Jazz is a celebration of spontaneity—a genre for visionaries, risk-takers, and rebellious spirits who live in the moment. Nowhere is this spirit more embodied than in Monika Herzig’s Sheroes, an ...

A note to those who feel, not without merit, that popular culture is getting so stiflingly politically correct and even “woke” that it is being strangled to death: In 1989, when I published my book ...

We are thrilled to present this series, not just to showcase the incredible talents of Japan's top female pianists, but also to celebrate the global language of jazz. This series highlights the ...

The proliferation of world-class female jazz instrumentalists has led, rather predictably, to a rise in relationships in which both musicians are elite players. But there’s no power couple quite like ...

The 2025 Savannah Music Festival will feature a diverse lineup of talented women in jazz, reflecting the genre's evolution and inclusivity. These artists, including Lakecia Benjamin, Endea Owens, and ...

Vocal legends like Lena Horne, Billy Holiday and Dorothy Dandridge come to life in a musical theatrical experience opening Saturday at Ashé Powerhouse Theater. "Belle Noire: An Ode To Black ...

For activists, maintaining momentum in the fight for social change sometimes leads to downplaying the victories they’ve attained. Acknowledging progress can feel like permission to ease up on the ...

The Banneker-Douglas Museum, along with Harmony of the Sol, will pay tribute to famous female jazz musicians during Saturday's live performance, "A Tribute to Jazz Legends." The show will combine ...