Wed, Oct 2
Nordic pop-soul showcase: Emilia Qvist – 5:30pm
Civic Alliances Series
Singer-songwriter Emilia Qvist comes from Helsinki, Finland, and grew up in the town of Sipoo on the coast of southern Finland. With her Finnish roots at the core, Emilia draws from a rich tapestry of musical influences, composing her own songs in Swedish and English and delivering performances that resonate deeply with her audience. She is a captivating pop-soul artist who effortlessly weaves Nordic depth into her music, creating a sound that is both authentic and refreshingly unique. Her debut singles, Innan det är för sent (2022) and Nåt gott (2023), marked her as a rising star in Finland’s vibrant music scene.
Thu, Oct 3
Aeden Alvarez – 5:30pm
33W Series
Aeden embodies what happens when you major in musical theater as a soulful R&B artist. After years of honing his craft and balancing his love for all genres of music, Aeden writes his own songs, each inspired by people in his life. Aeden hopes his songs help others feel and heal.
Fri, Oct 4
Calvin Jones Quartet featuring Garvin Blake on Steel Pans – 5:30pm
Park Avenue Artists’ Spotlight
The Calvin Jones Quartet plays jazz and calypso standards in an array of styles and rhythms. One of Mr. Jones many projects, he has also recorded on over 60 CDs and played with orchestras and groups spanning many genres. Mr. Jones recently played in the orchestra for PAC NYC’s production of Cats: “The Jellicle Ball.” Steel Pan Player Garvin Blake was born in Belmont, Trinidad and began playing at age 6. His family moved to Brooklyn when he was 9 and he continued to engross himself in the tradition of pan playing from his native Trinidad. Garvin has recorded two CDs: Belle Eau Road Blues and Parallel Overtones and is a regular at the annual Steel Pan Day Concerts held at Lincoln Center.
Sat, Oct 5
As For the Future – 7:00pm
Annie O Presents at PAC NYC
As For the Future is a new Brazilian music-inspired group based in NYC. Drawing on a variety of styles – bossa nova, samba, MPB (Música popular brasileira) – and combining them with rock, jazz, folk, and soul influences, the group mates their distinctive sound with vibrant, original lyrics. Started by songwriter/musician David Nagler, As For the Future features vocalist Alexia Bomtempo, Mauro Refosco (David Byrne, Red Hot Chili Peppers), and others. The group took shape during the summer of 2020, when over 15 different musicians contributed remotely to the recording of new material.
Photo: Bernie DeChant
Thu, Oct 10
Fouad Dakwar – 5:45pm
Old Songs, New Songs Series
Fouad Dakwar is a Palestinian musical theater writer and Jonathan Larson Grant finalist whom Playbill aptly describes as “a darkly comic pop-punk composer on the rise.” Join Fouad for a part stand-up comedy routine, part punk show featuring his standalone repertoire as well as songs from his original musical, Fouad of Nazareth.
Fri, Oct 11
REBBY – 5:30pm
33W Series
Garnering over eight million views on TikTok, REBBY is an independent R&B/Soul artist from New York, making significant waves in the music industry with her captivating voice and authentic sound. Her independently released single, sayonara, achieved viral success and has landed on prominent Spotify editorial playlists. As she continues to carve out her niche, her much-anticipated EP, note to self, delivers more of her signature soulful sound. With her undeniable talent and rapidly growing influence, REBBY is an artist to watch in the coming years, poised to make a lasting impact on the music landscape.
Sat, Oct 12
lollise – 7:00pm
Annie O Presents at PAC NYC
After many years of recording and touring with Underground System and the FELA! band, lollise now shares her own bold Afro-futurist pop sound, rich with layers of kinetic, danceable percussion and gentle waves of ambient noise. lollise is a multi-disciplinary artist from Francistown, Botswana, based in NYC. Using sound, color, and movement, lollise tells stories in real and imagined worlds that are multidimensional and nuanced, historical and futuristic. She performs with a potent energy and commitment to the music, in body and in spirit.
Thu, Oct 17
Chloé Hogan – 5:30pm
33W Series
Chloé Hogan is a Brooklyn based soul singer/songwriter from Orlando, Florida, and Top 16 finalist on Season 19 of NBC’s The Voice. She shares her intimate experience with love and loss through the heartwarming sonic partnership of her ten-year-old piano and honey-like vocals, captivating audiences across the globe.
Thu, Oct 17
John Barera – 8:15pm
Oscillate
John Barera is a DJ, producer, and label owner based in NYC. His sound is rooted in techno and house’s most classic iterations: sturdy, barreling grooves, shimmering pads, deep liquid dubs and the occasional acid burn. Barera has been active as a DJ for over 15 years and has been releasing music since 2011. Resident Advisor called him one of the “New York techno scene’s hardest-working DJs.” He is the co-founder of JACK DEPT, the techno/acid label with Volvox, co-founder of Supply Records, member of B-Tracks, and an internationally touring DJ. He runs his own label called Cross Street Music.
