Jazz Wahi’s Washington Heights Jazz Festival
Festival performers jamming with the Jazz WaHi Quartet
Sponsored by Mark Loehrke and Judy Johnson
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Washington Heights Jazz Festival: Marc Daine’s Django Nouveau
Jazz Wahi’s Washington Heights Jazz Festival
Marc Daine’s Django Nouveau
Featuring Rob Thomas, Jazz Manouche and beyond
Jazz WaHi: La Orquesta Esa Washington Heights Jazz Festival Kickoff
FESTIVAL KICKOFF PARTY!
LA ORQUESTA ESA, the Afro-Latin Mambo ensemble electrifying New York City with its explosive sound and magnetic stage presence. Under the direction of vocalist and trombonist GINITA, the orchestra brings together a handpicked collective of exceptional New York musicians whose artistry, precision, and individuality make every performance unforgettable. Their dynamic interplay bridges Mambo’s golden-era swagger with the improvisational fire of Jazz, drawing in dancers, listeners, and music lovers from every corner of the city.
Inspired by her Honduran-Ecuadorian roots—two countries rich with musical lineage and history—and supported by Lincoln Center, GINITA launched LA ORQUESTA ESA in 2024 and quickly became a stable sound of the NYC latin-jazz scene.
Since its inception, the group has become known for its striking interpretations and inventive arrangements of classic tropical styles including Salsa, Bolero, Cha Cha Cha, Tango, and Cumbia. With deep respect for the legends and a fearless commitment to innovation, LA ORQUESTA ESA offers a sound that is both timeless and boldly new—an orchestra honoring tradition while reshaping the future of Latin music with original compositions at the pen of GINITA.
Doors 6:00 PM | Show 6:30 PM | Grand Foyer PLEASE RSVP
Cabrini Shrine: Maxim Anikushin, piano
Award-winning pianist Maxim Anikushin returns with a program of classical music.
He will play works by J.S. Bach, Schubert, Chopin and more.
Inwood Art Works: Día de Muertos Concert
Stage Works presents:
Día de Muertos Concert – A Celebration of Life and Remembrance
Featuring Carla López-Speziale – Mezzosoprano, and Nilko Andreas, guitarist.
Join us for a celebration of music honoring the Day of the Dead, a cherished tradition that invites us to remember and celebrate the lives of those who have departed.
This program brings together music inspired by remembrance, love, and the enduring connection between the living and those who came before us. Among the works featured is the iconic “La Llorona,” a song deeply rooted in Mexican tradition and familiar to many through the acclaimed Disney film Coco.
The evening also explores a rich tapestry of music from Mexico, Latin America, and beyond, featuring works by María Grever, Macedonio Alcalá, César Portillo de la Luz, Joaquín Rodrigo, and other celebrated composers.
We invite you to share in this musical journey of remembrance, celebrating the beauty of life, the power of memory, and the enduring presence of those we hold dear.