The 13th Annual A Swinging Birdland Christmas, with vocalists Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso and Billy Stritch plays six performances from Tuesday, December 20 to Sunday, December 25 at 5:30 PM at Birdland Jazz Club. In addition to the trio of singers and Stritch on piano, the show features Steve Doyle on bass, and Daniel Glass on drums.
In the tradition of beloved seasonal specials, Blackhurst, Caruso and Stritch perform swinging arrangements of “The Christmas Waltz,” Kay Thompson’s “The Holiday Season,” “Sleigh Ride,” “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” “Snow” and “It Happened In Sun Valley,” among other favorites. This year they will include a special tribute to the late Freddy Cole, the celebrated jazz/pop singer and pianist—and cherished member of the Birdland family—who recently passed away.
The trio also released an updated version of their hit album Christmas at Birdland (Deluxe Edition) from Club44 Records with four new tracks. The album features guest artists Donny Osmond on vocals and Dave Koz on saxophone.
There is a $35 cover; call 212-581-3080 or visit BirdlandJazz.com for reservations.
Birdland is located at 315 West 44 Street, NYC
