NYS Music 2024

Category: Central NY

  • WindSync to Perform at Whalen Center in Ithaca

    Classical wind quintet WindSync is set to perform in Ithaca at the Hockett Family Recital Hall in the James J. Whalen Center for Music on April 10. The group plays their own unique approach to honoring one of the most influential boy bands of all time, NSYNC. Not only this, but the group plans to play original works, as well as covered works by various other artists.

    WindSync is made up of five classically trained virtuoso musicians who approach artistry, education, and community building with the charisma and openness of the boy band that inspired their name. The concert is free and open to the public. Earlier that afternoon at 4pm, WindSync will also offer a masterclass in the Hockett Family Recital Hall.

    The show celebrates the release of the group’s WindSync Plays Miguel del Aguila album which is set to be released five days prior on April 5. The album features music by Miguel del Aguila, a contemporary composer whose sound is highly influenced by his Latin American roots. 

    The April 10 program takes place at the James J. Whalen Center for Music as part of the Robert G. Boehmler Community Foundation Series. The program features the woodwind rendition of various artists, along with the group’s original compositions.

    April 10 Program:

    Shawn Okpebholo: Rise – premiered this season, the Nigerian-American composer’s work explored racial injustice.

    Mozart, Serenade in C minor K. 388 – this is a different kind of wind serenade. It’s brooding versus chipper, and Mozart wrote it at a time when wind music was trendy in Vienna.

    Marc Mellits: Apollo – in honor of the 2024 total solar eclipse – WindSync commissioned Marc Mellits to write Apollo in connection with the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing. 

    Dieterich Buxtehude: Passacaglia in D minor, BuxWV 161 – hear how the wind arrangement of this solemn piece makes it even more haunting.

    For more information on the upcoming program by WindSync hosted at the James J. Whalen Center for Music, click here.

    • Violent Femmes to Perform Their Iconic First Two Albums from Cover to Cover at Beak and Skiff

      Seminal alt-rockers Violent Femmes have announced a Spring tour – performing their ground-breaking, debut, self-titled album, and their sophomore release, Hallowed Ground, from cover to cover during a limited run of shows – coming to Beak and Skiff on Aug. 17.

      violent femmes

      During these unprecedented performances, the Violent Femmes will start the show by playing their second album, Hallowed Ground, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024, in its entirety. Following a brief intermission, the band will retake the stage and play their debut record, Violent Femmes, from cover to cover and a few fans- and band-favorites to finish the show.

      Serving as a sonic time capsule for the soul, these special shows will capture a pivotal moment in music as Femmes’ lead vocalist and guitarist Gordon Gano wrote the songs for both albums while in high school. The tracks for Hallowed Ground were made long before the release of Violent Femmes however the band wanted to focus on upbeat songs for the debut album and “confuse people” with the more experimental songs on Hallowed Ground. 

      The result was two unique releases that showcased very different sides of the Violent Femmes. Their eponymous record amplified teenage angst and alienation in the 1980s with such songs as “Kiss Off,” “Add It Up,” and “Gone Daddy Gone.” The mostly autobiographical album would later embody some of the most relatable and enduring anthems of youth – now having sold three million copies worldwide and is still in rotation on today’s top rock stations. Today, it stands as a pillar of an American underground movement and one of the best early examples of alternative rock. 

      violent femmes
      Photo by Mike Benson.

      Hallowed Ground incorporated elements of country, gospel, and blues and was a surprise to many critics and fans who were expecting another collection of teen-rage punk songs. They received an eclectic piece of art that fused different genres, sounds, and imagery. Songs like the bold and bluesy “Sweet Misery Blues” and the banjo-fueled “Country Death Song” proved that the Femmes are true to themselves, and stands as a tribute to their resilience, bravery, and unwavering indifference to the scrutiny of the industry. 40 years later, Hallowed Ground continues to mystify and excite listeners.

      For the remainder of the ’90s, Violent Femmes continued to record new material. Since then, the band has released ten studio albums including their most recent Hotel Last Resort (2019). Today, Violent Femmes continue to resonate with audiences of all ages.

