Jazz@Wesley
Jazz@Wesley brings some of DC’s most notable jazz musicians to upper northwest DC on the fourth Saturday of each month. Join us for an evening of great music, great people, and great food.
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July 27, 2024 — Petra Martin
With just one listen to Ms. Martin’s silky belted tunes, you’ll lose yourself under her bluesy spell.
A vocalist for over 20 years, Petra had the opportunity of a lifetime to train under the tutelage of the late, great jazz balladeer and educator Ronnie Wells and husband, pianist Ron Elliston.
She’s performed at a wide array of prestigious venues and events, including Mr. Henry’s, The BlackRock Center for the Arts, the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival and for her beloved sorority Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
She'll be bringing along some of DC’s jazz favorites:
Jon Ozment, Piano
Wes "Sugar" Biles, Bass
Jeff Neal, Drums
Antonio Parker, Sax
Cost: $12
Tickets are available on the night of the show at the door. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Date/Time: Saturday, July 27, 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Wesley Campus, National United Methodist Church, 5312 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20015. (Located a few blocks north of Politics and Prose.)
Map and Directions. Enter from Connecticut Avenue, through the glass doors (not the red doors). Look for the neon “Jazz@Wesley” sign.
FAQs and Contact Info
Questions? See our list of FAQs.
Contact us: For general inquiries, email jazzatwesley@gmail.com.
To contact the booker for Jazz@Wesley, email songbirdtoo@live.com.
Dinner with Jazz
Enjoy a homecooked dinner with your jazz! Members of our church prepare delicious, fresh hot meals in our Wesley kitchen. We also offer complimentary coffee and tea, along with soda and water for purchase. (No alcohol is allowed.)
Meals: $15
Includes a salad, rice, beverage, and dessert. A la carte items are available.
Menu: Jerk chicken, baked chicken, turkey chili, and vegan chili.
Upcoming Shows
August 24, Phaze II Jazz
“Over the years, Washingtonians have been fortunate to witness with pride the extraordinary number of outstanding jazz groups that have sprung forth from our area. We have another bright star to get excited about, PHAZE II.” — Bob Jenkins, Smooth Jazz 105.9
Winner of the 13th Annual Capital Jazz Festival 2005 Capital Jazz Challenge Competition.
September 28, Latin Jazz Night
October 26, Brad Linde New Quartet
November 23, George V. Johnson
SAVE THE DATE: December 21, Bobby Felder & The Capitol All Stars Big Band: THE CHRISTMAS SHOW!
About Tiya!
Jazz@Wesley’s producer is Tiya Adé, a master vocalist, arranger, and songwriter. Known professionally as Tiya! this DC native’s talent has enabled her to perform with an array of well-known bands and musicians across the globe. Tiya! has been a fixture on DC's music scene for decades, wowing audiences with her rich voice and electric performances. Find out more about Tiya!
Show Highlights
Della Tamin and Olayimika Cole at June’s Jazz@Wesley.
Rick Alberico and his crew came out swinging. A wonderful night indeed!
The Blues Brothers featuring Tiya! were here April 27. They did not disappoint. There were sax solos, guitar riffs, a surprise performance from In Process, dancing in the aisles, and Tiya! blessing us with her considerable talent. It was a funky good time.
The Harry Appelman Trio performed on April 21, 2024 in a free concert sponsored by the DC Federation of Musicians in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month.
The Muneer Nasser Quintet gave an incredible performance in March 2024.
The incomparable Sharón Clark singing at Jazz@Wesley in 2022.
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Wesley Campus, National United Methodist Church
5312 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20015 | Map and Directions
Telephone: (202) 363-4900