NYS Music 2023

Category: Upcoming Shows

  • Schenectady’s Jazz on Jay Returns For The Summer of 2023

    With summer right around the corner, locations all over New York are preparing to hold lively outdoor music entertainment for the public. Schenectady is no different as the city’s concert series “Jazz on Jay” is back for the summer of 2023 and is already well under way.

    Jazz on Jay began on June 1st and performances are held every Thursday from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM on the cobblestone stretch of Schenectady’s beautiful Jay Street Arcade.

    The concert series is completely free to the public and works to support the region’s talent as every performance will be carried out by working artists and educators. This year’s line up includes several special visits, including the swing of the well-established, fiddle and vocal-driven Teresa Broadwell Band; the Slam Stewart-inspired musings of the Tarik Shah Trio; the North Country Django Reinhardt fire of the 2022 Eddie Award-winning Hot Club of Saratoga; and the creative jazz of the Michael Bisio Quartet.

    In addition to the soothing sounds of jazz, this year’s Jazz on Jay will introduce a new component in which local artists Heather Hutchison and Oscar Bogran will create artwork based on the music they hear being played during a specific performance. Hutchinson will be present for Mike Purcell & Company’s performance on June 22nd while Bogran will create his art on both August 10th and August 31st.

    With a rule that performers cannot play “Jazz on Jay” consecutive years in a row, concert goers are in for a summer of fresh talent and smooth jazz.

    Full Listing Jazz on Jay 2023

    June 1 ESYO Jazz Combo

    June 8 The Trojan Horns

    June 15 Musicats

    June 22 Mike Purcell & Company

    June 29 Peter Van Keuren Trio

    July 6 Teresa Broadwell Band

    July 13 Tarik Shah Trio

    July 20 Tim Olsen Trio

    July 27 Eric Ciarmello Quartet

    Aug. 3 Hot Club of Saratoga

    Aug. 10 Sonny & Perley

    Aug. 17 Allen Halstead Quartet

    Aug. 24 Michael Bisio Quartet

    Aug. 31 Doc Horton and the Jay Street Band

  • Melissa Etheridge and Motown Legends to Perform at Binghamton University

    Binghamton University’s Anderson Center for the Performing Arts announced its annual roster of summer concerts, featuring several opportunities for regional music lovers to get out and boogie.

    The Anderson Center, located on the main campus of Binghamton University in Vestal, NY, aims to enhance the local community and support Binghamton University’s educational vision through enriching performances. This summer’s lineup is a testament to their commitment.

    Friday, June 30

    The Anderson Center presents The Temptations and the Four Tops, iconic Motown groups, for a night of solid gold hits.

    The Temptations came to define Detroit’s Motown sound in the ’60s and ’70s with hits like “My Girl,” “Ain’t to Proud to Beg,” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone.” The Temptations were ranked #1 “Greatest R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of All Time” by Billboard. Additionally, Rolling Stone hailed them as “the greatest black vocal group of the Modern Era,” highlighting their profound influence on the evolution of American music. The group is still touring with founding member Dr. Otis Williams.

    The Four Tops emerged from the same Detroit neighborhoods as the Temptations, the Supremes, and Smokey Robinson. They too released their own string of chart-topping hits for the Motown label including “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)” and “It’s The Same Old Song.” The Four Tops continue to tour with founding member Duke Fakir.

    Friday, August 11

    Melissa Etheridge’s tour bus rolls into campus later this summer for a stop on her Summer ’23 Tour. Etheridge’s confessional lyrics and raspy, smoky vocals have made her a beloved singer-songwriter. Her string of ’90s hits solidify her enduring legacy. Familiar favorites include “Come to My Window,” “I’m the Only One,” and “I Want to Come Over.” Etheridge, who previously played at the Anderson Center in 2009 solo, will return with a full band this time.

    Tickets and More Information

    An additional concert by the Jazz Ambassadors of the United States Army Field Band, scheduled for Wednesday, June 28, has already sold out. However, tickets are available for The Temptations, The Four Tops, and Melissa Etheridge.

