Moores School of Music 26th Annual Jazz Festival
University of Houston - Moores Opera House 3800 Cullen Blvd., Houston, TX, United StatesMoores School of Music Presents the 26th Annual Jazz Festival
Moores School of Music Presents the 26th Annual Jazz Festival
Twice Grammy-nominated for Best Improvised Jazz solo, saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana has garnered international recognition for her visionary work as a band leader, as well as her bold and often meditative compositions. Signed to Blue Note Records, she released the acclaimed 12 Stars on the storied label in 2022. In naming her earlier Visions […]
Indulge in a dreamy evening of music with Pride Chorus Houston with Dream a Little Dream. Immerse yourself in a world of captivating musical nostalgia where we artfully reimagine timeless jazz standards blended with dreamy pop music. Let us transport you to an era of sophistication with our vocal renditions of cherished jazz favorites, from […]
Jazz Night: Sparky’s Jazz Express THURSDAY, MARCH 28 | 7-10 PM CZECH CENTER MUSEUM HOUSTON, 4920 SAN JACINTO ST. FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. ENJOY A MUSIC-FILLED EVENING! Thirsty Thursday is the perfect way to unwind and enjoy a memorable night out. Indulge in the cozy ambiance of our Brno Gallery while savoring refreshing […]
The Biggest Love: An Immersive Art Experience - Join Brandon's transformative 3-hour performance at Houston's Arts and Culture Lab. Explore love, mental health, identity, and family through a fusion of Jazz, R&B, classical, soul, Gospel, Rock, and Hip Hop. Presented in a curated space by Artist Carlos M Castaneira Berumen with a light projection show […]
Celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month, DACAMERA presents Boomtown Brass, Houston’s only traditional jazz band. Steeped in the traditions of authentic 1920s hot jazz, the Boomtown sound begins with the classic New Orleans jazz style, travels north to include Chicago’s “dixieland” style, visits the early 1930s “gypsy jazz” guitar style, and finally adds in a touch of […]
The upcoming album Árabe is vocalist and composer Amanda Ekery’s ongoing research project focusing on Syrian immigration to El Paso/Mexico and drawing on her family history and these mixed cultures’ influences on film, food, economy, and music. During a week-long residency at the University of Houston, Ekery will work with participants to write songs and […]
Laura Jane Jones is a seasoned veteran in the music business. She has recorded, toured or performed with the likes of Enrique Iglesias, Aerosmith, The Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, Billy Ray Cyrus, Joe Cocker, Teena Marie, Katharine McPhee, Dave Matthews Band, Carrie Underwood, Cynthia Erivo and Yolanda Adams to name a few. Laura Jane […]
Buffalo Bayou Partnership is teaming up with Discovery Green and Emancipation Park to bring you Jazzy Sundays, a series of FREE, outdoor jazz concerts. The series celebrates the vibrancy and rich tradition of jazz and the incredible Houstonians who preserve the artform. Family-friendly concerts will be held every Sunday in April at The Water Works […]
Hear and dance to Houston's hottest Latin jazz orchestra performing some of the best fusions of Salsa and jazz music. The Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra features the artistry of Houston's best Latin jazz musicians. The Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra personnel includes: Music Director Jose Antonio Diaz Saxes Tito Hernandez - Alto David Caceres - Alto […]
Buffalo Bayou Partnership is teaming up with Discovery Green and Emancipation Park to bring you Jazzy Sundays, a series of FREE, outdoor jazz concerts. The series celebrates the vibrancy and rich tradition of jazz and the incredible Houstonians who preserve the artform. Family-friendly concerts will be held every Sunday in April at The Water Works […]
UNSILENT SPRING | MUSIC AND OUR CHANGING PLANET | APRIL 19-20 Etienne Charles Earth Tones World Premiere | DACAMERA co-commission Featuring Etienne Charles Creole Soul Etienne Charles triumphed when his illuminating San Juan Hill: A New York Story was presented by the New York Philharmonic to reopen David Geffen Hall, cementing his reputation for creating […]