Saturday, March 28, 2026
6:30-8:30 pm (2 sets)

Paul Carr Quintet, featuring Steve Washington

A Tribute to John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman

Experience an unforgettable evening of elegance and soul as the Paul Carr Quintet takes the stage for a tribute to two legends: John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman.

Led by renowned Washington, DC saxophonist Paul Carr, this special performance celebrates the collaboration that redefined jazz balladry. Steve Washington will be on hand to recreate the lush intimacy of Hartman’s voice, and a lineup of DC favorites will deliver the brilliance of Coltrane’s sound.

Whether you’re a lifelong jazz devotee or discovering these classics for the first time, this concert offers a rare opportunity to relive the magic of two of jazz’s most respected artists. Join us for this special night at Jazz@Wesley—where jazz lives on.

BANDMEMBERS

Paul Carr, Sax
Steve Washington, Vocalist
Minh Vo, Piano
Michael Bowie, Bass
Kevin Kearney Jr., Drums

Day/Time: Saturday, March 28, 6:30-8:30 pm (2 sets)

Tickets: $20

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Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 5312 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20015

To enter the venue, go to the glass doors (not the red doors). The venue is wheelchair accessible. There is ample street parking.

Dinner with Jazz

Enjoy a homecooked dinner with your jazz. Members of our church prepare delicious and fresh hot meals in our Wesley kitchen.

Meals: $15

Includes a salad, rice, beverage (soda or water), and dessert. A la carte items are available.

Menu: Jerk chicken, baked chicken, turkey chili, and vegan chili.

Complimentary coffee and tea

Coming April 25: Brian Lenair

Jazz@Wesley is proud to welcome DC’s own saxophone phenomenon, Brian Lenair. Enjoy an evening of world-class music when Brian and his friends take the stage.

A gifted musician who treats his instrument as a natural extension of himself, Lenair brings over 25 years of industry excellence to our stage. From fronting the legendary group "Spur of the Moment" to collaborating with national greats like Will Downing, Jean Carne, and Angela Winbush, his career is defined by musical mastery.

Lenair’s artistry has garnered widespread acclaim in the Smooth Jazz world, including five nationally produced CDs and two Top 15 Billboard singles. His impact extends beyond the charts, earning him a 2023 Joseph R. Biden Lifetime Achievement Award for Community Service and a 2024 finalist spot in the Washington Area Music Awards (Wammies).

Lenair does not take his gift for granted. Every breath he takes, every note he plays, is to the Glory of God!

Here’s Lenair at our April 2025 Blues Brothers concert, sharing his considerable talents.

Day/Time: Saturday, April 25, 6:30-8:30 pm (2 sets)

Tickets: $20

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.

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!

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Show Highlights

December 2026. What a night! Bobby Felder and Friends blew the roof off. It was Bobby’s last performance at Jazz@Wesley before his passing. RIP Bobby! You will always be remembered with love.

The Benjie Porecki Trio astounded us on March 15, 2026 with their many jazz stylings. These cats can do it all: smooth, be-bop, and funk! What a thrilling way to spend a Sunday afternoon. (And is the bass player’s little boy destined to make this group a quartet some day?)

Our February 2026 Show was a Main Street Jazz success story! With Sharón Clark, vocalist, Harry Appelman, piano, Marshall Keys, sax, Mikel Combs, bass, and Ross Kaplan, drums, it was a powerhouse collection of DC greats.

The Blues Brothers featuring Tiya! were here April 2025. 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.

Wesley Campus, National United Methodist Church
5312 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20015 | Map and Directions

Telephone: (202) 363-4900