Bluesday: Marvin Sewell
Dizzy's Club102 Columbus Circle, New York 10107
Guitarist and composer Marvin Sewell leads a Bluesday Series set tracing the blues from the Mississippi Delta to Chicago. His solo guitar performance draws on deep grooves, raw emotion and the music’s enduring legacy.
Born and raised in Chicago and based in New York, Sewell has led the Marvin Sewell Group since 2001. He has collaborated with Cassandra Wilson, Jack DeJohnette, Lizz Wright, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Christian Sands and Charles Lloyd, who called his playing “an authentic voice.”
Dizzy's Club offers a refined jazz experience with a seating capacity of about 140, where guests enjoy live performances from world-class musicians in a room that frames sweeping views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. The venue features a full bar and a seasonal menu with sophisticated soul food, enhancing the evening beyond just the music. Shows are ticketed and typically run two sets per night, with late-night sessions available without reservation. The seating is generally first-come, first-served, encouraging early arrival for the best vantage points. The club’s location within Jazz at Lincoln Center places it in a lively cultural hub, making it ideal for a night that blends attentive listening with the pleasure of fine dining and cityscape views.