Greg Hatza, organ Peter Fraize, saxophone Brian Kooken, guitar Robert Shahid, drums In 1994, Greg met Joey DeFranscesco who told him the Hammond B-3 was enjoying a popular renaissance. He formed the Greg Hatza ORGANization and has been performing and recording on the instrument non-stop since that time. With the trend towards more advanced electronic keyboard and rhythms now, Greg adapted to the trend, switching from the Hammond B-3 to the electric keyboard and piano. In the late sixties, Baltimore was still an organ town and had its share of great players. It was here that Greg really got a chance to hone his jazz organ skills by playing with the best musicians in town. Lenny’s club was a great stopping point for national jazz artists who came to Baltimore to perform. He also met and got to play in jam sessions with such personalities as Kenny Burrell, Groove Holmes, Damita Joe, Philly Joe Jones, Roland Kirk, Les McCann, James Moody, and Sonny Stitt.

Cyrus Chestnut, piano Tim Green, saxophone Obasi Akoto, bass Eric Kennedy, drums A masterful jazz pianist and Baltimore native, Cyrus Chestnut balances his lithe technical skill with a robust, soulful style that speaks to his deep gospel roots and love of swinging hard bop. Raised in the church, he learned how to infuse his swinging, classically trained style with a warm gospel sound, a style that first marked his work as a sideman, backing legendary vocalists Jon Hendricks and Betty Carter, as well as with instrumentalists like Donald Harrison and Wynton Marsalis. Expect a unique and unforgettable show as he takes the stage at Keystone Korner Baltimore. “We could not be more deeply grateful about the deeply swinging and soulful music that Cyrus Chestnut, Tim Green, Obasi Akoto, and Eric Kennedy are sharing with us as they lift our spirits with every note at Keystone Korner Baltimore. This is truly music that makes the heart dance and our souls sing, no matter what the daunting challenges of our time. Eternal gratitude, faith, and enduring love....” - NEA Jazz Master Todd Barkan

A Night of Neo-Soul: The Music of Angie Stone, Goapele, India Arie & Floetry featuring Mia Samone! Singing all your favorites from Angie Stone - “Wish I Didn't Miss You” & “No More Rain (In This Cloud)” Goapele - “Closer” & “First Love” India Arie - “The Truth” & “Video” Floetry - “Say Yes” & “Getting Late” Mia Samone began her musical journey at the tender age of 3, singing alongside her mother in the gospel group The Determinetts. Mia's vocal tone ranges from sweet angelic falsetto to powerful soul-grabbing depths, to a deep, warm mezzo. She honed her craft at the prestigious Baltimore School for the Arts, where she was mentored by the late Nathan Carter. Since then, Mia has traveled extensively, sharing her soulful music both nationally and internationally.

“Cook’s newest record, Not Everyone Can Go, is another kaleidoscopic vignette.” - Downbeat Braxton Cook, saxophone & vocals Mike King, keyboards Paul Reinhold, bass Curtis Nowosad, drums Maryland's own Braxton Cook is an Emmy Award-winning, two time GRAMMY® Award winning, NAACP Image Award-nominated artist, known for his world-class skills as an alto saxophonist, vocalist, songwriter, producer and composer. With a blend of jazz, soul, and alt-R&B, he has carved out a unique, melodic sound that has made him one of the most exciting voices of his generation. A Juilliard-trained, genre-jumping artist whose music feels both contemporary and timeless, Braxton studied saxophone under the renowned Paul Carr. During this time, Braxton was selected as a semi-finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. He has performed on major stages around the world, from Coachella to international jazz festivals, and collaborated with artists like Rihanna, Solange, Christian McBride Big Band, Tom Misch, Christian Scott, Marquis Hill, and Jon Batiste, performing on his soundtrack for Pixar’s Oscar-winning film, Soul. His albums garner critical acclaim from outlets like Billboard, BET, NPR Music, FORBES, and The Washington Post, cementing Braxton as both a "jazz marvel" and a cultural influencer shaping modern music. His newest album, Not Everyone Can Go, drops August 29th. Musically, the album conjures images of bright evening sunshine, when the temperature begins to cool.

