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Join the Doug Carn Hammond B3 Organ Trio for an evening of jazz at An die Musik Live!
Doug Carn, Hammond B3 organ
Tim Green, sax
Eric Kennedy, drums
Doug Carn is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist who plays jazz. He is one of the few remaining masters of the Hammond B-3 organ. From baroque organ styles to subdued bossa nova piano styles, Doug is the kind of virtuoso who can literally play anything.
Carn's career dates back to the 1960's. He released eight solo albums that had a political mood emphasizing peace, love and independence. After the assassination of Dr. King, Doug moved to Hollywood where he performed on Earth, Wind, and Fire's first two albums. Shortly thereafter, he started making his own compositions and writing his own lyrics.
Doug's West Coast Organ Band includes Dr. Teodross Avery and Howard Wiley on tenor saxes and Deszon Claiborne on drums. The band lacks a bassist because Doug Carn plays all the needed low notes on his organ with his feet, while using both hands on the keys. Doug has performed and recorded on piano, keyboards and organ with Freddie Hubbard, Stanley Turrentine, Wallace Roney, Curtis Fuller, Benny Golson, Cindy Blackman, Houston Person, Abbey Lincoln, Javon Jackson, Eddie Henderson, Idris Muhammad, Michael Urbaniak and Charles Tolliver.
Forging a deeply personal sound from a broad swath of the jazz landscape, internationally acclaimed saxophonist, educator, composer, arranger and Baltimore native Tim Green has emerged as a powerful voice, melding deftly swinging hard bop, fluid modernity and soulful gospel.
Green has had a diverse career crossing all genres of music that includes playing with some of the most recognized and established names in jazz, gospel, R&B, hip hop and pop music. Those artists include Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Queen Latifah, Kirk Franklin, Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams, Israel Houghton, Michael Bublé, Ariana Grande, Tori Kelly, Christian McBride, Mulgrew Miller, Eric Reed, Kenny Garrett, Ravi Coltrane, Mary J Blige, Mariah Carey, Fantasia, Toni Braxton, Earth Wind and Fire, Aretha Franklin, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott and more. Green has returned to Baltimore where he is a key component of the city’s burgeoning jazz and music education community.
Tim graduated from the Baltimore School for the Arts, earned a Bachelor of Music from the Manhattan School of Music and a Master’s in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern California’s Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz where he was guided by legends like Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter and Terence Blanchard.
Eric Kennedy is a Baltimore native, drummer, vocalist, percussionist, educator and composer. Eric’s introduction to all styles of music and early music training was initiated by his musical relatives, who also cultivated his love of jazz. Eric continued his arts education at the Baltimore School for the Arts studying classical percussion and voice with Baltimore Symphony Orchestra percussionist John Locke, Donna Di Stefano and the late Dr. Nathan Carter and Ms. Jewel Churn of Frederick Douglass HIgh School. Eric has studied percussion and technique with legendary drummers Edgar Bateman, Johnny Polite, Billy Hart, Leroy Williams, Jamal Wilson and Clayton Cameron, voice with Timothy Shepherd and Odell Wilson and harmony/theory with Dr. Barry Harris.
In-person seats: $30 / $10 students
In -person attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.
Streaming passes: $15
The link will remain active thru Aug. 2
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Join John Lee's Out of Body Quartet for an evening of jazz at An die Musik Live
John Lee, guitar & compositions
Derrick Michaels, saxophone
Mike Kuhl, drums
Alex Weber, bass
This group has been described as “a unique sonic foot print”, “a great collective interplay from the band, interesting use of dissonance and tonal landscapes”, and “A Spiritual Jazz Journey”. Their first album, “John Lee’s Out of Body Quartet Volume 1” was released in May 2025.
John Lee is a composer and guitarist who is active in the Washington D.C. music scene. He earned a BFA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance from The New School University. He has since performed with a host of major artists, including Cyro Baptista, Brian Marsella, Fatoumata Diawara, Hassan Hakmoun and Keller Williams. As one of D.C.’s most sought-after musicians and founder of the jam band Caveman, Lee can be heard on over thirty recorded albums as sideman and on seven albums as leader. His stylistic versatility has taken him to venues and festivals in Brazil, Canada, Israel, Ecuador, Mexico, Portugal, Switzerland, and all around the U.S. Lee teaches for MusiCorps, a music rehabilitation program for wounded veterans at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He also serves as lecturer of jazz and commercial guitar at Towson University.
