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Bach’s “St. John Passion” (BWV 245) is a profound oratorio composed in 1724. It dramatizes the events of Christ’s crucifixion, blending chorales, recitatives, arias, and choruses. Known for its emotional depth and intricate musical architecture, the work vividly portrays the Passion narrative from the Gospel of John. Bach’s masterful use of vocal and instrumental forces creates a powerful spiritual and dramatic experience, making the “St. John Passion” a cornerstone of the choral and sacred music repertoire.

Shedrick Mitchell [Piano/Organ]
Charles Haynes [Drums]
Brandon Rose [Bass]
Special Guest Jason Nelson [Vocals]

Come and feel the essence, and dive musically into the roots and traditions of Jazz and Gospel. The Shedrick Mitchell Trio featuring Jason Nelson is going to take you on a journey with a show entitled, A Soulful Sunday. Presented by Dream Launchers.

St. Louis, Missouri native Shedrick Mitchell received formal piano training playing gospel, classical, and jazz music. While attending the Mannes School of Music, he started working with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, Pattie LaBelle, Yolanda Adams, Roberta Flack, and Kenny Garrett just to name a few. Shedrick later obtained his Master’s degree in Music Composition as he continued to expand his versatile list of artists to include Maxwell and Jay-Z. His favorite adage is “To whom much is given much is required”; he strives to live up to that every day.

Jason Nelson pastors The Tab, a thriving ministry in Windsor Mill, Maryland. He is also one of the most profound voices in gospel music and has been described as a rare gift to the Kingdom. His sensitivity to the presence and voice of the Lord, as well as his ability to release a sound that can shift any atmosphere is unmatched. Some of his greatest hits would include “Shifting the Atmosphere”, “Nothing Without You”, “I am” and “Forever”. And now with the release of his newest single, “Residue” (on the Tyscot/Fairtrade Label), Jason’s exceptional voice is sure to continue to have a transformative impact on all who hear.

Obasi Akoto and prominent members of the Greater Baltimore & Washington, D.C. Jazz Community will lead us in world-class performances almost every Tuesday, 7-10pm. Surround yourself with great company, soul lifting music, and wonderful food!

"A jazz renaissance is happening right here and right now at Keystone Korner." - Obasi Akoto

Free admission, unless otherwise indicated. Reservations are required. Two item food & beverage minimum.

Be a Shining Star at KEYSTONE KARAOKE featuring our LIVE House Band and hosted by Elyscia! Join us at the Golden Time of Day, 7pm, as we Groove With You for an evening filled with all your favorite R&B, Soul & Jazz top hits. Get Ready to sing alongside a live band that takes song requests. We'll be Twistin' The Night Away, and saying "Gimme Some More!" Don't worry, we'll Leave The Door Open for guests of all ages.

Keystone Korner Baltimore proudly presents SUN RA ARKESTRA Directed by Marshall Allen.

The Sun Ra Arkestra are known for their live shows that combine big band swing, outer-space jazz, dancing, singing, chanting and Afro-pageantry.

"Besides," Sun Ra once said, "that’s the way black people say ‘orchestra.'"

The Arkestra continue to tour the world and have performed in more than 25 countries including shows at the pyramids in Egypt and in the USSR, Carnegie Hall, the Berlin Jazz Festival, the Fillmore East, the Hollywood Bowl, Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel, the Newport Jazz Festival, Fuji Rock Festival, and the Kennedy Center.

During World War 11 Marshall Allen enlisted in the US Army 92nd Division Infantry and performed in the Army band. Marshall joined the Sun Ra Arkestra in 1955 and has been their leader since 1995. He was awarded a PEW Fellowship in 2012. Marshall continues to compose and record with the Arkestra. He tours with them when in driving distance of his home in Philadelphia and he greatly looks forward to the shows. An inner ear issue restricts his flying at this time.

In Marshalls own words: "My work is an extension of Sun Ra's mission to provide for the spiritual healing of the planet earth."

Keystone Kards are not applicable for this show.

Brent Birckhead [Saxophone & Woodwinds]
Romeir Mendez [Bass]
José André Montaño [Piano]
Devron Dennis [Drum Set]

April 11th Featured/Guest Artists:
Deborah Bond [Vocals]
Clarence Ward III [Trumpet & Saxophone]

The Exchange is a performance series celebrating the best of Baltimore's jazz scene, hosted by Brent Birckhead. Each performance will be recorded and multitracked to capture the unique sounds and styles of the participating artists, and these recordings will then be curated into a compilation album, also titled “The Exchange," showcasing the vibrant and diverse talent within Baltimore's jazz community. This project aims to elevate and highlight local jazz artists from Baltimore, providing them with greater exposure and creating a lasting tribute to Baltimore's rich jazz heritage.

Saxophonist Brent Birckhead is an award-winning artist, whose aesthetic is an intersectional amalgam of traditional and popular styles. Unbound by genre, Birckhead’s approach to woodwind artistry is driven by his compulsion for creative risk and deep respect for legacy. Educated at Howard University (BME, MM), Birckhead was named best blues/pop/rock soloist and outstanding instrumental jazz soloist by Downbeat Magazine as part of the annual Student Music Awards. The Baltimore native's talent earned him the honor of performing and touring with legendary artists including Lauryn Hill, Nas, Wale, Eric Benet, Larry Graham, George Duke and many more.

