Update from the organizers:
“Thank you for bearing with us as we navigate a moving target, but ultimately very iffy forecast for Saturday. After much deliberation and input from you, here is where we landed based on the best information we have at hand and our desire to maximize music and enjoyment: (more…)
“Visitors enjoy Jazz in the Garden in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. National Gallery of Art, Washington”
From the National Gallery of Art:
“DC’s favorite summer concert series is back! For more than 20 years, Jazz in the Garden has turned the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden into a stage, allowing visitors to cool down by the fountain and enjoy refreshments while taking in the sounds of acclaimed musicians amidst our renowned collection of outdoor sculpture. This year, the garden will come alive with free musical performances including jazz, Latin fusion, R&B, and more, every Friday from May 23 through July 11 (except for July 4).
The season kicks off with R&B fusion from the Lao Tizer Band on May 23. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Surprised I’m not seeing this covered in any DC media. Band stops playing at 9:30 club as it’s the only venue on their international tour list that will not accommodate low-income ticket pricing.”
via Fader
A representative from 9:30 Club writes:
“While we appreciate the intentions, we have a long-standing policy of not discounting tickets, as we want every fan treated fairly and don’t want to make things even more profitable for scalpers.”
You can see the full Fader IG post here.
From the office of Councilmember Charles Allen:
“DC Councilmember Charles Allen (Ward 6), backed by a coalition of local venues, artists, and national independent music organizations announced legislation targeting scalpers and secondary ticketing platforms like StubHub, Vivid Seats, TicketNetwork, Ticket Center and SeatGeek by putting in place a price cap on resold tickets, banning speculative ticket sales, and requiring individuals and businesses selling more than 50 tickets a year to register with the District.
Joining the announcement were I.M.P. and 30 local venues and music industry organizations, including the National Independent Venues Association (NIVA), local musical artist CJ Johnson of Oh He Dead, and the Office of the DC Attorney General. The event took place inside The Anthem, one of DC’s premier live music destinations, and included representatives from many of DC’s music venues. (more…)
Very cool – from WMATA:
“Exciting news—Metro Live is back! Join us at L’Enfant Plaza station’s Exit A for southern rock anthems featuring Moose Jaw Bluegrass from 4:45 – 5:45 p.m. See you there!”
From President Lincoln’s Cottage:
“May 17 & May 18: 1-5pm
Don’t miss out! A limited number of presale tickets are now available – don’t miss your chance to get 15% off tickets!
This deal is only available through April 7 or while supplies last.
Bourbon and Bluegrass is (more…)
photo by Wesley Whistle
Thanks to Wesley for sharing this awesomeness from January 26th: “Tonight, my uber driver gave me a burnt CD.”
Yesterday Devin Kelsey replied: “I got my 2nd CD from him last night, it’s been years since my 1st.” (more…)
From the DC Record Fair:
“We’re thrilled to announce the first DC Record Fair for 2025 lands at DC’s legendary 9:30 Club! Your DJ line-up for the day is: (more…)
From Nats Park:
“JUST ANNOUNCED: Billy Joel & Sting for the first time together in Washington, DC. One night, one stage on Friday, September 5 at Nationals Park. (more…)
UPDATE:
“After a brief strike period, the Kennedy Center and National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) leadership are pleased to announce that we have reached an agreement with AFM Local 161-710, the musicians of the NSO.
NSO’s Season Opening Gala Concert, set for tomorrow, Saturday, September 28, will now go ahead as planned. All other performances at the Kennedy Center will proceed as planned.” (more…)