About the performer: Songbook Sundays champions the great American songbook, spotlighting composers like Fats Waller and Duke Ellington whose legacies shaped jazz and popular music. This event features a curated ensemble including Karrin Allyson (vocals), Allison Blackwell (vocals), Benny Benack III (vocals/trumpet), and Richard Cummings (piano, musical director), with Deborah Grace Winer as host and curator. Expect lush arrangements, engaging storytelling, and standout musicianship that honors the rhythms, wit, and sophistication of the era.
Biography highlights: Songbook Sundays is a Jazz at Lincoln Center program known for presenting intimate, artist-led performances that explore the Great American Songbook in a modern context. The current lineup brings together leading vocalists and instrumentalists who have performed on Broadway, in major jazz festivals, and at renowned jazz venues around the world. The collaboration also reflects JALC’s commitment to preserving jazz history while inviting fresh perspectives on timeless standards.
Discography highlights: While the program itself centers on live interpretations, the featured artists bring a wealth of recorded work across orchestral, small-ensemble, and vocal jazz contexts. Expect references to classic Ellington and Waller tunes in fresh arrangements and modern vocal performances that showcase the composers’ enduring influence.
Upcoming tour info: This June 1, 2025 performance at Dizzy’s Club marks a key date in Songbook Sundays’ ongoing NYC residency. Tickets for the 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM shows are available now. If you’re planning to attend, secure your seats early through Gold Coast Tickets for a smooth, no-hassle checkout. We’ll keep you posted on additional dates and related Songbook Sundays events as they’re announced.
Artist social links: Follow the performers and Jazz at Lincoln Center for news, videos, and behind-the-scenes content. Karrin Allyson on X, Official site; Benny Benack III official site; Allison Blackwell official site; Richard Cummings official site; Jazz at Lincoln Center.