      Upon the band’s 40th anniversary, Pitchfork wrote that “The Femmes don’t signify an era so much as a time of life,” adding that “for young people growing up in the internet age” their music “is part of a shared language.”

      For more information and to purchase tickets, visit here.

      Violent Femmes Tour Dates:

      Dates subject to change. 

      May 1               The Warfield                                         San Francisco, CA

      May 3               The Cuthbert Amphitheater                    Eugene, OR

      May 4               Commodore Ballroom                           Vancouver, BC

      May 5               Commodore Ballroom                           Vancouver, BC

      May 7               MacEwan Hall                                       Calgary, AB

      May 8               Winspear Centre                                   Edmonton, AB

      May 10             Burton Cummings Theatre                     Winnipeg, MAN

      May 11             Outdoors @ Fargo Brewing                   Fargo, ND

      May 12             The Palace                                           St. Paul, MN 

      May 14             Val Air Ballroom                                    Des Moines, IA

      May 15             Peoria Civic Center                               Peoria, IL

      May 16             Murat Theatre at Old National Centre     Indianapolis, IN 

      May 17             Riverfront Live                                       Cincinnati, OH 

      May 18             Masonic Cathedral Theatre                   Detroit, MI 

      June 20            Kresge Auditorium                                Interlochen, MI

      June 21            Ravina                                                  Chicago, IL

      June 22            Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion             Columbus, OH

      August 14        The Pines Theater                                Northampton, MA

      August 17 Beak and Skiff Lafayette, NY

    • SWV & Xscape To Headline The Queens Of R&B Tour With Mya, Total & 702, Featuring 3 Stops in NY

      Some of the biggest names of R&B‘s golden era will be coming to a city near you as SWV and Xscape announce The Queens of R&B Tour alongside fellow golden era stapes in Mya, Total and 702. Following a social media teaser that ignited fervent excitement among fans, the legendary songstresses are will be teaming up for a nearly two-month, nationwide expedition stopping in 30 different cities, including 3 stops in New York.

      SVW and Xscape Headline The Queens of R&B Tour With Mya, Total & 702
      The Queens of R&B Tour will be a celebration of the genre’s golden age

      Produced by Mona Scott Young’s Monami Entertainment and Live Nation and represented by Seth Shomes through Day After Day Productions (DADP), The Queens of R&B Tour will highlight some of the biggest names from R&B’s golden age whose work also serves as the soundtrack for the oft-romanticized decade.

      To announce this HERstorical tour during Women’s History Month means everything. It speaks to the power of our ability as women to overcome adversity and emerge triumphant. 702, Total, Mýa, SWV, and Xscape have all weathered storms and are still here and better than ever! We are so excited to bring the fans an incredible and undeniable performance experience that truly celebrates R&B music. 

      – Mona Scott-Young

      Furthermore, the Queens of R&B Tour will circle New York three times, beginning with a July 24 performance at Madison Square Garden. The tour returns 9 days later with a stop in Syracuse’s Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview. Additionally, they conclude their east-coast trek with an August 6 performance at Darien Lake Amphitheater in Darien Center, NY.

      The Queens of R&B Tour will consist of 30-shows.
      The Queens of R&B tour will consist of 30 shows.

      Moreover, fans have rejoiced on X (formerly known as Twitter) with this latest tour announcement. After all, with songs like SWV’s “Right Here,” Xscape’s “Just Kicking’ It,” Mya’s “Best of Me (part 2),” Total’s “Kissing’ You,” and 702’s “Get It Together” R&B history will be reenacted with one era-defining record after another. Tickets for this monumental event are available on Ticketmaster’s official website.

