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South African vocalist Vuyo Sotashe and American pianist and composer Chris Pattishall bring their deeply expressive musical partnership to Hudson Hall for a program that moves across continents and generations, with music by Duke Ellington, Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder, South African Xhosa hymns, and selections from their 2026 EP Invocation.
Sotashe’s rich, resonant voice meets Pattishall’s “phenomenal touch at the keyboard” (Jazziz) in music of quiet intensity and emotional depth.
For the 2026 Hudson Jazz Festival, Sotashe and Pattishall will premiere a new song commissioned by Hudson Hall, joined on the mainstage by rhythm section collaborators for a full ensemble performance.
Ticketing and passes:
- Festival Passes go on sale to Hudson Hall Members Friday, June 26 at 10AM, and to the public Wednesday, July 1 at 10AM.
- Single tickets on sale August 2026.
- Make it a weekend and save! Save 15% with a regular Mainstage Pass, or become a Hudson Hall Member to save an additional 10%.
- Early Birds: purchase before August 1, 2026 to receive an additional $10 off any pass, starting at just $99.
Lineup:
- Vuyo Sotashe, vocals
- Chris Pattishall, piano
- Bass, TBA
- Drums, TBA
Tickets (per show):
- Section 1: $85 (plus $5 fee), Reserved Cabaret Table Seat
- Section 2: $55 (plus $5 fee), Theater Seat
- Section 3: $35 (plus $5 fee), Theater Seat, Rear/Side Seat (theater seating, keyboard/drums sightlines may be restricted)