Jazz is Now:
Celebrating Jazz Music Appreciation Month
Mars Arts D.C. Concert Series at Songbyrd
Jazz is Now: Celebrating Jazz Music Appreciation Month
Featuring Cecily Alexa and Tyler Leak Band
Wednesday, April 7, 2027, 8:00 p.m.
Songbyrd Music House
Headlining the evening, D.C. vocalist and songwriter Cecily Alexa brings her signature blend of jazz and soul to the Songbyrd stage. Known for her agile soprano and poetic, emotionally resonant lyrics, her work explores themes of love, self-acceptance, and community, placing her among a distinct class of contemporary artists.
With performances spanning major festivals such as the DC Jazz Festival and Essence Festival of Culture, and collaborations with artists like José James and Gregory Porter, Cecily continues to build a national and international presence. Her acclaimed Awakening projects have earned industry recognition, highlighting her ability to merge thoughtful storytelling with a refined, jazz-influenced sound.
Opening the evening, drummer, songwriter, and producer Tyler Leak leads his band through a dynamic set rooted in jazz, soul, and improvisation—setting the tone for a night of musical depth and creative exchange.
Advance reservations will be available in spring 2027.
Our Partners
Washington Performing Arts’s 60th anniversary year is generously sponsored by Dr. Gary Mather † and Ms. Christina Co Mather.
Mars Arts D.C. is a partnership of Mars, Incorporated and Washington Performing Arts, with support from Jacqueline Badger Mars.
The 2027 Mars Arts D.C. Concert Series at Songbyrd Music House is made possible through the generous support of Events DC and Pepco, An Exelon Company.
Special thanks to the following lead supporters of Washington Performing Arts’s mission-driven work: Jacqueline Badger Mars and Mars, Incorporated; D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities; the National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs Program and the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts; The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation; and Events DC.
† deceased
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