Drummer, recording artist and educator Michael Kuhl hails from the musically diverse City of Baltimore. Kuhl studied and performed in numerous genres, making him a first call drummer for any situation. A graduate of Towson University, Kuhl has performed locally and throughout the globe alongside jazz greats Dave Liebman, Tony Malaby, Michael Formanek, Dave Ballou, Ellery Eskelin and Claudio Roditi. Outside of jazz, Kuhl has shared the stage with many international acts such as Beach House, Arboretum, Cigarettes After Sex, Tom Tom Club, and The Ravonnettes. As a leader, Kuhl performed weekly with his trio at Bertha’s in Fells Point before the pandemic. Along with his musical career, Mike is an accomplished martial artist of Bagua Kung Fu; he says the two arts go hand in hand.
Baltimore-native Derrick Michaels is a tenor saxophonist and improviser with a deep sound and a bold, imaginative presence in the creative music community. With roots in both the lyrical and exploratory branches of the creative saxophone tradition, his wide expressive palette brings a soulful, melodic sincerity to a wide range of musical environments. He has been described by Jazz Weekly as a “thick-toned tenorist”, and by Downbeat magazine as wielding a “large sound and free flowing style”. The Baltimore Jazz Alliance says: “Derrick Michaels' saxophone playing comes right out of his soul; the instrument sounds like a human voice.”
Alex Weber is a Baltimore-based bassist and composer. He graduated in 2011 with a BA in Jazz Performance from Towson University, where he studied bass under Jeff Reed, improvisation with Jim McFalls and Dave Ballou, and with visiting artists such as Drew Gress, Ellery Eskelin and Mark Dresser. Alex joined the progressive metal band Exist in 2008 and recorded two albums with them. He plays in the local jazz/metal fusion group Talking Points who recently recorded their debut album. In 2013, he joined Phil Cunneff's New Trio that plays many of the various forms of jazz.
In-person seats: $20 / $10 students
In -person attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.
Streaming passes: $15
The link will remain active thru Aug. 1
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On Friday August 1 the farm is open for a summer evening concert (rain or shine). Sons of Pirates will be the featured band. We will also have various breweries, distilleries, wineries, food and more. Enjoy an adult beverage purchased from one of our vendors. The Animal Barn will also be open. Bring your blankets, chairs & friends. Come join us for a fun evening on our farm. Children are welcome. Visit our website (www.greenmeadowsevents.com) for more information and the latest updates.
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Come enjoy a night of powerful solos, moving stories, and queer joy with Joy in Defiance: A Cabaret, a special show from the Baltimore Men's Chorus. It's full of solos and small groups singing songs that make you feel happy, strong, and proud.
You'll hear music about being yourself, standing up for others, and finding joy even when things are hard. The singers will be right in front of you, sharing their voices and stories.
The Baltimore Men's Chorus is Maryland's longest-running LGBTQ+ singing group. We welcome all male singers, no matter how they identify or who they love.
Show Dates
* Friday, July 25
* Saturday, July 26
* Saturday, August 2
Time: 7:30 PM (Doors: 7:15 PM)
Place: 1900 St. Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21218
Admission is free; donations of $10 are suggested
Join the Baltimore Men's Chorus:
The BMC typically has two seasons during the year, during which new members are always welcome:
Classical Choral (Aug to Dec): Secular and non-secular favorites!
Contemporary Choral (Jan to June): Pop to Pride, Billboard hits and Broadway's best
Rehearsals for the upcoming season are from
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Mondays.
New members are welcome to join during the first 2-3 weeks of each season, and our new season already started. Our next season will start in August 2025, so e-mail us to get a reminder.
Musical Director: Malcolm Washington
Malcolm Washington has served as the Director of Choral Activities at Hammond High School in the Howard County Public School System for 6 years. Prior to teaching at Hammond, he was a general and choral music teacher at Elkridge Elementary School. Malcolm's love of vocal music began in the black church, where he learned to sing Gospel Music. He later developed an affinity for classical singing through his school music programs in central New Jersey.
Mr. Washington earned his Bachelor of Music in Vocal Music Education from the University of Delaware, where he studied with Dr. Paul Head and Dr. Duane Cottrell. While at UD, Malcolm was a member of the UD Men's Chorus, YChromes Men's A Cappella group, and the world renowned UD Chorale. In addition to his teaching, Mr. Washington is a sought after clinician, private teacher, and guest conductor along the east coast. -
Join the Justin Lees Trio at An die Musik Live for their annual Summer concert!
