UPCOMING DATES
Phoebus Jazz Festival
“The 2026 Phoebus Jazz Festival happens September 25th and 26th at the American Theatre. Artists include the explosive Latin jazz ensemble and back by popular demand, The Latin Jazz Conspiracy...the fantastic vocalist Lori Williams with the Quartet...saxophonist extraordinaire Ada Rovatti with the Quartet with pianist Gary Fisher... pianist Dr Weldon Hill...bassist Terry Burrell...guitarist Rod Harris...bassist Mike Eley...the swingin drummer...my dude... Billy Williams and his Quartet...pianist Justin Kauflin...and back too, by popular demand, the long time Chick Corea Elektric Band saxophonist, the electrifying Eric Marienthal!!! Tickets on sale around August 3rd. More info coming soon. Write the dates down. Gonna be an amazing weekend of great jazz!!!“
Spivey Hall Presents An Elegant Evening of Jazz
The red carpet is rolling out once again. Join us for the Fourth Annual “An Elegant Evening of Jazz”—an extraordinary night of world-class music, elegance, and community. Whether you’re a devoted jazz enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable night out, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Featured Artists:
Robin Latimore, Vocalist returning by popular demand
Lori Williams, Vocalist returning by popular demand
Ragan Whiteside, Flautist
Antonio Allen, Saxophonist
Arrive early to enjoy the smooth sounds of the Jonesboro High School Jazz Ensemble as they welcome guests and showcase the incredible talent of our local youth. This group of talented musicians is headed to perform at the Rose Bowl in January, and a portion of the proceeds will support their efforts.
Get your tickets early and join us for an elegant evening filled with outstanding performances, a red-carpet experience, and memories that will last long after the final note.
Invite your family, friends, coworkers, and fellow music lovers. Let’s fill the house and celebrate music, community, and purpose together!
An Intimate Jazz Night with Lori Williams at The Velvet Note
Two shows at 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM
Phone: 855.5.VELVET (855.583.5838)
4075 OLD MILTON PARKWAY (Exit 10 from the GA-400 Parkway)
ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA
Velvet Nights Series at LowDown with Lori Williams
Velvet Nights returns to LowDown with International Jazz Vocalist Lori Williams on Saturday, December 5, 2026. Two shows at 6:30 and 9PM. 21+
LowdownTulsa.com
An Evening of Holiday Jazz & Soul with Lori Williams
Thu, December 17
7PM / $35 - $40 | $3.46 - $3.80 Fees
Winter Seduction w/ Julian Vaughn, Marcus Anderson & Lori Williams
Presented and produced by The Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation
FloridaSmoothJazz.com
A Diamond Celebration - Lori Williams at Middle C Jazz
On January 22, 2027, join me at Middle C Jazz in Charlotte for an unforgettable evening of music and a special birthday celebration!
Lori Williams’ Diamond Jazz Celebration
Two performances
6:00 PM | 8:30 PM
This one is going to be memorable.
Save the date. Gather your friends. Come celebrate with me as we make an evening of beautiful music and unforgettable memories.
January 22, 2027
Middle C Jazz | Charlotte, North Carolina
Torino Jazz Festival Piemonte with Lori Williams sextet
Il jazz esce dai palcoscenici torinesi e attraversa il territorio piemontese, portando grandi nomi della scena internazionale in piazze, cortili e ville storiche della regione.
Tre appuntamenti da segnare in agenda per il mese di luglio:
📍 24 luglio – Racconigi, S.O.M.S
Lori Williams European Sextet
📍 26 luglio – Almese, Villa Romana
Roberto Tarenzi Trio feat Rick Margitza
📍 31 luglio – Baveno, Piazza della Chiesa
Carlo Aonzo a Solo
Biglietto unico 5€ per ogni serata.
Tutte le informazioni e le modalità di prenotazione sono disponibili sul sito di Piemonte dal Vivo.
#piemontedalvivo #fondazionepdv #TorinoJazzFestival
Due Laghi Jazz Festival - Lori Williams Sextet
Lori Williams – voice
Bernhard Wiesinger – tenor sax
Renato Chicco – piano
Christian Havel – guitar
Milan Nikolic – bass
Joris Dudli – drums
Versatilità musicale, una voce favolosa e un grande talento interpretativo, uniti a una straordinaria presenza scenica e a un infallibile senso del momento: sono queste le caratteristiche che definiscono la cantante jazz Lori Williams, originaria di Washington D.C.
Come artista, Lori è stata nominata per l’Helen Hayes Award 2014 come Migliore Attrice Protagonista in un Musical Residente per il suo ruolo di Ella Fitzgerald in “Ladies Swing the Blues: A Jazz Fable”, che ha riscosso un grande successo negli Stati Uniti.
