Mark Whitfield
The Django2 6th Avenue, New York 10013
Mark Whitfield brings a late-night guitar set to The Django, billed as an evening of soulful, hard-swinging jazz. No accompanying musicians are named in the listing, so the emphasis is on Whitfield’s appearance and the chance to hear his playing in the club’s nightly live-music setting.
An acclaimed guitarist, Whitfield’s résumé crosses major currents in jazz and popular music. The Django notes that he has worked with jazz figures Dizzy Gillespie, Art Blakey and Quincy Jones, as well as Sting, Steven Tyler, D’Angelo and John Mayer. Those collaborations place him in a career that moves between jazz’s bandstand tradition and high-profile work beyond it, while this date is presented specifically as a soulful, hard-swinging jazz performance.
The Django offers a subterranean jazz experience inspired by Parisian boîtes, with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls that frame a stage equipped with a state-of-the-art Meyer Sound system. The venue combines two cocktail bars and an open dining area where you can enjoy an elevated menu alongside live performances every night. The evening unfolds with a focus on attentive listening, enhanced by award-winning cocktails crafted by Natasha David and a selection of small plates and dinner options. Shows require a cover charge and reservations are recommended to secure your spot. The setting invites you to settle in for a night of rich jazz sounds, fine food, and carefully mixed drinks, all within the cellar level of the Roxy Hotel, creating a distinct mood that feels both exclusive and welcoming.