Some may associate jazz and its audiences with an older crowd, but tastes in music tend to be cyclical in nature and the cultural inheritance accompanying the genre is quintessentially American. In fact, there are thriving communities of young artists bridging the generational divide with shared influences and passion for…
From September 11-15, several generations of jazz musicians, from those in their twenties to their nineties, will offer rhythms and beats from all corners of the globe. JazzFest White Plains will present 20+ jazz-infused performances at more than a dozen locations during this celebration of the musical genre, including influences from Chile, Colombia, Africa, Cuba and more. On Sept. 14, preeminent artist Emmet Cohen will perform with jazz legends Jimmy Cobb and George Coleman during a meeting-of-the-generations concert at White Plains Performing Arts Center. In anticipation of the show, JazzFest White Plains Artistic Director Aaron Paige interviewed Cohen about his influences and intergenerational collaborations.
Westchester is jam-packed with exciting summer events that will get you outdoors! We’ve rounded up 4 fun summer programs, including Shakespeare in the Park performances, outdoor concerts and celebrations happening throughout Westchester, many of which are free. Be sure to check out our “Music in the Air” destination guide for more free and affordable (under $20) summer arts events in Westchester and sign up for our newsletters and consult our Event Calendar to stay informed of more great family-friendly events!
The Clearwater Festival, one of the country’s largest annual music and environmental celebrations, returns to Croton Point Park this Father’s Day weekend, June 15 and 16. Founded in 1966 by the late folk singer and activist Pete Seeger, the Clearwater Festival was inspired by his mission to clean up the Hudson River. It raises money for the Hudson River Clear¬water sloop and organization, which provides environmental research, education and advocacy to help preserve and protect the river and its tributaries. This year, the Clear¬water Festival, also known as the Great Hudson River Revival, marks Seeger’s centennial birthday and the 50th anniversary of the flagship with diverse music, dance, educational and family-friendly programs.
There had been instances of powerful pushback and protests regarding gay rights prior to the events that unfolded over the course of several days at the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village in June 1969. Yet, the episode at the welcoming spot for New York City’s underground gay community did more to galvanize the LGBTQ collective call for equal civil rights and protection than any action that had preceded it. As we mark the 50th anniversary of the uprising this June, we recall the impact of that watershed moment.
During the weekend of May 18-19, the City of Yonkers becomes the venue for a dynamic celebration of its art, culture and music scene. Open studios, exhibitions, family-friendly workshops and more, promise fun for everyone.
Food, fun and art mix and mingle at ArtsWestchester’s biggest house party of the year. Top chefs serve tasty dishes paired with spirited cocktails and other super sips from local purveyors – all set against the backdrop of contemporary art. Open artist studios and family activities round out the two-day feast of vibrant cultural life in our County.
Just in time for Mother’s Day and graduation gift shopping, Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst on May 3-5 features handmade presents from 300 artists and designers.
This May, ArtsWestchester’s Folk Arts Program, in partnership with the White Plains Library Foundation, will present Bravo Paraguay!, a month-long celebration of the country’s arts and culture in Westchester County. Audiences of all ages are invited to this series of art, dance, music and film events that educate and engage Paraguay’s rich art traditions and culture.
Though ArtsWestchester’s fall exhibition recently came to a close, a series of “Live at ArtsWestchester” events in the downtown White Plains gallery – including a Lunar New Year celebration, a jazz concert and a set of stand-up comedy acts – aims to help visitors beat the winter blues. The series,…
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