SASKIA LAROO

Saskia Laroo & Warren Byrd – Thursday Evening Jazz Series

Thursday, August 20, 2026 Doors: 6:00 PM Concert: 6:30–7:30 PM

Underwater Kite 150 Broad Street Windsor, CT 06095

Join internationally acclaimed musicians Saskia Laroo and Warren Byrd for an intimate evening of original music, jazz standards and inspired improvisation at Underwater Kite, Windsor's contemporary art gallery and creative performance space.

Known for her virtuosic trumpet playing and innovative blend of jazz, funk, hip hop and world music, Saskia Laroo has performed in more than 50 countries and at festivals including Montreux Jazz Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival and Java Jazz Festival.

Pianist, vocalist and composer Warren Byrd, a Hartford native now based in Amsterdam, is celebrated for his soulful performances that seamlessly blend jazz, gospel, blues and contemporary influences.

Presented as part of the Thursday Evening Jazz Series, the concert takes place during the gallery's exhibition, creating a unique atmosphere where live music and visual art come together. After the performance, visitors are invited to continue enjoying the exhibition and live painting demonstrations.

Tickets: $20 online in advance / $25 at the door.

The Afro-Semitic Experience returns to New Milford for a concert on the town green in the bandstand. Rain or shine. If it rains the concert will be held at the Congregational Church right by the green

Saskia Laroo Band Closes the Tuschinski Festival in Rotterdam

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · 20:15 – 21:30 Little C, Rotterdam

On Saturday, September 12, the Saskia Laroo Band will be the swinging closing act of the Tuschinski Festival in Rotterdam.

The festival takes place in the courtyard of the new Little C district, opposite De Machinist, and celebrates jazz, young talent, creativity and the spirit of Abraham Tuschinski: “Nothing is impossible.”

After a full day of performances, workshops and emerging jazz talent, the Saskia Laroo Band will bring an energetic set full of jazz, funk, grooves, improvisation and feel-good music. Expect a festive finale in true Laroo style, where jazz, funk, hip hop and dance come together in a lively, genre-crossing performance.

Saskia Laroo Band Jazz, funk, hip hop to the max — live in Rotterdam.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 20:15 – 21:30 Tuschinski Festival Little C, Rotterdam

The Afro-Semitic Experience come to Mahopac for a concert at Temple Beth Shalom. We'll be sharing some of our old favorites along with music from our forthcoming album, Exodus to Emancipation.