The accomplished young groove maker has hosted his annual birthday celebration, which features an exciting mix of music veterans, as well as, up and coming performers, at Shapeshifter since he turned 10 years old. This year, Gilberto’s special guests include bassist Lonnie Plaxico, saxophonist Jay Rodriguez, pianist Ben Stivers and a host of Gilberto’s talented […]
Workshop 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm Jam 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Workshops & Jam Sessions Hosted by Matt Garrison @ShapeShifterLab Every Wednesday in November 2023 (November 1, 15, 22, 29) 5:30-6:15 pm Workshop: Jam Session Ideas/Approaches Matt will discuss how the Jam Sessions he hosts can and will be approached. He will discuss: Songs, Forms, […]
Workshop 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm Jam 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Workshops & Jam Sessions Hosted by Matt Garrison @ShapeShifterLab Every Wednesday in November 2023 (November 1, 15, 22, 29) 5:30-6:15 pm Workshop: Jam Session Ideas/Approaches Matt will discuss how the Jam Sessions he hosts can and will be approached. He will discuss: Songs, Forms, […]
Bolide is a modern jazz group that features world-class established veteran musicians from NYC. Current and past members include Nitzan Gavrielli, Russ Lossing- keyboards, Matt Maneri- viola, Ed Schuller, Jerome Harris Bass, Chris Bacas - saxes, and Pete Davenport - drums. Bolide has recorded two CDs, Bolide and Times Like These, which showcase the compositions […]
Workshop 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm Jam 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Workshops & Jam Sessions Hosted by Matt Garrison @ShapeShifterLab Every Wednesday in November 2023 (November 1, 15, 22, 29) 5:30-6:15 pm Workshop: Jam Session Ideas/Approaches Matt will discuss how the Jam Sessions he hosts can and will be approached. He will discuss: Songs, Forms, […]
Workshop 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm Jam 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Workshops & Jam Sessions Hosted by Matt Garrison @ShapeShifterLab Every Wednesday in November 2023 (November 1, 15, 22, 29) 5:30-6:15 pm Workshop: Jam Session Ideas/Approaches Matt will discuss how the Jam Sessions he hosts can and will be approached. He will discuss: Songs, Forms, […]
Protocinema is a live screening of short (<15m) video works from unknown or emerging directors that subvert traditional cinematic norms. The program will highlight works that are evocative, eclectic, experimental, low-budget/DIY, and often ask more questions than they answer. Protocinema believes that short films are a democratic medium for everyone, not just filmmakers, and seeks […]
Nov 30, 2023 7pm doors 7:30pm show $20 Arturo Soriano / Tenor Sax; Flute Adrián Alvarado / Guitar About Alfonso Cid / Cantaor; Flute Peter Teresi / Bass Luis Ossa / Percussion Los Vecinos (The Neighbors) is a collective of musicians from New York City and its surrounding area. All of them bring […]
Woven lines, soundscapes, psycho-emotional excursions as navigated by a quartet of guitar, bass, double bass, and percussion. Double Night Wave draws on the improvising imaginations of Josh Scott, Lim Yang, Yuko Togami, and Paul Steven Ray with musical backgrounds covering a broad spectrum that includes Free Jazz, Experimental Noise, Grind Core, Mainstream Jazz, Psychedelic Post Rock, […]
FM: Drums (Mark Gaffney), Bass (Ken Gleason), Guitar (Christian Hurtado), Lead Singer/Guitar (Steve Gilliatt), Guitar and Music Direction (Thomas Millioto) Platinum: Lead Singer/Guitar (Michael Pesola) Drums (Bob Donigan), Guitar 1 (John Jasilli), Guitar 2 (Kyle McGaffey), Bass (Michael Abitbol), Drums (Special Celebrity Guest Gus Morgan, a.k.a. Destroy), Piano, Violin and background vocals Special Celebrity Guest […]
Join WNSM in rockin' around! In this musical showcase, we'll explore different facets of Rock 'N' Roll. With performances by Will Meyers, The Third Rails, and boyscoutmarie, this isn't something you'll want to miss! Come out and Rock on! Doors: 3:30 Show: 4:00 $20
The Fat Cats Youth Orchestra Open Workshop and Rehearsals Weekly at ShapeShifter Sparkling with the sound of young talent, The Fat Cats is a pre-professional youth orchestra. The group is composed of one big band and two small ensembles that perform Latin jazz and standard jazz pieces and showcase the finest young talent from […]
Annie Chen – voice, compositions Alex LoRe – saxophone, flute, bass clarinet Fung Chern Hwei – violin, viola Marius Duboule – guitar Jacob Sacks – piano Jeong Lim Yang – bass Satoshi Takeishi – drums Annie Chen Guardians is a new project born in 2022, a septet of jazz and improvised music featuring some […]
8 PM SCREENING OF AWARD-WINNING FILM 'INVISIBLE LANDSCAPES 8:50 PM LIVE PERFORMANCE OF THE BAND fyield (CZ/IS) 9:30 PM DISCUSSION ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE CZECH-ICELANDIC COLLABORATION FYIELD BRING LIVE EXPERIENCE TO NEW YORK FOR THE FIRST TIME INCLUDES SCREENING OF AWARD-WINNING FILM 'INVISIBLE LANDSCAPES' + LIVE PERFORMANCE OF THE BAND fyield (CZ/IS) + DISCUSSION ABOUT CLIMATE […]
Wednesdays. 12-12:45pm Workshop, 1-3pm Workshops & Jam Sessions Hosted by Matt Garrison @ShapeShifterLab Every Wednesday in December, 2023 12-12:45 pm Workshop: Jam Session Ideas/Approaches Matt will discuss how the Jam Sessions he hosts can and will be approached. He will discuss: Songs, Forms, Improvisation, Dynamics, Tempos, Feel, Genres, Technique, Emotional State and other important topics […]
As the grandson of great American songwriter Hoagy Carmichael, drummer, bandleader, and composer John B. Arnold grew up in the legacy of jazz tradition. For him, music is a gift that is given from one generation to the next. With that gift comes a responsibility to offer younger musicians the opportunity to hone their craft […]
Baby, it’s cold outside. But it’s gonna get hot up in here. Join New York Choir Project’s two Brooklyn choirs as we raise the temperature with some crowd-pleasing, roof-raising, pop and alt rock harmonies. No holiday music, just the gift of song. (We promise you won’t want to return it.)