Brent Birckhead [Saxophone & Woodwinds]
Romeir Mendez [Bass]
José André Montaño [Piano]
Devron Dennis [Drum Set]

April 11th Featured/Guest Artists:
Deborah Bond [Vocals]
Clarence Ward III [Trumpet & Saxophone]

The Exchange is a performance series celebrating the best of Baltimore's jazz scene, hosted by Brent Birckhead. Each performance will be recorded and multitracked to capture the unique sounds and styles of the participating artists, and these recordings will then be curated into a compilation album, also titled “The Exchange," showcasing the vibrant and diverse talent within Baltimore's jazz community. This project aims to elevate and highlight local jazz artists from Baltimore, providing them with greater exposure and creating a lasting tribute to Baltimore's rich jazz heritage.

Saxophonist Brent Birckhead is an award-winning artist, whose aesthetic is an intersectional amalgam of traditional and popular styles. Unbound by genre, Birckhead’s approach to woodwind artistry is driven by his compulsion for creative risk and deep respect for legacy. Educated at Howard University (BME, MM), Birckhead was named best blues/pop/rock soloist and outstanding instrumental jazz soloist by Downbeat Magazine as part of the annual Student Music Awards. The Baltimore native's talent earned him the honor of performing and touring with legendary artists including Lauryn Hill, Nas, Wale, Eric Benet, Larry Graham, George Duke and many more.

Showtimes: 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM

Arturo Sandoval [trumpet]
Michael Tucker [saxophone]
William Brahm [guitar]
Maxwell Haymer [piano]
Luca Alemanno [bass]
Daniel Feldman [drums]
Samuel Torres [percussion]

2013 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient
10-time GRAMMY® Award winner, Emmy Award recipient
Six-time Billboard Award winner

A protégé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval was born in Artemisa, a small town in the outskirts of Havana, Cuba, on November 6, 1949, just two years after Gillespie became the first musician to bring Latin influences into American Jazz. Sandoval began studying classical trumpet at the age of twelve, but it didn’t take him long to catch the excitement of the jazz world. He has since evolved into one of the world’s most acknowledged guardians of jazz trumpet and flugelhorn, as well as a renowned classical artist, pianist and composer.

He is one of the most dynamic and vivacious live performers of our time, and has been seen by millions at the Oscars, at the Grammy Awards, and the Billboard Awards. Musicians and fans alike rightly marvel at his technical ability on the horn - the effortless high notes and the dizzying speed and execution of his improvised runs.

Keystone Kards are not applicable for this show.

Showtimes: 5:00 and 7:30

Arturo Sandoval [trumpet]
Michael Tucker [saxophone]
William Brahm [guitar]
Maxwell Haymer [piano]
Luca Alemanno [bass]
Daniel Feldman [drums]
Samuel Torres [percussion]

2013 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient
10-time GRAMMY® Award winner, Emmy Award recipient
Six-time Billboard Award winner

A protégé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval was born in Artemisa, a small town in the outskirts of Havana, Cuba, on November 6, 1949, just two years after Gillespie became the first musician to bring Latin influences into American Jazz. Sandoval began studying classical trumpet at the age of twelve, but it didn’t take him long to catch the excitement of the jazz world. He has since evolved into one of the world’s most acknowledged guardians of jazz trumpet and flugelhorn, as well as a renowned classical artist, pianist and composer.

He is one of the most dynamic and vivacious live performers of our time, and has been seen by millions at the Oscars, at the Grammy Awards, and the Billboard Awards. Musicians and fans alike rightly marvel at his technical ability on the horn - the effortless high notes and the dizzying speed and execution of his improvised runs.

Keystone Kards are not applicable for this show.

An die Musik Live! artist-in-residence Justin Taylor presents a monthly series with guest artists!

Justin Taylor, piano/organ/drums
Charles Brown, bass
Lester Wallace, Jr., drums

Whether dominating the ivory keys of a grand piano or the weighted 88, Justin Taylor commands a sound and style that captivates audiences and astounds the listener. His approach to creating music and connecting with his audiences nothing short of music mastery in its finest.

Because of Justin’s versatility. he is one of Baltimore’s most sought after young pianists. He has been performing for over 24 years with some of the music industry’s most prolific and well known jazz, gospel, and R&B artists. He’s performed with or opened for Grammy-nominated R&B/hip-hop artist Jaheim, pop singer K’Jon, Baltimore’s own national recording artist Maysa Leak, Corinthia Cromwell, Carl Grubbs, Tim Warfield, and others.

Justin is also a composer, producer and engineer. He is working on his debut project and has released a single called, “Trees”, which can be found on all music platforms. He has played on several albums in his career and has taught at Columbia and Baltimore School of Rock, and he has served on the artist-in-residency ensemble at Towson University.

Justin is a 2017 Towson University graduate, with a degree in Commercial Music with emphasis on jazz piano. At T.U. he studied under Tim Murphy, and he’s also taken classical piano lessons with Lawrence Crawford.

In-person seats: $20 / $10 students
Attendees receive a link to the recording to view for one week.

Streaming passes: $15
The link will remain active through Feb 30

Donations welcome!