ECNETNews, NEW YORK, NY, January 8, 2025: Renowned Jamaican-born jazz musician, Hon. Dr. Monty Alexander, is gearing up to celebrate his 80th birthday with an unforgettable concert series, showcasing his rich musical journey at Lincoln Center, New York City, on January 24th and 25th.
The two-night event titled “A Living History: Jamaica to Jazz” will take place at the Rose Theater at Lincoln Center, starting at 7:30 PM each evening. This extraordinary concert is not only a celebration of Alexander’s remarkable career but also a tribute to the cultural tapestry of Jamaican and American music.
“This performance will take audiences on a musical journey from the late 1940s to the present,” Alexander shared, emphasizing his unique storytelling approach to music. “It will reflect the rich history of Jamaican music and its integration with American culture, viewed through my experiences.”
With a career spanning 80 years, Alexander’s musical evolution includes early performances of Christmas carols at the age of four to sharing the stage with legends like Duke Ellington and Miles Davis in New York City. His extensive travels have seen him perform worldwide, including notable appearances in Asia, Europe, and South America.
Reflecting on his legacy, Alexander stated, “While many of the great musicians I started with have passed on, I prefer to focus on sharing my eight decades of history with audiences. This will be a once-in-a-lifetime event.”
The concert will feature over 20 talented musicians who have collaborated with Alexander throughout his career and will encompass a diverse range of musical styles, including mento, ska, calypso, reggae, jazz, and blues.
Deeply connected to his Jamaican roots, Alexander’s performances serve as a cultural bridge, celebrating the joy of music and its power to unite people. The concerts on January 24th and 25th will highlight the influences that have shaped his distinctive sound, drawn from his impressive catalog of over 75 albums.
As Alexander quotes Maya Angelou, “If you don’t know where you’ve come from, you don’t know where you’re going.”
Ticket Information
To secure tickets for this extraordinary event, “A Living History – From Jamaica to Jazz,” visitors can check the official event page or purchase through the box office at Lincoln Center, located on Broadway at 60th Street. A $5.00 facility fee applies, along with a $7 handling fee for online and phone purchases.
Box Office hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (or 30 minutes past curtain). On Wednesdays before a concert, the box office opens at 10 a.m.
More on Monty
For updates on Dr. Monty Alexander’s endeavors, fans can stay tuned through various channels.
