Boston Pops Presents Tribute to Cole Porter on June 5-6

The world famous Boston Pops Orchestra is paying tribute to Cole Porter, starring vocalists Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley, at Boston Symphony Hall on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 5-6, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.

Tickets to the show are $22-$92 and can be purchased online or at Symphony Hall box office.

Maestro Keith Lockhart is conducting. 

The concert is part of the Boston Pops Visions of America program this season, which celebrates the musical heritage of the United States.  To see a full schedule click here.

You can find year round details on jazz taking place throughout Massachusetts by visiting MassJazz.com.

For tourism information, go to MassVacation.com and BostonUSA.com. 

Jazz Vocalist Valerie Stephens Performs at Darryl's in Boston's South End on June 2

Jazz and blues vocalist, Valerie Stephens is performing with her band at Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen in Boston's South End on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

Stephens, also a highly regarded actress, storyteller and educator, has won numerous awards, including the Urban Music Award in Blues and the NAACP's prestigious Image Award. 

For a full schedule of upcoming performances at Darryl's, click here.  Read a profile on Darryl Settles.

You can find year round details on jazz clubs, campus events, outdoor festivals, weekend brunches, hotel jazz, educational courses, radio stations and more by visiting MassJazz.com.

For visitor information, go to MassVacation.com and BostonUSA.com.

Guitar Masters Bob Wolfman and Larry Coryell Perform at Bull Run Restaurant on June 2

Two great jazz / blues /rock guitarists, Bob Wolfman and Larry Coryell, are performing with their band on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at Bull Run Restaurant in Shirley, starting at 8:00 p.m.

TIckets are $35 and can be purchased online or at the door. Doors open at 6:00 for dinner and seating. 

They're joined by James Cammack on bass, Kenwood Dennard on drums and vocals, and Ferdi Argenti on piano.

Here's a schedule of upcoming concerts at Bull Run Restaurant. 

You can find details on jazz concerts, night clubs, campus events and outdoor festivals year round in Massachusetts by visiting MassJazz.com.

For visitor information, go to MassVacation.com and Merrimack Valley. 

Jazz Singer Karrin Allyson Performs in Northampton on June 1

Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson is performing at the Unitarian Society in Northampton on Friday, June 1, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online or at the door.

Joining Allyson is jazz singer Kenny Washington, Dave Wertman on bass and Jim Argiro on piano.

The Unitarian Society is located at 220 Main Street in Northampton.  Click for Map.

For year round details on jazz activities in Massachusetts, including festivals, concerts, night clubs, campus events and more, visit MassJazz.com.

For visitor information go to MassVacation.com or Greater Springfield. 

Jazz Trombonist Conrad Herwig Performs at Medfield Jazz Night on Wednesday, May 30

Grammy-nominated jazz trombonist Conrad Herwig is performing at the Medfield Jazz Night 2012, taking place on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., at the Medfield High School auditorium.

Herwig will join the award-winning Medfield High School Jazz Band, which has performed at several prestigious national competitions, including the Essentially Ellington Jazz Competition in New York City.

Tickets to the concert are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and $12 online.  Tickets can be purchased at the door the night of the concert.

The concert is hosted by the Medfield Music Association, and proceeds  benefit Medfield's music programs.

For more information about jazz in Massachusetts, visit MassJazz.com.

For tourist information, visit MassVacation.com.

Sunday, May 27: Jazz Brunches in Massachusetts

Looking for a great way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon in Massachusetts?  Check out these Sunday jazz brunches across the Bay State compiled by MassJazz.   You'll find great jazz and great food in hotels and inns, restaurants and cafes, nightclubs and cruise ships.

And you can find live jazz any night of the year by visiting MassJazz.com.

For visitor information, go to MassVacation.com and BostonUSA.com.

Sax Star Greg Abate Performs at Cultural Center of Cape Cod on May 26

Legendary jazz saxophonist, composer and educator Greg Abate is performing in concert at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door.

Abate is a veteran of the Artie Shaw Orchestra and Ray Charles Band, and an exponent of hard-driving be-bop jazz.

The Center is located at 307 Old Main Street in South Yarmouth, Cape Cod.  For directions click here.  You can see a full schedule of upcoming concerts at the Centre. 

You can find year round details on jazz in Massachusetts by visiting MassJazz.com

For visitor information, go to MassVacation.com and CapeCodChamber.org.