Vocalist Josephine Beavers returns to 54 Below on Tuesday, December 6 and Thursday, December 29, both at 9:30 PM. She will be accompanied by her Manhattan All-Star Quintet under the direction of pianist-arranger Ed Vodicka.
Beavers will perform hits from the Great American Songbook, seasonal and holiday favorites including her new single, “I Wish It Could Be Christmas Forever.” In addition, Josephine will also bring the music of her new TV documentary, The Musician’s Green Book, which airs on PBS on Saturday, November 26.
The daughter of D.C. Jazz circuit artist, Laura Joy, Beavers was raised on standards, watching her mother share the stage with the likes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, The Charlie Byrd Trio and other accomplished jazz immortals. Beyond marriage and motherhood, Beavers began singing at major corporate events, opened for The Count Basie Orchestra and also toured with McDonald’s All American High School Band for which she developed and maintains a longtime relationship.
There is a $30-$40 cover charge ($34.50-$45.50 with fees) and $25 food and beverage minimum. Tickets and information are available at www.54Below.com. Tickets on the day of performance after 4:00 PM are only available by calling 646-476-3551.
54 Below is located at 254 W 54th St., New York, NY
