AAPI Jazz Fest

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month in NYC this Wednesday with some jazz jams at ! 7:30pm-9:30pm. Jam Session second set! Link in bio!

Coming up next week!

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Akiko Tsuruga — not only a brilliant organist, but also a radiant presence in so many communities. Over the years, AAPI Jazz Fest was honored to feature Akiko in numerous performances, including as a headliner at last year’s festival. Her warmth and positivity shone both on and off the bandstand, and that spirit was always reflected in her music.

In an interview at our festival, Akiko was asked about the growing number of Asian jazz musicians. She simply shared how happy she was to see more Asians, especially women, thriving and performing in the community.

We encourage everyone to listen to her recordings and read the many tributes being shared by fellow musicians and arts organizations. Akiko leaves behind a legacy of joy, inspiration, and music that will be recognized by many communities, including our own.

Our deepest condolences go out to her family, friends, and all who were touched by her life and music.

Peter Lin
Producer of AAPI Jazz Fest

Come and celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a special performance by the at Clement’s Place this Friday, May 9th, 7:30pm-10:30pm! We’ll be playing some selections from our debut album coming out in July!

Featuring
- vocals
- trombone
- woodwinds
- piano
- drumsbot.12345 - bass

RSVP on Eventbrite!

Additionally, AAPI Jazz Fest main event will be in October near Mid-Autumn Festival. We apologize for any lack of communication on the festival!

Today is the day!!

Sunday at American Dream! See you there!

Enter this amazing raffle for an exclusive VIP Pass for AAPI Jazz Fest Showcase this Sunday, September 22nd, 1pm-5pm at American Dream (Dream Stage)

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We’ll announce the winner at the beginning of the event! Winner must be present at event to receive prize.

A VIP Pass guarantees a reserved seat in the front row plus a special limited-edition AAPI Jazz Fest Tote Bag filled with merch and an American Dream Discount Card valued at ~$150! Be sure to grab your pass via our Eventbrite page!

AAPI Jazz Fest Tote Bag Includes:

Discount Card for Various American Dream Mall Stores
Kengchakaj’s “Lak Lan” debut album
Kengchakaj’s 6849 mini Zine
Jasper Dutz’ “Jiji’s Song” download card
mỹ tâm’s “Sunflower in the East” album
Peter Lin’s “New Age Old Ways” album + comic book
AAPI Jazz Fest Sticker
Free AAPI Jazz Fest T-Shirt (pickup at table, dependent on size availability)

Check out the this Sunday for AAPI Jazz Fest Showcase at American Dream! Performance at 4pm!

Catbus Collective is seven piece jazz ensemble known for its unique fusion of anime soundtracks and jazz music. Founded by Jasper Dutz, the ensemble showcases the talent of AAPI musicians who share a collective interest in Japanese pop, folk, anime and video game music. Since their debut in fall of 2023, they’ve performed at anime conventions, esports gaming centers and hold a weekly residency at the Red Pavilion in Bushwick.

- vocals
- trumpet
- woodwinds
- trombone
- piano
- bass______ - drums

Check out this Sunday, September 22nd for the AAPI Jazz Fest Showcase at American Dream! Performance at 2pm!

Kengchakaj is a Bangkok-born, New York-based award-winning pianist, improviser, and electronics experimentalist.

Kengchakaj practice engages with improvising sounds that draw inspiration from ancestral soundscapes, knowledge, and modes of collaboration and expression rooted in Southeast Asian tradition and lineage.

He is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music, a Fulbright Scholarship recipient, and a Gold Award Lumen Prize winner with Nitcha Tothong.

Kengchakaj was an artist in residence at the Banff Center for Arts and Creativity, Babycastles, and Nusasonic’s Common Tonalities project.

Currently, Kengchakaj is a 2023-2024 CultureHub artist in residence, New Museum’s Y10 NEW INC member, and Eyebeam Democracy Machine fellow.

- Piano/Synth/
- Saxes/Electronics
- Bass ______ - Drums

The AAPI Jazz Fest Showcase is having a VIP Pass flash sale for this Sunday!

Purchase guarantees a reserved seat in the front two rows plus a special limited-edition AAPI Jazz Fest Tote Bag filled with merch and an American Dream Discount Card valued at ~$150! Be sure to grab your pass via our Eventbrite page!

AAPI Jazz Fest Tote Bag Includes:

Discount Card for Various American Dream Mall Stores
Kengchakaj’s “Lak Lan” debut album
Kengchakaj’s 6849 mini Zine
Jasper Dutz’ “Jiji’s Song” download card
Tammy Huynh’s “Sunflower in the East” album
Peter Lin’s “New Age Old Ways” album + comic book
AAPI Jazz Fest Sticker
Free AAPI Jazz Fest T-Shirt (pickup at table, dependent on size availability)