Beyond NYC: “Don Quixote” by National Ballet of Ukraine at NJPAC

Beyond NYC: “Don Quixote” by National Ballet of Ukraine at NJPAC

Immortal story of Don Quixote in traditional staging by the celebrated National Ballet of Ukraine on Friday, June 1, 2018 at 7.30pm 

Ballet Don Quixote NJPAC Ukraine
Don Quixote, National Ballet of Ukraine; choreographer V. Lytvynov, costumes by V. Arif’ev / Image courtesy of National Opera of Ukraine

Classical ballet Don Quixote brings in a swirl of dances, colors, and joyous serenading to love and beauty. It is a perfect choice to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Ukraine Ballet company. The production is full of lavish decorations and extravagant dances which are choreographed following the classical version of the ballet created by Marius Petipa. With the National Ballet of Ukraine long-rooted tradition in classical dance and impeccable technique, the performance at the New Jersey Performing Art Center will make a delightful and cheerful experience for the audience. Book your tickets here and save 25% when buying 4 tickets  Select ME+3 for the ticket type.  

 

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Nightlife in NYC: Secret Jazz Concert with Mark Berman and Friends at Club Bonafide

Nightlife in NYC: Secret Jazz Concert with Mark Berman and Friends at Club Bonafide

Jazz concert on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 8.30 pm staring Mark Berman on piano, Anaïs Reno, vocals and Ray Marchica on drums at the renowned Club Bonafide in mid-town Manhattan

NYC Music Club Jazz Bonafide
Mark Berman / Photo credit: Sandrine Lee

Secret Jazz Concert series continues at Club Bonafide bringing in new names, new rhythms, new styles. For the performance on June 14th Mark Berman, who had given the show its unforgettable vibe and elegance, had invited a rising star Anaïs Reno to be the voice of the show and a jazz-scene regular Ray Marchica to lead on drums. The show will take place at Club Bonafide known to jazz connoisseurs as the place where the music happen. Jazz legends and new names are mixing up there to create that special sense of music in the air. Space is limited so reserve your seat here and get your two drinks at the club later. It will be an unforgettable night full of great music and surprise guests in the audience!  Read More

Music in NYC: Hommage à Chopin by Daniil Trifonov, piano at Carnegie Hall

Music in NYC:  Hommage à Chopin by Daniil Trifonov, piano at Carnegie Hall

Perspectives Series by Daniil Trifonov: Next Concerts are on April 25-26, 2018   

Chopin by Daniil Trifonov Carnegie Hall NYC
Daniil Trifonov; Photo credit Dario Acosta, DG / Image courtesy of Carnegie Hall

Daniil Trifonov, 26-year old Russian pianist, is giving a seven-concert Perspectives series at Carnegie Hall 2017-2018 season opening it with a solo recital on October, 28, 2017. The next concert will take place on March 1, 2018. Book your tickets here. 

After winning the first prize in 2011 Tchaikovsky competition and becoming an international sensation, Trifonov gave his first Carnegie Hall recital two month later and had regularly returned to dazzle and delight New York music fans. This coming season he is dedicating much of his Perspectives concerts to the oeuvre of Chopin and the compositions inspired by Chopin’s music. Read More

Jazz in NYC: Django a Gogo 2018 at The Town Hall

Jazz in NYC: Django a Gogo 2018 at The Town Hall

A Celebration of the guitar through the music of French jazz legend Django Reinhardt with Stephane Wrembel, Stochelo Rosenberg, Paulus Schaffer, Olli Soikelli and Simba Baumgartner at The Town Hall on Saturday, May 5, 2018

French jazz guitar legend Django music NYC
Django-a-Gogo_Poster Art / Image courtesy of Stephane Wrembel

An incredible fête of guitar music in the spirit of great musician Django Reinhardt will be taking place on May 5, 2018 at The Town Hall in midtown Manhattan. Django’s celebrated melodies immediately bring to mind fun time at a smoky French café full of happy musicians and cheerful crowds. That atmosphere is being recreated by Stephane Wrembel and his Django-A-Gogo festival. Wrembel and his guests are very familiar to New York audiences and are known for their deep virtuosity and care in keeping the music of Django Reinhardt alive. Book your tickets here. Read More

Jazz in NYC: Fred Hersch Duo Invitation Series at Jazz Standard

Jazz in NYC: Fred Hersch Duo Invitation Series at Jazz Standard

Jazz pianist and composer Fred Hersch is playing in duet performances with Anat Cohen, Kate MacGarry, Miguel Zenon, Esperanza Spalding and Pocket Orchestra at the iconic NYC Jazz Standard Club on May 8 – 13, 2018

Piano Jazz Standard club NYC Fred Hersch
Fred Hersch / Photo credit Jim Wilkie

Serious jazz by the world-class musicians in an intimate and sound-perfect music club at the center of music universe – what could be better for a night out in New York City? The famous Jazz Standard club is hosting an acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Fred Hersch and his superb guests in a very special Duo Invitation Series on May 8-13, 2018. The guest list includes a brilliant clarinetist Anat Cohen, an introspective singer Kate MacGarry, a 2018 Grammy Award nominated alto saxophonist Miguel Zenon and an Emmy-award winning vocalist Esperanza Spalding

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