Celebrate the most mathematically delicious day of the year at the Maryland Science Center! Pi(e) Day is a celebration of the mathematical constant pi, a number used to calculate the circumference of a circle, and also a celebration of sweet and savory, circular baked treats! Circle up for a well rounded day of endless fun. All activities are included with paid admission and completely free to members or schools visiting on a field trip.

GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter DESTIN CONRAD recently released his alternative jazz album, wHIMSY, which debuted No. 3 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Chart and No. 1 on Apple Music’s Jazz chart. The project highlights DESTIN’s versatility, blending jazz textures with the effortless cool that defines his sound while officially introducing his masculine alter ego, MR. E, wHIMSY fuses tradition with innovation, whimsical textures with a grounded precision, showcasing DESTIN as a multi-dimensional artist, moving seamlessly across genres and sonic landscapes. DESTIN’s debut album, LOVE ON DIGITAL, released earlier last year, marked a defining moment for the rising R&B star while showcasing his instinct for innovation. With a growing body of work and an ever-expanding audience, DESTIN continues to push the boundaries of contemporary music.

Experience an unforgettable evening of modern jazz with saxophonist Langston Hughes II and his Quartet. Rooted in gospel and shaped by the rich traditions of jazz, Langston’s music is a soulful, high-energy journey through sound, storytelling, and spirit. With a style that is both deeply expressive and rhythmically driven, the quartet delivers performances filled with passion, beauty, and joy. Langston Hughes II is an accomplished saxophonist, woodwind doubler, composer, and educator, rapidly emerging as one of the most exciting young voices in jazz today. Langston is also an in-demand woodwind performer on and off Broadway, with recent credits including A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical and Just in Time: The Bobby Darin Story.

Javier Nero Jazz Orchestra "Alkebulan" Album Release with Sean Jones, Lucas Pino & Special Guests! Come out to hear the musical stylings of Javier Nero, trombonists Lucas Pino, Aaron Eckert, Adam Moezinia, and Jake Kraft, saxophonists Sean Jones, Daniel Dickinson, Xavier Perez, Dustin Mollick, and Josh Kauffman, trumpet players Melinda Rose, Chris Burbank, Alec Aldred, Noah Hocker, and Luke Brimhall, vocals by Dan Andrews, guitar Josh Richman, piano Reagan Brough, and bass Koleby Royston.

Dr. Javier Nero is an award-winning trombonist, composer, arranger, and educator in the DC, Maryland, Virginia area (DMV). The JNJO will be releasing its sophomore album “Alkebulan” on March 20th, 2026 on Outside in Music featuring Grammy Award-winning vocalist Nicole Zuraitis, Veronica Swift, and many others.

Tedd Baker, saxophone Allyn Johnson, organ Eric Kennedy, drums Baker and Johnson teamed up on Organ Trio hits in 2025. After working up repertoire over many performance dates, their collective sound has energized many diverse audiences. Whether reworking classic jazz and soul hits, or presenting new originals, the sound of surprise is on full display. Prepare yourself to catch the spirit and join the journey with this celebrated organ trio.

The Peabody Jazz Department is committed to presenting jazz through community engagement, student empowerment, and pedagogical foundations. Our Peabody Jazz Combos present student performances of jazz classics and original compositions under the direction of our world-renowned Peabody Jazz faculty. This show will present 2 ensembles under the direction of esteemed professors Nasar Abadey and Tim Green. Donations to our website directly or the Keystone Go-Fund-Me strongly encouraged. This is a FREE show, but you will still need a ticket to attend!

Join Port Discovery for an out-of-this-world experience at this year’s Play It Forward, their signature fundraising gala that celebrates the importance of purposeful learning with play. This adults-only celebration will be filled with magic and wonder, featuring a seated dinner, dancing, and entertainment. Join a crowd of network of supporters, advocates, and mission-aligned playmakers for a night in support of Port Discovery as a community learning hub, teaching museum, and educational playspace for all.