Lori è affiancata dal virtuoso sassofonista Bernhard Wiesinger e da Christian Havel, uno dei principali chitarristi jazz europei. Il dinamico pianista sloveno Renato Chicco ha vissuto a lungo a New York City, dove ha suonato con i nomi più importanti della scena jazz internazionale. La spina dorsale ritmica della band è costituita da Joris Dudlialla batteria e Milan Nikolic al basso. La band ha collaborato con giganti del jazz come Benny Golson, Vincent Herring e Jeremy Pelt.
Arsana Jazz Festival
LORI WILLIAMS BAND (USA, AUT, SLO)
Performing: Lori Williams (vocals), Bernhard Wiesinger (saxophone), Christian Havel (guitar), Renato Chicco (piano), Milan Nikolic (double bass), Joris Dudli (drums)
Washington D.C. native jazz singer Lori Williams is defined by her stage presence and an infallible feel for the moment. Her enchanting voice transports audiences, making her one of the most sought-after jazz vocalists in the United States. A versatile artist, Lori excels in jazz, soul, and gospel, and performs a repertoire spanning traditional to modern jazz with her band. A phenomenal singer and five superb musicians are ready to sweep you off your feet on an exciting musical journey through the wonderful world of jazz.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
POYSDORF JAZZ & WINE SUMMER - TOUR
Summer European Tour 2026
Date
Location
July 9-11
Jazzland
July 12–19
Poysdorf Jazz & Wine
July 21
Ptuj, Slovenia
July 22
Torino, Italy or Venice (TBC)
July 23
Avigliana, Italy
July 24
Racconigi, Italy
Lori Williams Band at Harmer’s Bar
Einlass: 19h
Beginn: 20h
Eintritt: 22 €
Reservierung: office@bernhardwiesinger.com
Lori Williams (USA) – Gesang
Bernhard Wiesinger (AT) – Saxofon, Querflöte
Christian Havel (AT) – Gitarre
Renato Chicco (SLO) – Klavier
Milan Nikolic (SRB) – Kontrabass
Joris Dudli (AT) – Schlagzeug
Die US-amerikanische Jazzsängerin Lori Williams aus Washington, D.C., kommt seit 2012 regelmäßig nach Poysdorf und begeistert jedes Jahr aufs Neue mit ihrer außergewöhnlichen Stimme und ihrer mitreißenden Bühnenpräsenz. Sie ist bereits ein fixer Bestandteil der „Jazz & Wine“-Familie, und Poysdorf ist für sie längst zu einer „zweiten Heimat“ geworden.
Mit großer stilistischer Vielfalt bewegt sich Lori Williams souverän zwischen Jazz und Gospel. Ihre ausdrucksstarken Interpretationen berühren tief und entführen das Publikum in eine Welt voller Klangfarben und Emotionen. Als Sängerin, Tänzerin und Schauspielerin überzeugte sie unter anderem im erfolgreichen US-Musical Bessie’s Blues.
Begleitet wird sie von einer erstklassigen Band, deren Mitglieder seit vielen Jahren als Dozenten bei den Poysdorfer Jazz-Workshops tätig sind.
Mighty Music Corp. Presents THE 18TH ANNUAL BHM JAZZ CABARET EVENT WITH JEFF KASHIWA & Lori Williams in Syracuse, NY
18th ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH JAZZ CABARET
with Jeff Kashiwa and Lori Williams
Drumlins
800 Nottingham Road
Syracuse , NY 13224
Tickets available for purchase through CNY Jazz 315-479-5299
City of Stonecrest Inaugural Celebration
The City of Stonecrest cordially invites all residents, community leaders, and partners to a historic evening of celebration and unity.
Please join us as we honor our newly elected leadership and reaffirm our commitment to forward-thinking progress for our city.
The Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) 2026 In-Service Conference
Georgia State University Jazz Band Performance - under the direction of Dr. Gordon Vernick
Lori Williams Returns to Middle C Jazz!
Middle C Jazz: Voted “Best Live Music Venue,” Charlotte Observer and “Best Place to Hear Jazz,” Queen City Nerve! Don't miss Lori Williams on December 20! One Night - Two Shows!
SOUTH Arts Jazz Roads Tour
I'm honored to share that I've been selected as one of the South Arts 2025 Jazz Road Touring Artists!
From November 1 to December 4, I’ll be on the road with an extraordinary group of musicians:
Tyrone Jackson (piano)
Kelly McCarty (bass)
Robert Boone (drums)
and myself, Lori Williams (vocals)
We’re looking forward to connecting with audiences and sharing meaningful musical moments at the following venues:
📍 St. James Live – Atlanta, GA
📍 North Carolina A&T State University – Greensboro, NC
📍 Holmes Grove Church – Greensboro, NC
📍 South Carolina State University – Orangeburg, SC
📍 Stevenson Auditorium – Columbia, SC
A heartfelt thank you to South Arts, based in Atlanta, for their commitment to supporting artists and fostering deeper engagement through jazz. Their Jazz Road initiative helps artists like me build community through live performance—and I’m so grateful for the opportunity.
Looking forward to seeing you on the road and sharing this journey with you.
