Bill Charlap Solo Piano
Dizzy's Club102 Columbus Circle, New York 10107
Bill Charlap brings a solo-piano set to Dizzy’s Club, with the New York pianist appearing on his own rather than with the Bill Charlap Trio. The format puts the focus on Charlap’s command of the piano and his close reading of songs, in a room at Jazz at Lincoln Center that looks out over Central Park and the Manhattan skyline.
Born in New York City, Charlap is known for his interpretations of American popular songs. His recordings have explored music by Hoagy Carmichael, Leonard Bernstein and George Gershwin, and his collaborators have included Phil Woods, Tony Bennett, Gerry Mulligan and Wynton Marsalis. Time wrote that Charlap “approaches a song the way a lover approaches his beloved,” and that he “invariably zeroes in on its essence.” His solo performances have their own particular standing: DownBeat called his solo outings “a true event.”
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.