Live Jazz in New York

THE NEW YORK OUD FESTIVAL presents: ALBERT AGHA Day 1 of the New York Oud festival will feature oudist Albert Agha. Seating is limited, first-come first-served. This program will bring together classical Arab repertoire, featuring works from Egyptian and Syrian traditions, alongside original compositions rooted in classical forms, performed through voice and oud. It includes the premiere of a new instrumental work that explores musical bridges between the Middle East and Southeast Asia, emerging from Agha’s research into the integration of modal systems across cultural traditions. Albert Nasser Agha - Oud & Vocals Insia Malik - Violin Gabe Lavin - Buzuq Alber Basee l - percussion Albert Nasser Agha is an ethnomusicologist, music educator, and director. He holds a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology from the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, where he studied under the distinguished composer and scholar A. J. Racy. Originally from Aleppo, Dr. Agha is both a scholar and performer whose work bridges rigorous academic inquiry with deeply embodied musical practice. A vocalist and oudist, he grounds his scholarship in lived experience. An accomplished interpreter of the classical Arab repertoire, Dr. Agha has performed at leading cultural institutions and international stages across North America and the Middle East, with performances characterized by expressive depth and historical nuance. The New York Oud Festival is a multi-day, multi-venue music festival that displays the oud and its versatility as it exists in New York's diverse musical culture. The NYOF celebrates the oud and its wide-ranging influence on global music culture, showcasing artists from a multitude of traditions and contexts, and demonstrating why the oud continues to be one of the world's most beloved instruments. 7pm to 9:30pm $20 Tickets Pay now online now or in person that night Tickets do not guarantee seating.

Experience Torched! In Concert, a powerful performance of Pregones/PRTT’s acclaimed production exploring the complex legacy of the Bronx fires of 1970’s New York. Pulsing to the beat of salsa, funk disco, and hip hop, Torched! In Concert transports audiences between 1970s New York– when the fires gripped headlines– and the present day journey of survival and rebuilding. Part investigative theater and part poetic fiction, Torched! In Concert brings to life the true stories of those who endured the devastation, exposing the harsh realities of the arson-for-profit schemes. Torched! In Concert pays tribute to the real people who fought back, who continue to seek truth, share their testimonies, and unmask the hidden forces behind the fires. Performed in English and Spanish with titles, Torched! In Concert is a moving and vital exploration of resistance, resilience, and the enduring spirit of a community. More Info: https://pregonesprtt.org/torched-the-concert-2025-26/

Experience Torched! In Concert, a powerful performance of Pregones/PRTT’s acclaimed production exploring the complex legacy of the Bronx fires of 1970’s New York. Pulsing to the beat of salsa, funk disco, and hip hop, Torched! In Concert transports audiences between 1970s New York– when the fires gripped headlines– and the present day journey of survival and rebuilding. Part investigative theater and part poetic fiction, Torched! In Concert brings to life the true stories of those who endured the devastation, exposing the harsh realities of the arson-for-profit schemes. Torched! In Concert pays tribute to the real people who fought back, who continue to seek truth, share their testimonies, and unmask the hidden forces behind the fires. Performed in English and Spanish with titles, Torched! In Concert is a moving and vital exploration of resistance, resilience, and the enduring spirit of a community. More Info: https://pregonesprtt.org/torched-the-concert-2025-26/

Lineup: Craig Handy - saxophone Bill O'Connell - piano Michael Goetz - bass Paul Rossman - percussion Richard Baratta - drums Grammy-nominated drummer and movie producer Richard Baratta began performing in NYC and elsewhere in the mid 1970's, with many notable jazz greats. In 1984, Baratta decided to alter paths and pursued a movie career. From 1984 to 2019, Baratta worked on over 50 movies, including "Desperately Seeking Susan," "The Wolf of Wall Street" and many more. In 2017 he decided to return to his roots and began performing music again, as well as producing films. Since then he has worked with acclaimed artists like Eric Alexander, Vincent Herring, Craig Handy, and others. In 2020 he released the Grammy Nominated "Music In Film - The Reel Deal" to critical acclaim. In 2022 he released "Music In Film -The Sequel." Here he presents his new album "Another Kind of Bird," which reimagines compositions by jazz saxophone icon Charlie Parker.