Atlantic Starr was one of the most successful soul bands of the 80s and early 90s, with a basketful of memorable songs including "Always", "Secret Lovers", "Circles", "Silver Shadow", and "Masterpiece". The S.O.S. Band is an R&B and electro-funk group who also gained fame in the 80s. They are best known for their songs "Take Your Time," "Tell Me If You Still Care," and “The Finest.” Julie Hawkins Ennis is a powerhouse vocalist whose musical roots run deep in the soul of Southern Maryland. After college, Julie began recording under Paul Minor’s guidance as well as that of legendary R&B artist Al Johnson of The Unifics. Under Minor’s development, she was positioned to become a featured female solo act under Verdine White of Earth, Wind & Fire with EMI. From Southern Maryland roots to East Coast stages, Julie “Juliet” Hawkins Ennis remains a dynamic voice shaped by passion, heritage, and a lifelong devotion to music.

You can’t always get what you want—but this time, we’ve got you covered! Music Under the Dome is an immersive planetarium experience featuring in-house curated imagery set to a music playlist packed with the Rolling Stone’s iconic hits. The show is uniquely developed to compliment the soundtrack, and is only available at the Maryland Science Center.

Come celebrate the place we call home at Maryland Day, where local artists, musicians, comedians, gamers and even stylish pups collide for one wildly Maryland experience🦀 Wander into Ren Square, our immersive renaissance village with costumes, vendors and TONS OF FOOD!

Get your hands dirty and grow something from the ground up!This beginner-friendly seed starting workshop, intended for ages 12+, covers everything you need to successfully start plants at home.

Soulful contemporary jazz saxophonist Mike Phillips is known as one of the most electrifying instrumentalists today. Mike is the first musician signed by Michael Jordan to the Nike Jordan Brand, home of the Air Jordan, and is the only musician in the world to have recorded and toured with the legendary “Big Three” of American soul and pop music: Michael Jackson, Prince and Stevie Wonder, not only as a member of the band, but as a featured soloist. Mike Phillips has played three halftime NFL shows with various artists and served as Music Director for the Super Bowl Gospel Celebration for two consecutive years. Phillips also served as Musical Director and Host of the popular BET program “Lyric Café”.

Groove Stu is deeply rooted in the timeless traditions of soul, funk, and R&B, while fearlessly carving out their own unique path in the contemporary music scene. Channeling influences from iconic acts such as D'Angelo, Chaka Khan, The Isley Brothers, Earth Wind and Fire, Prince, and Mint Condition, Groove Stu brings back the art of real vocals and live instrumentation. Groove Stu has shared stages with legendary acts such as Frankie Beverly and Maze, Boyz II Men, Erykah Badu, Mint Condition, Eric Roberson, Raheem DeVaughn, and Kindred the Family Soul, solidifying their reputation as a dynamic live act. They were also nominated for the 2024 SoulTracks Readers Choice Award for Duo or Group of the Year.

The Maryland Science Center is throwing it all the way back to the late 1900s to relive the very best part of the elementary school experience—a field trip to the Maryland Science Center. And this time, you can do it with a beer in your hand! Hop aboard the time machine and experience being a kid again.

Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of resin art in this 2.5-hour workshop designed for ages 8+. Instructors from MK Glass Designs will guide you through the process of working with and curing resin to create a captivating wave or crab—you choose. This workshop is perfect for ocean lovers, crafters, and the generally curious alike!

Always wanted to try sailing? This is your chance. Join the Downtown Sailing Center for a 3-hour Taste of Sailing experience on Baltimore’s beautiful waterfront. Designed for complete beginners, this hands-on course teaches the basics of steering (helming), trimming sails, and understanding essential sailing terms — all while you’re out on the water. With a maximum of four students per boat, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take the tiller, handle the sails, and feel what it’s like to harness the wind. Prefer to relax for a few minutes and take in the skyline? That’s welcome too. There’s nothing quite like sailing to build confidence, problem-solving skills, and a sense of independence — and it’s simply a joyful way to spend an afternoon or evening. No experience required. Open to all. We are happy to provide disability accommodations; please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.

