Jazz@Wesley
August 23, 2025 — David B Cole
Guitarist, entertainer, and songwriter, Cole delivers a dynamic mix of jazz, funk, and soul every time he takes the stage.
Renowned for his masterful touch on the guitar, his soulful, virtuoso style draws inspiration from legends like Curtis Mayfield, James Brown, and Carlos Santana.
Cole’s résumé speaks volumes: he has toured with The Delfonics, shared the stage with Roberta Flack, and earned a devoted following as a Jazz@Wesley favorite. He’s joined by The Main Street Blues, an all‑star lineup of some of DC’s finest musicians.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening with a true musical powerhouse. If you haven’t experienced David B. Cole live, now’s your chance to see why audiences keep coming back for more.
Date/Time: Saturday, August 23, 6:30-8:30 pm
Meal service begins at 6:15 pm
Tickets: $20
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Purchase tickets the night of the show: Tickets are also available at the door. Cash and credit card accepted.
Meal: $15
Choice of Jerk chicken, baked chicken, turkey chili, vegan chili
Location: Wesley 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.
Meals: $15
Includes a salad, rice, beverage (soda or water), and dessert. A la carte items are available.
Menu: Jerk chicken, baked chicken, turkey chili, and vegan chili.
Complimentary coffee and tea
Coming September 27: Verny Varela
Colombian salsa comes to Jazz@Wesley in September! Join us as Verny Varela — renowned composer, arranger, flutist, singer, and one of DC’s most dynamic talents — lights up our monthly jazz series with the vibrant, dance‑inspiring rhythms of his Afro‑Latin roots.
Experience the exhilarating blend of tradition and innovation that is Verny Varela – a true embodiment of the spirit of jazz.
Hailing from the rich musical landscape of Cali, Colombia, Varela is celebrated for weaving salsa and Afro‑Latin traditions into performances that pulse with improvisation and soul. His music reflects a lifetime of study and innovation, shaped in part by his advanced musical education, including a PhD from Howard University.
Varela's has shared the stage with salsa legends like Ismael Miranda and members of the Fania All Stars. He's also a familiar name to fans of the eclectic electronic group Thievery Corporation, having contributed his distinctive sound to their albums. His vocals were even used in a Ben Affleck movie!
With hit songs like "Matilde" and "He Vuelto Amar" and albums like "Amar de Nuevo" and "Gracias," Varela continues to captivate audiences with his soulful vocals and infectious rhythms.
Varela has performed on such important stages as the Lincoln Memorial, the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Theater, Smithsonian museums, and the embassies of Colombia, Italy, Panama, and France in Washington, DC.
His last Jazz@Wesley performance in 2023 had people dancing in the aisles and clapping for more. Experience the exhilarating blend of tradition and innovation that is Verny Varela – a true jewel of the DC music scene. Come discover the joy of Colombian Salsa!
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
July 2025. What a night! The amazing Hazel Mitchell Bell and crew turned up the heat with her cool, sultry vocals.
James Zimmerman impressed with his classic bebop style in April 2025.
Petra Martin brought the wow-factor to her July show at Jazz@Wesley. We have a “fever” for Petra!
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