Bill Charlap Solo Piano
Dizzy's Club102 Columbus Circle, New York 10107
Bill Charlap brings a solo-piano set to Dizzy’s Club. Best known for his interpretations of American popular song, the New York City pianist appears here without his usual trio, placing the focus on the choices, phrasing and harmonic detail of a single player’s reading of a song. It is a chance to hear Charlap shape the evening alone at the keyboard.
Charlap was born in New York City and has worked with Phil Woods, Tony Bennett, Gerry Mulligan, Wynton Marsalis, Freddy Cole and Houston Person. His reputation is built on finding fresh possibilities in familiar material without losing the song’s core. Time wrote that “no matter how imaginative or surprising his take on a song is, he invariably zeroes in on its essence.” Writing about his solo performances, DownBeat called his city appearances “a true event,” pointing to an “expansive outlook and encyclopedic knowledge.”
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.