      THE QUEENS OF R&B TOUR DATES:

      Thu Jun 27 – Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord  

      Sat Jun 29 – Las Vegas, NV – Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino  

      Tue Jul 02 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre  

      Wed Jul 03 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater  

      Fri Jul 05 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion  

      Sat Jul 06 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman  

      Tue Jul 09 – North Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena  

      Wed Jul 10 – Birmingham, AL – Legacy Arena at The BJCC  

      Fri Jul 12 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place  

      Sat Jul 13 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre  

      Sun Jul 14 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre 

      Tue Jul 16 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre  

      Wed Jul 17 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion  

      Fri Jul 19 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena*  

      Sat Jul 20 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park  

      Sun Jul 21 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach  

      Wed Jul 24 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden  

      Thu Jul 25 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center  

      Fri Jul 26 – Boston, MA – TD Garden  

      Sat Jul 27 – Atlantic City, NJ – Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall

      Fri Aug 02 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater  

      Sat Aug 03 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview  

      Sun Aug 04 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena  

      Tue Aug 06 – Buffalo, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater  

      Fri Aug 09 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena  

      Sat Aug 10 – Cleveland, OH – Blossom Music Center  

      Sun Aug 11 – Chicago, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre  

      Tue Aug 13 – St. Louis, MO – Chaifetz Arena  

      Wed Aug 14 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center  

      Sun Aug 18 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum  

      *Without Mýa

    • Crossroads Collective Show at Lost Horizon Supports Free Music Lessons for Inner City Kids on April 6

      On April 6th, Crossroads Collective is hosting a fundraiser at The Lost Horizon with performances by Japanese Psych-Rock Band TEKE :: TEKE, and Syracuse’s own, GUNK! A masterful alternative prog-rock ensemble.

      This meaningful fundraiser highlights great music and the inspiring work done by the Crossroads Collective and the Let’s Play program.

      Crossroads Collective is a student-led organization that bridges the gap between Syracuse University and the local Syracuse community. Through their partnership with the Arthouse Collective, they organize music lessons, workshops, open mics, and performances within the area to foster a supportive and creative environment open to everyone.

      Proceeds from the show will go to supporting the Let’s Play program. Currently, SU students are teaching a variety of free music lessons for inner city kids in local libraries and youth centers. Money raised from this event will go to supporting these lessons.

      For more info and tickets, click here.

      Crossroads Collective

    • Annie in the Water Road to Totality Tour Leads to Whiteface on April 8

      With solar eclipse events and preparations underway from Buffalo to Plattsburgh, one New York band, Annie in the Water, has been on a two-month long journey that will find the group performing during the totality on April 8.

      Annie in the water

      Annie in the Water have been on a ‘Road to Totality’ tour since January, with stops around the Northeast, as well as a trip to Colorado for shows in Denver, Golden and Breckenridge. The longevity of the group and perseverance that led them to their current lineup and performance schedule has been noted by longtime fans, as well as new fans they’ve picked up along the way.

      Following the Colorado shows, Annie in the Water returned back to New York for shows in Rochester and Syracuse, but a performance at Lark Hall was cancelled due to the snow storm over March 23-24. That show is now rescheduled for Friday, April 5, and making for a 4-show run that will catch the band playing in Sackets Harbor on April 6, where the duo of Brad Hester and Michael Lashomb first performed together. They then head south to Woods Valley Ski Area near Rome on April 7, then head north again towards the High Peaks, for a show on April 8 at Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington.

      Annie in the Water Eclipse

      When asked about playing during the totality of the solar eclipse, Matt Richards (keys/vocals) shared:

      “Just as the eclipse reaches totality, I think myself and as a band will also reach a transient feeling of completeness. The hard work of scheduling, preparing for, and performing the tour will be complete. But just like the eclipse, that moment and feeling won’t last long and it will be onto the next phase for myself, the band, the moon, and the sun.”

      After respite in April, the band will hit four music festivals in the first half of the summer, performing at Shakori Hills in North Carolina, Memorial Meltdown in Lake George, Sterling Stage Folkfest in Sterling, NY and Northlands Festival in New Hampshire in June. They’ll also be part of Twin Ponds Campground ‘3rd Thursday’ concert series this summer, where Backwoods Pondfest was held for many years, in Peru, NY.

    • Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra To Presents “Roman Holiday” This Spring 

      The Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra has announced a “Roman Holiday” concert at the Broome County Forum Theatre in Binghamton on April 6.

      On Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 7:30pm, the Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra will presents the final concert of its 2023-2024 M&T Symphonic Series with “Roman Holiday,” a crowd-pleasing program exploring musical depictions of the countries of the Mediterranean.

