Join Us For Jazz Night!
Friday, May 19, 2023, 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
126 St Felix St, Brooklyn, NY 11217
We're deep into jazz. You dig?
Are you ready to get your jazz on? Look no further than Brooklyn Music School's Jazz Night! You might just sense the influence of some of the most famous jazz musicians who have called this community and Fort Greene home. Back in the 80s and 90s, Fort Greene was a cultural hub for experimental musicians and artists to collaborate and gain inspiration from one another. Jazz clubs were aplenty during that time, providing a platform for artists to perfect their craft.
Today, we continue this tradition with the new BMS event Jazz Night, which features performances that pay tribute to Fort Greene's rich jazz history.
You'll be in good company because some of the greats lived right here on St. Felix Street. Iconic musicians such as Betty Carter, a jazz vocalist recognized for her unique vocal style, used to live across the street from the school and had long supported BMS. Gary Bartz, a two-time Grammy Award-winning musician, used to live on St Felix's next block. Bill Lee, a jazz bassist who composed music for films such as She's Gotta Have It and Do the Right Thing, still lives in the greater Fort Greene neighborhood. Cecil Taylor, a pioneer of "free jazz," lived around the corner on Fort Greene Place until his death in 2018. He was always in the neighborhood, ready to talk music. And, Henry Threadgill, similarly pushed the boundaries of the genre, incorporating everything from avant-garde classical music to African and Indian rhythms, was also once a resident.
We take great pride in our small corner of Brooklyn and so if you’re looking for some great jazz, we promise Jazz Night will not disappoint. Prepare to tap your feet and move along to BMS student ensembles of all ages; this is one night you won't want to miss.
