Nduduzo Makhathini Trio
Nduduzo Makhathini’s piano artistry has a way of drawing you in from the moment the music begins. Blending rich South African musical traditions with the spontaneity of jazz, his sound feels soulful, expansive, and full of life, shaped by the spiritual depth and rhythmic richness that have become his signature. The set builds through deep grooves and luminous melodies into moments that feel uplifting, immersive, and alive with possibility, creating an evening that feels intimate yet powerf
Jazz Samba: Duduka Da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet, Helio Alves
Brazilian rhythm meets the pulse of New York in a night built to light up the room. This celebration of Brazil’s vast musical world moves effortlessly from samba jazz and baião to chorinho and bossa nova, bringing together beloved songs by some of the country’s most influential composers. With arrangements that spotlight the sweep of the melodies, rich harmonies, and irresistible grooves at the heart of the music, the set feels vibrant, joyful, and endlessly inviting from star
King Seiko Presents “Seiko Summer Jazz Camp All Stars”
This performance has been sold out for a private event. If you would like to see King Seiko, please purchase a ticket for our 9pm set. You can find the ticket page in the side bar on the left.
Joe Gransden Big Band: The Good Life - Happy 100th Tony Bennett!
From Frank Sinatra to Louis Armstrong to Dean Martin, step into a night that brings the golden age of swing to life. Joe and his 16-piece big band channel the sound and spirit of Tony Bennett with warmth, style, and that easy groove that makes these songs linger.You’llhear the classics you came for, alongside favorites that defined an era. Settle in and let the band carry you through a timeless night of swing.
Bluesday with BLUES People
The veteran quartet, BLUES People, has been heralded by many as the “New Sound of NYC/North Jersey Blues.” Their 2024 debut album, The Skin I’m In, was nominated for Best Blues Album Debut by Blues Blastmagazine. They won the regional International Blues Challenge in 2024 and 2025, made the semifinals at the global International Blues Challenge in 2025 and 2026, and appeared with Christone “Kingfish” Ingram’s 2026
Nicole Zuraitis: The Devil I Knew Album Release
GRAMMY-winning vocalist, pianist, and songwriter NicoleZuraitisbrings powerhouse vocals, quick wit, and infectious energy to Dizzy’s. A fearless blend of jazz, pop, and soul,she’sthe 2021 American Traditions Vocal Competition gold medalist and the voice behindHow Love Begins, winner of the 2024 GRAMMY for Best Jazz Vocal Album. With heart, humor, and a voice that soars,Zuraitisturns every set into a celebration.
Ben Wolfe Quartet
Any Time After Nowcomes to Dizzy’s as Ben Wolfe brings his latest music to the stage with a band that keeps the room locked in. The set moves between selections from the new release and other favorites, building as the energy picks up. Join us forthisspecial nightcelebrating Wolfe’s twelfth album release.
Songbook Sundays: The Tony Bennett Centennial
Tony Bennett’s centennial gets a proper celebration at Dizzy’s with a Songbook Sunday filled with the music he loved. Featuring Debby Boone, Gabrielle Stravelli, and David Marino on vocals, with Billy Stritch at the piano, the set moves through classics likeThe Best Is Yet to Come,Fly Me to the Moon, and more. Curated by Deborah Grace Winer,it’sa night that keeps things swinging from start to finish.
Jazz House Kids, hosted by Christian McBride
Eight-time GRAMMY winner Christian McBride hosts a night that puts the next generation front and center as JAZZ HOUSEKiDSmarks 20 years of shaping young artists through mentorship and performance. Rising players bring fresh arrangements and new energy to music by Miles Davis, Bobby Timmons, John Coltrane, and Alice Coltrane. The result is a set that feels rooted in tradition but fully in the moment, with a soundthat’sopen, energized, and moving forward.
Steve Nelson: The Art of the Vibraphone
Celebrate Steve Nelson’s birthday at Dizzy’s with a set thatopens upthe sound of the vibraphone, from Lionel Hampton to today.Nelson leads with afeelthat’s warm, fluid, and always in motion, letting the music unfold in a way that feels natural and alive.It’sthe kind of night that settles in and stays with you.