      Led by Maestro Daniel Hege, the Philharmonic will perform Tchaikovsky’s brilliant showpiece Capriccio Italien; “Fandangos,” by living Puerto Rican composer and Cornell professor Roberto Sierra, bringing a distinctly Latin-American twist to 18th-century Spanish dances; and Ottorino Respighi’s uplifting and atmospheric The Pines of Rome, a symphonic tone poem that takes audiences on a sonic tour of the Eternal City. 

      In addition, the orchestra will also be presenting two free community events in conjunction with “Roman Holiday”. On April 4, Forum Theatre will host a Family Symphony Session, “Fandango!” a free family-friendly chat about how European, African, and Indigenous traditions joined to create Caribbean music. And on April 6, the Forum Theatre will host a Pre-concert chat, “Music and Politics: The Case of Ottorino Respighi,” with Dr. Julia Grella O’Connell, Director of Education and Community Engagement.

      The Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra was established in 1955 at the Binghamton Symphony and Choral Society by Fritz and Marianne Wallenberg. It later merged with the B.C. Pops, an orchestra established by Russell Hawkes and David Agard, and now hosts an annual series of chamber, classical, and pop music concerts in Downtown Binghamton and throughout Broome County. The Philharmonic’s professional musicians are from the Southern Tier, New York City, and the surrounding states. They are represented by Local 380 of the American Federation of Musicians. In 2018, Maestro Daniel Hege was named their Music Director.

      Tickets are $25 to $65, while kids 17 and under attend free. For more information, fans can contact the Binghamton Philharmonic Box Office at 607-723-3931 or visit www.binghamtonphilharmonic.org.

    • “Abducted by the 80s Tour” Hits Syracuse and Elmira this Summer

      The Abducted by the 80s Tour is set to groove audiences and feature prominent hitmakers from the 1980s. These hitmakers include Wang Chung, Men Without Hats, The Motels, and Naked Eyes.

      Abducted by the 80s

      The featured acts have joined forces to create a musical extravaganza that transports audiences to the heart of the 80s. The neon-soaked, synth-driven decade is worshipped by the upcoming launch of the Abducted by the 80s Tour. This tour is all about those classic, nostalgic pop, rock, and new wave hits of the 80s.

      Wang Chung, Men Without Hats, The Motels, and Naked Eyes prepare to bring various hits like, “Everybody Have Fun Tonight,” “Dance Hall Days,” “Promises Promises,” and many more. Together, the artists have dozens of Billboard Top 100 hits, which they plan to unleash upon the audience for the month-long extravaganza.

      Abducted by the 80s
      Wang Chung

      The tour sees a stop at Sharkey’s Event Center in Syracuse on June 14. The Abducted by the 80s tour also stops at Elmira First Arena in Elmira, NY on June 15. The tour 17-date tour begins May 17 and wraps up June 25. Get ready to dance, sing along, and relive the magic of the 80s with this unforgettable music tour.

      The Motels

      Abducted by the 80s Tour Dates:

      WC = Wang Chung / NE = Naked Eyes / MWH = Men Without Hats

      Friday 5/17/2024 –
      Kyle, TX  The Railhouse       
      WC, Motels, NE

      Saturday 5/18/2024 –
      Katy, TX  Wildcatter Saloon       
      WC, Motels, NE

      Sunday 5/19/2024 –
      Dallas, TX  House of Blues       
      WC, Motels, NE

      Thursday 5/23/2024 –
      St Louis, MO  City Winery      
      WC

      Friday 5/24/2024 –
      Oak Grove, KY  Oak Grove      
      WC, MWH, NE, Animotion

      Saturday 5/25/2024  –
      Louisville KY  Mercury Ballroom      
      WC, NE

      Thursday 6/6/2024 –
      Marion, IL  Marion CCC       
      WC, MWH, Motels, NE

      Friday 6/7/2024 –
      Des Plaines, IL  Des Plaines Theatre     
      WC, MWH, Motels, NE

