Jon Batiste and Stay Human Announce a Social Music Residency at The NoMad Hotel

[Carleen Donovan]

Jon Batiste

Announces a Curated Social Music Residency

At The NoMad Hotel- New York City



Week Long “Love Riot” Celebration to Kick off on June 23rd

in Hotel’s Eclectic Spaces
[JB Social Music Residency Logo]
NEW YORK NY, MAY 27, 2015—Musician, humanitarian, educator & bandleader Jon Batiste, along with restaurateur Will Guidara of Eleven Madison Park and The NoMad Hotel, has announced the launch of a curated ‘Social Music’ residency, which will take place at New York City’s The NoMad Hotel this June. Presented by Chase Sapphire Preferred®, Social Music at the NoMad is a week-long celebration of music, artistry and food that will kick off Tuesday, June 23rd with several transformative performances featuring Jon and his band Stay Human as well as special guests. Each day will offer a different, unique gathering in one of the hotel’s spaces (see additional details below) and also a Social Music Mentoring Program (SMMP). Maybach Icons of Luxury, the German based luxury boutique, will be involved in the charity component of SMMP. Food for the performances will be by Chef Daniel Humm and Chef James Kent, with cocktails by Leo Robitschek.

Jon Batiste has been devoted to bringing social music to the masses since forming his band Stay Human<http://jonbatiste.com/> in New York City several years ago. In the spirit of New Orleans’ street parades, the group has frequently stepped out of venues to perform on the streets and in the subways to create a universal musical experience for everyone. Blending the highest level of virtuosity (all of them being Juilliard trained musicians) with uplifting joy is what they are known for. Having exposed these curated events to cities around the globe, Jon Batiste will now bring this expanded musical celebration to the city of New York.
Jon explains, “The modern world is going through a cultural synthesis like never before. Social music is an artistic manifestation of that evolution focused on bringing people together to celebrate our contrasting cultures, ultimately revealing the common bonds that tie us together. When you're singing along, laughing, crying and dancing together, it's hard not to love the person that is standing next to you."

The Social Music Mentoring Program (SMMP) was created to engage the community and to create long-lasting multigenerational bonds while on tour. Through various collaborative projects, performances, masterclasses and events held in the community, Jon, his band and guest artists such as Quincy Jones will mentor young people and guide them in discovering how they can use social music to enhance their own communities. No previous musical experience is necessary to participate in SMMP, just a curious mind and a desire to make a positive impact in their community.
Dates for the “Social Music Residency” are as follows:
Tuesday, June 23rd: NoMad Bar
Kickoff: Social Music Experience
Description: The first-ever Social Music Experience to initiate The NoMad Hotel Takeover by Jon Batiste. Jon and his band, Stay Human, will jam through the night atop the bar as spectators and revelers sing, dance and celebrate on the ground floor and balcony.  Delicious food and drinks will be served! Warning: Side effects from the party may include sore feet from excessive dancing, no voice from singing too loud, and a permanent smile from having too much fun.

Wednesday, June 24th: NoMad Bar
Social Music Experience
Description: Take a break from the club and come party with us in a unique alternative space with the most jaw dropping live music you've heard in ages. The night includes cocktails, bar bites from Chef Daniel Humm & Chef James Kent and then a roaring party with Jon Batiste & Stay Human to dance the night away. Each night will be a different experience, so why not come twice?

Thursday, June 25th: Johnston Room
Social Storytelling (For kids and teens)
Description: Bring the kids! Edutainment tailored to the next generation, featuring storytelling and interactive performances by Jon Batiste & Stay Human. Feel free to come as you are; No need to dress up! Specifically crafted to feel like a celebratory musical gathering for the youth—a fun learning experience (with snacks!) that will leave you feeling amazing no matter what age you are. Study after study shows that learning music is proven to increase children’s intelligence, so if you want smart kids, this is the event for you.

Friday, June 26th: Johnston Room
Art, Thought, And Social Music
Description: A night of the best, most exciting music that you will ever hear in the world—up close and personal. Legendary musicians and phenomenally talented professional performers will pop up unannounced to join Jon Batiste & Stay Human on the bandstand. Imagine a night of dancers swingin’ thru the place, while guests can enjoy some black truffle popcorn and craft cocktails. Ultimate swank that ends with everybody on the dance floor; come ready to listen and dress to impress.

Saturday, June 27th: Rooftop
Ultimate Social Music Dance Party on the Roof
Description: If the beat of New Orleans, Africa, India, Brazil and Cuba came together, what kind of groove would they create? Come find out at this otherworldly celebration on the roof of the beautiful NoMad Hotel. With the skyline of Manhattan as the backdrop, expect a full-fledged Social Music celebration, a collaboration with professional dancers, and a groove that goes on until the wee hours of the night. Entrance will be denied to those unwilling to get down.

Sunday, June 28th: Rooftop
Sunday Brunch with Jon Batiste
Description: The perfect combination of Bloody Mary’s, dancing, and socializing! An indoor/outdoor Sunday brunch with new friends, great food and the one and only Jon Batiste. He & Stay Human will be joined by a vocal quartet and bluegrass string section to give you that warm and fuzzy feeling a down home Sunday brunch oughta provide. If you like music, this event is for you. If you like people, this event is for you.

Monday, June 29th: Eleven Madison Park
LOVE RIOT!
A night beyond explanation that you’ll be sure to remember forever. Hosted by the highly coveted three-star Michelin restaurant, Eleven Madison Park—you’ll find celebrity guest artists and lots of other surprises in store for the final event of the Social Music Residency. Exquisite cocktails, the best music in New York City and the who’s who in attendance will make this the place to be. We can’t tell you too much, or else it wouldn’t be a surprise, would it? Just trust us, you won't be disappointed!

The NoMad Hotel is located at 1170 Broadway, NY, NY 10001 and Eleven Madison Park  at 11 Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10010.

ABOUT JON BATISTE

The New Orleans-bred, New York-based musician, educator and humanitarian is somewhat of an enigma thanks to his diverse mix of influences. Born into a long lineage of Louisiana musicians, Batiste grew up playing percussion in his family’s band before switching to piano when he was 11 years old. He went on to graduate from the Juilliard School and formed his band, Stay Human. Now he balances a demanding international performance schedule—which often includes his signature, impromptu ‘love riot’ street parades—with his role as Artistic Director At Large of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, and occasional acting gigs, like playing himself on the HBO series Treme or his most recent role in director Spike Lee’s Red Hook Summer. www.jonbatiste.com<http://www.jonbatiste.com>

ABOUT THE NOMAD HOTEL
The NoMad Hotel has a casually elegant food and beverage program under the supervision of Chef Daniel Humm and Restaurateur Will Guidara. Inspired by Chef Daniel’s time spent throughout Switzerland, California, and New York City, the restaurant is rooted in the same traditions found at their critically acclaimed, Michelin three-star rated Eleven Madison Park. The restaurant is comprised of a series of rooms surrounding a glass-enclosed atrium and features a refined yet approachable menu with a wine program that celebrates the great winegrowing regions of the world and innovative, classically-focused cocktails. www.thenomadhotel.com<http://www.thenomadhotel.com>

About Chase Sapphire Preferred
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