#JazzRoad #SouthArts #LoriWilliamsLive #VocalJazz #JazzTour2025
SOUTH Arts Jazz Roads Tour
I'm honored to share that I've been selected as one of the South Arts 2025 Jazz Road Touring Artists!
From November 1 to December 4, I’ll be on the road with an extraordinary group of musicians:
Tyrone Jackson (piano)
Kelly McCarty (bass)
Robert Boone (drums)
and myself, Lori Williams (vocals)
We’re looking forward to connecting with audiences and sharing meaningful musical moments at the following venues:
📍 St. James Live – Atlanta, GA
📍 North Carolina A&T State University – Greensboro, NC
📍 Holmes Grove Church – Greensboro, NC
📍 South Carolina State University – Orangeburg, SC
📍 Stevenson Auditorium – Columbia, SC
A heartfelt thank you to South Arts, based in Atlanta, for their commitment to supporting artists and fostering deeper engagement through jazz. Their Jazz Road initiative helps artists like me build community through live performance—and I’m so grateful for the opportunity.
Looking forward to seeing you on the road and sharing this journey with you.
#JazzRoad #SouthArts #LoriWilliamsLive #VocalJazz #JazzTour2025
SOUTH Arts Jazz Roads Tour
I'm honored to share that I've been selected as one of the South Arts 2025 Jazz Road Touring Artists!
From November 1 to December 4, I’ll be on the road with an extraordinary group of musicians:
Tyrone Jackson (piano)
Kelly McCarty (bass)
Robert Boone (drums)
and myself, Lori Williams (vocals)
We’re looking forward to connecting with audiences and sharing meaningful musical moments at the following venues:
📍 St. James Live – Atlanta, GA
📍 North Carolina A&T State University – Greensboro, NC
📍 Holmes Grove Church – Greensboro, NC
📍 South Carolina State University – Orangeburg, SC
📍 Stevenson Auditorium – Columbia, SC
A heartfelt thank you to South Arts, based in Atlanta, for their commitment to supporting artists and fostering deeper engagement through jazz. Their Jazz Road initiative helps artists like me build community through live performance—and I’m so grateful for the opportunity.
Looking forward to seeing you on the road and sharing this journey with you.
#JazzRoad #SouthArts #LoriWilliamsLive #VocalJazz #JazzTour2025
SOUTH Arts Jazz Roads Tour
I'm honored to share that I've been selected as one of the South Arts 2025 Jazz Road Touring Artists!
From November 1 to December 4, I’ll be on the road with an extraordinary group of musicians:
Tyrone Jackson (piano)
Kelly McCarty (bass)
Robert Boone (drums)
and myself, Lori Williams (vocals)
We’re looking forward to connecting with audiences and sharing meaningful musical moments at the following venues:
📍 St. James Live – Atlanta, GA
📍 North Carolina A&T State University – Greensboro, NC
📍 Holmes Grove Church – Greensboro, NC
📍 South Carolina State University – Orangeburg, SC
📍 Stevenson Auditorium – Columbia, SC
A heartfelt thank you to South Arts, based in Atlanta, for their commitment to supporting artists and fostering deeper engagement through jazz. Their Jazz Road initiative helps artists like me build community through live performance—and I’m so grateful for the opportunity.
Looking forward to seeing you on the road and sharing this journey with you.
#JazzRoad #SouthArts #LoriWilliamsLive #VocalJazz #JazzTour2025
Vocalist, SJL Producer, Host Lori Williams at St. James Live ATL!
Join us at St. James Live ATL on Saturday, November 30 at 4:00 PM for a special afternoon of world-class jazz. Vocalist, Sunday Jazz Lounge producer and host Lori Williams takes the stage, joined by an outstanding lineup featuring Tyrone Jackson (piano), Kelly McCarty (bass), and Robert Boone Jr. (drums).
This performance marks the kickoff of Lori’s South Arts Jazz Road Tour, and promises to be an unforgettable start to the journey.
Make plans now to be part of this exciting moment in Atlanta’s jazz scene. Don’t miss it!
Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival 2025
https://www.rehobothjazz.com/index.php/schedule-tickets
36th Grand Jam! - 3:30 p.m.
2025 Closing Party & Buffet - 6:30 p.m.
Lori Williams 6TET at Birdland (Hamburg, Germany)
Trifft eine charismatische Persönlichkeit des Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, wie Lori Williams aus Washington, D.C. auf fünf großartige Europäische Jazzmusiker, könnte nach jahrelanger Zusammenarbeit etwas Besonderes entstehen. Und das war es im Juli 2024! Das neue Album wird nun im Rahmen mehrerer Tourneen präsentiert, ein unvergessliches Musikerlebnis – klassisch und doch zeitgenössisch, intim und doch elektrisierend, für den Jazz-Fan oder Gelegenheitshörer.
Mit:
Lori Williams (voc)
Bernhard Wiesinger (ts, ss, fl)
Christian Havel (g)
Renato Chicco (p)
Milan Nikolic (b)
Joris Dudli (dr)