ShapeShifter Plus

CAPOEIRA-2
2024-11-30 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-12-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-11-09 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | ShapeShifter Lab 2nd Floor, 837 Union Street, 2nd Foor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
CAPOEIRA
Taught by Curu

SATURDAYS 10:30-11:30am
Ages 8-16

$35

Pay Online or Pay In Person!

The esteemed Contramestre Curu began his Capoeira training in Brasília, Brazil’s capital, at the young age of 11. In this fun-filled class students will learn every aspect of the dynamic Brazilian martial art!

They will be introduced to traditional Brazilian instruments, sing Portuguese songs, delve into the history, and learn to move expressively and harmoniously to the rhythm!

Partner activities enhance trust, encourage cooperation, create a distinctive sense of community, and promote dynamic interactions among peers. Curu’s Capoeira class celebrates the joy of collective effort and cultural expression!

Class Length: 60 min.
Level: Mixed

Diving Deeper - Mixed Level Iyengar Yoga
2024-11-03 09:00 - 10:30 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Diving Deeper – Mixed Level Iyengar Yoga

SUNDAYS 9 am to 10:30 am
$25

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Seasoned and dynamic instructor Lara Warren invites you to reconnect with your practice and explore new depths in her weekly classes and immersive monthly workshops!
This mixed level Iyengar Yoga class is designed for you to explore more complex poses and to dive deeper into your practice. You will observe the subtle connections in the body, and the role of the breath and mind in refining our actions and experiences within the asanas.
Expect to learn the difference between healthy and unhealthy will power, that in turn supports remaining in the asanas longer and with ease.

Age Group: Adult
Class Length: 90 min.
Level: Mixed

Please Note:

Doors open 15 min before class.
Wear comfy, easy to move in clothing.
Bring your own mat, optional.
Be prepared to remove shoes when entering studio.

Thank you! 🙂

CLASS DATES:
SUNDAY SEPT. 8TH – SUNDAY DEC. 29TH

The Fat Cats Youth Orchestra Open Workshop and Rehearsals
2024-11-03 11:00 - 17:00 | ShapeShifter Lab 2nd Floor, 837 Union Street, 2nd Foor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
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 across all NYC boroughs.
Founded in 2010 by Arturo O’Farril and managed by the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance, The Fat Cats is led by Zack O’Farrill with Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra members Jim Seeley, Berta Moreno, and Jasim Perales, as well as Arthur Alvarez and Adam Baksh-García.
Over the years, The Fat Cats have taken the stage at New York venues such as the Brooklyn Museum, New York Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center, the Frick Collection, the Greene Space at WNYC, BRIC House, Birdland and Brooklyn’s Shapeshifter Lab who has welcomed the band for weekly rehearsals since their 2023-2024 season.

Sergio Krakowski Trio
2024-12-02 19:00 - 20:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
“…a percussion explorer…” – JON PARELES, NY TIMES

“Taking that most common of Brazilian instruments, the pandeiro, he has transformed it into an astonishing rhythmic force.” – JOE NOCERA, NY TIMES

“Sergio Krakowski is a great musician.” – GONZALO RUBALCABA

“One of the best pandeiro players in the world.” – ANAT COHEN

Born on December 18th 1979, Sergio dedicated his whole life to the Pandeiro, also known as the Brazilian Tambourine. A complete “hand drum kit”, this instrument has always been considered a symbol of Brazilian Music and Culture. Crossing whatever national and cultural barrier, Sergio made this instrument a possible tool in various musical genres, from the Choro, the fundament of Brazilian Music, to Jazz, Contemporary and Electronic Music.

Online ticket sales ends 30 mins before showtime;
tickets at door is at $25

Movement Arts Program: FUNDAMENTALS OF IYENGAR YOGA
2024-09-10 09:30 - 11:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
FUNDAMENTALS OF IYENGAR YOGA
(Level I)
Taught by LARA WARREN

TUESDAYS 9:30-11am
$25

Pay Online or Pay In Person!

