The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:
The Mosesian Center for the Arts continues its relaunched jazz series, Chords and Cocktails, with an evening of expressive jazz, lyrical storytelling, and world-class musicianship. On Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM, acclaimed vocalist Kris Adams is joined by legendary trumpeter, composer, and arranger Greg Hopkins, along with an ensemble of distinguished musicians, for an intimate performance in the Dinah Lane Theater.
Known for her warm tone, emotional clarity, and deep connection to lyric and melody, Adams is a celebrated jazz vocalist and educator whose work bridges classic jazz traditions and contemporary expression. A graduate of Berklee College of Music and New England Conservatory, she has performed internationally at festivals and venues across the United States and Europe, including Italy’s Fara Sabina Jazz Festival. Her recordings have been praised for their nuance, sensitivity, and musical honesty.
Joining Adams is Greg Hopkins, a revered figure in the jazz world whose career spans decades as a trumpeter, composer, arranger, and educator. Hopkins has performed and recorded with leading jazz artists and ensembles, and his work is known for its melodic sophistication, inventive arrangements, and deep respect for the jazz tradition. A longtime Berklee faculty member, Hopkins has shaped generations of musicians while remaining an active and vital creative force. Together, Adams, Hopkins, and their ensemble create a richly textured musical dialogue – an evening defined by expressive phrasing, dynamic interplay, and the kind of spontaneous connection that thrives in an intimate listening-room setting.
Chords and Cocktails marks an exciting new chapter of live music at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, presenting world-class jazz in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. With exceptional artists, thoughtfully curated performances, and a focus on mood and musicianship, the series brings audiences together to experience jazz as both art form and shared moment.
Kris Adams featuring Greg Hopkins & Friends performs for one night only on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. as part of Chords and Cocktails, the Mosesian Center for the Arts’ jazz series. Tickets are $40 (including fees) and are available online at mosesianarts.org, or in
person and by phone during box office hours, Tuesdays through Thursdays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. at 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA. For questions, email tickets@mosesianarts.org.
The Chords and Cocktails series is supported by Blue Note Media Sponsor WBUR.
Chords and Cocktails Series Upcoming Events:
April 1, 2026, 7:30 PM | Nicole Zuraitis
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