Jazz@Wesley
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Ticket sales cover only part of our expenses. A gift this holiday season is essential to keep our program going! Read a message from Tiya!
OUR CHRISTMAS SHOW MADE THE LIST!!
Selected by CapitalBop as a Top 5 Jazz Pick for December. Read about it.
December 21 — The Christmas Show!!
Bobby Felder & The Capitol All Stars Big Band with Tiya!
Tickets: $25
Meals: $15
Get Ready for the BIGGEST Jazz@Wesley Christmas Show EVER!
Bobby Felder is back with his annual holiday jazz extravaganza, and this year, he's pulling out ALL the stops. Join us for a night of big bold Christmas cheer with a massive 17-piece band, featuring many of DC's finest jazz musicians.
A CapitalBop Top 5 Recommendation for December 2024, this show is not to be missed.
As a special treat, our very own Tiya! will be joining the ensemble too, adding her soulful vocals to the mix.
We're returning to our cozy Fellowship Hall, where you can feast on a selections of audience-favorite entrees: jerk chicken, baked chicken, vegan chili, and turkey chili. For this holiday show, we’re adding an expanded selection of sides. All at the same $15 meal price.
So mark your calendars and get ready for a night of holiday magic and musical mastery. This is one show you won't want to miss!
Online Ticket Sales Now Closed
Tickets — and meals — are available for purchase the night of the show at the door. Cash and credit card accepted.
Ticket: $25 each
Meal: $15 each
Date/Time: Saturday, December 21, 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 5312 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20015. (Located a few blocks north of Politics and Prose.)
Map and Directions. Enter from Connecticut Avenue, through the glass doors (not the red doors). Look for the neon “Jazz@Wesley” sign.
Upcoming Show
Michael Thomas Quintet — January 25, 2025
The Michael Thomas Quintet is a powerful group deeply rooted in the rich tradition of jazz. Celebrating more than 25 years together, they have the unique capability to capture an audience and take them on a soulful ride. Come experience where Hard-bop and Blues swing joyfully together.
The Quintet is one of those rare jazz groups that have stuck together with the same members for over 25 years. Thomas, 59, has worked with tenor saxophonist Zack Graddy, pianist Darius Scott, bassist Kent Miller, and drummer Frank Williams IV — with no personnel changes — to make straight-ahead hard bop since 1999.
Even after all this time, “We still like each other!” Thomas says. This rapport is the key to keeping the band going. “The main thing is respect and love, personally and musically.” Always a fun time, come out and join us at the kick-off event for Jazz@Wesley’s 2025 season!
FAQs and Contact Info
Questions? See our list of FAQs.
Contact us: For general inquiries, email jazzatwesley@gmail.com.
To contact the booker for Jazz@Wesley, email songbirdtoo@live.com.
Dinner with Jazz
Enjoy a homecooked dinner with your jazz! Members of our church prepare delicious, fresh hot meals in our Wesley kitchen. We also offer complimentary coffee and tea, along with soda and water for purchase. (No alcohol is allowed on the premises.) For the Christmas Show, we are offering an expanded selection of sides. Same meal price!
Meals: $15
Includes a salad, rice, beverage, and dessert. A la carte items are available.
Menu: Jerk chicken, baked chicken, turkey chili, and vegan chili.
About Tiya!
Jazz@Wesley’s producer is Tiya Adé, a master vocalist, arranger, and songwriter. Known professionally as Tiya! this DC native’s talent has enabled her to perform with an array of well-known bands and musicians across the globe. Tiya! has been a fixture on DC's music scene for decades, wowing audiences with her rich voice and electric performances. Find out more about Tiya!
Show Highlights
August saw some of the coolest cats in town, Phaze 2 Jazz, bring their smooth and funky sounds.
Petra Martin brought the wow-factor to her July show at Jazz@Wesley. We have a “fever” for Petra!
Della Tamin and Olayimika Cole at June’s Jazz@Wesley.
Rick Alberico and his crew came out swinging. A wonderful night indeed!
The Blues Brothers featuring Tiya! were here April 27. They did not disappoint. There were sax solos, guitar riffs, a surprise performance from In Process, dancing in the aisles, and Tiya! blessing us with her considerable talent. It was a funky good time.
The Harry Appelman Trio performed on April 21, 2024 in a free concert sponsored by the DC Federation of Musicians in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month.
The Muneer Nasser Quintet gave an incredible performance in March 2024.
The incomparable Sharón Clark singing at Jazz@Wesley in 2022.
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Wesley Campus, National United Methodist Church
5312 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20015 | Map and Directions
Telephone: (202) 363-4900