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About Weekly jazz brunch duos and trios, and more, with guitarist Peter Rubie, (opposite the beautiful gardens of the cathedral of St John the Divine), featuring some of New York's finest established and emerging jazz singers and instrumentalists. Downtown you’d have to stay up late and pay a music charge to see these guys. No Cover! Atmosphere is relaxed, children are welcome, food is excellent by Executive Chef Federico Terminiello. https://www.facebook.com/peter.m.rubie www.peterrubie.comWeekly
Acclaimed Brazilian percussionist Valtinho Anastácio brings the sounds of Brazil to the Zinc every Sunday evening. Showtimes: 7:30 PM & 9:30 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 São Paulo, Brazil, Valtinho began his musical journey as a child, inspired by the rhythms of the streets where he grew up. Drawn early to percussion, he immersed himself in the rich traditions of Brazilian music, mastering instruments such as congas, pandeiro, berimbau, agogô, abê, caixa, and many others. His voice soon became a central element of his musical expression, bridging rhythm and melody. As his career developed, Valtinho performed and learned alongside some of Brazil’s most influential artists, including Elis Regina, Wilson Simonal, Djavan, Milton Nascimento , and Egberto Gismonti . His path later led him to Tokyo, where he collaborated with leading Japanese musicians such as Terumasa Hino, Kazumi Watanabe , and Toki Hidefumi , and toured in 1994 with Ryuichi Sakamoto on the acclaimed Sweet Revenge tour. A live performance at the Nippon Budokan marked a defining moment in his career, as did a memorable encounter and collaboration with Jaco Pastorius . Relocating to New York City proved pivotal, opening doors to collaborations with an extraordinary range of artists including Victor Bailey, Omar Hakim, Mongo Santamaría, Charlie Palmieri, Eddie Gomez, Kenny Barron, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Astrud Gilberto, McCoy Tyner , and others. Reflecting on that period, Valtinho once said that from then on, there were no more U-turns—only dreams pursued with eyes wide open.
With the help of Winard Harper, a legendary jazz drummer, Moore’s has become a destination for jazz musicians, and jazz enthusiasts. There is no better place for Sunday evening pure jazz entertainment and joy than an evening with Winard Harper and friends. Listed by WBGO Live Jazz.
Showtimes: 7:00 PM & 8:30 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! Award-winning jazz vocalist, April Varner presents her new “Vocal Revue” , an evening spotlighting the next wave of rising voices in New York’s jazz scene. Featuring eight dynamic emerging vocalists, this showcase highlights artists who are quickly making their mark. Each set opens with the April Varner Quintet, followed by individual features where each artist performs one to two songs with members of the ensemble, offering an intimate collaborative night of fresh talent!
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