Mar 2, 2026 9:58 PM
In Memoriam: John Hammond Jr., 1942–2026
John P. Hammond (aka John Hammond Jr.), a blues guitarist and singer who was one of the first white American…
For one set Friday night, March 21, Birdland in New York will turn into grand birthday bash for pianist Marian McPartland, who will celebrate her birthday in style with many of her musical friends.
The legendary pianist/composer/educator/radio host and all around jazz ambassador will be joined by Karrin Allyson, Barbara Carroll, Regina Carter, Bill Charlap, Ravi Coltrane, Dave Douglas, Jon Faddis, Nnenna Freelon, Jim Hall, Jackie King, Jason Moran, Chris Potter, Loren Schoenberg, Curtis Stigers, Dr. Billy Taylor, Clark Terry, George Wein, Phil Woods, and more. Peter Jennings will host and comedian Alan King will also make an appearance. McPartland will perform with her guests featuring two different rhythm sections: bassist Bill Crow and drummer Joe Morello, and bassist Gary Mazzaroppi and drummer Glenn Davis. Cover for the event, which starts at 8 p.m., is $50. Call Birdland at 212-581-3080 for more information.
Hammond came to the blues through the folk boom of the late 1950s and early 1960s, which he experienced firsthand in New York’s Greenwich Village.
Mar 2, 2026 9:58 PM
John P. Hammond (aka John Hammond Jr.), a blues guitarist and singer who was one of the first white American…
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