KOKAYI

KOKAYI

Sat, May 16, 2026 • 7:00 PM—10:00 PM

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Live Music

  KOKAYI - vocals Drew Kid - keys Sheldon Thwaites - drums Kris Funn - bass KOKAYI describes "new energy" in his new album “An Eponymous Jont”, which was released on April 30th! ⁠ KOKAYI is a GRAMMY-nominated musician, improvisational vocalist, producer, author, speaker, and multidisciplinary fine artist. A Guggenheim Fellow for Music Composition—the first emcee to receive the honor—he is also a Halcyon Arts and Nicholson Arts Fellow, and a TEDxWDC presenter. He appears on over 60 recordings spanning jazz, hip hop, rock, and R&B, and is the author of You Are Ketchup: and Other Fly Music Tales (Globe Pequot)⁠ General Seating $33.50 ($22.50 for members; $15 for student members) Cabaret Seating $45 ($28 for members) Livestream $22.50 ($7.50 for members) *Pricing listed includes online purchasing fees. Fees not applicable for in-person sales.   7pm Set 9pm Set LIVESTREAM TICKETS COMING SOON! Livestream 7pm Livestream 9pm SPONSORSHIP The Jazz Gallery is a not-for-profit arts organization presenting emerging artists who challenge convention, take creative risks, and lead their field as performers, composers and thinkers. We provide a platform for artists to discover their unique voice and a home for established musicians to continue to experiment and grow. At The Jazz Gallery, artists and audiences come together from around the world to explore new creative ideas, collaborate and celebrate jazz as a dynamic art form that reflects our ever-changing world. We rely on the generosity of our members and community to keep the music playing, thank you for your continued and much appreciated support! If you would like to sponsor a Livestream Concert, please use the links above or be in touch with our Executive Director, Janet Luhrs, here. Silver Sponsorship $500 Gold Sponsorship $1000

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The Jazz Gallery

Performance venue for artists who challenge convention & take creative risks.