Brian Urra - Chillean Jazz Series

Brian Urra, an award-winning Chilean violinist, composer, arranger, and educator, presents an intimate evening of original music drawn from his upcoming debut album *Blanca*. Inspired by family memories, love, and the passage of time, the performance blends Chilean folk elements with jazz improvisation and contemporary textures, weaving a narrative that traces his grandmother’s life through compositions filled with nostalgia, emotion, and celebration. Urra’s extensive background includes performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Newport Folk Festival, as well as studies with acclaimed musicians such as Billy Childs, Kris Davis, and Danilo Perez. This event is co-presented with the Embassy of Chile.

When: Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 9:30 PM.

Showtimes: One performance at 9:30 PM.

Tickets: $35 per person, plus a $7 fee. Final sale: no refunds and not transferable. A $15 food/beverage minimum per person is not included in the ticket price and is required.

Lineup: Brian Urra (violin, composition, arrangement).

Run time: Not specified in the available information.

Ages: Not specified; please contact the venue for age restrictions.

Venue: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20007.

Note: Seating is first-come, first-served. Doors open at 6:00 PM for the 7:00 PM performances and 8:45 PM for the 9:30 PM performances (Monday through Saturday) and at 4:30 PM and 7:15 PM on Sundays. Photography and recording of any kind during the performance are prohibited. Please keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.