Justin Lees, guitar
Dominic Smith, drums
Peter Revell, bass
Justin Lees started playing guitar professionally in the late 70’s and studied with prominent Washington DC area guitarists Rick Whitehead, Paul Bollenbach, Bill Biesecker and Danny Gatton, and not-so-local guitarists Herb Ellis and Emily Remler. Although stylistically diverse, Justin's main focus is on a straight ahead approach to jazz steeped in the fifties tradition of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie and rooted in the styles of Charlie Christian and T Bone Walker. The feeling of Swing and the Blues is a constant.
He studied seriously with Howard Alden, Michele Ramo and Dr. Asher Zlotnik. He opened for Nina Simone as a member of the Ron Holloway Group at Constitution Hall. In addition to his own solo, duo, and trio projects, projects included pianist John Colianni's Quintet and Jazz Orchstra. Lees also plays with the Gypsy Jazz Phenomenon Franglais. www.justinleesjazz
Maryland-raised drummer Dominic Smith has been a fixture on the local jazz scene for more than 20 years. His hard swinging style, use of dynamics and innovative rhythmic subtleties have been utilized by such jazz notables as Eric Alexander, Harold Mabern, James Williams, Charlie Byrd, Phil Woods, Gary Thomas, Jim Snidero, Kenny Rankin, Dennis Irwin, Ray Bryant, Keter Betts and Charles McPherson and George Garzone.
Since 2006 Dominic has been a member of The Unified Jazz Ensemble, performing with them every Tuesday 49 West in Annapolis and many other local and national venues.He performs with local musicians and backs up many national artists, performing more than 320 gigs a year, while still fitting in students at his home teaching studio. His local drum guru was the late genius drummer Mike Smith.
Boston-born Peter Revell has been a bassist on the DC and Baltimore scene since the early 90’s, studying with the great Steve Novosel while still in college. Until his retirement from the Navy in late 2021, he was a bassist in the US Navy Band for 26 years, serving in both the Commodores Jazz Ensemble and the Sea Chanters Chorus.
In and out of the Navy he played with and shared the stage with a long list of great artists from both the local and national jazz scenes, playing great jazz in every state but Alaska, and being featured at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Detroit and the Montreal Jazz Festival. Since military retirement, he’s also been involved with the theatre, playing electric bass for the world premiere of the Broadway show Once Upon a One More Time and he was recently selected for a staging of Evita in Washington, DC.
In-person seats: $20 / $10 full-time students with valid ID
In -person attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week. Advance ticket sales end 1 hr prior to show. Remaining tickets may be purchased at the door.
Streaming passes: $15
The link will be revealed to live stream participants 15 minutes before the show and will remain active thru July 31
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An die Musik Live Artist-in-Residence, jazz pianist Justin Taylor performs with special guests!
Music of Cedar Walton with Curtis Gorham Jr. on drums & Derek Wiegmann on bass
The series continues:
Aug. 24: Justin Taylor's Single Release with special guest saxophonist Liam Hurlbut
Sept. 14: Justin Taylor's EP Release Concert
Oct. 19: Sun Ra Tribute
Nov. 16: Fela Kuti Tribute
Dec. 28: Music of Bob Marley
Whether dominating the ivory keys of a grand piano or the weighted 88, Justin Taylor commands a sound and style that captivates audiences and astounds the listener. His approach to creating music and connecting with his audiences nothing short of music mastery in its finest.
Because of Justin's versatility. he is one of Baltimore's most sought after young pianists. He has been performing for over 24 years with some of the music industry's most prolific and well known jazz, gospel, and R&B artists. He's performed with or opened for Grammy-nominated R&B/hip-hop artist Jaheim, pop singer K'Jon, Baltimore's own national recording artist Maysa Leak, Corinthia Cromwell, Carl Grubbs, Tim Warfield, and others.
Justin is also a composer, producer and engineer. He is working on his debut project and has released a single called, "Trees", which can be found on all music platforms. He has played on several albums in his career and has taught at Columbia and Baltimore School of Rock, and he has served on the residency ensemble at Towson University.
Justin is a 2017 Towson University graduate, with a degree in Commercial Music with emphasis on jazz piano. At T.U. he studied under Tim Murphy, and he's also taken classical piano lessons with Lawrence Crawford.
In-person seats: $20 / $10 full-time students with valid ID
Attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.
Advance sales end 1 hr before showtime; remaining tickets may be purchased at door.
Streaming passes: $15
The link will be revealed 15 minutes before the show and will remain active for one week.
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Step into the soulful legacy of jazz with Billie Holiday and Soul Fellowship at An die Musik Live, an evocative evening dedicated to the spirit of Billie Holiday and the enduring power of jazz and soul. This special showcase brings together three of Baltimore’s dynamic artists—Charmaine Michelle, Colie Aziza and Ron Lewis—for a night of stirring melodies, heartfelt storytelling, and musical communion.