Warren Wolf, vibes Brent Birckhead, alto saxophone Allyn Johnson, keyboards Richie Goods, electric bass Quincy Phillips, drums Imani-Grace, vocals Celebrate with Baltimore's Warren Wolf as we enjoy the release of his new album, SMOOVE, out April 2026! SMOOVE is an album designed for music lovers of R&B, gospel, soul and fusion jazz. Songs such as “Yesterday”, “Take Five”, “Some Skunk Funk” will be featured. Warren Wolf is an acclaimed jazz vibraphonist known for his sophisticated, exploratory, nearly acrobatic post-bop style that moved one critic to exclaim that “he plays the vibraphone like an electric guitar!”

The dinosaurs are taking over the Maryland Science Center! Uncover fossils and learn about the creatures who roamed the Earth millions of years ago. Find out what tools and techniques scientists use to unravel the mysteries of our prehistoric planet through hands-on activity stations. Watch out—there may even be a volcanic eruption!

Build your own rain barrel and get ready for the next big rain! Learn how rain barrels help capture roof runoff, reduce stormwater impact, and provide a convenient water source for your garden and yard in this workshop designed for ages 12+. Tickets are per barrel, and up to four people can work together on one barrel, making it a fun family project!

Frank McComb is a divine soul man who speaks with the native tongue of soul, jazz, blues, R&B and pop. His virtuoso vocal and piano work has made him not only an indispensable and highly sought after session musician, but a favorite in the music scene. Frank was also named one of the 27 greatest keyboard players of all time by “Music Radar”. Frank has worked with many of the entertainment industry’s giants including but not limited to: Prince, Branford Marsalis, George Duke, Patrice Rushen, Gerald Levert, The Rude Boys, Phil Perry, Tommy Davidson, Fred Hammond, John P. Kee, Chaka Khan, Songwriting duo Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, D.J. Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (Will Smith), Frankie Beverly and Maze, Teena Marie, Lalah Hathaway, Terri Lynn Carrington, Phyllis Hyman, Valerie Simpson, American Idol's Rickey Minor, Philip Bailey, Teddy Pendergrass and more.

Ayomilekan Akinbinu, Guitar & Alto Saxophone Kofi Boateng, Keyboard & Trumpet Lucas Hanson, Keyboard Imran Musa, Bass Adeolu Opadina, Drums Hailing from Laurel, Maryland, Sade's Collective blends R&B with the complex rhythms of highlife and the soulful improvisation of jazz. Born from jam sessions in a lead guitarist’s basement, the band’s name is a tribute to those collaborative beginnings, with "Sade" honoring the host and "Collective" representing their shared musical vision. Their sound is a unique fusion that feels both spontaneous and nostalgic, creating a vibrant tapestry of intricate grooves and rich melodies. Think Tony Allen meets the Vanguard — a sound that respects tradition while pushing it into new, exciting territory. Sades Collective is currently in the studio, crafting their debut music to share their fresh take on jazz with a wider audience.

Have you ever thought, "I've always wanted to try sailing…"? If the answer is YES, then the Downtown Sailing Center’s 3-hour Taste of Sailing course is for you! This experience-based course will teach you the basics of helming a sailboat, trimming sails, and will introduce you to some cool nautical lingo. You’ll learn while sailing around Baltimore’s beautiful waterfront and have the opportunity to experience the city in a whole new way! Each boat will have a maximum of 4 students, so there will be plenty of opportunities to try your hand at the tiller, handle the sails, or just sit back and take in the sights.

