East Axis

Joe’s Pub At Public Theater 425 Lafayette St, New York, NY, United States

East Axis is the cumulative life experience of its members. East Axis is four men, of different styles and backgrounds, coming together to spontaneously make music that sounds like each of them, all of them, and none of them.

$25

Kirkwood Ballers Club

eyedrum art & music gallery 515 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA, United States

Join the vibrant and exploratory Kirkwood Ballers Club, the avant-garde monthly forum held every third Thursday at the eyedrum art & music gallery. This month, we are proud to present a special guest who embodies the adventurous spirit that defines KBC: Washboard XT.

Spirit Stronger Than Blood: A “Fare-Well” Celebration of the Music of Frank London

Roulette 509 Atlantic Avenue (Entrance on the Corner of Third Avenue; Accessible Entrance on Atlantic Ave), Brooklyn, NY, United States

Spirit Stronger Than Blood is a celebration on the eve of London’s bone marrow transplant to hopefully cure his rare blood cancer. It celebrates his three new recording releases, and all of his past works.

$25

Alan Braufman with support from Cooper-Moore

National Sawdust 80 N 6th Street (at the corner of Wythe Avenue), Brooklyn, NY, United States

Alto saxophonist and flutist Alan Braufman will perform music from his new album "Infinite Love Infinite Tears" (out May 17) as well as "Valley of Search" and "The Fire Still Burns." Braufman will be joined by his band featuring Patricia Brennan, Ken Filiano, Brandon Woody, and Newman Baker. Cooper-Moore will support with a solo piano set.

$25

Arts For Arts Presents Vision Festival 2024: Honoring William Parker, LifeTime of Achievement

Roulette 509 Atlantic Avenue (Entrance on the Corner of Third Avenue; Accessible Entrance on Atlantic Ave), Brooklyn, NY, United States

Arts for Art honors legendary bassist, composer, improviser, and multi-instrumentalist William Parker as the Vision 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Join us in partnership with the Roulette for an incredible lineup of over 100 improvisers!

Funky Spirit and Sacred Blues

Sankofa: Interactive Installation 6316 Mt Morris Park W (Northeast corner of Marcus Garvey Park. Enter at E. 124th St. and 5th Avenue), New York, NY, United States

"Funky Spirit and Sacred Blues" at Sankofa: Interactive Installation
Vienna Carroll and the Folk

CapitalBop Presents: Matthew Shipp Trio

Abramson Family Auditorium — NYU in DC 1307 L Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Since the 1980s, pianist Matthew Shipp has been the Platonic ideal of an original improviser. With his unique and electrifying style, Shipp is now recognized as a living legend of the avant-garde.

Matthew Shipp and Newman Taylor Baker at The Stone

The Stone 55 West 13th Street, New York, NY, United States

Renowned pianist Matthew Shipp continues his one-week residency at The Stone, the legendary hub for avant-garde jazz. In this electrifying duo performance, he joins forces with master drummer Newman Taylor Baker, pushing the boundaries of improvisation and sonic exploration. Expect a night of fearless interplay, dynamic textures, and unfiltered musical dialogue.

Ars Nova Workshop Presents: Matthew Shipp Trio

Solar Myth 1131 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Ars Nova Workshop is excited to present the revered pianist Matthew Shipp and his acclaimed trio featuring bassist Michael Bisio and drummer Newman Taylor Baker.