Charmaine Michelle - Trumpet
Colie Aziza - Vocals
Ron Lewis - Vocals
Tim Andrulonis - Alto Sax
Justin Taylor - Piano
Daryl Adams - Bass
Experience the haunting beauty and emotional depth of Billie Holiday’s repertoire, reimagined through the artistry of trumpeter Charmaine Michelle, and the expressive vocals of Colie Aziza and Ron Lewis. Together, they will explore the intersections of jazz and soul, paying tribute to Holiday’s timeless influence while weaving in other soulful arrangements.
Join us at An die Musik Live! for an intimate evening where classic jazz meets soul, and the fellowship of musicians and audience alike honors the legacy of a legend. Don’t miss this celebration of song, spirit, and the enduring fellowship that music inspires.
In-person seats: $25 / $10 full-time students with valid ID
In-person attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week. Advance ticket sales end 1 hr prior to show. Remaining tickets may be purchased at the door.
Streaming passes: $15
The link will remain active thru July 26
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Join Hélène Papadopoulos for an evening of piano at An die Musik Live!
Pushing Boundaries - In Resonance: J.S. Bach's Toccatas
and Franz Schubert's last three Sonatas over a year
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Following her performances of Bach’s complete Clavier-Übung over a year, pianist Hélène Papadopoulos returns to An die Musik Live with a new concert series: Pushing Boundaries - In Resonance.
This time, she brings together two remarkable collections of keyboard works: J.S. Bach’s Toccatas and Franz Schubert’s last three sonatas. Though separated by more than a century, these compositions represent pivotal moments in the evolution of keyboard music, each expanding the possibilities of their instrument and pushing the boundaries of form, style, and expression.
Program:
Johann Sebastian Bach
Toccata in F-sharp minor, BWV 910
Franz Schubert
Piano Sonata No. 20 in A Major, D. 959
I. Allegro
II. Andantino
III. Scherzo: Allegro vivace
IV. Rondo: Allegretto
Next performance
Saturday, November 22, 2025@ 2:00pm – 4:00pm (EST)
Hélène Papadopoulos is a pianist celebrated for her intricate and sensitive interpretations, particularly of J.S. Bach's music, and possesses a transversal vision of music creation and performance. With advanced degrees in piano, harpsichord, cello, and chamber music from the Conservatoire National de Région de Strasbourg and the École Normale de Musique in Paris, as well as a PhD in computational musicology from IRCAM / Paris Sorbonne University, she performs both as a soloist and chamber musician across Europe and North America.
For a full bio, please visit www.helenepapadopoulos.com
Limited in-person seats: $25 / $10 full-time students with valid ID
In-person attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.
Streaming passes: $15
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Geno Marriott is an American jazz musician, producer, and entrepreneur. Known in music circles as “GMusic”, he is the bandleader of the popular Washington, DC area contemporary smooth jazz group “The Spirit of Jazz.” The group also includes Kevin Carter, Tony Brown, Patrick Clark and Ralph “Bubbie” Jackson. The Spirit of Jazz has grown, opening for and sharing the same stage with Smooth Jazz Artists such as Dove Koz, Boney James, Marcus Johnson, Marcus Anderson, Jonathan Butler, Candi Daulpher, Julian Vaughn, Paul Taylor, Jaheim Joyner, and Bill Medley from The Righteous Brothers (“You Lost That Loving Feeling”).
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The Baltimore Irish Music School is proud to present fiddlers Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen at An Die Musik!
Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen are an Irish fiddle duo from Boston, Massachusetts. Their playing is steeped in a lifelong study of Irish traditional music, yet colored by their American roots. The pair have honed a unique twin-fiddle style, sometimes playing in taut unison, other times exploring chordal harmonies and rhythmic or melodic variations. Together, they've released several projects, including Life Is All Checkered, Ship in the Clouds, and most recently, Brightly or Darkly.
“The music they make together is truly stunning” - Daniel Neely
— Irish Echo
“The duo are a practically perfect pairing of musicians” - Rob Fearnley
— Bright Young Folk
“Their reinterpretations make these tunes not only timeless but refreshingly new” - Fernando Ferreira — World of Metal
Website: https://nathanandlauramusic.com/home
Album link: https://nathanandlaura.bandcamp.com/album/brightly-or-darkly
In-person seats: $20 / $10 students
Attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.
Streaming passes: $15
The link will remain active through Aug 24