Always wanted to try sailing? This is your chance. Join the Downtown Sailing Center for a 3-hour Taste of Sailing experience on Baltimore’s beautiful waterfront. Designed for complete beginners, this hands-on course teaches the basics of steering (helming), trimming sails, and understanding essential sailing terms — all while you’re out on the water. With a maximum of four students per boat, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take the tiller, handle the sails, and feel what it’s like to harness the wind. Prefer to relax for a few minutes and take in the skyline? That’s welcome too. There’s nothing quite like sailing to build confidence, problem-solving skills, and a sense of independence — and it’s simply a joyful way to spend an afternoon or evening. No experience required. Open to all. We are happy to provide disability accommodations; please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.

Join Mr. Trash Wheel and friends at the Public Works Experience on Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 6pm to 9pm. Enjoy a night of music, art, drinks, and an exclusive advance screening of the “Mr. Trash Wheel (Hero of the Harbor)” Music video.

"Never Too Much" An All-Star Tribute to LUTHER VANDROSS featuring Ned Harris III, singing all the hits including “Never Too Much," “Endless Love,” “Dance With My Father,” “I'd Rather,” “So Amazing,” "Michelle," “Here And Now,” “Always And Forever,” and many more! Influenced by the Motown music that his parents kept in rotation during car rides around Albany, Ned Harris fell in love with the era, and is still influenced by the Motown sound to this day. As a member of Kustom Made and the 1960s quartet group, The Unifics, Ned prides himself in sticking to the foundation of what the forefathers of R&B and Soul music have built over the years. Ned has performed at the The Hampton Jazz Festival and the Virginia Beach FunkFest and has opened up for legendary acts like: Zapp, Dennis Edwards, George Clinton, The Brides of Funkenstine, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Fantasia, Gregory Porter, Jasmine Sullivan, and Charlie Wilson, just to name a few.

Celebrate International Jazz Week! Since touring with Ray Brown in early 2000s, pianist Larry Fuller has built a reputation as one of the hardest-swinging pianists on the scene. A Yamaha-endorsed, GRAMMY-nominated artist, Fuller honed his craft the 'old school way' - on the bandstand performing in and recording with legendary ensembles: Ray Brown Trio, Jeff Hamilton Trio, John Pizzarelli Quartet. Harnessing these extraordinary bandstand experiences – Fuller leads New York City-based Larry Fuller Trio, presenting a musical program consistently praised for its emotive style, monster technique, and program versatility. At Keystone Korner, expect to hear anything from Stevie Wonder to Oscar Peterson, Wes Montgomery to George Gershwin, Ray Brown to Joni Mitchell, and more!

After four decades of featured background singing with icons like Luther Vandross, The Rolling Stones, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, and Nine Inch Nails, MS. LISA FISCHER set out to take center stage with her own humble, heartfelt song. The 2013 Best Documentary Oscar winning film “Twenty Feet from Stardom” altered the course of Lisa’s musical journey, telling her story, with clips of her legendary duets with Sting or with Mick Jagger on “Gimme Shelter”, left audiences eager to see and hear more, so Lisa took the chance to set out on her own reinventing classic songs with her co-conspirators JC Maillard and Grand Baton. Their organic fusion of Caribbean psychedelic soul and jazzy progressive rock ignited Lisa’s flexibility and freedom of expression, awakening her lifelong desire to make music that heals but still rocks the house.

Known for her crossover mix of smooth jazz, fusion, pop, and new age music, Japan's Keiko Matsui is an internationally acclaimed pianist and composer. Emerging in the late '80s, Matsui has issued 27 albums over the decades including 1989's Under Northern Lights, 1995's chart-topping Sapphire, 2016's Journey to the Heart, and 2023’s Euphoria, that displayed a grasp of both Western and Eastern musical traditions and her love of nature and spirituality. She’s collaborated with the likes of Gregoire Maret, Kirk Whalum, Marcus Miller, Lalah Hathaway, Mike Stern, Randy Brecker, Bob James, Jackiem Joyner, Gerald Albright, Akira Jimbo and more. She’s received many awards over the years, including Billboard Magazine naming her the #1 contemporary Jazz Independent Artist of the year (1996), being ranked as the #3 best-selling contemporary jazz artist of the year (1998), and was the Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards “Female Artist of the Year" (2000 & 2001). Keystone Kards are not applicable for this show.

