Carnegie Hall Presents

The Shape of Jazz

From New Orleans to Brazil, Puerto Rico, and Vienna, this popular series charts a course through jazz traditions on an international scale.These unmatched performances pay tribute to legends of the genre as well as showcase emerging talents who are translating the art form for the 21st century.Doors open one hour early for Late Nights at Zankel Hall, the next generation in the popular tradition of social clubs and cabaret spaces where you can enjoy a pre-concert drink or snack.

Series Events

Saturday, October 12, 2013 | 9 PM
Jon Batiste and Stay Human
Zankel Hall

Performers

  • Jon Batiste, Piano
    Stay Human

Program

Equally at home performing in a second line on the streets of New Orleans as in renowned concert halls around the world, Jon Batiste puts his virtuosic piano chops to work with his clever use of the harmonaboard in energetic performances with his band Stay Human.

This concert is part of Late Nights at Zankel Hall.
"Kindergarten"
Jon Batiste, Piano
Saturday, December 7, 2013 | 9:30 PM
Miguel Zenón
Identities are Changeable: Tales from the Diaspora
Zankel Hall

Performers

  • Miguel Zenón, Alto Saxophone

Program

One of the most groundbreaking saxophonists of his generation, Miguel Zenón represents a select group of musicians who have masterfully balanced innovation and tradition. The MacArthur Fellow and Grammy nominee perfectly blends Latin American folkloric music and jazz to create an entirely new musical language for the 21st century. The Puerto Rican–born alto saxophonist makes comes to Carnegie Hall with a unique multimedia tribute to his spirited homeland.

This concert is part of Late Nights at Zankel Hall.
"Jugete"
Miguel Zenón, Saxophone
Marsalis Music
Saturday, March 8, 2014 | 9:30 PM
Zawinul Legacy Band
Zankel Hall

Performers

  • Zawinul Legacy Band

Program

Viennese jazz artist Josef Erich “Joe” Zawinul combined traditional jazz with elements of rock and world music. Comprising alums from several of his musical projects, the Zawinul Legacy Band unites to honor this pioneering jazz keyboardist and composer.

This concert is part of Late Nights at Zankel Hall.
Saturday, April 5, 2014 | 9:30 PM
Trio da Paz
The Music of Antônio Carlos Jobim and Stan Getz
Zankel Hall

Performers

  • Trio da Paz
    ·· Romero Lubambo, Guitar
    ·· Nilson Matta, Bass
    ·· Duduka da Fonseca, Drums

    with
    Harry Allen, Tenor Saxophone
    Joe Locke, Vibraphone
    Maucha Adnet, Vocals

Program

Featuring three of Brazil's most in-demand musicians, Trio da Paz redefines Brazilian jazz with its harmonically adventurous interactions, daring improvisations, and dazzling rhythms. Joined by tenor saxophonist Harry Allen, vibraphonist Joe Locke, and vocalist Maucha Adnet, the group brings its infectious spirit to Carnegie Hall for a program that features the works of famed Brazilian composer Antônio Carlos Jobim and American tenor saxophone giant Stan Getz.

This concert is part of Late Nights at Zankel Hall.
"Copacabana"
Trio da Paz | Joe Locke, Vibraphone
Max Jazz Records

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