Billy Stritch and I are going to mix it up in Los Angeles! We do Cast Party there a few times a year, but thought it would be fun to return to Vitello’s, our old stomping ground, for two very special shows! Join us for some great songs, conversation and maybe even a special guest or two!
Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/monicaatbirdland (link in bio)
Monica Ramey at Birdland Jazz Club
September 6, 2026
with @billystritch , Roger Spencer and @e_halvorson
"Now that the trend of aging rockers cutting albums of show tunes and standards seems thankfully to have run its course, we're back to vocalists with a real feel for and understanding of the jazz tradition doing them justice. Nashville's Monica Ramey is a shining example. Her excellent release Make Someone Happy offers resourceful, soaring and engaging interpretations of material from The Great American Songbook." -Ron Wynn, Nashville Scene
Monica Ramey, a talent from the Midwest, has consistently received high praise, collaborating with notable artists including Beegie Adair, Anthony Wilson, Clifton Davis, Jeff Steinberg, Annie Sellick, Roger Spencer, Rod McGaha, Jeff Coffin, and Lori Mechem, all of whom have lauded her artistry.
The significant musical collaboration between Monica and renowned jazz pianist Beegie Adair has been instrumental in her career, leading to numerous album releases and sold-out performances nationwide, particularly at New York's Birdland Jazz Club. The Tennessean remarked on her stage presence, describing her voice as "a smooth, velvety voice formed by years of study and countless performances, putting her own fresh spin on jazz standards." Broadway World highlighted her singing as
"impeccable" declaring her "one of the best jazz vocalists.”
Currently, she is engaged in a year-long residency at NJW, where she curates monthly shows that celebrate the legacy of Great American Composers.
Join Monica for this one night only performance and make your holiday memorable in NYC.
Headed to JFK this morning for my flight to London, and feeling so grateful and excited to bring a beautiful new set of music with me! I’ll be sharing jazz interpretations of Broadway favorites, Brazilian bossa nova, and some of the great classic American songs I love so much.
I hope you’ll join me for one of the shows this weekend:
Friday at 7 PM
Sunday at 5 PM
Can’t wait to see dear friends and London fans again soon!
Ticket into in link tree in bio.
Headed to JFK this morning for my flight to London, and feeling so grateful and excited to bring a beautiful new set of music with me! I’ll be sharing jazz interpretations of Broadway favorites, Brazilian bossa nova, and some of the great classic American songs I love so much.
I hope you’ll join me for one of the shows this weekend:
Friday at 7 PM
Sunday at 5 PM
Can’t wait to see dear friends and London fans again soon!
Link in comments below
We're so happy that we get to host Cast Party in LONDON twice a year! And if even a *few* of the ridiculously-talented and fabulous folks who have been messaging me show up, these are going to be three thrilling nights of entertainment! Join us! #castparty #varietyshow #openmic
Calling all my London friends and fans—this time next week I’ll be on a plane headed your way! I’m thrilled to be returning to Crazy Coqs for two solo shows (May 15 & 17) along with three nights of Cast Party with Jim Caruso (May 13, 17 and 18).
I would absolutely love to see my UK pals and fans there—be sure to make your reservations this week. Check out the LinkTree in my bio for the link to tickets and more information.
Billy Stritch: Let’s Fall in Love | 15th & 17th May
Billy Stritch returns to Crazy Coqs. The acclaimed pianist and vocalist brings a brand-new show, Let’s Fall In Love, a celebration of timeless romantic classics from the golden age of Broadway and beyond.
With a legendary career spanning over four decades, including work with icons like Liza Minnelli and Tony Bennett, Stritch delivers world-class musicianship, charm, and unforgettable songs plus a special tribute to Bennett’s centenary year.
Join us for a night of elegance, nostalgia, and pure musical magic.
This is the moment in the song where the song turns and all bets are off…
We’ll be singing this soon 🔜
May 27–29 at 54 Below.
New York City
Come be in the room with us & our 🔥 quartet !!
Jim Caruso’s Cast Party with Billy Stritch at the Piano | 13th, 17th & 18th May
They’re back! Jim Caruso’s Cast Party returns to Crazy Coqs, bringing the magic of its legendary 23-year run at NYC’s Birdland.
Expect warmth, glamour, wit and a dazzling mix of West End stars, jazz greats, and exciting new voices. Hosted by Jim Caruso with Billy Stritch at the piano, it’s always a sold-out, star-studded sensation.
Don't miss the party!
I just looked at my calendar and can hardly believe that in two weeks I’ll be back in my beloved London. Jim Caruso and I will be doing three nights of Cast Party, and I’ll also be performing two solo shows.
The venue is the ultra-glamorous and intimate Crazy Coqs at Brasserie Zèdel. I’ve been appearing there for well over a dozen years now, and it remains one of my favorite places to return to.
I’ve planned a special show filled with love songs, wonderful pop favorites, and a tip of the hat to Tony Bennett, whose 100th birthday we celebrate later this year.
I hope my London friends and fans will come join me. Two shows only: Friday, May 15 at 7 PM and Sunday, May 17 at 5 PM. Ticket link in my LinkTree in bio.
Here’s a little clip from my show there last year.#billystritch
#anightingalesanginberkeleysquare #londontown #brasseriezédel #crazycoqs
Here’s a precious memory that popped up today. This was filmed by yours truly one day six years ago in Linda’s apartment. Linda’s contribution to Stephen Sondheim‘s birthday celebration - which was online that year due to Covid - was her performance of “The Boy From…“ From The Mad Show. The producers had asked Linda Lavin to share a few of her memories of Steve and this was part of her response. I just thought you might enjoy seeing this today. We were about six weeks into Covid and still keeping our distance from each other but because Linda lived three floors above me, we became very close during that strange time. I miss her every day. There was just nobody like her! By the way, one of my most treasured possessions is that lovely Chanel brooch she’s wearing in this. Sometimes I wear it on my tuxedo jacket because I like taking her with me whenever possible, especially to dress up events! #lindalavin #stephensondheim #theboyfrom #covidmemory #themadshow