Create your very own stained glass blue crab in this 3-hour workshop designed for ages 8+. Learn how to use copper foiling techniques and a soldering iron to piece together segments of glass. This workshop is the perfect opportunity for anyone curious about the art of stained glass or interested in developing soldering skills.

Always wanted to try sailing? This is your chance. Join the Downtown Sailing Center for a 3-hour Taste of Sailing experience on Baltimore’s beautiful waterfront. Designed for complete beginners, this hands-on course teaches the basics of steering (helming), trimming sails, and understanding essential sailing terms — all while you’re out on the water. With a maximum of four students per boat, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take the tiller, handle the sails, and feel what it’s like to harness the wind. Prefer to relax for a few minutes and take in the skyline? That’s welcome too. There’s nothing quite like sailing to build confidence, problem-solving skills, and a sense of independence — and it’s simply a joyful way to spend an afternoon or evening. No experience required. Open to all. We are happy to provide disability accommodations; please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.

DEVOTION: An Earth Wind & Fire Experience takes you on a musical journey remembering Musical ICON Legendary Maurice White and the timeless hits of the one of the greatest bands of all time generation. Performing all the hits including “Shining Star”, “September”, “Can't Hide Love”, “That's the Way of the World”, “Fantasy”, “Let's Groove”, “Be Ever Wonderful” and more. They say that music is the language of the soul, and this is certainly true for DEVOTION: An Earth Wind and Fire Experience. From live gigs to studio sessions and more, DEVOTION touches fans everywhere they go. A stylistically unique band from day one, the members of DEVOTION have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they’d been together their entire musical careers.

Always wanted to try sailing? This is your chance. Join the Downtown Sailing Center for a 3-hour Taste of Sailing experience on Baltimore’s beautiful waterfront. Designed for complete beginners, this hands-on course teaches the basics of steering (helming), trimming sails, and understanding essential sailing terms — all while you’re out on the water. With a maximum of four students per boat, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take the tiller, handle the sails, and feel what it’s like to harness the wind. Prefer to relax for a few minutes and take in the skyline? That’s welcome too. There’s nothing quite like sailing to build confidence, problem-solving skills, and a sense of independence — and it’s simply a joyful way to spend an afternoon or evening. No experience required. Open to all. We are happy to provide disability accommodations; please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.

Jazz/soul vocalist and pianist from Nashville, Kandace Springs, was referred to as “a voice that could melt snow” by her longtime mentor Prince. Kandace’s dreamy, hypnotic and richly emotional voice is full of unique runs, fluttering notes and sonic surprises. Kandace has worked alongside many including Christian McBride, David Sanborn, Roy Hargrove, Wu-Tang Clan's Ghostface Killah, Joshua Redman & Norah Jones.

Jazz/soul vocalist and pianist from Nashville, Kandace Springs, was referred to as “a voice that could melt snow” by her longtime mentor Prince. Kandace’s dreamy, hypnotic and richly emotional voice is full of unique runs, fluttering notes and sonic surprises. Kandace has worked alongside many including Christian McBride, David Sanborn, Roy Hargrove, Wu-Tang Clan's Ghostface Killah, Joshua Redman & Norah Jones.

Marcus Johnson is returning with friends to Keystone Korner Baltimore on May 17th! Keyboardist and bandleader Marcus Johnson mans the boundaries between smooth jazz and modern R&B. To date, Marcus has released more than fifteen Billboard charted CDs, and has the distinction of having his groundbreaking 2008 Billboard Top 20 Contemporary Jazz FLO (For the Love Of) Anthology, which consisted of three distinct CDs -- FLO Chill, FLO Romance and FLO Standards - all chart Top 10 on Billboard Contemporary Jazz Charts simultaneously. As head of Three Keys Music, Johnson produced and released on the Three Keys Music label national jazz artists: Michael Lington, Jaared Arosemena, Bobby Lyle, Nick Colionne, R&B singer, Alyson Williams, neo-soul songstress Zahzarah; and smooth jazz Saxophonists Phillip Martin and Brian Lenair.