Seasoned and dynamic instructor Lara Warren invites you to reconnect with your practice and explore new depths in her weekly classes and immersive monthly workshops!
In this class, through the practice of fundamental yoga postures (including standing poses, seated poses, twists, forward bending, inversions, and restorative poses) the essential actions and organizing principles of Iyengar Yoga are introduced and refined.
Expect to develop your strength, stamina, coordination, flexibility and ability to relax. Students with injuries are easily accommodated, and more importantly, are taught how to work with their specific physical challenges and adapt poses accordingly.

Age Group: Adult
Class Length: 90 min.
Level: Beginner

Please Note:

Doors open 15 min before class.
Wear comfy, easy to move in clothing.
Changing space is limited.
Bring your own mat, optional.
Be prepared to remove shoes when entering studio.

Thank you! 🙂

CLASS DATES:
TUES. SEPT. 3RD-TUES. DEC 17TH
No Class Dec. 24th
No Class Dec. 31st.

The Alco
2024-12-06 20:30 - 21:30 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
alana amore colvin – guitar
Dylan Bales – piano
Colin McClure – trumpet
Julian Silva – double bass
Chase Small – alto sax.
Liam Summers – drums

the alco is a soul-jazz sextet sitting between Ahmad Jamal’s trio and the JB band led by guitarist & composer alana amore colvin. the alco will debut at Shapeshifter Lab in celebration of alana amore colvin’s 24th birthday! This event is welcome to the public!

Doors at 8 pm;
Show at 8:30 pm
online ticket sales closes 30 mins before showtime;
tickets will be available at door $25

CAPOEIRA
2024-11-09 09:30 - 10:30 | ShapeShifter Lab 2nd Floor, 837 Union Street, 2nd Foor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
CAPOEIRA
Taught by Curu

SATURDAYS 9:30-10:30am
AGES 4-7

$35

Pay Online or Pay In Person!

The esteemed Contramestre Curu began his Capoeira training in Brasília, Brazil’s capital, at the young age of 11. In this fun-filled class children will learn every aspect of the dynamic Brazilian martial art!

They will be introduced to traditional Brazilian instruments, sing Portuguese songs, delve into the history, and learn to move expressively and harmoniously to the rhythm!

Partner activities enhance trust, encourage cooperation, create a distinctive sense of community, and promote dynamic interactions among peers. Curu’s Capoeira class celebrates the joy of collective effort and cultural expression!

Class Length: 60 min.
Level: Beginner

Wake Up & Dance with Suzi Shelton - Dec 7
2024-12-07 10:00 - 14:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Wake Up & Dance with Suzi Shelton
a joyful concert series for the littlest dancers and their grown-ups by award-winning children’s musician Suzi Shelton and Friends

Dates:
Saturday, October 5th
Saturday, November 2nd &
Saturday, December 7th

Geared for families with children ages 0-8 years old, this early morning concert series features story time, music and dancing that is sure to engage, inspire and uplift! Welcome in, get some drinks from the café, and get ready to kick off your weekend with musical fun by Suzi Shelton and Friends!

*** Please be aware that photography and video recording may take place during this event. By attending, you give your consent to be photographed or recorded, and for the images or footage to be used in future promotions or event materials. If you’d prefer not to be included, just let our event staff know when you arrive.

9:45am – doors
10:15 – storytime
10:30-11:30am – concert
geared for ages 0-8 years

tickets:
$15 per person (ages 12 months and up)
$45 family pack of 4

Sponsored by Park Slope Parents, Shibley Day Camp, Meredith Zinner Photography and Physique Swimming
www.suzishelton.com
www.parkslopeparents.com
www.shibleydaycamp.com
https://meredith-zinner-photography.com/
www.physiqueswimming.com
https://www.baxterandbayard.com/

For more than a decade, Suzi Shelton has been recognized as a voice in independent family music, and a leading figure in the NYC children’s music scene. She has four solo albums under her belt along with multiple hit singles frequently played on the radio (and everywhere you listen to your music), and a popular livestream show called Sing with Suzi featuring special guests from around the globe that is watched in over 70 countries! Suzi is a staple in Park Slope with her regular playground-packed performances at Old Stone House of Brooklyn, Brooklyn Public Library, and Jalopy Theatre.
As Brooklyn Spectator noted, “When Suzi Shelton takes the stage with her guitar and her band, you know that something special is about to happen.”