    Tickets for the Temptations and the Four Tops cost $75/65/55 inside, $30 on the lawn. Tickets for Melissa Etheridge: Summer Tour ’23 cost $65/55/45 inside, $25 on the lawn.

    A full 2023-24 season announcement is expected in mid-June. For more information, visit anderson.binghamton.edu, contact 607-777-ARTS, or stop by the Anderson Center Box Office between 12-4 p.m., Monday-Friday

  • Mónica Giraldo Announces Show at Lincoln Center

    Colombian singer-songwriter Mónica Giraldo announced a four show tour with performances in Boston, Philadelphia, New York City, and Washington DC. The tour will stop at the Lincoln Center on June 15.

    mónica giraldo

    Giraldo has been nominated for a Latin Grammy for Best New Artist. She also received two Billboard Awards as a singer-songwriter. She has six recorded works, including albums such as Muy Cerca (Very Close), Todo da Vueltas (Everything Turns), and Que Venga la Vida (Let Life Come).

    With past concerts in the United States, Mexico, France, Japan, and other countries, Mónica Giraldo is an experienced world traveler. She also worked as an architect at CBT Architects in Boston as well as at other leading architecture firms in Spain and Colombia. Furthermore, Giraldo is an Ambassador of the Berklee College of Music in Colombia. Additionally, she has collaborated with Totó La Momposina and Mafalda Veiga, among other artists.

    Mónica Giraldo Shows

    June 12- City Winery in Boston

    June 14- City Winery in Philadelphia

    June 15- Lincoln Center Atrium in New York

    June 16- The Hamilton in Washington DC

  • BMI’s 34th Annual Summer Showcase to Feature Compositions by Upcoming Jazz Composers

    The BMI Jazz Composers Workshop will present its work during the 34th Annual Summer Showcase at 7:30 p.m. on June 20 at Symphony Space on Broadway in Manhattan. The 17-piece modern repertory ensemble BMI/New York Jazz Orchestra will perform eight compositions that were developed in the previous workshop. This event is free and open to the public.

    Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI) is a leader in music rights management, representing the public performance rights in over 20.6 million musical works. It helps negotiate music license agreements, distributing royalty fees to associated writers and publishers. While originally based in blues, jazz, country, and American roots music, BMI now serves all genres.

    BMI is thrilled to present the Jazz Composers Workshop Summer Showcase once again alongside our incredible directors Andy and Alan. Every year we look forward to coming together to hear the remarkable works that are composed throughout the year and to award the Charlie Parker Prize to another deserving composer.

    Patrick Cook, BMI’s Senior Director, Jazz & Musical Theatre

    Returning for his 7th year to lead the program is Musical Director Andy Farber, working alongside Associate Musical Director Alan Ferber, a three-time Grammy-nominee. Farber has written arrangements for artists such as Shirley Horn and Jon Hendricks, as well as symphony orchestras including the Boston Pops Orchestra. He currently teaches jazz composition and arranging at the Julliard School.

    During the event, the BMI Foundation will award the 24th Annual Charlie Parker Jazz Composition Prize, given to the writer of the best work from this year’s workshop as determined by three judges. In addition to the prize, the winning composer will also receive the Manny Albam Commission to create a new piece for the 2024 showcase.

    For more information, visit BMI’s website.

  • Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts Brings Back Tuesdays@theAC

    The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts (ALCA) announced the return of Tuesdays@theAC, a concert and community-events series. It features a lineup of Adirondacks-based or connected performers on weekday evenings.

    The series begins this month with two concerts: the locally based group Moment’s Notice on June 20, and The Musty Cupboards on June 27. Both concerts begin at 7 p.m., with a recommended donation of $10 at the door.

    Moment’s Notice is a Tri-Lakes-based, four-piece group featuring veteran musicians Karen Baker, Mike Joyce, Dan Spada, and Sadie Spada. Furthermore, the group covers a wide range of genres including jazz, latin, blues, rock and more.