Rarer than a natural blue diamond, national recording artist Corinthia Cromwell is known professionally as The First Lady of Sax. Corinthia has been known to astound audiences with her skillful and passionate performances as a gospel, jazz, and R&B saxophonist, vocalist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and band leader. Cromwell has performed on stage and in concert with some of the music industry’s most notable artists to include Kirk Whalum, Wayman Tisdale, Wynton Marsalis, Cyrus Chestnut, Marion Meadows, Maysa Leak, Maurette Brown-Clark, The Clark Sisters, Tramaine Hawkins, and Richard Smallwood, just to name a few. As a producer, she has written and produced all her music, as well as music for other artists in the genre of gospel, jazz, and R&B. A YGC Production

Always wanted to try sailing? This is your chance. Join the Downtown Sailing Center for a 3-hour Taste of Sailing experience on Baltimore’s beautiful waterfront. Designed for complete beginners, this hands-on course teaches the basics of steering (helming), trimming sails, and understanding essential sailing terms — all while you’re out on the water. With a maximum of four students per boat, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take the tiller, handle the sails, and feel what it’s like to harness the wind. Prefer to relax for a few minutes and take in the skyline? That’s welcome too. There’s nothing quite like sailing to build confidence, problem-solving skills, and a sense of independence — and it’s simply a joyful way to spend an afternoon or evening. No experience required. Open to all. We are happy to provide disability accommodations; please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.

A young jazz saxophonist based in New York City, Sarah Hanahan is a generational talent on the rise. Sarah was featured in the first-ever class of NPR Jazz Night in America’s Youngbloods alongside Samara Joy, Immanuel Wilkins, Isaiah J. Thompson, and Sean Mason. In 2025, Hanahan was named DownBeat’s #1 Rising Star Alto Saxophonist and ranked #9 overall alto saxophonist in the DownBeat Readers Poll—placing her alongside legends such as Kenny Garrett and Gary Bartz and further cementing her status as one of the leading voices of her generation. Sarah has had the privilege of studying and working with many renowned musicians including Jeff “Tain” Watts, Abraham Burton, Nat Reeves, Peter Martin, Emmet Cohen, Steve Davis, Billy Hart, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Billy Drummond, Marc Cary, and has toured with Joe Farnsworth, Peter Martin, Ulysses Owens Jr. & Generation Y, and Sherrie Miracle & the Diva Orchestra. She also had the opportunity to play for the 2023 NEA Jazz Masters Tribute Concert at the Kennedy Center honoring Sue Mingus with the Grammy award-winning Mingus Dynasty Band.

Kenny Sway is known as “DC’s Best Male Vocalist,” coming from Seat Pleasant, Maryland, best known for the viral videos of his street performances in Washington DC. Kenny is a very genuine artist, who became a real advocate for the black community in the aftermath of Floyd’s death, leading almost daily peaceful protests dominated by love, peace, unity and his music. He started out as a street artist years ago, serenading the streets of Maryland and DC, but he is still going out in the streets to perform for the people who can’t afford to buy tickets to his concerts.

Two of electronic music’s most explosive forces are joining together for a massive summer amphitheater takeover across America. Florida-based bass phenomenon Tape B and Chicago-bred electronic trio Levity announce the Tape B x Levity: Summer Program Tour, a 12-city co-headline North American amphitheater run set for Summer 2026, stopping at Pier Six Pavilion on July 31!

Blues-rock titan Joe Bonamassa will return to big stages across America next summer with a newly announced run of U.S. amphitheater and festival dates, including a stop at Pier Six Pavilion on August 08. The run includes select co-headline performances with Gov’t Mule – the enduring, GRAMMY-nominated band led by guitar legend Warren Haynes, celebrated globally for its improvisational depth and roots-rich catalog.