Daniel Garbin - Rising
2024-12-07 19:00 - 20:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Daniel Garbin (guitar, sitar),
Hashem Assadullahi (alto sax),
Matt Geraghty (electric bass),
Sarah Cion (piano/keys),
Greg Germann (drums)

Guitarist, sitarist, and composer Daniel Garbin is a professor at CUNY, where he seamlessly blends mathematics and music. His remarkable journey spans from an early love of geometry and number theory to a profound fascination with the guitar, music theory, and the intricate relationship between the physical instrument and the theory of music. Born in Romania, his musical odyssey began in Cluj-Napoca with the Big Band Gaio as well as a jazz quintet. Upon his move to NYC, Daniel explored jazz standards, fused jazz, funk, rock, and Romanian folklore, and delved into Indian Classical Music on the sitar, captivating audiences at venues such as The Romanian Cultural Institute, QPAC, Shrine, Silvana, New York University. Daniel has recently written and recorded a jazz fusion album, called Rising. At ShapeShifter Lab he will be joined by Hashem Assadullahi (sax), Matt Geraghty (bass), Sarah Cion (keys), Greg Germann (drums).

Insta:
@danielgarbin_and_simipopmusic
@hashemjazz
@mattgeraghty_bass
@germanngreg
@sarahjanecion
https://www.youtube.com/@dgarbin

Online ticket sales closes 30 mins prior to showtime. Tickets are available at door @$25. Get your ticket early!

'Nomad' Album Release Celebration
2024-12-07 20:30 - 21:30 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Tyler Prosch (Trumpet)
Connor Sobieri (Alto) + EFX
Andrew Lee (Piano)
Alvin Lao (Electric Bass)
Julen Rodriguez (Drums)

Born in Madrid and raised between Barcelona and New York City, Julen Rodriguez is a drummer and composer who strives to fuse the musical traditions of the cultures he was raised by. Being half-Puerto Rican and half-Basque, Julen’s music combines the intensity of New York’s Jazz Fusion scene with elements of Spain’s delicate flamenco-infused Jazz. Solidifying himself as an in-demand drummer in New York’s Jazz and Underground Rock scene, Julen has had the opportunity to collaborate with such prominent names as Martin Wind, Mike Rodriguez, Ryoma Takenaga, and famed Spanish pianist Marco Mezquida. He has performed at prestigious venues like Rotterdam’s North Sea Jazz Festival, Spain’s historic Rock N’ Blues Bar, and New York City mainstays such as NuBlu and Mercury Lounge. Currently studying at New York University, Julen hones his craft under the tutelage of Ari Hoenig, Tony Moreno, and Michael Wolffe.

Debut Album ‘Nomad’ Streaming Now!

doors @8pm;
online ticket sales close 30 mins prior to showtime;
Tickets at door @$25. Get your ticket early!

A TRIBUTE TO THE MAN WHO DEFINED THE SOUND OF JAZZ
2024-12-09 18:00 - 20:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
The New York Youth Symphony Jazz Band will be celebrating the centennial of Rudy van Gelder, a legendary recording engineer who is responsible for recording several thousand sessions, with musicians including Booker Ervin, John Coltrane, Miles Davis and Thelonious Monk amongst others.

George Crotty Trio
2024-12-09 21:00 - 22:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
George Crotty, cello
John Murchison, bass
Jeremy Smith – percussion

Known for their expressive fluidity and modal orientation, The George Crotty Trio makes music that is cinematic, collaborative, and conversational. They draw on influences within Indian raga, Arabic maqam, and modal jazz; using the language of other cultures to speak new things. “I’m not at home in any one culture,” muses Crotty, “so the trio became my home.”