Ehud Asherie Trio
Ehud Asherie brings his trio to Dizzy’s with a sound rooted in swing and shaped in the moment. Joined by Paul Sikivie on bass and Charles Goold on drums, the set moves through originals and familiar tunes,opening upwith a sense of spontaneity that keeps things fresh and alive. The music shifts and stretches as it goes, with each moment landing a little differently than the last.
Warren Wolf with Alex Brown and Strings perform Chick Corea's Lyric Suite for Sextet
Piano, vibraphone, and a string quartet come together in a sound that feels both intimate and expansive, bringingLyric Suite for Sextetto life. Inspired by Chick Corea and Gary Burton, the set blendsjazzand classical sounds in a waythat’sclear, expressive, and easy to settle into.
Jason Marshall Big Band
Baritone saxophone takes center stage as Jason Marshall brings a sound that’s both grounded in bebop and open to wherever the music wants to go. His playing carries a deep sense of tradition while moving easily across styles for a set that feels rooted, expansive, and alive in the moment.
Marius Van Den Brink: “The Bird Sings” Album Release Show
Pianist Marius van den Brink brings music from The Bird Sings to the stage, alongside selections that highlight his clear, swinging style. His writing has drawn comparisons to Horace Silver, and his earlier album New York Knock turned heads with musicians and critics alike. Having shared the stage with artists like Jeff "Tain" Watts, Samara Joy, and Ingrid Jensen, he brings that same sense of focus and feel to a set that keeps the room engaged from the first note.
Dida Pelled: I Wish You Would
Guitarist and singer-songwriter Dida Pelled celebrates the release of her new album, I Wish You Would, with a band featuring Tony Scherr and Kenny Wollesen. Blending blues, jazz, and American roots music, the performance brings Pelled’s deeply personal interpretations to the stage with a quartet of celebrated New York musicians.
Lolivone de la Rosa: Jewels Album Release
Guitarist and composer Lolivone de La Rosa celebrates the release of Jewels, a debut shaped by Puerto Rican roots, bebop tradition, and personal storytelling. The set moves between original music, reworked standards, and folkloric influences, shifting from straight-ahead swing to Afro-Rican and Afro-Cuban rhythms. Each piece draws from lived moments like family, memory, and everyday life, giving the music a clear sense of connection as it unfolds.
Shenel Johns Album Release
Shenel Johns celebrates the release of her debut album with a set that puts her voice right at the center of the room. The music opens up with a sense of ease, drawing you in early and holding your attention as it unfolds. It’s a chance to hear an artist step into a new chapter, up close and in the moment.
Marilyn Maye
Marilyn Maye brings the American Songbook to life with a style that feels as vibrant now as ever, earning praise from Ella Fitzgerald as one of her favorite singers. A standout from The Tonight Show era with Johnny Carson and a longtime collaborator with artists like Count Basie and Charlie Parker, she brings a sense of ease and connection that lights up the room. It’s a performance that pulls you right in and keeps the music front and center.
Jared Schonig Big Band
Jared Schonig celebrates the release of his new album, Live At Dizzy’s, recorded in 2025 at the club during 2 sold out sets. Known for his work across jazz and Broadway, he leads with a clear sense of drive and control, shaping the sound from behind the kit. The program features new arrangements and older classics, with Schonig’s original music being brought to life by eight of today’s leading arrangers.
Sexmob at 30
Still thriving and evolving 30 years since its founding, the visionary quartet Sexmobcontinues to explode all preconceived notions of what an instrumental jazz band can be. Formed in 1996 out of a weekly residency at New York’s Knitting Factory, the band — slide trumpeter Steven Bernstein, alto/baritone saxophonist Briggan Krauss, bassist Tony Scherr, and drummer Kenny Wollesen — have changed the game with its raw, improvisatory groove and swing, endlessly inventive arrangement