WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22
MARIA SCHNEIDER ORCHESTRA
The conductor, composer & arranger returns to town with her 18-piece band, performing originals & a selection of hard-bop favorites.
The Jazz Standard, 116 E. 27th St. (betw. Park & Lexington Aves.), 212-576-2232; 7:30 & 9:30, $30.
STEPHANE WREMBEL
The Gypsy guitarist celebrates the release of his new album, Barbès-Brooklyn, which blends standards and original music. With Jared Engel (bass), David Langlois (washboard & percussion) & Olivier Manchon (violin).
Joe’s Pub, 425 Lafayette St. (betw. E. 4th St. & Astor Pl.), 212-539-8778; 7:30, $12 + $12 min.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23
MELBA MOORE
The Tony Award-winning singer/actress performs highlights from her music & stage career.
Iridium Jazz Club, 1650 B’way (at W. 51st. St.), 212-582-2121; 8:30 & 10:30; $40 + $10 min.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24
THE MUSIC OF BENNY GOODMAN
The legendary ’40s bandleader is remembered during this weeklong residence. With Ken Peplowski (clarinet), Bucky Pizzarelli (guitar), Derek Smith (piano), Alec Dankworth (bass) & Chuck Redd (drums).
Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, 33 W. 60th St. (at B’way), 5th Fl., 212-258-9595; 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30, $30 + $10 min.
SHAUL BESSER GROUP
With Shaul Besser (piano), Masahiro Yamamoto (saxophones), Chris Tordini (bass) & Ziv Ravitz (drums).
Tea Lounge, 837 Union St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), B’klyn, 718-789-2762; 9 & 10:30; free.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25
WALLACE RONEY
The trumpeter plays hard-edged material but also shows a softer side and innovates with turntables in a jazz format.
Joe’s Pub, 425 Lafayette St. (betw. E. 4th St. & Astor Pl.), 212-539-8778; 9:30, $20 + $12 min.
LEZLIE HARRISON
The Harlem-raised vocalist presents an evening of soul standards. With Saul Rubin (guitar), Oliver Von Essen (organ) and Fred “Catfish” Alias (drums).
Sweet Rhythm, 88 7th Ave. S. (betw. Bleecker & Grove Sts.), 212-255-3626; 8 & 12, $20 + $10 min.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26
JAY LEONHART & WYCLIFFE GORDON DUO
On bass & trombone.
Blue Note, 131 W. 3rd St. (at 6th Ave.), 212-475-8592; 12:30 & 2:30; $19.50 (includes brunch + 1 drink).
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27
MSM AFRO CUBAN ORCHESTRA
Formed by students from the Manhattan School of Music, the orchestra performs selections from legendary artists like Tito Puente, Bebo Valdés & others. Conducted by Bobby Sanabria.
Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, 33 W. 60th St. (at B’way), 5th Fl., 212-258-9595; 7:30 & 9:30; $15 + $10 min.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28
SUE MATSUKI
This newcomer is the featured artist in tonight’s vocal series.
Sweet Rhythm, 88 7th Ave. S. (betw. Bleecker & Grove Sts.), 212-255-3626; 8 & 9:30, $15 + $10 min.
