3, 2, 1, let’s jam! The Bebop Bounty Big Band brings together storytelling and high-octane jazz like you’ve never seen before. Cowboy Bebop LIVE is a complete multimedia experience highlighting the story of critically acclaimed anime, Cowboy Bebop on the big screen with live music by the Bebop Bounty Big Band. This 14-piece jazz ensemble […]
Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. Herbie Hancock is a true icon of modern music. Throughout his explorations, he has transcended limi-tations and genres while maintaining his unmistakable voice. With an illustrious career spanning five decades and 14 Grammy® Awards, including Album of the Year for River: The Joni Letters, he continues to amaze audiences across […]
“Capped by a sassy whistle and sassier scat…Washington’s easygoing voice is a tutorial in confidence. Washington knows how to respect tradition and refresh it.” –Downbeat He’s one of Wynton Marsalis’s favorite singers—need we say more? Kenny Washington scats and swings, always making you feel like you’re hearing a song for the first time. A regular […]
Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. Ask any Hampton Roads fan how to spell jazz and they’ll tell you: J-A-E. The veteran performer, composer and radio producer/host Jae Sinnett’s name is synonymous with jazz in the region. His “Sinnett in Session” show on NPR affiliate WHRV-FM is still swinging after 35 years; his discography includes 20 […]
with special guest Steve Leonard Trio They don't just pay tribute to the legendary band, Almost Queen transports you back in time to experience the magic and essence of Queen themselves. This deliberate four-piece band is "guaranteed to blow your mind" with iconic four-part harmonies and expertly executed musical interludes. Almost Queen's impressive […]
Spooky, scary, and oh so naughty! Join Rachel & the JellyCats and the Feral Showgirls as we titillate and tantalize with burlesque, babes, and rocking live music, with a naughty twist, an homage to Rocky Horror Picture Show. Dress in your finest Rocky Horror gear and compete in a costume contest to win an amazing […]
“One of the world’s most engaging and astonishingly versatile trumpeters.” – Style Weekly If you’re looking for world-class talent, here’s a prime example from just up the road: Richmond-based trumpeter Rex Richardson has headlined international brass bands and festivals on five continents. He has collaborated with countless legendary artists and ensembles including Ray Charles, Benny Carter, […]
Respected, beloved, and fiercely independent, Sturgill Simpson is set to make his highly anticipated return to music this year with the release of the forthcoming full-length album, Passage Du Desir, under a new name, Johnny Blue Skies. The eight-song album was produced by Johnny Blue Skies and David Ferguson and recorded at Clement House Recording […]
“Harmonically sumptuous… It was masterly, it was playful, and it swung.” – The New York Times The vibist of choice for some of jazz’s most iconic artists, Steve Nelson is a name that has become associated with the pinnacle of the art form. With a resume that includes stints with Dave Holland’s acclaimed quintet, the George […]
IMPORTANT EVENT INFO: Ages 18+ Desi Banks is the ultimate triple threat – actor, stand-up comedian, podcaster, and entrepreneur taking the entertainment world by storm. Having built a strong social media influence he’s amassed an immense following of over 15.4 million fans across various platforms and is swiftly becoming a household name; known for his razor-sharp […]
15 time Grammy award winning, Gospel music legend, CECE WINANS is excited to bring her brand new CHRISTMAS tour to nine cities this Winter. CeCe is looking forward to celebrating the true meaning of the season with audiences across the country. The concert will feature some of CeCe’s biggest hits and Christmas classics sung as […]
Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. “Vocal virtuosity…with a broad range of material that showed her assurance on easygoing ballads, soft, Brazilian scat singing, and punchy pep songs.” – The New York Times With a well-seasoned voice and a gift for finding the heart of a song, Stephanie Nakasian brings a lot more to a performance […]