    Acoustic quartet the Musty Cupboards performs bluegrass and classic folk. The group features Evan Behre on mandolin, banjo, dobro, guitar, and vocals; Becky Behre on accordion and vocals; Eric Schwelling on guitar and vocals; and lastly, Michelle Schwelling on guitar, mandolin, ukulele, and vocals.

    The June concerts will also be followed in August by three more events: a hammered-dulcimer program and community dance with Dan Duggan and the group High on the Hog on Aug. 15; Americana music with Barry Oreck and friends on Aug. 22; and folk music with local favorites the Rustic Riders on Aug. 29.

    The Tuesdays@theAC series takes place on select Tuesday evenings throughout the summer, celebrating the diversity and talent of the region. Additionally, the events are offered on a donation-only basis, providing entertainment at an affordable price for local residents, summer residents, and campers looking for a fun night out in the middle of the week.

    For more information on all Arts Center programming, visit adirondackarts.org.

  • Catch Dogs In A Pile at 3 NY Festivals This Summer and Fall

    Dogs In A Pile, a rising funk, jazz, rock, and psychedelia fusion quintet, has announced their Fall 2023 tour dates, bringing their total sound to three music festivals in NY this summer and fall.

    Dogs In A Pile in San Diego, CA. Credit: Dogs In A Pile Instagram / @dogsinapileband

    Hailing from Ashbury Park, NJ, the band began when guitarist Jimmy Law, a student of the Philadelphia University of the Arts, and drummer Joe Babick, a student of the Count Basie Theater program, began to play together.

    They were joined by Berklee School of Music student and bass player Sam Lucid, who recommended Berklee student and keyboard player Jeremy Kaplan. The final addition to Dogs In A Pile came in 2019 with Berklee student and guitarist Brian Murray.

    Their latest work is their studio album “Bloom,” featuring nine tracks by the band. It can be found on Spotify alongside the band’s other works.

    The band has credited a string of local shows with their quick rise in popularity, leading to their tours in the summer and fall. Keeping with the theme, Dogs In A Pile calls their fanbase the Dog Pound.

    Concert Dates

    June 7 – Madame Lous – Seattle, WA

    June 8 – Jack London – Portland, OR

    June 9 – Domino Room – Bend, OR

    June 10 – Hogfarm Hideaway – Laytonville, CA

    June 15 – Weiser River Fest – Weiser, ID

    June 17 – Northlands Festival – Swanzey, NH

    June 23 – Beardfest – Hammonton, NJ

    June 24 – Back Home Festival – New Martinsville, WV

    June 25 – Electric Forest – Rothbury, MI

    June 30 – Peach Music Festival – Scranton, PA

    July 14 – Gambler’s Run Festival – Lake Tahoe, CA

    July 21 – Gathering at Chaffee’s – Girard, PA

    July 28 – Rye Bread Music Festival – Schaghticoke, NY

    July 29 – Weekend at Bertha’s – Wilmington, DE

    Aug. 5 – Flood City Music Festival – Johnstown, PA

    Aug. 11 – Catskill Mountain Jubilee – East Durham, NY

    Aug. 12 – Jam Packed – Richmond, VA

    Aug. 19 – Oxbow Music Festival – Morrisville, VT

    Sept. 7 – Lincoln Hall – Chicago, IL

    Sept. 9 – Basement East – Nashville, TN

    Sept. 10 – Cohab Space – High Point, NC

    Sept. 27 – The Summit – Columbus, OH

    Sept. 28 – Magic Bag – Ferndale, MI

    Sept. 29 – Mr. Smalls – Pittsburgh, PA

    Oct. 6 – NY Harvest Festival – Trumansburg, NY

    Oct. 7 – The Sinclair – Boston, MA

    Oct. 8 – Ramble Music Festival – Darlington, MD

    Oct. 12 – Elevation 27 – Virginia Beach, VA

    Sept. 7 – 5 Points Music Sanctuary – Roanoke, VA

    Sept. 8 – Pour House – Raleigh, NC

    Pre-sale will begin June 7, and tickets will go on sale June 9 for their Fall tour dates. More information on both the band and tickets can be found on their website.

