Lakecia Benjamin and Phoenix
Tue, Mar 31 -
Wed, Apr 1, 2026
Tickets may be purchased on-line or by phone.
Night of show seating typically available.
Dimitriou's Jazz Alley welcomes six-time Grammy nominated alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin for two nights. Band members are: Lakecia Benjamin (sax), Oscar Perez (piano), Elias Bailey (bass) and Quentin Baxter (drums). Show times Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm each night.
This show is supported by KNKX.
artist info
Six-time GRAMMY nominee Lakecia Benjamin is an alto saxophonist, MC, and bandleader known for her captivating live performances. Her acclaimed albums Phoenix and Pursuance: The Coltranes have firmly established her among jazz's foremost artists, with praise from The New York Times, The Guardian, and DownBeat.
Phoenix earned her three GRAMMY nominations and an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Jazz Album. Named Alto Saxophonist of the Year by the Jazz Journalist Association and Jazz Scholar by the Library of Congress, Benjamin's prominence continues to rise.
In 2024, she released Phoenix Reimagined (Live) on Ropeadope, featuring collaborations with John Scofield, Randy Brecker, and Jeff “Tain” Watts. Her performance was highlighted on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and received exceptional reviews during her debut on NPR’s Tiny Desk, further showcasing her exceptional talent. Phoenix Reimagined also received 2 GRAMMY nominations.
Lakecia released original composition “Noble Rise” in 2025. The single features saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins and guitarist Mark Whitfield and is currently nominated for the Best Jazz Performance GRAMMY.
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This performance requires payment at the time your reservation is made. Exact seats/tables may be purchased when you make your online reservation or you can call Jazz Alley at 206-441-9729 for assistance. All purchases are nonrefundable/nonexchangeable.
Preferential seating is given to our dinner guests. All sets are all ages. Dimitriou's Jazz Alley does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin. Jazz Alley is a seated night club, not a dance hall, every person admitted has an assigned fixed seat. Dining is optional.
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