The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:
The Mosesian Center for the Arts brings its relaunched jazz series, Chords and Cocktails, into the new year with an evening of soulful storytelling and virtuosic musicianship. On Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026 at 7:30 p.m., acclaimed vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Paul Jost is joined by pianist and composer Jim Ridl for an intimate and compelling performance in the Charles Mosesian Theater.
Hailed as “one of the most soulful jazz vocalists of his generation,” Jost is known for his passionate delivery, inventive phrasing, and deeply expressive approach to song. A multi-instrumentalist, arranger, and composer, he has performed at leading venues including Jazz at Lincoln Center, the 55 Bar, SMOKE Jazz Club, and major international festivals worldwide. Jazz in Europe has called Jost “a creative force that deserves to be added to the list of great male jazz vocalists of all time.”
Joining Jost is Jim Ridl, a celebrated pianist, composer, and educator whose career spans decades of collaboration across the jazz and contemporary music worlds. Ridl has appeared on multiple Grammy-winning recordings and is widely respected for his lyrical touch, harmonic depth, and adventurous musical sensibility. In addition to his performance career, Ridl is a dedicated educator and serves on the faculty of The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City.
Together, Jost and Ridl create a musical conversation rich with conviction, swing, and soul—an evening defined by spontaneity, nuance, and deep musical connection.
Chords and Cocktails marks an exciting new chapter of live music at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, presenting world-class jazz in an inviting, intimate setting. With exceptional artists, a relaxed atmosphere, and a focus on meaningful musical experiences, the series brings audiences together to celebrate the spirit and vitality of live jazz.
Paul Jost and Jim Ridl perform for one night only on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM 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 PM 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:
February 11, 2026, 7:30 PM | Kris Adams featuring Greg Hopkins & Friends
April 1, 2026, 7:30 PM | Nicole Zuraitis
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