Aeden Alvarez is a Filipino R&B artist who grew up in Hong Kong. Moving to New York has allowed Aeden to juggle all his talents, from singing and being a content creator to reading tarot cards at Washington Square Park.

retro baby is a bundle of glitter and dynamite with one rule: sing along if you know it! This effervescent NYC duo, Paige Siegwardt and Ryan Nicholls, deliver blow after blow of your favorite 80s/90s/2000s hits.

Celebrate National Poetry Month with poets and percussionists from the Puerto Rican diaspora. Presented by Nuyorican Poets Café in partnership with the Battery Park City Authority.

Saha Gnawa brings North African futurism to the U.S., uniting the founders of Innov Gnawa with leading figures from New York City’s jazz and contemporary music scenes to reimagine modern Gnawa music. Often referred to as “Sufi Blues,” Gnawa is rooted in Morocco’s ancient history. Over centuries, infectious rhythms and polytheistic spiritual beliefs originating from […]

Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just listen.

Born to Persian immigrant parents in New York City, Stephanie June has always turned to music as a universal language.

Born in France and raised in Paris and LA, French Senegalese singer Sateen creates worlds with her music that represent every shade of her soul.

Jake Owen and Mark McIntyre have been cultivating their friendship and musical unity in New York City since meeting in the downtown art-rock scene in 2015. Since then, they have been developing their rare guitar symbiosis and taste for adventurous songwriting in off-hours recording sessions and through Mark’s long-term residency at the 55 Bar in […]

Simona Daniele is an Italian jazz vocalist based in New York City. A Fulbright Alumni, she was awarded the prestigious scholarship in 2022, which enabled her to earn a second Master’s Degree in Jazz Performance from The City College of New York.

Raina Sokolov-Gonzalez is a singer and composer based in Brooklyn, New York. With both Hispanic and Jewish heritage, Raina comes from rich traditions of storytelling. Though her powerhouse vocals are the first thing to catch the ear, it is Raina’s lyricism and stories that make her an important voice of our time. Rooted in jazz, […]

Naledi is a globally multiple award-nominated, South African-born, New York-based vocalist, composer, and teaching artist captivating audiences worldwide with spirited and deeply rooted musical encounters. Her artistry draws from the rich tapestry of the jazz tradition, interwoven with storytelling and the vibrant influences of her African heritage.

Harlem Farr, also known as ‘hrlum,’ is a 25-year-old multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from South Carolina. Her musical journey began at just six years old when she started playing the piano by ear. With an extensive background in fine arts, two bachelor’s degrees in Music Theory/Composition and Spanish, Harlem has also acquired proficiency in guitar and […]

Josh Walker is an artist hoping to heal through music and storytelling.

Brazilian-American singer and songwriter.

Join us for an uplifting program that elevates emerging artists in our city. Students from Dorrill Initiative, Borough of Manhattan Community College, and Manhattan School of Music perform works ranging from classical standards to beloved theater tunes. 

Kely Pinheiro, a cellist from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, defies classical norms with her diverse musical journey. Raised in a music-loving family, she challenged stereotypes early on. Awarded a full-tuition scholarship at Berklee College of Music in 2018, Kely discovered her talent for singing, songwriting, and producing – blending Portuguese and English lyrics to connect […]

Elderbrook is bringing his Another Touch North American Tour with special guests Le Youth and Jerro to The Rooftop at Pier 17. Due to overwhelming demand, a second show has been added on Friday, May 2, 2025.

China Institute in America and the US-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music presents an exciting performance by the Bard East/West Ensemble, with the instrumentation of a Western string quintet, seven traditional Chinese instruments, and percussion. The program features a selection of Chinese musical compositions specially arranged to showcase the expressive range […]

Experience the Latin Grammy winning vocalist, musician, composer, producer, arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache, Mireya Ramos, whose versatility, natural improvisational skills, and beautiful tone has made her one of the top Latin artists in NYC.

Golden Thread Ensemble presents Yiddish Songs of Social Change, a program that explores the nature and dynamics of social change in the 20th century, featuring new arrangements for string quintet by Craig Judelman. Covering a wide array of topics including shifting opportunities for women, the struggle for workers’ rights, tensions between religious and secular movements, […]

In celebration of its 100th anniversary, The Dessoff Choirs joins forces with Trinity Choir, Downtown Voices, and NOVUS to take the audience on a soul-stirring journey through Giuseppe Verdi’s Requiem. The epic work is paired with the world premiere of an exciting new choral work by Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Tania León commissioned for Dessoff’s centennial. Leading […]

Chloé Hogan is a Brooklyn based soul singer and songwriter from Orlando, Florida, and Top 16 finalist on Season 19 of NBC’s The Voice. She shares her intimate experience with love and loss through the heartwarming sonic partnership of her ten-year-old piano and honey-like vocals, captivating audiences across the globe.

