WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20
CHRIS BOTTI
The pop-jazz trumpeter, who recently contributed to Tony Bennett’s 80th birthday disc, begins his two-week residence in town. With Billy Childs, Mark Whitfield, James Genus & Billy Kilson.
Blue Note, 131 W. 3rd St. (at 6th Ave.), 212-475-8592; 8 & 10:30, $35/$50.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21
RIDD QUARTET
Jon Irabagon (saxophones), Kris Davis (piano), Reuben Radding (bass) & Jeff Davis (drums).
Tea Lounge, 837 Union St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), B’klyn, 718-789-2762; 9 & 10:30, free.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22
USTER WILLIAMS & SOMETHING MORE QUARTET
Williams (bass) is joined by Lenny White (drums), George Colligan (piano) & Steve Wilson (saxophones).
Sweet Rhythm, 88 7th Ave. S. (betw. Bleecker & Grove Sts.), 212-255-3626; 8, 10 & midnight; $25 +$10 min.
ARTURO O’FARRILL TRIO
The local Latin jazz icon appears with a smaller group.
Puppet’s Jazz, 294 5th Ave. (betw. 1st & 2nd Sts.), B’klyn, 718-499-2627; 9:15, 10:40 & midnight, $5 + 2 drink min.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23
MARILYN CRISPELL & TISZIJI MUNOZ
With Don Pate & Bob Moses.
The Stone, Ave. C (at E. 2nd St.),
no phone; 10, $15.
FREDDY COLE
Cole has a strong vocal resemblance to his deceased brother, Nat, but holds his own, as heard on the recent Tony Bennett tribute disc.
Birdland, 315 W. 44th St. (betw. 8th & 9th Aves.), 212-581-3080; 9 & 11, $35.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24
HARLEM GOSPEL REVUE
Under the artistic direction of Maurice Lynch & musical director Johnetta Bush, the Revue presents a journey through the evolution of gospel music.
Blue Note, 131 W. 3rd St. (at 6th Ave.), 212-475-8592; 12:30 & 2:30, $24.50
(includes brunch + 1 drink).
IKE STURM QUARTET
With the Saint Peter’s Choir.
St. Peter’s Church, 619 Lexington Ave.
(at 54th St.), 212-935-2200; 5, free.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 25
DOWNTOWN MUSIC GALLERY BENEFIT
Several regular performers and surprise guests appear at this special show.
The Stone, Ave. C (at E. 2nd St.),
no phone; 8 & 10, $20.
SATOSHI INOUE QUARTET
Inoue and his quartet showcase how Japan has evolved in the realm of instrumental music.
Blue Note, 131 W. 3rd St. (at 6th Ave.), 212-475-8592; 8 & 10:30, $10/$15.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26
DAVE STRYKER ORGAN TRIO
The local modern-jazz guitarist is a virtuoso who also has a strong traditional side. With Jared Gold & Tony Reedus.
Jazz Standard, 116 E. 27th St. (betw. Park & Lexington Aves.), 212-576-2232; 7:30 & 9:30, $20.
