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A Symphony of Soul: Holland-Dozier-Holland’s Timeless Tribute at the 92nd Street Y
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Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

A Symphony of Soul: Holland-Dozier-Holland’s Timeless Tribute at the 92nd Street Y

Experience the transformative power of Motown’s most outstanding songwriting trio at the 92nd Street Y’s spectacular celebration, featuring Broadway stars and world-class musicians. Two performances remain (November 9-10) of this visually stunning, emotionally resonant journey through America’s musical soul—an unmissable synthesis of history, artistry, and pure communal joy.

Hugh Jackman: Live From New York with Love – Concert Review
Cabaret
Victoria L. Dammer

Hugh Jackman: Live From New York with Love – Concert Review

Hugh Jackman delivered a breathtaking two-hour spectacle at Radio City Music Hall, showcasing his incredible versatility as guitarist, pianist, and powerhouse vocalist. From The Greatest Showman hits to Neil Diamond classics, plus a show-stopping guest performance, this multi-talented superstar proved why he’s truly one of entertainment’s greatest showmen.

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party at Birdland: NYC’s Premier Broadway Showcase
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party at Birdland: NYC’s Premier Broadway Showcase

Since 2003, Broadway legends and rising stars converge every Monday at 9:30 PM for Manhattan’s most electric musical gathering. Host Jim Caruso orchestrates spontaneous magic as established performers mentor newcomers on Birdland’s legendary stage. This intimate, unrehearsed cabaret experience represents New York’s last authentic musical democracy—unmissable.

Billy Stritch and Gabrielle Stravelli Set Birdland Ablaze
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Billy Stritch and Gabrielle Stravelli Set Birdland Ablaze

Good evening from Birdland, where tonight Gabrielle Stravelli and Billy Stritch transformed song into pure magic—two master artists creating musical alchemy that reminds us why jazz is the heartbeat of this city

Laurie Roldan: A Song For You – The Music of Karen Carpenter at The Green Room 42
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Laurie Roldan: A Song For You – The Music of Karen Carpenter at The Green Room 42

In an era when the world feels increasingly fractured and complex, Laurie Roldan arrived at The Green Room 42 like a beacon of comfort and hope. Her tribute to Karen Carpenter, “A Song For You,” offered more than mere musical interpretation—it delivered a genuinely personal meditation on resilience, faith, and the healing power of song. Resplendent in a white sequined ensemble that caught every stage light, Roldan commanded attention from her opening moments with Leon Russell’s “A Song For You”—a perfect choice that immediately established the evening’s intimate, confessional tone. But her warmth, not her sparkle, truly captivated the audience.

Celia Berk: For The Record
Cabaret
Holli Harms

Celia Berk: For The Record

Once you hear the music though, the sounds are oh so familiar, the melodies already have a place in your heart, and Celia’s vocal range will take you into the time of the heyday of jazz when life was not fraught with phones, text, emails, instagrams, and all the distractions that keep us from the beauty of the moments of everyday magic.

Klea Blackhurst: A Resplendent Evening of Musical Treasure
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Klea Blackhurst: A Resplendent Evening of Musical Treasure

In the intimate confines of Chelsea Table + Stage, that most welcome addition to New York’s array of distinguished musical venues, Klea Blackhurst delivered a performance of such artistry that one could easily imagine the ghosts of Broadway’s golden age nodding in approval from the shadows. Her presentation of “Autumn in New York: Vernon Duke’s Broadway” on Sunday evening proved not merely a recital but rather a vibrant renaissance of one of American musical theater’s most intriguing compositional voices. With infectious enthusiasm, Blackhurst guided her audience through the fascinating career of a man who, as she aptly noted, could “dine regularly with both Prokofiev and Gershwin.”

Gabrielle Stravelli at Birdland Jazz Club NYC
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Gabrielle Stravelli at Birdland Jazz Club NYC

Jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli has always carried the torch of the American Songbook with elegance and an unmistakable voice that sparkles with charm, authenticity, and life. At her recent performance at Birdland Jazz Club, Stravelli did far more than entertain—she enraptured. With a keen sense of drama, humor, and a voice that could melt or invigorate, she delivered a vocal jazz performance that reminded us why live music remains irreplaceable.

Kinan Azmeh and CityBand Bring the Soul of Syria to Joe’s Pub
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Victoria L. Dammer

Kinan Azmeh and CityBand Bring the Soul of Syria to Joe’s Pub

Azmeh acknowledged that the horrors in Syria had inspired much of his music. He then added, “The dictator is gone, and the melody survived,” referencing the recent news that Assad had fled the country. His words were met with resounding applause.

A Symphony of Soul: Holland-Dozier-Holland’s Timeless Tribute at the 92nd Street Y

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