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Join Christian for his festive and funky holiday show featuring a stellar ensemble of the DMV's finest with featured vocalist Sharon Rae North. Hosted by WPFW's Ida Campbell. Doors open at 6:30, so arrive early and enjoy a delicious meal and cocktails before the show. Showtime is 8:30 PM. VIP tickets - $45, regular seating - $35. There is a $20 food and beverage minimum for table seating. Theater seating is also available.

VIP tickets - $45, regular seating - $35.

The Jazz Legacy Foundation supports jazz and music education. This is the foundation's 11th annual fundraising gala weekend, November 9-12, 2023. Christian brings his 11-piece band and dynamic show on Saturday, November 11.

AN INDOOR EVENT LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL HAMPTON ROADS CONVENTION CENTER BALLROOM

AN EXCITING WEEKEND LINE-UP FEATURING...

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2023

PIECES OF A DREAM | DAMIEN ESCOBAR | BOB BALDWIN / REGAN WHITESIDE | THE FELLAS FEATURING MARCUS ANDERSON | NATHAN MITCHELL | LIN ROUNTREE | NICOLAS COLE | JULIAN VAUGHN

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2023

BONEY JAMES | JEFFREY OSBORNE | LINDSEY WEBSTER | JACKIEM JOYNER / BRIAN SIMPSON

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 11, 2023

SHEILA E | WILL DOWNING | HOWARD HEWETT / MICHAEL LINGTON | STEVE COLE | CHRISTIAN de MESONES

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 12, 2023

RICHARD ELLIOT | PETER WHITE / VINCENT INGALA | MAYSA | 480 EAST / ART SHERROD JR. / J.J. SANSAVERINO

LINE-UP AND PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 9, 2022 (HRCC) VIP INCLUDES THEATER STYLE SEATING ROWS 1-10 SPECIAL RESERVED THEATER STYLE SEATING ROWS 11-17 GENERAL ADMISSION THEATER STYLE SEATING ROWS 18+

FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 10, 2023 (HRCC) VIP INCLUDES - THEATER STYLE SEATING ROWS 1-10 - VIP RECEPTION, BEVERAGE TICKET SPECIAL RESERVED THEATER STYLE SEATING ROWS 11-17 - INCLUDES BEVERAGE TICKET GENERAL ADMISSION THEATER STYLE SEATING ROWS 18+

SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 11, 2023 - (HRCC) (NIGHT OF ELEGANCE) VIP INCLUDES - TABLE SEATING - DINNER - BEVERAGE TICKET SPECIAL RESERVED THEATER SEATING BEHIND VIP TABLES, INCLUDES BEVERAGE TICKET GENERAL ADMISSION THEATER STYLE SEATING

SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 12, 2023 - (HRCC) VIP INCLUDES - TABLE SEATING - BUFFET LUNCH SPECIAL RESERVED AND GENERAL ADMISSION THEATER STYLE SEATING BEHIND VIP TABLES BEVERAGE TICKETS CAN BE USED FROM PREVIOUS DAYS

Tickets available beginning March 1, 2023.

We are excited to announce the 2023 TNBC National Conference & Banquet will be held in Miami, FL., August 15th thru August 20th, at the Hyatt Regency Miami. Come join us for a week of camaraderie as we celebrate our founding leaders and educate the leaders of tomorrow. Live music will be provided by Christian "Big New York" de Mesones on Saturday night, August 19th at the banquet.

Bassist, composer, band leader and Billboard #1 national recording artist Christian de Mesones returns to the Birchmere with his new show, “You Only Live Twice,” celebrating music from his forthcoming 2023 release of the same name. This dynamic show features Christian’s uniquely hybrid sound that continues to wow fans around the country, highlighting his love for his Latin roots, with smooth jazz, funk, R&B, soul and rock influences apparent throughout the setlist. He is joined by a stellar ensemble consisting of ten national recording artists and showcasing triple horns, double keyboards and two of the most talented vocalists in the DMV. This year’s lineup includes Craig Alston, Carl Anderson, Eddie Baccus, Jr., Greg Boyer, Mike Gamble, Elliot Levine, Rob Maletick, Eddie Montalvo, Desiree Roots, and Nia Simmons.

2021 was a breakout year for Christian. His debut solo album, “They Call Me Big New York”, which features 25 national recording artists, garnered multiple top ten singles and has surpassed 2 million streams on Spotify. His 2020 single, “Big Tall Wish”, was featured on the Dave Koz Lounge show on Sirius XM Watercolors and reached #6 on the Groove Jazz/RadioWave chart. Jazziz Magazine featured a fan favorite from the album, “Year of the Dragon”, in its World Music edition, and the song reached #1 on the Radio Guitar One network. His single “Hispanica (Instrumental)” featuring legendary pianist Bob James delivered de Mesones his greatest chart success to date, reaching #1 on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz Airplay chart and landing solidly near or at the top of MediaBase, RadioWave, SmoothJazz.com, and Groove Jazz charts. de Mesones also reached #1 on Alan Kepler’s Smooth Jazz Network Top 100 chart and was one of their Breakout Artist nominees for 2021.

$39.50 plus taxes and fees. Beware of resellers. Ticketmaster is the official ticket seller for The Birchmere.

Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival

Avalon Casino Ballroom, 1 Casino Way, Avalon, CA

Since 1987 Catalina Island has hosted one of the most respected and recognized music festivals, The Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival. Founded by Art Good, The Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival has been attended by audiences from all of the United states as well as a few foreign countries. Christian brings his full band to the festival for the first time! Full weekend packages available now, individual session tickets available Memorial Day. Pricing varies. Box Office: 866-TRAX TIX (866-872-9849).

Full weekend packages available now, individual session tickets available Memorial Day. Pricing varies.

Join Christian and his always stellar lineup of musicians as he graces the stage at a favorite music haunt in Richmond, VA. Proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination required for entry. Please bring your CDC-issued vaccination card (physical copy or a photocopy is acceptable). Seating is assigned in order of when you purchase your tickets. All reservations are subject to a food and drink minimum of $13 per guest. The Tin Pan charges lower fees for box office versus online sales. The box office is open Mon-Sat 12PM-5PM. Please visit during those hours or call 804-447-8189. Online tickets are $39.99 - $46.49

Show with dinner reservation, door tickets, and bar seating available.

Christian joins the ILYA SEROV Band as a special guest. Enjoy Contemporary Jazz / RnB / Soul in a brand new show that features Ilya's original music as well as contemporary stylings of the songs from the repertoire of Chet Baker. It also features Ilya's new one-of-a-kind instrument, "Jazzohorn".

$45 General admission with $3 Fee

Join Jazz Club Radio as it celebrates its one-year anniversary with a Jazz, Funk & Soul Extravaganza featuring #1 Billboard recording artist Christian de Mesones with special guest Nils and host Will Donato! Featuring Rob Maletick & CTK, Max Groove, Heidi Tann, Terri Rimson, and more. $100 dinner & show; $50 show; $15 meet & greet.

$100 dinner & show; $50 show; $15 meet & greet.

Join Christian for his first performance in front of a live audience since the pandemic! With him will be a stellar lineup of musicians from the DMV and beyond, including Elliot Levine, Craig Alston, Mike Gamble, Carl Anderson, Rob Maletick, Eddie Baccus, Jr., Greg Boyer, Eddie Montalvo, and vocalist Desiree Roots. Christian will make his Birchmere debut on March 20 at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $35 plus taxes and fees, and will be available starting Friday, February 11, from the Birchmere box office or on TicketMaster.com.

Tickets are $35 plus taxes and fees.

Join Christian at Blues Alley on July 10 for his CD Release Party & Birthday Bash! Christian will be performing songs from his debut solo project, "They Call Me Big New York", scheduled for release on 7/16/2019. Get your advance copy at the show! The band will include Debora Galan on vocals, Eddie Bacus, Jr. on soprano and alto saxophone and EWI, Dre King on trumpet, Craig Alston on tenor sax and bass, Elliot Levine on keyboards, Mike Gamble on electric and acoustic guitar, Curtis McCain on percussion, and Tim Steele on drums.

Bassist, composer, and band leader Christian de Mesones invites you to enjoy "A Smooth Funky Afternoon" featuring Big New York & the Smooth Jazz All-Starz", bringing his unique brand of Latin- and Funk-infused smooth jazz/neo soul,and a stellar lineup. Christian has wowed audiences throughout the DMV since 2015 with his personal vision for this group. Guest vocalist Nia Simmons and Timbale sensation Sergio Rosario join core band members Elliot Levine on keyboards, Eddie Baccus, Jr. on soprano, alto and tenor saxes, Mike Gamble on electric and acoustic guitars, Curtis McCain on percussion, with Carl "C-Man" Anderson on drums and a few surprise guests. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the "extraordinary talent and stage presence" of Big New York, and his musically gratifying show described as "simply astounding, and as moving as an earthquake," by Ron Jackson of TheSmoothJazzRide.com.

Bassist, composer, and band leader Christian "Big New York" de Mesones returns to the Carlyle Club with "A Smooth Funky Evening with Big New York & the Smooth Jazz All-Starz", bringing his unique brand of Latin- and Funk-infused smooth jazz and a stellar lineup. Christian has wowed audiences throughout the DMV since 2015 with his personal vision for this group. When asked to explain that vision, he stated, "Everyone gets a spotlight in this band. I like to create excitement sonically, and that means mixing it up so the listening audience can get it's money's worth." Guest vocalist Nia Simmons and trumpeter Rob Zinn join core band members Elliot Levine on keyboards, Rob Maletick on soprano, alto and tenor saxes, Mike Gamble on electric and acoustic guitars, and Curtis McCain on percussion, with Chris "Biscuit" Bynum on drums and a few surprise guests. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the "extraordinary talent and stage presence" of Big New York, and his musically gratifying show described as "simply astounding, and as moving as an earthquake," by Ron Jackson of TheSmoothJazzRide.com.

RJS/VMFA Dominion Jazz Cafe' Series

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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Marble Hall, 200 North Boulevard, Richmond, VA

Representing the D.C. area, these national recording musicians have a mission “to share the love of Smooth Jazz and keep instrumental music ALIVE!” Featuring Christian de Mesones on bass, Elliot Levine on keyboards, Rob Maletick on sax, Carl C-Man Anderson on drums, Curis McCain on percussion, and Mike Gable on guitar, with surprise special guest. Free Admission. Read more at https://www.vmfa.museum/calendar/events/jazz-cafe/#OxlUFKyeUuzu0jkv.99

Big New York Returns to K2 Restaurant & Lounge with a new show!