When it comes to live music offerings, Caramoor’s summer season is about as robust as they come. Year after year, the center’s open-air venues, each with their own distinct vibe, breathe air into the busy lives of Westchester commuters and residents. The Spanish Courtyard frames the Italianate architecture of the…
The holidays are upon us, so the ArtsNews team rounded up its top Holiday Arts Picks from a long list of festive offerings. For more arts events, flip to the calendar section on page A30 and sign up for ArtsWestchester’s weekly Top 5 Arts Picks newsletter. Holiday Film Screenings: 12/4: The Polar…
Hudson Stage Company’s Last Play Makes Its Way to Off-Broadway In the spring of this year, Hudson Stage Company debuted the world premiere of OFF PEAK, its final play after 24 years in Westchester. Now the play, which was commissioned by the company, will make its way to Off-Broadway…
Who are the John Coltranes, Miles Davises and Dave Brubecks of tomorrow? One might find them in a new teen jazz ensemble offered by Jazz Forum Arts in Tarrytown beginning in February. Students in grades 5-12 will learn swing, bebop, fusion and other jazz styles from drummer and percussionist Ron…
by Michelle Falkenstein Born in Denpasar, Bali to a family of modest means, Joey Alexander became intrigued by his parents’ classic jazz albums at age six. But the young boy was more than a passive listener, playing along on his miniature electric keyboard aided by his preternaturally gifted ear. His…
by Mary Alice Franklin, ArtsNews Editor ArtsNews spoke with representatives from six Westchester performance venues, and all made one thing clear: the pandemic has been an arduous journey, but they’re excited to welcome guests back. They also have new robust seasons planned for the fall. Now it’s up to the…
The annual JazzFest White Plains festival is back with a stellar lineup of free and affordable in-person programs. For its eleventh year, the festival remains true to its roots, presenting jazz from an outstanding roster that features musicians of local and national significance. On September 14-18, some of today’s most…
by Alyssa Monte Saxophonist Grace Kelly is altering traditional ideas of jazz music while making notable strides in her genre. Performing in over 30 countries, recording thirteen albums, and being a member of the house band for Late Night Show with Stephen Colbert are only a handful of her accomplishments…
Music in the Air is a directory of free and affordable (under $20) outdoor cultural events taking place in the County between July and September. For a full list of these concerts, visit: artsw.org/musicintheair. by Katherine Doherty Hudson River Museum (HRM) welcomes back audiences for the tenth season of its…
Music in the Air is a directory of free and affordable (under $20) outdoor cultural events taking place in the County between July and September. For a full list of these concerts, visit: artsw.org/musicintheair. An array of vibrant music will flow through the heart of downtown New Rochelle this summer…
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