Multiverse Big Band Live
Multi-Grammy nominated Bobby Sanabria MULTIVERSE Big Band pays tribute to Puerto Rico. In celebration of the 62nd National Puerto Rican Day Parade.
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Palabreando: Spoken Word & Storytelling
A night of spoken word and storytelling with an all languages open mic. Hosted by multi-disciplinary artist Bocafloja. Co-host Lyrical Bliss. Special Guests Kenny Sings and Conrado Muluc. FREE and open to all ages/languages. Contact [email protected] to sign up.
Tribute to James Reese Europe
James Reese Europe is the Army bandleader who is credited with introducing the French to jazz during WWI and U.S. audiences to tango, the first Latin American dance craze in the country. Europe’s music will be performed by the 78th Army Band-Jazz Combo, and a dance performance explaining the roots of tango will be presented […]
What We Bring: New Immigrant Gifts
Recognizing over 50 years of the Hart-Celler Act, which changed immigration quotas in this country, this exhibit curated by City Lore features photographs by Bronx photographer Tom Pich, presenting traditional artists who have made NYC their home and the gifts they have brought with them from their homelands. Music and refreshments provided. Free and open […]
Rock the Bronx
Round Two of our FREE OPEN MIC for all Bronx musicians, singers, and bands! Hosted by Marco Soccoli, music industry legend and former drummer of NYC glamrock band Roxx. Featured band: Morrisania Band Open to ages 13+. OPEN MIC SIGN UP - [email protected] In partnership with The Underground, The Fox & King, Inc., and The […]
Voices of Praise
Join us as we celebrate the music of the Gospel tradition with artists who grew up in the African American and Caribbean Gospel congregations in the Bronx. Featuring Gospel/blues vocalist Monica Meaux Hope and Musical Director Anthony G. Evans. Admission: $7 | $5 for students & seniors | FREE for kids 12 & under + […]
Bronx Sounds: Music & Poetry Festival
Join us as we celebrate the diverse soundscape of the Bronx! Part of WHEDco's Bronx Music @ Melrose event = FREE FUN for all ages!! With music, poetry, and dance by local artists, including: Frank Ocasio Band, Drew Torres Trio, Cumbalaya, Epos Albanian Dance, Ahenemaa Kete, Bangladesh Academy of Fine Arts. Magic show by Omedini […]
Palabreando
BMHC Lab 1303 Louis Nine Blvd, Bronx, NY, United States
Nuevas Voces: New Voices in Latin Jazz
(Bō-hī-ra) bridges the musical traditions from both sides of the Atlantic, delivering a sound that speaks to both jazz and flamenco fans. Pianist Jesús Hernández, singer/flautist Alfonso Cid, bassist Tim Ferguson and drummer Mark Holen generate the band’s uncommon energy, with flamenco rhythms and the harmonic depth of jazz. Admission: $7 | $5 students & […]
The Hidden Legacy of Alegre Records
Before Fania Records, the Bronx had Alegre Records and the Casalegre Record store. Featuring a discussion with musicians Orlando Marin, Bobby Marin, Mike Amadeo, and Chris Rogers, who were part of the Alegre story. Followed by a tribute to the Alegre All-Stars by Oreste "Kidd Ore" Abrantes y Su Orquesta. Co-sponsor: City Lore. Admission: $7 […]