Michael-David Gordon Quartet at the Inkwell Fri, July 10, 7:30-9:30
The Quartet offer jazz and pop interpretations of Bacharach’s work from the late 50’s to the present. Singer/actor Michael-David Gordon draws on his experience with the Temptations, the Irondale Ensemble Project, and as a featured vocalist with several NY...Michael Vitale Trio: CD Release Party @Inkwell Fri, June 26
Join us at the Inkwell Cafe, 408 Rogers Ave (betw Sterling & Lefferts) from 7-9 on Friday, June 26, for the release of their new CD “En Route. ” Seattle, Tokyo, and Zurich: Justin Wert, guitar; Yuka Tadano, bass; and Michael Vitali, drums: they hail from all...Art Lillard Quartet @the Inkwell June 12, 7-9 pm
Drummer Art Lillard leads this jazz quartet, which includes Ron Jackson on guitar, Chris Bacas on sax, and Ralph Hamperian on acoustic bass. The group plays jazz standards, swing tunes, bossa novas, blues, and Lillard’s original compositions. The band’s extensive...Northern Spy Jazz@Inkwell Fri May 22
Michael Bates: Northern Spy Take one listen to the joy and energy of this unpredictable band and you’re sure to get caught up in the excitement. They’ll be playing at the Inkwell Jazz Cafe, 408 Rogers Ave between Sterling St & Lefferts Ave, on Friday,...Jon Menges Quartet at Inkwell May 8, 7-9 pm
Jon Menges has arrived in New York, and it’s time to welcome this talented young trumpeter, composer, and arranger who delighted audiences in Chicago for many years. We’re pleased to announce that this performance is part of the 16th Annual Central...Fri Apr 24 Jazz@Inkwell 7-9 pm
Aaron Seeber at the Inkwell 408 Rogers Ave, betw Sterling & Lefferts Aaron Seeber, a drummer living in Brooklyn, is a graduate of SUNY Purchase, where he studied jazz drums. As a performer, Aaron has had the opportunity to share the stage with Gary Smulyan, Butch...“Fingers” DelRey at Jazz @the Inkwell Friday, 3/27, 7-9 pm
Combining Chicago and New Orleans style boogie-woogie barrelhouse piano reminiscent of Dr. John, Otis Span, and James Booker, gospel/R&B harmonies, and moody, worldly-wise lyrics laden with humor and sensuality–kind of Mose Alison meets Pete Johnson meets...Mind Open at Jazz@the Inkwell
Next Friday, Feb 13, be sure to stop by the Inkwell Jazz Cafe between 7 and 9 pm, when Mind Open performs. The band features Chris Covais on vibraphone, Andrew Ahr on guitar, Hugo Lopez on drums, and Chris Eisener on bass. Come hear rare grooves from jazz-funk, rock,...Friday, Jan 9, Jazz @the Inkwell 7-9 pm
New York native Nick Moran holds a BFA in jazz performance from the City College of New York. Bandleader Moran fronts his own trio in venues such as the NY Bahá’i Center, the Brooklyn Museum and the Bar Next Door. Jazz Music writes: “His exceptional composing ability...Nick and Carol @the Inkwell January 9
“A wonderful talent and a fine singer,” says world-renowned vocalist Sheila Jordan of Carol Leven. She joins PLG guitarist Nick Moran for a night of song, both standard and popular. They combine voice, percussion, 7-string guitar and live looping to create a sound...Broken Reed Quartet plays Carole King @Jazz @the Inkwell Fri, Dec 12
Kingerama at the Inkwell Cafe on Friday, December 12, 7-9 pm: Carole King’s songs played by the Broken Reed Saxophone Quartet in startling arrangements by Charley Gerard. Performers are Charley Gerard, Jenny Hill, Dimitri Moderbacher and Jacob Teichroew. “Broken...Michael-David Gordon Quartet Fri, Nov 14, 7-9 pm
The Michael-David Gordon Quartet returns to the Inkwell after their recent SRO performance in July. Michael-David is a dynamic entertainer who explores standards, pop, and R&B, drawing on his experience singing with the Temptations and NYC bands like the Pocket...Hayes Greenfield/Dean Johnson perform at Jazz@the Inkwell Friday, Oct 10
Friday, October 10, 7-9 pm Hayes and Dean have been playing together since the 1970s and collectively have played with the Who’s Who of modern jazz today. They play tunes and freely improvise–all in the pursuit of creating beauty and art while taking...
