Singer-songwriter Simreen and her band present an immersive program of original compositions and reimagined covers, blending elements of R&B, soul, and pop into a cohesive and engaging performance.
Sal DiFusco has extensive experience in writing, recording, producing, and performing with many world-class artists. He has toured the world performing original music.
The event features a dynamic program of performances showcasing the richness of Scanzonati's Italian songwriting, blending traditional and contemporary influences.
Featured drummer and bandleader Larnell Lewis will be interviewed as part of the 2025 Armand Zildjian Artist-in-Residence Program. The event will be moderated by Sean Skeete, dean of the Performance Division; Yoron Israel, chair of the Percussion Department; and Eric Gross, Zildjian relations artist and manager. The program will also include a question-and-answer segment for student participation.
Visiting artist Marcelo Bettoni invites you on a dual journey through jazz. One path follows The Routes of Jazz, the book tracing the genre’s evolution; the other dives deep into the vibrant Latin influences that have shaped its sound. Woven together, these two narratives create a rich, immersive experience that brings jazz history—and its global rhythms—to life.