  • Pink Talking Fish Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary With East Coast Fall Tour and “This Must be the Cirque”

    Pink Talking Fish is hitting the ground running this summer as they celebrate their 10 year anniversary with over twenty shows, three of which will be performed on various stages across New York State.

    The Hybrid Tribute Fusion Act spent the first half of 2023 honoring multiple album and concert anniversary’s for the three bands they admire most: Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish. They celebrated Pink Floyd’s staple album “Dark Side Of The Moon” in light of its 50th anniversary by playing it through each night they performed. In addition to that specific album, they included Talking Heads’ “Stop Making Sense” in homage of the 40 years that have passed since the Talking Heads’ concert film that took fans by storm in 1984.

    Throughout this summer and into the fall, however, the band will be commemorating their own success and longevity through concerts, festivals, and other events. To kick off the summer of celebration and music, Pink Talking Fish will play a Dead & Company afterparty in Saratoga Springs where they will sprinkle in songs by Grateful Dead throughout their own setlist. Other highlights include a Southeast run, a Halloween Weekend “Island Tour” in Rhode Island/Long Island, and a stacked festival season that includes performances in New Jersey, West Virginia, Ohio, Vermont, Kentucky, and Indiana.

    The band doesn’t plan to stop there as they will be spending the 4th of July weekend giving their fans another high-energy, holiday weekend of music in New England. On July 1st, Pink Talking Fish will return to Portsmouth, NH on the outdoor stage of Cisco Brewers then continue forward by bringing the act back to Cape Cod for a two-night run at The Wellfleet Beachcomber.

    To fully celebrate the completion of a 10 year run, the band will perform a special anniversary show in their hometown of Boston, Massachusetts at The Paradise. These are only a few of the events that Pink Talking Fish is looking forward to as they commemorate a decade of creating dream setlists and performing the music of three diverse and, to many, iconic bands in a new and fresh way.

    Also announced is the Saturday, October 14th event “Pink Talking Fish Presents: The Must be the Cirque,” at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester.

    This Must Be The Cirque, the follow-up to 2018’s critically-acclaimed Junta Circus transforms The Cap into a magical circus voyage set to the soundtrack of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish. PTF is teaming up with cirque troupe Modern Gypsies who has worked with Phish, String Cheese Incident and more to enhance the live music experience. Tickets available here

    Pink Talking Fish Anniversary Tour

    June 17 – Saratoga Springs NY at Putnam Place – Dead & Company AfterParty

    June 23 – Hammonton NJ at Beardfest

    June 24 – New Martinsville WV at Back Home Festival

    June 25 – Morrisville NJ at The Homestead

    July 1 – Portsmouth NH at Cisco Brewers

    July 2 – Wellfleet MA at The Beachcomber

    July 3 – Wellfleet MA at The Beachcomber

    July 7 – Manchester VT at Dead Of Summer Music Festival

    July 14 – Cabot VT at Jerry Jam

    July 21 – Garrettsville OH at Gratefulfest

    August 12 – Crown Point IN at Rockopelli Music Fest

    August 25 – Longmont CO at Wibby Brewing

    September 8 – Syracuse NY at The Westcott Theater

    September 9 – Bedminster NJ at Fiddlefest

    September 16 – Morrisville VT at Keep On Growing Festival

    September 22 – Plymouth NH at The Flying Monkey

    September 23 – Boston MA at Paradise Rock Club – 10 Year Anniversary Celebration

    October 4 – Washington DC at Pearl Street Warehouse

    October 5 – Waynesboro VA at Basic City

    October 6 – Raleigh NC at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard

    October 7 – Charleston SC at The Pour House

    October 8 – Asheville NC at Salvage Station

    October 14 – This Must Be the Cirque, Port Chester, NY at The Capitol Theatre

    October 27 – East Greenwich RI at The Greenwich Odeum

    October 28 – Port Washington NY at Landmark On Main

  • JazzBuffalo Hosts Event To Celebrate The Work Of Phil DiRe

    JazzBuffalo is hosting a free event to commemorate the legendary jazz artist Phil DiRe on Sunday, June 25. The celebration will take place in Slee Hall at the University of Buffalo.

