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Jazz Xpressions concerts will take you back to familiar jazz standards like Killer Joe, Mercy Mercy Mercy, Summertime, and Watermelon Man, just to name a few, with a modern day flair creating a nostalgic feeling for audiences who are more versed in music history and have a deep appreciation for American music.  At the same time the band's musical interpretations create enough edge to earn the interest of younger audiences who may not be quite as versed.  Our music also travels through the 70's to include the sounds of Al Green, The Crusaders, James Taylor and more.  Last but not least Jazz Xpressions regularly performs original songs that merge various styles such as latin, pop and RnB flavors to promote a clear authentic message encouraging it's listeners to keep hope alive and continue to persevere despite the turbulent days ahead. Lydia Salett Dudley is the bandleader for the group Jazz Xpression,  (Mercy Records)  based in Raleigh NC. The band has released several projects comprised of uniquely arranged jazz standards, holiday music and a array of various styles of modern jazz.  Her latest project was funded through a grant for female bandleaders, provided by Chamber Music America in NY including a guided mentorship with Grammy Nominated Jazz Artist Carmen Lundy. The project "Rise Up" will be released in the fall of 2023.  For more information please email LSALETT@GMAIL.COM

 


 

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Upcoming Events

  • O'Henry Jazz Series in the Lobby
    O'Henry Jazz Series in the Lobby
    May 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    Greensboro, 624 Green Valley Rd, Greensboro, NC 27408, USA
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  • Tribute to Burt Bacharach (Private Event)
    Tribute to Burt Bacharach (Private Event)
    Jun 11, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Raleigh, Raleigh, NC, USA
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  • FREE!!! Live Jazz in the Lobby
    FREE!!! Live Jazz in the Lobby
    Thu, Jul 17
    Jul 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    O'Henry Hotel, 624 Green Valley Rd Greensboro, NC, USA
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  • Carnegie Hall
    Carnegie Hall
    Sat, Apr 11
    New York
    Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 AM – Apr 15, 2026, 12:00 PM
    New York, 57th Street and, 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
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  • Duke University Reception
    Duke University Reception
    Wed, Apr 02
    Apr 02, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Durham, Durham, NC 27708, USA
    Private event
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  • Worship Workshop
    Worship Workshop
    Sat, Mar 29
    Location is TBD
    Mar 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:50 PM
    Location is TBD
    Workshop for Worship leaders/Praise teams
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  • Guglhupf Bakery
    Guglhupf Bakery
    Thu, Dec 12
    Durham
    Dec 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Durham, 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, USA
    Come out and enjoy dinner at this wonderful bakery! I'll be playing dinner music from 5-730pm. No RSVP needed!
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  • Holiday Enrapture V
    Holiday Enrapture V
    Sat, Nov 30
    Nov 30, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Raleigh, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA
    Come out for a night of live music that celebrates the contributions of North Carolina Artists!
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  • A Twist Of Jazz
    A Twist Of Jazz
    Fri, Oct 04
    Raleigh
    Oct 04, 2024, 7:30 PM – Oct 05, 2024, 9:00 PM
    Raleigh, 6638 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616, USA
    Oct 4th and 5th. Purchase tickets at THEATRE RALEIGH! https://theatreraleigh.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SVy0000002drhMAA
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  • Unstoppable Faith Fundraiser
    Unstoppable Faith Fundraiser
    Sat, Sep 14
    Southern Ambiance Event Center
    Sep 14, 2024, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Southern Ambiance Event Center, 710 Southeast Blvd, Clinton, NC 28328, USA
    Outreach Beyond the Walls Community Services
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  • Jazz at Cam Concert Series
    Jazz at Cam Concert Series
    Thu, Sep 05
    Cameron Art Museum
    Sep 05, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28412, USA
    For Tickets visit https://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/event/2024-25-jazz-at-the-cam-concert-series/5221/
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  • NC STATE PACKAPALOOZA FESTIVAL
    NC STATE PACKAPALOOZA FESTIVAL
    Sat, Aug 24
    NC STATE UNIVERSITY
    Aug 24, 2024, 4:40 PM – 5:30 PM
    NC STATE UNIVERSITY, Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
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  • O'HENRY  HOTEL
    O'HENRY  HOTEL
    Thu, Aug 22
    O'HENRY HOTEL
    Aug 22, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    O'HENRY HOTEL, 624 GREEN VALLEY RD GREENSBORO 27408
    Free Concert in the Hotel Lobby
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  • North Carolina Central University's Vocal Jazz Ensemble
    North Carolina Central University's Vocal Jazz Ensemble
    Jun 01, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Carnegie Hall, 881 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
    This concert will take place at Carnegie Hall on Saturday June 1st at 1pm.
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  • Live Jazz Concert
    Live Jazz Concert
    Sat, Mar 16
    Mar 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Durham, 4608 Industry Ln, Durham, NC 27713, USA
    Come out to Sharp 9 for an intimate evening of Jazz! Purchase tickets here!https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.event&eventID=BAFD0CBC-FF48-5CB7-BCC7E5FF625BF643
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  • Missy Lane's Assembly Room (Piano Bar)
    Missy Lane's Assembly Room (Piano Bar)
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Mar 10
    Mar 10, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Durham, 310 E Main St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
    Missy Lane's Assembly Room (Piano Bar) https://www.missylanes.com/what-to-expect On Sundays, join us in the showroom for our weekly piano bar. Tickets are required and are available for purchase at Etix.com
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  • LIVE JAZZ AT O.HENRY'S HOTEL LOBBY
    LIVE JAZZ AT O.HENRY'S HOTEL LOBBY
    Feb 01, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Greensboro, 624 Green Valley Rd, Greensboro, NC 27408, USA
    Come and enjoy a free jazz concert in the lobby of O.Henry's hotel.
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  • Mahalia A Gospel Musical
    Mahalia A Gospel Musical
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Jan 14
    The Fountain of Raleigh
    Jan 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Fountain of Raleigh, 9621 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615, USA
    Featuring gospel songs, hymns and spirituals made famous by Mahalia Jackson.
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