This event is in the past.It took place on July 18, 2026 at Lena Horne Bandshell.
Jazz & BluesJazz & BluesISSUE Project Room celebrates its 20th anniversary with a performance featuring Matana Roberts and a collaborative set from Ben Vida and Sara Magenheimer.
Matana Roberts
Brooklyn experimental jazz vocalist
Headliner
Matana Roberts returns to ISSUE Project Room for a solo performance rooted in improvisation, sonic experimentation, and spontaneous composition, continuing their long‑time presence in the venue’s experimental community.
Ben Vida
Brooklyn experimental composer and spoken‑word collaborator
Ben Vida will perform music from his 2026 release Oblivion Seekers, featuring spoken‑word duets with instrumental compositions and a casual, conversational flow.
Sara Magenheimer
experimental vocalist collaborating with Ben Vida
Sara Magenheimer joins Ben Vida for a live collaboration expanding on material from Oblivion Seekers, contributing vocal elements to the spoken‑word and instrumental pieces.
Jazz & BluesJazz & BluesISSUE Project Room celebrates its 20th anniversary with a performance featuring Matana Roberts and a collaborative set from Ben Vida and Sara Magenheimer.
Matana Roberts
Brooklyn experimental jazz vocalist
Headliner
Matana Roberts returns to ISSUE Project Room for a solo performance rooted in improvisation, sonic experimentation, and spontaneous composition, continuing their long‑time presence in the venue’s experimental community.
Ben Vida
Brooklyn experimental composer and spoken‑word collaborator
Ben Vida will perform music from his 2026 release Oblivion Seekers, featuring spoken‑word duets with instrumental compositions and a casual, conversational flow.
Sara Magenheimer
experimental vocalist collaborating with Ben Vida
Sara Magenheimer joins Ben Vida for a live collaboration expanding on material from Oblivion Seekers, contributing vocal elements to the spoken‑word and instrumental pieces.