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WAHI Jazz Festival: The Chidi Trio

The 7th Annual Washington Heights Jazz Festival presents
The Chidi Trio
www.jazzwahi.org/jazz-fest
Hailing from Nigeria and now making waves in the vibrant music scene of New York City, Chidiebere Joseph Emmanuel is a percussionist whose beats resonate with cultural depth and artistic finesse. Under the tutelage of two esteemed Nigerian jazz icons, drummer Adewale Adeyemi, and bass player Bright Gain, Emmanuel honed his craft, gracing stages including the prestigious Lagos International Jazz Festival.
Emmanuel’s musical journey led him to Idaho State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Music degree in Commercial Music, broadening his horizons and enriching his repertoire. Immersed in the dynamic arts community, he served on the Board of the Pocatello Arts Council, nurturing his passion for both performance and advocacy.
After deepening his understanding of jazz at New York University, where he earned a Master of Music degree in jazz studies under the mentorship of acclaimed drummer Ari Hoenig, Emmanuel continues to blend traditional rhythms with contemporary flair in every performance.
Chidiebere Emmanuel is proudly sponsored by Canopus Drums, Bosphorus Cymbals, and Salyers Percussion Drumsticks.
Chidiebere Joseph Emmanuel, drums
Warren Louis, bass
Daniel Gonzalez, guitar

Highbridge Park: Halloween Silent Disco

Halloween Silent Disco

Thursday, October 31, 2024
4:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.

Come to Highbridge Recreation Center to dress up in your best costume and dance the evening away to new and classic hits. Prizes will be given away for the most creative costume.

Instructor: Camille Pottinger

Location

Multi-Use Room in Highbridge Recreation Center

Accessible
2301 Amsterdam Avenue
Manhattan

Directions to this location

 

Cost

Free

Isham Park: Inwood Pumpkin Pageant

Inwood Pumpkin Pageant – 5-8 pm – Isham Park. Don’t throw out that old jack-o-lantern, bring it to the 10th Annual Pumpkin Pageant! Whether fresh or gently rotted, drop off your ghoulish gourd along the paths of Isham Park before or during the event for a grand community display. Free tickets will be handed out to vote for your favorite designs, and the judges will award the Blue Ribbons at 7 pm. After the event all pumpkins will be smashed up and binned for composting at NYRP and Riverside Park. (Volunteers still needed, please email inwoodpumpkin@gmail.com if you can help!!)