George Crotty has forged his own unique vocabulary on the cello. A member of the Brooklyn Raga Massive, and Detroit-based National Arab Orchestra, he has also worked with esteemed musicians such as Bob Ezrin, Adam Rudolph, Simon Shaheen, and Paquito D’Rivera. Crotty has performed as a soloist and bandleader in North America and Europe including at the Vancouver Jazz Festival, Small World Music Festival, Copenhagen Vinterjazz Festival, and New Directions Cello Festival.

Powered by John Murchison (bass) and Jeremy Smith (percussion), the George Crotty Trio’s sound deviates from a trio’s typical hierarchy.The three players intertwine on their own spontaneous terms in an exploration of groove and colour, lending Crotty’s tunes an exciting three-dimensional quality.

Insta:

@georgecrottycello
@johnmurchis
@jeremysmithpercussion

Doors at 8:30 pm;
online ticket sales closes 30 mins prior to showtime.
Get your tickets early!

ALTERED STATES : A New Jazz Project
2024-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 | NY
Brooklyn Music School and the Albertine Foundation Present
ALTERED STATES
A New Jazz Project

Julia Richard
Jowee Omicil
Val Jeanty
Tiss Rodriguez

7 pm Rehearsal (Open to Public)
8 pm. Show
FREE

Shai Jaschek feat. Joe Martin & Anthony Pinciotti
2024-12-10 21:00 - 22:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Shai Jaschek- guitar & compositions
Joe Martin- bass
Anthony Pinciotti- drums

Shai Jaschek is an Israeli born guitarist, composer, and music educator based in New York City.

After first picking up the guitar at 10 years old, Shai has since dedicated his life to music,
playing and performing constantly.

Before establishing himself in NYC, Shai completed his Bachelor’s in Arts from Israel’s top
jazz performance programs, such as “The Jazz Institute” at the “Rimon School of Music”,
and the “Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance”.
During this time, Shai sought the opportunity to seek mentorship from world renowned musicians, such as trumpeter Avishai Cohen, saxophonist Eli Degibri, and composer
Yoni Rechter.
As their mentee, Shai developed his unique voice as a composer and improviser.

During his Bachelor’s, he played in different musical groups, such as The Haifa Big Band, and
The Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, and became an in-demand guitarist in the Israeli
music scene.
These experiences led Shai to start his own band, playing his original compositions,
preforming in clubs and festivals both in Israel and abroad.

Driven by his passion for jazz music, Shai relocated from Israel to NYC to pursue his graduate studies in music and to also be a part of the local jazz scene in the city.
In 2021, Shai was granted a Master’s in music from Queens College, an institution with internationally acclaimed musicians, such as Antonio Hart, Mike Moreno, David Berkman, and Michael Mossman.

After setting foot in NYC, Shai has been performing around the city both as a sideman in different bands and as a leader.
His debut album, First Fall, was released in October 2023 and features his original compositions.

doors @8:30 pm;
online ticket sales closes 30 mins before showtime;
ticket at door $25; get your ticket early!

PHUC Presents: You Have The Floor Album Release Performance (NYC)
2024-12-12 19:00 - 20:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Jake D’Ambra – Tenor Saxophone ,
JP Heston – Bass ,
Caleb Cronan – Drums

PHUC (pronounced fook), is a contemporary trio based in the Northeast USA, comprised of drummer Caleb Cronan, saxophonist Jake D’Ambra & bassist James Heston.Their repertoire is fueled by counterpoint and interplay centered around original compositions. In December 2024, they will be releasing their third studio album, You Have the Floor.

“How can we create an easy to digest, tidy package of counterpoint; one that keeps the average listener engaged but also peaks the interest of those who are privy to a deeper sense of musicality?” Their goal for this project was to write music that was harmonically relatable yet still carefully detailed in form, timbre and execution.