    Before passing in May 2021, DiRe wrote and composed a collection of original music titled Legacy. Attendees will receive a free copy of the project at the event. A concert with many of DiRe’s fellow musicians and friends will also take place. 

    The performing ensemble will be under the direction of George Caldwell, and will feature the likes of Tim Clarke, Preston Brown, Risk Strauss, Wendell Rivera, Nelson Rivera, Sabu Adeyola, and John Hasselbeck Jr.

     

    Jazz Musician Phil DiRe pays a gold tenor saxophone on stage.

    Throughout the years DiRe had the opportunity to share the stage with artists like Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Gerry Mulligan, and Dizzy Gillespie. Despite his success as a studio musician and as a member of the White House Jazz Quartet, DiRe was best known for the impact he had on others’ lives. 

    Phil DiRe was a pioneering force in Buffalo, founding the Buffalo Jazz Ensemble in the early 1970s. With the direction of DiRe, Buffalo was able to establish the non-profit Association for Jazz Performance. The organization looked to finance a series of concerts in parks, a cultural center, and a school in the city. Buffalo became one of the first cities in the nation to receive city, state, and federal funding for jazz performances. 

    Phil DiRe
    Phil DiRe performing before an audience at the steps of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in 1975

    Thanks to the contributions of DiRe, Buffalo has fostered some of the great jazz musicians over the years. The jazz fusion group Spyro Gyra, and artists Joe Ford and Sabu Adeyol all emerged in the city as a result of Buffalo’s commitment to the genre.

    As DiRe began to age, he moved down to Florida where he continued to play and enjoy music. Between performing at reunion shows and for his friends, Phil DiRe recorded Legacy while in Florida. 

    Tickets and information here.

  • Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin and Pitbull Announce Trilogy Tour, Stops at MSG and Barclays Center

    Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin and Pitbull have announced The Trilogy Tour with stops at Madison Square Garden and the Barclays Center. For the first time ever, the three artists will share the stage featuring three unique headlining sets, one from each artist.

    The tour kicks off in Washington DC on October 14. They will perform at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, on Thursday, October 26 and Friday, October 27, as well as at Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

    All three artists are hugely popular. To start, Enrique Iglesias is a global superstar recognized for his musical versatility across pop and urban genres in Spanish and English. He sold more than 180 million albums worldwide, released 11 studio albums and 3 greatest hits compilations. He also headlined 10 sold-out world tours and performed in front of 10+ million fans.

    I am incredibly excited to be going on tour with my friends Pitbull and Ricky.  The Trilogy Tour will be an amazing experience for ALL of our fans. It’s going to be a once in a lifetime tour.

    Enrique Iglesias

    Often refered to as the “King of Latin Pop,” Ricky Martin is a global music icon. Throughout his nearly four-decade career, Martin has brought Latin music and culture to the mainstream, paving the way for crossover talent. His recent successes include the Latin Grammy-winning EP “Pausa” and the album “PLAY,” featuring collaborations with acclaimed artists such as Bad Bunny, Residente, and Sting.

    Beyond his artistic achievements, Martin is also a dedicated philanthropist. He established the Ricky Martin Foundation, which actively fights against human trafficking and modern-day slavery. As a Global Ambassador for UNICEF, he has provided significant support to communities affected by natural disasters. Martin has received numerous humanitarian awards, including the Hispanic Federation’s “Humanitarian Award” and the Human Rights Campaign’s “National Visibility Award.” In recognition of his contributions, the City of New York declared “Ricky Martin Day” to honor his artistic legacy and philanthropic work.