      Saturday 6/8/2024  –
      Decatur, IL  Devon Lakeshore Amp     
      WC, MWH, Motels, NE

      Sunday 6/9/2024 –
      Fort Wayne, IN The Clyde Theater
      WC, MWH, NE

      Thursday 6/13/2024 –
      Morristown, NJ  Mayo Performing Arts Center   
      WC, Motels, NE

      Friday 6/14/2024 –
      Syracuse, NY  Sharkey’s      
      WC, Motels, NE

      Saturday 6/15/2024 –
      Elmira, NY  First Arena       
      WC, Motels, NE

      Saturday 6/16/2024 –
      Hampton, NH  Bennie’s
      WC, Motels, NE

      Friday 6/21/2024-
      Jacksonville, FL  Florida Theatre      
      WC, MWH, Motels, NE

      Saturday 6/22/2024 –
      Clearwater, FL  Ruth Eckerd Hall      
      WC, MWH, Motels, NE

      Sunday 6/23/2024 –
      Ft Lauderdale, FL  Broward Center     
      WC, MWH, Motels, NE

      “For our brand-new tour this Spring, we have put together a group of acts that fit together musically, thematically, and harmoniously. We wanted to create a night of big hits, big songs from your favorite movies and numerous TV shows, plus a few deeper cuts too. So come along and see us, get Abducted by the 80s, and have some FUN TONIGHT as you relive that magical decade!”

      Wang Chung’s Nick Feldman

      The Abducted by the 80s Tour continues to add more dates to the event, so make sure you stay up to date on any new additions. For more information on the tour and to purchase tickets, click here.

    • In Focus: Samantha Fish Brings Bulletproof Tour to Westcott Theater in Syracuse

      On an otherwise cold and snowy day, things heated up quickly inside the Westcott Theater on Saturday, as blues rock icon Samantha Fish brought her Bulletproof Tour to Syracuse, with JD Simo served up as the opening act this evening.

      Fish, 35, has been a major player on the modern blues-rock scene since launching on to the circuit in 2009.  The Kansas City native has become a favorite in the Central New York area, headlining several shows in the area over the last fifteen years.  Fish most-notably served as direct support for Buddy Guy at the 2023 New York State Blues Festival, which took place in Syracuse last summer. (Get the scoop on the 2024 lineup here!)

      The evening started with a set by blues guitarist, JD Simo, who gifted the early arriving crowd to a set that showcased his diverse style.  Showcasing himself as more than just dabbling in blues rock, Simo’s 40-minute set also displayed elements of jazz and psychedelic rock, while performing tracks such as “Mortgage My Soul” off of his 2022 release Songs From the House of Grease.  

      After a brief set change over, Samantha Fish took to the stage.  Armed with her signature cigar-box guitar and flanked by her bandmates, Fish launched in to the high energy “Bulletproof”.   Fish paced the stage and took turns showcasing her guitar skills for those on each side of the theater.  “The jewelry is coming off!” Fish proclaimed early in the set, hinting to the audience there was much more guitar prowess to come this evening.  

      Fish dazzled the crowd with her diverse musical catalog. Late in the set, Fish donned an acoustic guitar for three songs (two of which featured Fish on stage, solo). Certainly there are instances in the concert world where this would remove the energy from the venue, however this was not the case on this evening. Fish maintained captive hold of the audience all the while.

      After a near 90-minute set, Fish and her bandmates would return to the stage with opener JD Simo.  “Let’s party for one more song” Fish would announce, before launching in to “Bitch on the Run”.  Fish and Simo would trade guitar solos through out the track while the packed theater took their last opportunity to dance about. Soon the show would be over and the packed theater would spill back out in to the cold Syracuse air.    

    • My Morning Jacket, Nathaniel Rateliff And The Night Sweats Announce “Eye to Eye Tour” Stopping In Syracuse

      Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats and My Morning Jacket are set to co-headline their “Eye to Eye Tour.” On September 24, this tour will stop in Syracuse at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview.

      My Morning Jacket is hailed by The New York Times as “the kings of expand-your-mind, religious-experience rock”. The group started out as misfits from the South and have since grown to become one of the most beloved bands of their generation. Additionally, they continue to excite audiences all over the world with their hypnotic songcraft and dynamic live performances.

      Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, born from Denver rock clubs, have grown to be a major force in modern rock ‘n’ roll. With platinum and gold-certified records under their belt, they successfully combine critically acclaimed records with high-energy live performances.

      However, it’s not just about the music—Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, My Morning Jacket, and the nonprofit REVERB are collaborating to address the climate crisis and reduce the environmental impact of their tour. Fans can enjoy a fun-filled evening of dancing while contributing to a worthy cause. Check out reverb.org for more information.

      Moreover, the “Eye to Eye Tour” provides a dynamic experience by having both bands play equal-length sets, switching up the order of performance at each show. Lose yourself in the music at the “Eye to Eye Tour” this September in Syracuse.

      The ticket sale begins at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 29.

      Tickets are available at www.eyetoeyetour.com for the general on-sale.

      My Morning Jacket // Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats “Eye to Eye Tour” September 2024

      10 – Wilmington, NC – Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park

      12 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium

      13 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion

      14 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

      16 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place

      18 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheater

      19 – Nashville, TN – Ascend Amphitheater

      24 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview

      26 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann

      27 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion

      28 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3PciCWIGLE

    • Syracuse Jazz Festival 2024 Lineup Announced

      The Syracuse Jazz Festival 2024 lineup has been announced, returning from June 26-30, 2024 with headliners Kenny G, The O’Jays, The Mavericks, and more.

      Syracuse Jazz Festival 2024

      Syracuse Jazz Fest is an annual four-day free admission jazz festival staged outdoors in downtown Syracuse at historic Clinton Square Park and indoors on opening night at various clubs, bars, restaurants, and hotels in Armory Square, Havorver Square, and the Downtown Entertainment District.

      The festival kicks off on June 26 from 5-10 p.m. Artists include Marissa Mulder & Jon Weber, Joe Magnarelli Organ Band featuring Akiko Tsuruga, Tish Oney’s Salute to Sarah Vaughan, Wayne Tucker & The Bad Motha’s, Avenue, Sam Wynn’s All-Star Tribute To Donny Hathaway, and so many more.

      Thursday, June 27 brings icons to the historic Clinton Square Park, including The Mavericks from 9:30-11 p.m., an Americana music band that originated in the late 1980s in Miami, Florida. The core band today consists of Cuban-American Raul Malo (lead vocals, bass guitar), Paul Deakin (drums), Eddie Perez (lead guitar), and Jerry Dale McFadden (keyboards).

      Other artists that day include McKinley James, the Catherine Russel Band, Bill O’Connell’s Latin Jazz All-Stars, and The Katz Pajamas Jazz Band.

      The Syracuse Jazz Festival 2024 continues on Friday, June 28 with the SU Student Jazz Combo Orange Juice from 4-4:45 p.m. Other acts include Jane Bunnett & Maqueque, Freda Payne Big Band, Gunhild Carling Big Band, and headliner Kenny G from 9:25-11 p.m.

      Kenny G is a living legend and iconic American jazz saxophonist, composer, and producer, and one of the best-selling artists of all time, with global sales totaling more than 75 million records. He is making his third headline appearance at the festival, where he delighted audiences with back-to-back performances in 2012 on the OCC Campus, and in 2013 at the 30th Anniversary edition staged at Jamesville Beach State Park.

      The final day begins with the SU Faculty Jazz Ensemble starting at 5 p.m. Other artists include the James Carter Quintet, Gino Vanneli, and headliners The O’Jays. They are an American R&B group from Canton, Ohio, formed in the Summer of 1958 – originally consisting of Eddie Levert, Walter Lee Williams, William Powell, Bobby Massey, and Bill Isles. The O’Jays made their first chart appearance with the “Lonely Drifter” in 1963, and their greatest level of success once the producers Gamble & Huff signed them to their Philadelphia International label in 1972. In 2024, after 66 years of recording, touring, and performing globally, the O’Jays are making The Last Stop on the Love Train.

      For more information about Syracuse Jazz Festival 2024, visit here.

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