A Swinging Birdland Christmas
Birdland's Yuletide Jazz
Experience the magic of the holiday season with an annual concert series at New York's iconic Birdland Jazz Club, featuring renowned jazz vocalists and instrumentalists.
About
"A Swinging Birdland Christmas" is an annual holiday show featuring vocalists Klea Blackhurst and Jim Caruso alongside pianist Billy Stritch, backed by bassist Steve Doyle and drummer Eric Halvorson. Drawing inspiration from classic television variety specials, the ensemble performs swinging arrangements of seasonal standards and jazz favorites. Now in its sixteenth year, the show has become a recurring tradition at Birdland Jazz Club in New York.
Music Style
The series showcases classic holiday tunes and popular jazz standards, performed with sophisticated swing and heartfelt interpretations. The musical style typically encompasses vocal jazz, traditional jazz, and big band influences, delivering a festive and elegant sonic experience.
Band Members
- vocals
- Klea Blackhurst(leader)
- vocals
- Jim Caruso(leader)
- piano
- Billy Stritch(leader)
- bass
- Steve Doyle
- drums
- Eric Halvorson
Background
- Hometown
- New York, New York, USA
- Instruments
- vocals, piano, bass, drums, saxophone (tenor), trumpet
- Active
- 2000s-present
Similar Artists
If you enjoy festive, sophisticated jazz from artists like Diana Krall, Michael Bublé, or the elegant tradition of holiday shows, you'll appreciate the spirit of 'A Swinging Birdland Christmas'.
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
A Swinging Birdland Christmas's next NYC show is Sunday, December 20 at Birdland Jazz Club.