WeBop Family Jazz Parties

ABOUT THE PARTIES

Bring your little ones and get ready to sing, clap, stomp, and dance at a WeBop Family Jazz Party—an unforgettable live music experience designed for children ages 8 months to 8 years and their grown-ups.

Led by the WeBop Family Jazz Band, each party introduces young listeners to legendary music and stories from America’s jazz tradition—with plenty of joyful movement and hands-on fun.

Three Unique Parties, One Swingin’ Season:

• Fall – Celebrate the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz, with vibrant rhythms and lively beats.

• Winter – Ring in the holidays with jazzy cheer the whole family can enjoy.

• Spring – Explore the rich musical heritage of the African Diaspora through song and celebration.

All are welcome to join the jam—no music experience necessary!
Please note: Non-walking babies attend for free. Tickets are required for all other guests.

Fall WeBop Family Jazz Party: “La Reina!” Celia Cruz, the Queen of AfroCuban Music

Join Ms. Sofia and the Webop Family Jazz Band for a lively, interactive performance celebrating the “Queen of Salsa,” Celia Cruz! This bilingual, family-friendly show explores this AfroCuban legend and how her vibrant spirit and iconic voice influenced the development of salsa music in New York City and throughout the world, along with its connection to jazz. Perfect for tiny dancers ages 8 months to 8 years and music lovers of all ages to clap, stomp, and shout “¡Azúcar!”   Get ready for this party with our Celia Cruz playlist!

Dates: Saturday, September 13, 2025
Location: Ertegun Atrium, 5th Floor Jazz at Lincoln Center (10 Columbus Circle)
Times: 11:30AM & 1:30PM
Run Time: Approximately 45 minutes

¡Únase a la Sra. Sofía y a la Webop Family Jazz Band para una actuación animada e interactiva que celebra a la “Reina de la Salsa”, Celia Cruz! Este espectáculo bilingüe y familiar explora esta leyenda afrocubana y cómo su espíritu vibrante y su voz icónica influyeron en el desarrollo de la música salsa en la ciudad de Nueva York y en todo el mundo, junto con su conexión con el jazz. Perfecto para bailarines pequeños de 8 meses a 8 años y amantes de la música de todas las edades para aplaudir, pisar fuerte y gritar “¡Azúcar!” ¡Prepárate para esta fiesta con nuestra playlist de Celia Cruz!

Fechas: sábado 13 de septiembre de 2025
Ubicación: Atrio Ertegun, 5to piso Jazz en Lincoln Center (10 Columbus Circle)
Horario: 11:30 a.m. y 1:30 p.m.
Duración: Aproximadamente 45 minutos

WEBOP FAMILY JAZZ BAND

Sofia Tosello – vocals and bandleader
Mika Nishimura – Piano
Abraham Saenz – Bass
Gina Benalcazar Lopez -Trombone, arrangements
Jesús Ricardo- Trumpet
Elizabeth Pupo-Walker – Congas
Juan Carlos Polo – Drums

This program is supported in part by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

BANDA DE JAZZ DE LA FAMILIA WEBOP

Sofía Tosello – voz y líder de la banda
Mika Nishimura – Piano
Abraham Saenz – Bajo
Gina Benalcázar López -Trombón, arreglos
Jesús Ricardo- Trompeta
Elizabeth Pupo-Walker – Congas
Juan Carlos Polo – Batería

Este programa es apoyado en parte por fondos públicos del Departamento de Asuntos Culturales de la Ciudad de Nueva York en asociación con el Concejo Municipal. 

Winter WeBop Family Jazz Party: A Holiday Jazz Jam

Get into the holiday spirit with your little ones at our annual Holiday Jazz Jam featuring the WeBop Family Jazz Band! This joyful, interactive concert invites families to sing, swing, and dance together in celebration of the season.

Designed especially for children ages 8 months to 8 years, WeBop Family Jazz Parties are a playful introduction to the world of jazz—but all ages are welcome to join the fun!

Dates: Sunday, December 7, 2025
Location: Ertegun Atrium, 5th Floor Jazz at Lincoln Center (10 Columbus Circle)
Times: 11:30AM, 1:30PM & 3:30PM
Run Time: Approximately 45 minutes

Spring WeBop Family Jazz Party: Jazz and Africa, Diaspora Connections

Join us for a high-energy musical adventure that brings the joyful rhythms of Africa and the African Diaspora to life!

Led by the lively WeBop Family Jazz Band, this interactive concert invites families to dance, sing, and swing together while exploring the powerful connection between African music and jazz. From traditional beats to global grooves, it’s a fun-filled journey that celebrates culture, rhythm, and community.

Perfect for children ages 8 months to 8 years—but all are welcome to jam with us!

Dates: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Location: Ertegun Atrium, 5th Floor Jazz at Lincoln Center (10 Columbus Circle)
Times: 11:30AM & 1:30PM
Run Time: Approximately 45 minutes

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