Jazz WaHi Vocal Series: Kaushik Viswanath
“When Kaushik takes the mic, expect the unexpected!” Big Apple
Vocal Series presents some of New York City’s finest jazz singers in an intimate club setting.
Le Cheile is a listening room that seats 40 people. Food and drinks served. Doors open at 7 pm. . One set only at 7:30 – 8:30, followed by a Vocal Jam until 10:00pm. Singers must attend the featured set to participate in the jam. Priority given to singers with reservations to the show.am.
With Tony Romano, guitar, and Yoshi Waki, bass.
The Jazz WaHi Vocal Series presents some of New York City’s finest jazz singers in an intimate club setting, followed by a Vocal Jam! The series happens on the first Monday of every month.
The Vocal Series was created in 2016 with the addition of the Vocal Jam in 2022. During this time it has evolved into a vibrant gathering of singers and Washington Heights residents creating a space for jazz singers and lovers of jazz vocal music.
Le Cheile is a listening room that seats 40 people. Food and drinks served. Doors open at 7 pm. Just a hop, skip, and jump from the A train. One set only at 7:30. Vocal Jazz Jam to follow. Singers must attend the featured set to be invited to sing at the Jazz Jam.
Please note: if the first Monday falls on a holiday, schedules may change.
Jazz WaHi Vocal Series
Marcus Goldhaber with Pete McCann, guitar, and Tom Hubbard, bass.
“Goldhaber will have you giddy one moment and melancholy the next and loving every note.”- PEOPLE Magazine
Singers must attend the featured set to participate in the jam. Priority given to singers with reservations to the show. Make a tax-deductible donation in any amount (suggested donation $15) to reserve. Please indicate that your donation is for the Vocal Series
Saturday, November 2:
11:00 am. Louise Rogers’ Jazzy for Kids, Jazz for Young Children aged 2-6 and their families.
1:00. Noah Bless & Latin Soul Party. Supported by a Creative Engagment Grant from the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council.
2:15. The Chidi Trio.
3:30. Shareef Clayton & Friends.
4:45. The Steve Slagle Quartet.
6:00. The Manuel Valera Trio.
7:30. Meg Okura: Reharmonizing Identity. Jazz Composition Competition 2024 winner.
8:50. Vanisha Gould.
10:10. Rachel Therrien’s Latin Jazz Project.
The 7th Annual Washington Heights Jazz Festival 2024 is a four-day event highlighting the best jazz that NYC and Upper Manhattan have to offer! Sixteen bands – over 60 musicians – will perform in various venues around the neighborhood, reflecting the musical and cultural diversity that is Washington Heights.
Click here to purchase a full-day Saturday pass, only $50 (limited availability).