Naomi Greene travels the world with an electric harp. The Parisian-Californian singer-songwriter has been a collaborator of acts such as La Femme, M83, and Laurent Voulzy. She will release her first solo EP in May 2025. Naomi sings with fragility and strength in both her mother tongues, and dusts off the harp in style.

Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just listen.

Experience saxophonist, vocalist, and composer Camille Thurman alongside the Darrell Green Quartet as they showcase their talents at Jazz at One. Renowned for her ability to seamlessly transition between virtuosic saxophone solos and soul-stirring vocals, Thurman captivates audiences with a style that blends jazz, soul, and blues into a dynamic, genre-defying sound. As a trailblazer […]

Angela Kraft Cross is an internationally respected virtuoso organist, pianist, and composer — and also an eye surgeon, with dual degrees in physics and organ performance from Oberlin College. Her passion for sharing the joys of her instrument keeps her performing for a wide-ranging audience. Today’s program includes both her original pieces and those of […]

Trivium and Bullet For My Valentine bring The Poisoned Ascendancy Tour with special guests August Burns Red & Bleeds From Within to The Rooftop at Pier 17.

Hear pieces from two distinct phases of Bach’s prolific Leipzig period, when he wrote most of the cantatas we perform today. Nun is das Heil und die Kraft represents his first few years in the German city, when he composed sacred works. Meanwhile, grand Cantata 207, Vereinigte Zwietracht der wechselnden Saiten, highlights the phase when he […]

Join the Museum of Jewish Heritage and singer-songwriter Alex Blue for a concert followed by an audience Q&A. Alex Blue (she/her) is a Jewish-Mexican folk singer-songwriter from Aurora, CO. With a diverse range of influences spanning from Fleetwood Mac and Joni Mitchell to Shaun Colvin, Patty Griffin, and Gaby Moreno, Alex’s music carries echoes of […]

Pingtan (评弹), a time-honored performing art from southern China, masterfully fuses storytelling, lyrical singing, and playful banter to bring characters and tales vividly to life. Characterized by its poetic dialect, expressive delivery, and delicate string accompaniment, Pingtan conveys not only humor and drama but also deep cultural insights through the artistry of voice and music. […]

Jazz Icons features renowned bassist, composer, and bandleader Buster Williams — whose profound influence has shaped the genre for more than six decades — in his first Trinity performance. Born in Camden, New Jersey, Williams began his career in the early ’60s, quickly rising to prominence with his impeccable technique, deep tone, harmonic innovation, and […]

Acclaimed alto saxophonist, composer, arranger, and educator Godwin Louis has graced stages around the globe. Born in Harlem and raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Port au Prince, Haiti, he taps into every corner of his multicultural background to create his work. The result is a diverse palette of jazz, gospel, classical, and world music bolstered […]

Peter Cat Recording Co. will be performing The Rooftop at Pier 17 on May 13, 2025 as part of their Tour of the Americas 2025. Peter Cat Recording Co. was formed in 2010. Imagined as a radio station from the near future or a vinyl from the distant past, their true identity transcends any single […]

Organist Mina Marie Jelinek has worked at such high-profile venues as the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, and studied with teachers from the acclaimed Eastman School of Music, The Juilliard School, and the National Conservatory of Paris. Her program consists of virtuosic French works and pieces by Johann Sebastian Bach. 

Experience a beautiful cantata written by Johann Sebastian’s older cousin, Johann Christoph Bach. Mein Freundin, du bist schön is a joyous setting of love poetry from the Song of Songs. Most likely performed at the wedding of Johann Sebastian’s older brother, it’s one example of the prodigious talent that preceded J. S. Bach and ran […]

Leave the city’s chaos behind when you enter the jewel-box Chapel of All Saints for a 45-minute program of early music. This installment in our Tiny Concerts series features the cantata Mein Freundin, du bist schön, written by Johann Sebastian’s older cousin, Johann Christoph Bach. Most likely performed at the wedding of Johann Sebastian’s brother, […]

Live performance of "The Legacy of Welles Remy Crowther: The Man in the Red Bandana," a documentary play by Lisa Rafferty created verbatim from interviews with Welles' friends, family, and others impacted by his courage and compassion. For this special event, the play will be presented as a concert-reading performance, featuring a cast of 15, […]