Events

Harpist, Brandee Younger, is revolutionizing harp and has worked tirelessly to stretch boundaries and limitations for harpists.

“The stories he (Childs) tells through composition or his endless and unerring cast of collaborators, there seems to be nothing but a desire to continue opening up the music, stretching toward new creative horizons.”
- DownBeat Magazine

A new generation of funk. Their music is “without limitations, uplifting and cannot be quantified.” - Jon Batiste

Enjoy Gypsy jazz while raising money for neighbors having to choose between food and warmth.

For all music lovers, not just pianists, who are interested in both the practical and spiritual aspects of jazz and improvised music.

“Endea Owens evolves the legacy of great leaders behind the bass” - BiM2024

Join VJC Director, Eugene Uman as he mines his repertoire of original music with a dream team of collaborators.

Dubbed “the most provocative thinker in current jazz” by Rolling Stone, visionary pianist Jason Moran honors Duke Ellington in his solo piano project, “Mount Ellington”, a tribute to Duke Ellington that reimagines the legendary composer’s work through his unique lens.

Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott) is a two-time Edison Award–winning, six-time Grammy-nominated musician, composer, producer, and cultural leader. An immersive performance of spiritual storytelling, ancestral rhythm, and genre-defying sound led by Chief Adjuah.

First day of 2 day festival featuring student performers at 118 Elliot Street. See Day 2 Event of the Emerging Artist Festival for more information on Ulysses Owens Jr. and Gen. Y.