Experience Torched! In Concert, a powerful performance of Pregones/PRTT’s acclaimed production exploring the complex legacy of the Bronx fires of 1970’s New York. Pulsing to the beat of salsa, funk disco, and hip hop, Torched! In Concert transports audiences between 1970s New York– when the fires gripped headlines– and the present day journey of survival and rebuilding. Part investigative theater and part poetic fiction, Torched! In Concert brings to life the true stories of those who endured the devastation, exposing the harsh realities of the arson-for-profit schemes. Torched! In Concert pays tribute to the real people who fought back, who continue to seek truth, share their testimonies, and unmask the hidden forces behind the fires. Performed in English and Spanish with titles, Torched! In Concert is a moving and vital exploration of resistance, resilience, and the enduring spirit of a community. More Info: https://pregonesprtt.org/torched-the-concert-2025-26/

Acclaimed Brazilian percussionist Valtinho Anastácio brings the sounds of Brazil to the Zinc every Sunday evening. Showtimes: 7:30 PM & 9:00 PM | Tickets: $35 at the door Reservations: Not necessary — we recommend arriving 20–30 minutes before showtime. Seating: Available throughout the shows. Bar Hours: Open from 5:00 PM to midnight — no cover charge to enjoy cocktails and the vibe! Born in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Valtinho’s journey as a musician started as a child, inspired by the very streets he grew up on. This young musician soon realized that his love was with the many percussion instruments that pervaded the music of one of the richest musical cultures on the planet, and slowly, he learned to master the congas, the pandeiro, the berimbau, the agogos, the abes, the caixas and more. His voice then became the bridge upon which his craft took form. He went on to play and learn from some of Brazil’s top musicians, including Elis Regina, Wilson Simonal, Djavan, Milton Nascimento, Egberto Gismonti. Valtinho’s time in Tokyo led him to work with Japanese legends such as Terumasa Hino, Kazumi Watanabe. Toki Hidefumi and the luminous Ryuichi Sakamoto, with whom he toured in 1994 on the unforgettable ‘Sweet Revenge’ ticket. A live concert in Nihon Budokan also sealed his potential as a sessionist and accompanist extraordinaire, and meeting and playing with the great Jaco Pastorius was a moment that he would never forget. His next stop, New York City, turned out to be a career move that continued to help hone his craft and extended his experience and repertoire beyond his wildest dreams. Gigs with diverse musicians like Victor Bailey, Omar Hakim, Mongo Santamaria, Charlie Palmieri, Eddie Gomez, Kenny Barron, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Bill Cosby, Astrud Gilberto, Alex and Eddie Van Halen, and the Grammy-winning McCoy Tyner gave this Brazilian musician all the breaks he would ever need, leading him to spend part of his life in a city that lived and breathed music. He once said, “From then on, there were no more u-turns, I was dreaming with eyes wide open.”

About Step into an intimate, story-filled evening as Valerie and Benedict Turner bring the sound and spirit of early country blues to life. More than performers, they are storytellers and cultural historians, on a mission to celebrate the profound contributions of early African American artists through intricate fingerpicking, rhythmic grooves, and vivid anecdotes that transport you to the 1920s and 30s. It’s a warm, up-close night at Dizzy’s that feels personal, lively, and deeply connected to the roots of American music. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Valerie Turner, vocals, guitarBenedict Turner, washboard, percussion

About Sheila E., the Queen of Percussion, kicks off the summer with a funk and soul dynasty spanning four decades. A musician extraordinaire, the drummer, percussionist, vocalist, and bandleader has been a defining force in R&B and pop since the 1980s. Unc funk rocker Leon Knight brings razorcut grooves and veteran musicologist DJ Spinna serves up his signature deep cuts between sets. This event is part of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, New York City’s longest-running, free, outdoor performing arts festival.