5th & York, Smooth Jazz

Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Show 7pm | Doors 6pm
$29.35 to $35.65
GENERAL ADMISSION: $35.65
BABY GRAND MEMBER TICKETS: $29.35

Craft cocktails and small plates begin at 6:00 pm.  General Admission seating available on a first-come basis, with preferred seating for our Baby Grand members. 

Covering timeless music by Grover Washington Jr., Kirk Whalum, Anita Baker, and more, 5th & York delivers a dynamic setlist with something for every smooth jazz and R&B music lover.

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5th & York has emerged as one of the premier smooth jazz bands to come out of the Southeast. With influences ranging from the Yellowjackets and Fourplay to the great funk bands of the ’70s and ’80s, the Charlotte-based ensemble offers audiences an unforgettable, high-energy live experience.

The band has shared the stage with national recording artists such as Earth, Wind & Fire, Chicago, Anthony Hamilton, and Gerald Levert. When asked what sets them apart, saxophonist Derwin Friday explains, “We understand what working professionals want to hear because we are working professionals ourselves.” Their passion for music creates a sophisticated yet accessible sound, effortlessly bridging smooth jazz and classic R&B.

The Band:

Mike Baker – Keyboards

Derwin Friday – Saxophone

Dewarren Tate – Bass

Johnny Gilliard – Drums

Derrick Friday – Lead Guitar

Tra Sauls-Mason – Lead Vocals

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