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Dianne Reeves Dianne Reeves is one of the pre-eminent jazz vocalists in the world today, known for her virtuosity, improvisational prowess and unique jazz and R&B stylings. Reeves has received five Grammy Awards for Best Jazz Vocal Album, an honorary doctorate of music from Juilliard and was recently named a 2018 National Endowment of the Arts Jazz Master. “…one of the most powerful, purposeful and accurate voices of this or any time.” – Wynton Marsalis

Janet Evra Vocalist, bassist, composer and songwriter Janet Evra performs on premier stages across the U.S. and Europe, blending traditional bossa nova, samba and Latin jazz with a modern twist. Performing songs in English, Portuguese, Spanish and French, Evra’s Coffee Concert debut will revisit French favorites from Edith Piaf and Charles Trenet, including “La Mer” “La Vie en Rose.” She will also explore some newer contributions to the French jazz genre from contem...

Peter Martin In lieu of touring during the COVID-19 pandemic, acclaimed jazz pianist Peter Martin found a new normal by performing a series of solo piano concerts live from Open Studio. Martin is ecstatic to be returning to the impeccable acoustics of the historic Sheldon Concert Hall, where he has shared so many musical high points over the past 15+ years, with wonderful audiences, guest artists and fellow collaborators. Peter Martin is an acclaimed jazz pianist who has performed and recorded o...

All That Totally '90s Prom Dust off your Doc Martens and pull out your velvet chokers as the Friends of The Sheldon take you back to the phattest decade in history! A slammin’ DJ, nostalgic door prizes and raffle items, “spiked” punch and the crowning of the best dressed “Prom Royalty” will make this an evening you’ll never forget.

Las Cafeteras Las Cafeteras have taken the music scene by storm with their infectious live performances that cross genre and musical borders. Born and raised east of the Los Angeles River, Las Cafeteras remix roots music, telling modern day stories to create a vibrant musical fusion with a unique East L.A. sound and positive message.

Dianne Reeves Dianne Reeves is one of the pre-eminent jazz vocalists in the world today, known for her virtuosity, improvisational prowess and unique jazz and R&B stylings. Reeves has received five Grammy Awards for Best Jazz Vocal Album, an honorary doctorate of music from Juilliard and was recently named a 2018 National Endowment of the Arts Jazz Master. “…one of the most powerful, purposeful and accurate voices of this or any time.” – Wynton Marsalis

Watkins Family Hour Founding members of Nickel Creek Sean and Sara Watkins created the Watkins Family Hour in 2002 as a side-outlet to try original songs and a few covers that weren’t quite right for the band. The siblings harness an energy and honesty that can only be experienced live.

Winter Wonderland featuring Zoe Vonder Haar, John Flack, Ben Nordstrom, Emily Kuhn and Steve Neale Kick off your holidays with the festive sounds of the season! Zoe Vonder Haar is one of St. Louis’ most acclaimed musical theatre performers, with national touring roles and awards for her work at STAGES St. Louis and The Muny to her credit. Join Zoe and some of St. Louis’ finest singers for this fun-filled, fast-paced morning of winter and holiday favorites, old and new.

My Bluegrass Heart: Béla Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer & Bryan Sutton Over the last four decades, Béla Fleck has made a point of boldly going where no banjo player has gone before, a musical journey that has earned him 15 Grammys in nine different fields, including country, pop, jazz, instrumental, classical and world music. But his roots are in bluegrass, and that’s where he returns with his first bluegrass tour in 24 years. Featuring mandoli...

Zoe Vonder Haar & Friends These events, originally scheduled for December 8 & 9, 2020 as “Winter Wonderland,” have been rescheduled to June 8 & 9, 2021 at 10 a.m. as “Zoe Vonder Haar and Friends.”