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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 contemporary artists such as Pink Martini, Cyrille Aimee and Koop.

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 on six continents with Wynton Marsalis, Dianne Reeves, Betty Carter, Christian McBride and Joshua Red...

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.