    Going back on the road with not only Enrique, but now with Pitbull it’s very exciting. This tour will be a wild party from beginning to end so get ready, it’s going to be epic!

    Ricky Martin

    Armando Christian Perez, more commonly known as Pitbull, is a Grammy-award winning independent international superstar, education advocate, entrepreneur and motivational speaker. With billions of audio streams and video views plus hundreds of gold and platinum certifications, Pitbull has one of the most impressive careers in music history. Not only did he successfully help establish Sports Leadership Arts and Management (SLAM!), tuition-free public charter schools across the country, he also is co-owner of the NASCAR racing team Trackhouse.

    Pitbull returned to the road in 2022 with the sold out North American Can’t Stop Us Now Tour along with his SiriusXM Globalization DJs packing amphitheaters and arenas coast-to-coast. He also performed for millions worldwide and even joined forces with the #1 life and business strategist, Tony Robbins, for numerous speaking engagements around the globe. This fall, Pitbull will release his next long-awaited Spanglish album titled Trackhouse.

    It’s a true honor to tour with Enrique and Ricky, 2 music icons, who broke global music barriers for our culture and open doors for someone like myself. We’re excited to take The Trilogy tour around the world and give our fans the time of their Trilogy lives, Dale!

    Pitbull

    Verified Fan presale starts on Wednesday, June 7. A limited number of tickets will be sold during a general on sale starting on Friday, June 9 at 10 am at ticketmaster.com while supplies last. 

    Tour Dates

    Sat Oct 14 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena

    Tue Oct 17 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

    Wed Oct 18 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

    Fri Oct 20 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre

    Sat Oct 21– Boston, MA – TD Garden

    Thu Oct 26 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden

    Fri Oct 27 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden

    Sat Oct 28 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center

    Wed Nov 01 – Chicago, IL – United Center

    Thu Nov 02 – Chicago, IL – United Center

    Fri Nov 03 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena

    Thu Nov 09 – Orlando, FL – Amway Center

    Fri Nov 10 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center

    Sat Nov 11 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center

    Fri Nov 17 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center

    Sat Nov 18 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

    Sun Nov 19 – San Antonio, TX – AT&T Center

    Fri Nov 24 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena

    Sat Nov 25 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center

    Thu Nov 30 – Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena

    Fri Dec 01 – Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena

    Wed Dec 06 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center

    Fri Dec 08 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena

    Sun Dec 10 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena

  • John Oliver and Seth Meyers To Appear On New York City Stage In August

    John Oliver and Seth Meyers, two Emmy Award-winning comedians, will be combining their individual stand-up tours on August 17th at The Beacon Theatre in New York City.

    John Oliver and Seth Meyers

    As two prominent television personalities, Meyers and Oliver have been increasingly impacted by the Writers Guild of America Strike of 2023 which has put Last Week Tonight With John Oliver and Late Night With Seth Meyers on an indefinite stand still. The hosts are continuing to move forward in spite of the controversy and have both announced stand-up tours to last the summer.

    Oliver is a long-time participant and pro in the stand-up world and continues to perform sold-out venues across the country. He is best known for being the host and producer of his tonight show along with select appearances in television and film including Disney’s The Lion King, Community, Big Mouth, Bob’s Burgers, and many more. For his work as a writer and comedian, Oliver has gone on to receive twenty-three Primetime Emmys, five Writer’s Guild Awards, two Critics’ Choice Television Awards, four Television Critics Association Awards, and two Peabodys.

    In a similar light, Meyers is no stranger to the stage or the screen as he began his television career with “Saturday Night Live” in 2001. He has been given the title of everything from host to executive producer and has been nominated for an Emmy Award twenty-six times for his work on the screen.  In addition, Meyers was named one of the 2014 TIME 100, Time magazine’s 100 most influential people. 

    Tickets for their combined show in August have already become available as local presales began on June 6th and general sales will start on June 9th. Both can be accessed with Ticketmaster.