Joan Osborne (5/16) Opening Act: The Wood Brothers
One of the most critically acclaimed R&B/Soul voices of her generation, Joan Osborne returned to those roots with her 2007 album Breakfast In Bed . Inspired by singers such as Etta James and Ray Charles, Osborne first stormed the charts with her 1995 debut Relish with songs like "(What If God Was) One Of Us." and "St. Teresa." Since then, Osborne has kept expanding her musical universe, performing with artists as different as Taj Mahal, The Dead, Luciano Pavarotti and The Dixie Chicks, but always keeping that Motown soul beat closest to her heart.. Joan Osborne Website. Sample Joan on Opening Act: The Wood Brothers
A Music Hall/Music Without Borders Co-Presentation, Supported by WFUV
Dave Brubeck Quartet (5/17)
PRESENTED BY JAZZ FORUM ARTS Designated a “Living Legend” by the Library of Congress, Dave Brubeck continues to be one of the most active and popular musicians in the world today. In a career that has spanned more than six decades, his experiments with odd time signatures, improvised counterpoint, and distinctive harmonies remain hallmarks of a unique musical style unfazed by fad and fashion. New Album: Indian Summer. Sample Dave Brubeck on
Neil Berg's 100 Years Of Broadway (5/24)
Presented By Red Lotus Productions To Benefit World Hunger Year This lavish and lively show recreates some of the biggest moments from the best known Broadway musicals of the century. Stars from shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables and Jekyll and Hyde light up the stage with the most popular songs from the hit shows they starred in. Neil Berg, Rob Evan, Ray McLeod, Carter Calvert, Erick Buckley, Danny Zolli, Rita Harvey and more will all be performing during this production. The Meet and Greet ("Premium" Price Category) tickets include prime seats with the opportunity to meet the cast and enjoy champagne and snacks post show.
Dar Williams (5/30)
One of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of her generation, Dar Williams has been engaging audiences with her musical artistry since the early 90s when she rose from the Northeast coffeehouse circuit to the national spotlight. A native of New York’s Hudson Valley, where she still resides, Williams maintains in her life and music a strong system of values, idealism and community involvement. Few performers create a bond from the stage with an audience like Williams does, because her songs succeed with storytelling “intimate, honest and whimsical travails and triumphs”.
Opening the show, Special Guest Tao Rodríquez-Seeger (founder of “The Mammals”, and long-time musical collaborator with his grandfather, Pete Seeger) Sample Dar Williams on
Presented By Twin Cloud Concerts
Dan Bern | Special Guests: Stephen Kellogg & Anthony DaCosta (5/31)
A night to remember - Three of our favorite singer-songwriters in one great evening of music! With the release of his 1997 self-titled debut, Dan Bern became the latest, following the likes of John Prine, Elliott Murphy, Steve Forbert, Loudon Wainwright III, and numerous others, to wear the "new Dylan" mantle. Dan is featured with several songs in the comedy Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story. The evening will also feature Stephen Kellogg of Stephen Kellogg & the Sixers, in a rare solo-appearance. The Boston Globe writes "Kellogg's music is semi-gritty, melodic alt-country. Think early Wilco, Whiskeytown, or Tom Petty. Relaxed, yet passionate." First on the bill will be The Music Hall's favorite up and comer, Anthony DaCosta, who counts Dan Bern as one of his most important musical influences.
A Music Hall/Music Without Borders Co-Presentation, supported by WFUV
Chuck Mangione & His Feels So Good Band (6/7)
PRESENTED BY JAZZ FORUM ARTS For more than five decades, Chuck Mangione's love affair with music has been characterized by his boundless energy, unabashed enthusiasm, and pure joy that radiates from the stage. Recently Smooth Jazz stations throughout the U.S. recognized Chuck Mangione's "Feels So Good" as their all time #1 song, come hear it live at The Music Hall! Sample Chuck Mangione on
Maceo Parker's name is synonymous with Funky Music, his pedigree impeccable; his band is simply the tightest little funk orchestra on earth. He's played with James Brown, George Clinton & Bootsy's Rubber Band. More recently Prince called on Maceo to be part of his record breaking Musicology Tour. After all, if you want funk you'd better call Maceo! He’s the living, breathing pulse which connects the history of Funk in one golden thread. Sample Maceo on
Soulive, New York's preeminent groove machine formed in 1999, and since then, guitarist Eric Krasno, organist Neal Evans and drummer Alan Evans have developed a reputation as one of the most sought after instrumental soul-funk trios around, a hard-touring live act that's thrown down everywhere from small rock clubs to opening arena shows for the Rolling Stones. Sample Soulive on
A Music Hall/Music Without Borders Co-Presentation, supported by WFUV
Dr John & The Lower 911 (6/28)
Legendary New Orleans pianist and singer Dr. John, "The Night Tripper" or Mac Rebennack as known to friends and family, is universally celebrated as the living embodiment of the rich musical heritage exclusive to New Orleans. A formidable boogie and blues pianist with a lovable growl of a voice, the good doctor fuses New Orleans R&B, rock, and Mardi Gras craziness to come up with his own brand of "voodoo" music. He is also a rock solid traditional blues and R&B performer. He'll be performing old favorites plus material from his new album "City That Care Forgot" which will be released June 3. Sample Dr. John on Special Guest: TBA
A Music Hall/Music Without Borders Co-Presentation, supported by WFUV
Tap Kids Showcase 2008 (7/26)
A summer tradition at The Music Hall, NY Stage Originals showcase the best young tap dancers from around the nation.
Suzanne Vega (8/16) Suzanne Vega was the first major figure in the bumper crop of female singer/songwriters who rose to prominence during the late '80s and '90s. Her hushed, restrained folk-pop and highly literate lyrics laid the initial musical groundwork for what later became the trademark sound of Lilith Fair (a tour on which she was a regular). Moreover, her left-field hits "Luka" and "Tom's Diner" helped convince record companies that folk-styled singer/songwriters were not a thing of the past after all. Sample Suzanne Vega on Special Guest: Christina Courtin A Music Hall/Music Without Borders Co-Presentation, supported by WFUV $35-$50
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Jefferson Starship w. Special Guest Tom Constanten (9/27)
Turn back the calendar to 1968 when Jefferson Airplane, The Grateful Dead, and Quicksilver Messenger Service recorded some of their most compelling music. In “The Great ’68 Airplane-Quick-Dead Show,” original members of all three bands appear in sets which pay tribute to each band’s music. You’ll see Jefferson Airplane/Starship founders Paul Kantner and Marty Balin, Quicksilver Messenger Service founder David Freiberg, along with Cathy Richardson, Donny Baldwin, Slick Aguilar, and Chris Smith. Special guest is Tom Constanten, original pianist from The Grateful Dead.Starship website. Sample Jefferson Starship on Presented By Westco Productions
Dianne Reeves (10/10)
Dianne Reeves is possibly the pre-eminent jazz vocalist in the world today. As a result of her virtuosity, improvisational prowess and unique jazz and R&B stylings, Reeves was awarded the Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings—a Grammy first in any vocal category. Dianne Reeves website here. Sample Dianne Reeves on PRESENTED BY JAZZ FORUM ARTS
