Hjordys
Zinc Bar82 West 3rd Street, New York 10012
Hjordys, the stage name used by singer Hjordys Perez Matos, is billed at Zinc Bar in Manhattan on December 1. No accompanying musicians or specific program are listed for this date, so the evening is presented simply under her name. Her repertoire draws on jazz standards, Latin jazz, and French café music, with songs performed in English, Spanish, and French.
Perez Matos is described as a Dominican-American jazz vocalist and an award-winning singer. A soprano, she moves among those song traditions rather than limiting the book to one language or repertoire. Zinc Bar has characterized her voice as “warm and inviting” and “hauntingly beautiful,” while another listing calls it “clear and ethereal.” A previous Zinc Bar engagement paired her with violinist Marcus Moore, guitarist Maco Dacanay, pianist Humberto Olivier, bassist Carl Hennings, and drummer Hiroyuki Matsuura, though that quintet is not confirmed for this performance.
Zinc Bar offers a richly textured experience where the past and present of jazz converge in a single, dimly lit room adorned with Art Deco details like velvet upholstery, polished brass, and a Parisian zinc bar. The venue’s layout centers around a close-up stage and a vintage bar, creating a setting where the music is both the focus and a shared journey. Patrons can expect expertly crafted cocktails alongside performances that range from world-class jazz to vibrant Brazilian and African rhythms, often featuring multiple sets and occasional late-night jams. The seating is lounge-style, encouraging attentive listening rather than casual chatter, making it a place to immerse fully in the sound. This is a space where history lingers, once hosting legends like Billie Holiday and Thelonious Monk, now continuing their legacy with a sophisticated yet welcoming vibe.