Celebrate International Jazz Day with the National Jazz Museum in Harlem! On April 30th, from 2pm-6pm, join NJMH at Dear Mama! Coffee in Harlem (611 W 129th St, New York, NY 10027) to celebrate this special day and listen to exceptional music provided by three special bands: Nomadic Path; the Lisa La Touche Quartet; and Christopher McBride & the Whole Proof. These inimitable bands will put on special performances that you’re sure to enjoy!

Nomadic Path:

Nomadic Path is ‘Music for the People,’ connecting sounds of the past and present to generate organic human connections. A joyous experience is delivered utilizing jazz, R&B, soul, funk, pop, and rock. The group features Enrique Cruz DeJesus (Singer/Bandleader), David Fernandez (keyboard), Eli Naragon (bass), Carlos Chong (guitar), and Alex Garcia (drums).

Lisa La Touche Quartet:

The Lisa La Touche Quartet brings audiences an experience of Tap Dance, its culture and instrumentation, as a relationship to the music and sounds of Black American Jazz and beyond. The band features Lisa La Touche (taps & leader), William Hill III (piano), Jennifer Vincent (bass), and E.J. Strickland (drums).

Christopher McBride & The Whole Proof:

Christopher McBride & The Whole Proof is a sonic experience that explores the African American musical landscape. The Whole Proof presents original compositions written by Christopher McBride and by with other members of the band, along with a small mix of standards and covers. The original compositions written by McBride fit his listening ear when it comes to music: a wide variety of genres. Multiple styles are infused throughout the music: influences include the African diaspora, R&B, Hip-Hop, Gospel, Latin Music and soul. And throughout all, there is a strong rooting in ‘straight-ahead’ swing that keeps listeners dancing in and out of their seats.

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