FOR TREES AND BIRDS: INKWELL Jazz Fri, Sept 12, 7-9 pm
For Trees and Birds, a group of young musicians playing original music, performs at the Inkwell Jazz Cafe, 408 Rogers Ave, between Lefferts & Sterling. Comprised of 4 individuals each coming out of the jazz tradition, the band reaches for a cohesiveness derived...Jocelyn Medina Quartet Friday July 25
The sounds and styles of internationally acclaimed vocalist/composer Jocelyn Medina cross cultures, creeds and continents. Her original work fuses elements of world music with jazz harmonies, neo-soul/funk grooves and adventurous improvisations delivered through...Michael-David Gordon Quartet
Michael-David Gordon Quartet Friday, July 11, 7-9 pm Singer and actor Michael-David Gordon is a dynamic entertainer who explores standards, pop, and R&B, drawing on his experience singing with the Temptations, acting with Irondale Ensemble Project, and fronting...Emilio Teubal Trio @the Inkwell Fri, Apr 25, 7-9 pm
Pianist/composer Emilio Teubal started playing the piano at the age of nine. He studied at Argentina’s National Conservatory and was an active performer in the tango and jazz scene of Buenos Aires until 1999, when he relocated to New York City to continue his...Art Lillard Quartet at Jazz @the Inkwell
Friday, April 11, 7-9 pm, the Art Lillard Quartet comes to the Inkwell, 408 Rogers Avenue, between Sterling and Lefferts. Drummer and bandleader Art Lillard is known for his ability to “read” a room and respond to his audience. With bassist Ralph...
The Funk Machine Feb 14 @ the Inkwell
The Funk Machine: Jent LaPalm, bass; Emilio Tostado, guitar; John Guari, keys; Drew Schultz, drums; Jim Bloom, percussion; Chris Ams, vocals; Melissa McMillan, vocals. Post by PLG Arts.
Jazz Vocalist at Inkwell Friday, Jan 10, 7 to 9 pm–Allison Adams Tucker
Allison Adams Tucker appears with her Quartet, featuring pianist Helio Alves, bassist Leo Traversa, and drummer Tommy Campbell. Southern California-based and making a NYC appearance at the Inkwell, Allison has a voice “supple as silk” (eJazzNews), and...Gabriele Tranchina, jazz vocalist, at the Inkwell Fri, Dec 13, 7-9 pm
Gabriele Tranchina: Something different, someone different…a world artist, jazz vocalist, creative interpreter…a heavenly sound, a woman with a unique view of music, the world, and of singing. Join Gabriele and her band at PLG Arts Jazz at the Inkwell, 408 Rogers Ave...Jazz Singer at the Inkwell Friday
Friday, June 13, 7-9 pm The Jon Menges Quartet gets you on your feet with swing, Latin, and contemporary jazz. They perform originals, standards (George Gershwin, Cole Porter) and jazz masters (Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter) to win the hearts of audiences who like their...Tina Richerson & the DJ–Friday, Oct 25, 7-9 pm, at the Inkwell Cafe
Tina Richerson brings an unapologetic and bold musical voice to soar over soundscapes created by a mixture of dance beats, ambience, and revival sermons. Drawing upon the traditions of jazz, blues, funk and soul, Richerson on saxophones meets up with Christ Stromquist...Jazz@the Inkwell presents….
Art Lillard Trio featuring Marion Cowings, vocalist This Friday, October 11, from 7-9 pm….at the Inkwell Cafe, 408 Rogers Ave betw Sterling & Lefferts Aves Drop in on your way home from work, on your way out, or just to hear some fantastic music! Drummer...Friday, Sept 13: Kane Mathis@the Inkwell
Friday, Sept 13, promises to be a day of good luck as we change dates and times for the Jazz@the Inkwell series. The new fall lineup begins with Kane Mathis from 7-9 pm on Friday, Sept 13. Stop in on your way home from work and/or on your way out. You’ll hear...Art and Music on Rogers Ave!
PLG Arts presents, ART & MUSIC on Rogers Ave. This Sunday, June 2nd, as part of the Prospect Lefferts Gardens House & Garden Tour join in the fun on Rogers Avenue. PLG ARTS at the INKWELL 408 Rogers Avenue (between Sterling St. and Lefferts Ave.) PLG Arts...Jazz @ the Inkwell
Just to give you a little taste of what you can expect at the Inkwell. Join us tonight for Aleksi Glick! 8-10:30 pm Aleksi Glick and his band come to the Inkwell tonight May 23, for another great night of music in the PLG Arts Jazz at the Inkwell series. Aleksi was...
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