5 D.C. jazz picks for June 2026
Thundercat, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Fred Frith, Kenny Rittenhouse and more offer standout shows in the District this month.
What’s on the Calendar
Friday, June 5
Yours Cafe – District of Columbia
Herb Scott Duo
Herb Scott is something of a symbol of the modern jazz cat: he can blow on his alto sax with the best of them, capable of burning down the house with Charlie Parker-style rapid-fire phrasing, or can pick up the…Mentioned in past coverage
By John Murph
Corcoran Holt on tough love, spiritual connection and finding the ‘Freedom of Art’
His latest record finds D.C. bass maestro Corcoran Holt at his most mature, exploring themes of transition, mentorship and spirituality.