PHUC will be performing selections from You Have the Floor as well as newer works that showcase the group’s changing sound. Attendees of the night’s performance will be given exclusive streaming access to the album 1 week before the album’s full release.

doors @6:30 pm;
online ticket sales closes at 6 pm;
tickets at door $25. Get your tickets early!

Steve Millhouse Cinema Trio CD Release - Music on the Way: The Music of Henry Mancini
2024-12-13 19:00 - 20:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Steve Millhouse – Contrabass Guitar,
Scott Wendholt – Trumpet/Flugelhorn,
Allen Farnham – Piano,
Adam Nussbaum – Drums

After a long and diverse career as a bassist, performing with numerous artists, touring the world, and playing on Broadway, Steve Millhouse formed the Steve Millhouse Trio, where he showcases his unique chordal and soloistic style on the Contrabass Guitar. Together with Rich Perry on tenor saxophone and Eric Halvorson on drums they have recorded two albums for SteepleChase Records, Valley of the Moon, released in 2023 and the upcoming Looking Back to Today.
In 2022, he formed the Steve Millhouse Cinema Trio, which draws from a rich repertoire of music written for film. This Trio includes Allen Farnham on piano and Eric Halvorson on drums, offering fresh arrangements of works by legendary film composers. Their first album, Valley of the Moon, was released in November 2023, and their current release, Music on the Way: The Music of Henry Mancini, both featuring special guest Scott Wendholt on trumpet and flugelhorn.

Online ticket sales closes 30 minutes prior to showtime;
Tickets at door is $25

Bowery Jazz Messengers Open Rehearsal
2024-03-09 12:00 - 15:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
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 a positive environment for young jazz musicians to develop their craft while performing service to their community.

ShapeShifter Plus provides the space and equipment for The Bowery Jazz Messengers for their monthly rehearsals allowing the public to sit in during the café open hours.
Come join!
Free

BREAKING THE ICE
2024-12-15 14:00 - 17:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
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 and the director of the Music Department is Albert Marques. The students will perform arrangements of some of the most famous jazz standards and they will also perform original songs with eclectic influences from reggae to funk, from swing to hip-hop.

Doors at 1:30 pm;
Online ticket sales closes 1 hour before showtime;
Ticket at door $25

Part-Time Samurai and Human Music Double Bill
2024-12-15 19:00 - 21:30 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Noah Galbreath – Saxophone and Vocals
Jess Schneider – Vocals
Evan Amoroso – Trombone and Vocals
Eli Goldstein – Trumpet
Sam Towse – Keyboards
Brad Kang – Guitar
Isaac Beaumont – Bass Guitar
Pat Petrus – Drumset

Human Music:
Sam Towse – Keyboards
Santosh Sharma – Saxophone and EWI
Michael Hilgendorf – Guitar
Rafael Enciso – Bass Guitar
Drums TBA

Part-Time Samurai is an up-and-coming neo-soul/jazz-pop group based in New York City. Bringing an exciting blend of complex uptempo tunes as well as sensitive, groove-centric music, the band puts on a live show that showcases each member and accentuates their thoughtful yet playfully sarcastic lyrics. Drawing on influences such as Jacob Mann, Louis Cole, Haitus Kaiyote, and the Beatles, to name a few, listeners can expect tight unison lines, pop melodies sung over active jazz fusion accompaniment, and some extended instrumental solos. Part-Time Samurai features a full horn section consisting of trombone, trumpet, and saxophone as well as vocals and a rhythm section that includes keyboards, guitar, bass, and drumset.

Human Music Bio TBA

Passage
2024-12-17 19:00 - 20:00 | ShapeShifter Lab, 837 Union Street, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11215, United States
Mark Martinez – vocal,
Blake Ebert – Cello,
Erin Kennedy – Piano

The theme of the cabaret will be love and time and will be a celebration of how things changes with time, and evolve in beauty in unexpected ways. It will be a mixture of jazz, musical theater, classical music, and a celebration
