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Gary Bartz on his journey toward musical unity 


Saxophonist and composer Gary Bartz has had a storied career. From his beginnings as a sideman for jazz greats like Art Blakey, Abbey Lincoln and Miles Davis, to leading his own group, NTU Troop, he has been a major figure in jazz history — a fact that was recognized in grand fashion last year, when…




What’s on the Calendar

Sunday, June 22

Blues Alley – Georgetown/Dupont Circle

Jeremy Pelt

Jeremy Pelt is a strong post-bop trumpeter who balances force with a lyrical sensibility. Long a respected bandleader on the New York scene, he’s also garnered praise for his Griot book series, compiling his interviews with other Black musicians about…



Kokayi’s adventures in ‘spontaneous composition’


Kokayi is a multi-discipline creative force who launched from D.C. and has touched the world in many ways over a lengthy career. From his start as an underground hip-hop destroyer of microphones, his roles expanded to include bandleader, producer, visual artist and — increasingly — in-demand collaborator in the wide world of jazz. As an…