Fri, Oct 18
Justus – 5:30pm
Park Avenue Artists’ Spotlight
Justus has completed degrees in violin performance at Texas Tech University, University of Southern California, and New England Conservatory. While completing his graduate degrees he performed and toured with ensembles such as Fermata, Myrska trio, American Youth symphony, Juventas, Cape Cod Chamber Orchestra and Griot Quartet. He now resides in New York City where he performs in musicals, orchestras, and chamber groups. Among them have been PAC NYC’s production of Watch Night directed by Bill T. Jones, Miss Lauryn Hill & The Fugees orchestra, and the Princeton Symphony Orchestra.
Sat, Oct 19
Kids Breaking League – 2:00pm
Family Programming
Kids Breaking League (KBL) is a community of coaches, parents, enthusiasts, and leaders who are guiding today’s youth to become leaders and members of this global community known as “Breaking.” KBL helps people, especially the youth, “break out of their shell,” changing lives one head spin at a time. Join us in a small lecture/demonstration on the art of breaking and witness the empowerment of youth through dance.
Sat, Oct 19
Andrew Kamel, feat Anson Jones – 7:00pm
Annie O Presents at PAC NYC
Andrew Kamel is first and foremost a poet. Kamel’s debut record dreaming is a romantic one, rife with songs about escapism, nostalgia, and yearning. Piano, voice, and lush strings haunt this striking debut. Kamel is looking forward to recording his next record, which will be a bright and bittersweet counterpart to dreaming. Singer-songwriter Anson Jones stands out with her unique blend of jazz, folk, rock, and R&B. Her first EP, A Way With Words, got a 4 1/2 star review from Downbeat Magazine, which placed it on their “Best of 2022” list. Her second EP, Unspoken, is at times introspective, at times carefree, the songs balance vintage warmth with modern vibrance.
Wed, Oct 23
BMCC Live: Monologue Slam – 3:00pm
Civic Alliances Series
Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC/CUNY) is proud to present free performances from the college’s music as well as speech, communication, and theatre arts departments as part of our afternoon showcase series each month.
Please be advised that this performance may contain coarse language and mature content. You can contact us at info@pacnyc.org for more information.
Thu, Oct 24
Meliki Hurd – 7:00pm
¡OYEME! Music Series
Meliki is a versatile artist from Brooklyn who uses storytelling at the core of all his work, whether in front of the camera or behind it. As a music artist, he draws on his acting background to infuse real-life stories into his lyrics. Meliki is a rising senior at Sarah Lawrence College and an alum of the Professional Performing Arts High School. He made his Broadway debut in Matilda the Musical at 12 years old. TV and film credits include The Last O.G., The Equalizer, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Recent projects include his sophomore album More Alive Than Ever.
Thu, Oct 24
Goldie Harris – 8:30pm
Oscillate
Blending house, hip-hop, R&B, UK garage, grime, reggae/dancehall, afrobeats, amapiano, and Brazilian funk, Goldie’s mission is to make you dance to the rhythm of a global fusion. This first-generation Jamaican American and proud LGBTQ artist has spun for major brands like BBC Ice Cream, Adidas, and Spotify, and captivated audiences at Art Basel and New York Fashion Week. A trailblazer in every sense of the word, Goldie’s unique cultural perspective and genre-bending style are not to be missed.
Fri, Oct 25
Michiko Egger – 5:30pm
Park Avenue Artists’ Spotlight
Michiko Egger is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter based in Brooklyn. She is best known for her work with the Tony Award-winning Broadway show, Hadestown. As a songwriter, Michi is deeply influenced by folk music, and her love of poetry, finger-style playing, and prepared guitar.
Sat, Oct 26
NYCHA Resident Showcase – 3:00pm
Civic Alliances Series
Spotlighting the incredible talents of public housing residents from across our city, this vibrant event features an array of performances, ranging from the powerful verses of spoken word poetry to dynamic dance routines, soulful music, and captivating singing. The showcase provides a platform for residents to express their creativity, share their stories, and connect with a broader audience, celebrating the rich cultural diversity and artistic brilliance within NYCHA communities. The New York City Housing Authority and the Public Housing Community Fund proudly co-sponsor this program.
Sat, Oct 26
Fusilier – 7:00pm
Annie O Presents at PAC NYC
Fusilier’s EP, Treason (Ba Da Bing!) locates its universe right after the Big Bang, where fragments join and create something entirely new. This liminal space in between is what occupies the mind of Atlanta-raised, Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist Blake Fusilier. Fusilier hypothesizes that the only road to true freedom of the spirit is through radicalization and reimagining. He questions the complexities of the self and the realities of race and sexuality alongside the expectations of the artist, asking: “How can I exist given that the size of my imagination of me doesn’t yet fit into the ways I am seen?”
Photo: Elliott Jerome Brown
Wed, Oct 30
Baaba Maal – 9:00pm
Icons of Culture Festival
Born in the far north of Senegal, Baaba Maal sings about the technological, political, and environmental pressure on Africa as a country and continent, but still sings of his hometown of Podor on the edge of the Sahara desert, a place where many of the cultures of Western Africa meet. Baaba Maal fuses traditional West African instruments and rhythms with a dramatically modern electronic approach. His music mixes personal and communal concerns with grand universal themes to produce an immersive soul music, reflected on his latest, widely acclaimed album, Being.
Thu, Oct 31
Peter X – 5:30pm
Icons of Culture Festival
Peter X is a Brooklyn based DJ and the curator behind Oscillate. His sound deftly blends together a number of genres from disco to minimal, capturing audiences and keeping them moving all night long.