Composers Now empowers all living composers, celebrates the diversity of their voices and honors the significance of their artistic contributions to the cultural fabric of society. Founder and artistic director Tania León leads the organization since 2010. Composers Now features a broad spectrum of performances in concert halls, jazz mobiles, opera stages, experimental spaces, conservatories, museums and other musical venues.

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January 27, 2026

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2026 Composers Now Festival

02/25/2026

Akili Bradley Quartet

Described as an “emerging musician” by Bradley Zeve of Monterey County Weekly, and as “on [her] way to becoming a jazz staple” and “a young musician to keep abreast of” by Ron Scott of New York Amsterdam News, Akili is a trumpeter and composer making a steady and impactful mark on the New York jazz scene.

The Jazz Gallery
1158 Broadway, 5th floor New York NY 10001 - 7 pm
2026 Composers Now Festival

02/25/2026

Black History Month Luncheon

Join Bronx Arts Ensemble and The Mall at Bay Plaza for an afternoon of vibrant African drumming and dance in celebration of Black History Month! Enjoy a live performance by BAE teaching artist Yahaya Kamate and the Kamate Traders at The Mall’s food court on the 3rd floor.

This event is part of the 5th annual Black History Month Luncheon hosted by Council Member Kevin C. Riley and the Mall at Bay Plaza.

The Mall at Bay Plaza
200 Baychester Ave, Bronx, NY 10475 - 12:15 pm
2026 Composers Now Festival

02/26/2026

New York Composers Circle presents: Just Listen

New York Composers Circle presents a concert of new, modern chamber music by living composers, including John Eaton Award winner Robert Carl, Margarita Zelenaia, Jakub Polaczyk, Gayther Myers, and more.

The DiMenna Center, Benzaquen Hall
450 West 37th Street, New York, New York - 7 pm

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