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Open to professional jazz musicians, graduate students studying jazz, music educators and serious hobbyists, Louis Armstrong Legacy Monthly Jazz Jams invites musicians to perform at Flushing Town Hall. All are welcome, regardless of instrument (vocalists, too!). Our Steinway baby grand and drum kit are available at each Jam. Health and safety protocols will be in place so bring a mask, and feel free to bring your own microphone.

Flushing Town Hall's Mini-Global Mashup series brings together two amazing global music artists along with an accompanist for an afternoon of music, conversation and exploration.

The heart of Chinese Theatre Works’ collections of shadow figures, The Pauline Benton Collection represents a significant historical and ethnographic treasure trove as well as an artistic resource. Pauline Benton began collecting these figures in China during her stays in Peking during the 20’s and 30’s. Some of the shadow figures in the collection were already antiques she acquired them. A few date back as far as the 18th and early 19th centuries; and many regional styles of figure design are represented. Most of the figures in the collection Benton commissioned from local shadow craftsmen in the “Luanchow” style, popular at that time around the vicinity of Peking. She also commissioned several complete sets of figures and large scenic units somewhat larger than the traditional Luanchow-style figure, (14-19” tall, instead of the usual 9-12”).

Robert Mirabal and his Rare Tribal Mob band perform the music of his Taos, Pueblo heritage. An award-winning musician and flute maker, Mirabal performs flute songs, tribal rock, with storytelling and dance. Mirabal is a two-time Grammy Award winner; and he was twice named the Native American Music Award’s Artist of the Year. Students will learn about the diverse artistic traditions of Native Americans.

A dynamic celebration of West African music led by singer-songwriter and humanitarian Natu Camara. This performance will uplift young audiences with traditional music from Guinea infused with rock, jazz and storytelling. Students will be singing, clapping and dancing along.

Celebrate love and jazz on Valentine’s Day at Flushing Town Hall with Marion Cowings and Kim Kalesti. Marion Cowings, renowned for his velvety baritone voice and mastery of scat singing, has performed at prestigious venues such as the Kennedy Center and Lincoln Center. With a career spanning decades, his performances are a blend of sophistication, emotion, and storytelling that have captivated audiences worldwide.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and culture as Sangjaru, the renowned Korean folk fusion band, takes the stage! Blending the rich heritage of traditional Korean instruments with modern melodies and rhythms, Sangjaru creates a truly unique and electrifying sound that transcends borders and generations.

Krakauer & Tagg’s Good Vibes Explosion! is a touring project that was born in the midst of the pandemic lockdowns of 2020. Conceived and created by Grammy-nominated “ebullient clarinet wizard” (Time Out NY) David Krakauer and multi-instrumentalist/producer Kathleen Tagg, this project showcases a multi-generational/high-octane group of collaborators from very different backgrounds, hailing from the USA, Canada, Iran and South Africa.

Told entirely without words, this show features The Gottabees’ signature mix of puppetry, live music, physical theater, and joyously absurd silliness.

Jazz is an art form with no age limits! No one is too old or too young to play jazz. In our Majors and Minors of Jazz concert, young and old musicians will meet. Two quintets: “Minor” musicians (age 12 to 19) and “Major” musicians (age 80 to 97) will present tunes of each member’s choosing and featuring each individual member. The Elder Band of Majors will feature: Berth Hope (piano), Bill Crow (bass), Steve Little (drums), Keisha St. Joan (vocals), and Carol Sudhalter (saxophone), with very special guest: the legendary Houston Person (tenor saxophone). The Minors band features: Marielle Hyacinthe (piano), Jeremiah Mosquera (bass), Ezra Kessler (drums), Lexi Maire (vocals), and Ben Punzalan (alto saxophone).