Marko Djordjevic & Sveti 7:30 PM Marko Djordjevic - drums and compositions Justin Salisbury - piano and keys Ksenia Vasileva - el. bass For over two decades, SVETI has been the creative outlet for one of the most impressive and innovative drummers in the world today, the Serbian-born New York resident Marko Djordjevic (pronounced Georgevich). […]
The Bowery Jazz Messengers is a NYC band and charity that plays at The Bowery Mission in New York City, and other venues in the Greater New York area, where its music helps inspire anyone experiencing homelessness or poverty. The Bowery Jazz Messengers received 501C3 status in NYS in July of 2020 and also provides […]
Doors: 7pm Show: 7:30pm 2 sets A unique 20-piece big band that creates and performs lush original compositions and arrangements of songs from the rich, historic, and culturally-iconic Jamaican music styles of ska, mento, rock steady, reggae, and jazz from the 1950s and 60s. They blend the exuberant musical layers of the jazz big band era with […]
The Fat Cats Youth Orchestra Open Workshop and Rehearsals Weekly at ShapeShifter Sparkling with the sound of young talent, The Fat Cats is a pre-professional youth orchestra. The group is composed of one big band and two small ensembles that perform Latin jazz and standard jazz pieces and showcase the finest young talent from […]
Director Michael Thomas will lead the NYYS Jazz Band in his inaugural season as director. The program showcases the legacy of Thad Jones ranging from Thad Jones’s early days with the Count Basie Orchestra, to his work as a co-founder and leader of the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra. This concert will feature works from Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Thad […]
Wednesdays. 12-12:45pm Workshop, 1-3pm Workshops & Jam Sessions Hosted by Matt Garrison @ShapeShifterLab Every Wednesday in December, 2023 12-12:45 pm Workshop: Jam Session Ideas/Approaches Matt will discuss how the Jam Sessions he hosts can and will be approached. He will discuss: Songs, Forms, Improvisation, Dynamics, Tempos, Feel, Genres, Technique, Emotional State and other important topics […]
Online Advanced Ticket: $20 (online sales close 2 hours before showtime) Ticket at Door: $25 (available on day of show) Greg Tuohey - guitar Aaron Parks - piano and keyboards David Ginyard, Jr - bass Jongkuk Kim - drums A band that flourishes over the course of years is bound to deepen and evolve, […]
Online Advanced Ticket: $20 (online sales close 2 hours before showtime) Ticket at Door: $25 (available on day of show) Greg Tuohey - guitar Aaron Parks - piano and keyboards David Ginyard, Jr - bass Jongkuk Kim - drums A band that flourishes over the course of years is bound to deepen and evolve, […]
Online Advanced Ticket: $20 (online sales close 2 hours before showtime) Ticket at Door: $25 (available on day of show) Greg Tuohey - guitar Aaron Parks - piano and keyboards David Ginyard, Jr - bass Jongkuk Kim - drums A band that flourishes over the course of years is bound to deepen and evolve, […]
Cinderella is stuck at Flatbroke House, running errands for her beastly fame-obsessed sisters. Will she ever make it to Prince Prospect’s ball, or is there time to transform into a pumpkin–er–Princess?! This buoyant comedy throws a current spin on a classic fairytale, celebrating the triumph of true friendship over influencers. Park Slope Panto’s debut production […]
The Fat Cats Youth Orchestra Open Workshop and Rehearsals Weekly at ShapeShifter Sparkling with the sound of young talent, The Fat Cats is a pre-professional youth orchestra. The group is composed of one big band and two small ensembles that perform Latin jazz and standard jazz pieces and showcase the finest young talent from […]
Cinderella is stuck at Flatbroke House, running errands for her beastly fame-obsessed sisters. Will she ever make it to Prince Prospect’s ball, or is there time to transform into a pumpkin–er–Princess?! This buoyant comedy throws a current spin on a classic fairytale, celebrating the triumph of true friendship over influencers. Park Slope Panto’s debut production […]
I.C.E. Music Dept. presents BREAKING THE ICE, a series of concerts performed by ICE students in the most famous New York City jazz clubs and rock venues. ICE (Institute for Collaborative Education) is a public school in the East Village. The students will perform arrangements of some of the most famous jazz standards and they […]
