ShapeShifter Lab

Attention @foodcoop members, friends and loved ones: This Thursday, one of our liveliest and best attended events of last year is back! Come out and square dance at the @shapeshifterlab on May 21st! Bring friends and family and learn how to “do-si-do”, “rip and snort,” and more. Alex “Sargent Seedoo” Udis @sargentseedoo will call and teach all dances. Dance to the tunes of award-winning old-time and bluegrass string band musicians Jennifer Wilkin @jwil_fiddle , Andrea Asprelli @atowndretown , A’yen Tran @ayen_bass , Dave Speranza @davesperanza ,joebass @studio808a , James Shipp @jamesshippmusic and friends. Every dance will be taught and beginner-friendly. No experience or partner necessary. Tix are$15 and help support production costs. 6pm doors for refreshments and mingling, dance lesson starts at 7pm. RSVP: Link in bio @psfc_fun_committee

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS (501C3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026 > 8:30PM ET > $28 Neal Kirkwood Big Band, Future of Futurism EP Release Saxes and Woodwinds: * Matt Hong, Bruce Williamson, Connor MacLeod, Adam Kolker, Patience Higgins Trumpets: * Andy Gravish, Ron Horton, David Smith, James Zollar Trombones: * Willie Applewhite, Ed Neumeister, Nick Grinder, James Rogers Rhythm Section: * Neal Kirkwood, Rob Garcia, Jennifer Vincent, Diana Herold Ticket link: /e/neal-kirkwood-big-band-future-of-futurism-ep-release-tickets-1985865187233 #nealkirkwoodbigband #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic

This Friday 8:30pm at @shapeshifterlab , @nealkirkwood Big Band celebrating an EP release. Come dig Neal’s brilliant compositions and these fantastic players. And it’s a big band in Brooklyn!

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS (501C3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 > 7-9PM ET > FREE ShapeShifter Lab/ShapeShifter Plus Jam Session Hosted by Anthony Muthurajah Event link: /eventDetails.html?eventId=p3GlWNirSz @anthonymuthurajah @andaluguitar @scheongmusic @shapeshifterlab @shapeshifterplus @garrisonjazz @highlights @followers #anthonymuthurajah #garrisonjazz #mattgarrisonbass #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic #jamsession #shapeshifterlabjamsession #shapeshifterplusjamsession

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS (501C3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026 > 7PM ET > $28 M2duO debuts a high-energy program blending Argentine tango, reimagined Japanese oldies, and original songs. Celebrating 25 years of collaboration, M2duO—violinist Machiko Ozawa and pianist Makia Matsumura—reimagines Argentine tango through their signature interpretations of Japanese oldies and original compositions. Influenced by Astor Piazzolla, the duo’s sound reflects Ozawa’s international tango career and Matsumura’s improvisational work as a silent film accompanist. Machiko Ozawa – Violin, Electric violin () Makia Matsumura – Piano () @unpianistique @machikoozawa @shapeshifterlab @shapeshifterplus @highlights @followers Ticket link: /e/m2duo-tickets-1983667586149 #m2duo #machikoozawaviolin #makiamastumurapiano #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic

Gen-all Choir was amazing this past Saturday! Listen to the final performance of the super fun Zootopia Mashup!! 3 more chances to sing all together! Check out the link in our bio for tickets! Saturdays 5/16, 5/30, 6/6!! Times and songs on our website!

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS (501C3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 > 3PM-4PM ET > $26.39 The Simon Metzger Group: Ticket link: /eventDetails.html?eventId=x3TB63GTmf The Simon Metzger Group will be performing original compositions as well as music from Simon's debut album "Starting Point" Simon Metzger is a New York City-based jazz drummer, bandleader, and composer. His musical journey of almost twenty years has led him to work with world-class musicians such as Kendrick Scott, Clarence Penn, Peter Erskine, Jon Hatamiya, Paul Cornish, and Gerald Clayton. Simon’s humble and dedicated approach continues to establish himself as an emerging voice in contemporary jazz. Simon Metzger – Drums Martin Upton – Bass Evan Anderson – Piano Luke Bacani – Vibraphone Brent Lerman – Alto Saxophone @simonmetzgerdrums @shapeshifterplus @shapeshifterlab @followers @highlights #simonmetzgergroup #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS (501C3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 > 6PM-7PM ET > $13.36 Best of The Nightingale Fam @thenightingalefam A very special Mother’s Day Eve concert featuring sparkly originals and rock & pop faves! Since 2019, The Nightingale Fam has led eclectic musical storytelling programs at parks, libraries and venues from Brooklyn Bowl to Greenlight Bookstore. The original Nightingale Fam band, featuring Mary Knapp, Teagan Taylor, Doug Berns, Sean Salant and Ethan Meyer, makes its grand return for a very special Mother’s Day Eve concert featuring sparkly originals and rock & pop faves. Mary Knapp – vocals, accordion, guitar, piano @powerknappzz Teagan Taylor – vocals, trumpet @teagieteag Sean Salant – guitar, vocals @seansalant Doug Berns – bass, vocals @duglust Ethan Meyer – drums, vocals @ethanmeyereatsdrums Ticket link: /eventDetails.html?eventId=qYz3ZdoMc0 @shapeshifterplus @shapeshifterlab @followers @highlights #thenightingalefam #maryknapp #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS 501(C)(3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 > 3PM-4PM ET > $18.41 Gen-All Choir: NYC Choir Project’s all-ages group. Each session teaches a full pop song in 3-part harmony. Fun, accessible, and no experience needed! This week: Song: Zootopia Mash-Up - Shakira #nycchoirproject #genallchoir #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS (501C3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 > 10AM-12PM ET > $20 Music And Tissue Paper Play: Old First Nursery School (OFNS) is hosting a "Music and Family Fun" event at ShapeShifter Lab in Brooklyn on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM. This event brings the Park Slope community together for interactive music, designed for young children in a, popular local venue. Ticket sales will benefit OFNS, NYC’s oldest co-op preschool! Hope to see you there! #oldfirstnurseryschool #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of mentorship, and musical excellence with The Fat Cats Youth Orchestra in a special afternoon concert series at ShapeShifter Lab with NYC All City Latin Ensemble. Whether you’re a jazz lover, a supporter of youth arts, or simply looking for a powerful musical experience, this concert series is not to be missed. 🗓 May 17th ⏰️ 3 PM 📍 ShapeShifter Lab, Brooklyn, NY 🎟 Free & Open to the Public Get tickets: link in the bio Come celebrate 15 years of Fat Cats with us. All are welcome. #nycmusic #youthorchestra #freenyc #thingstodonyc #nycjazz

PRESENTED BY SHAPESHIFTER PLUS (501C3) @SHAPESHIFTERLAB : FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 > 9:30PM-10:30PM ET > $22.67 The Jack Nissen Quintet Bassist Jack Nissen Quartet plays originals + Songbook, inspired by Wayne Shorter, Sam Rivers, Joe Henderson—modern post-bop homage. Jack Nissen - bass Shota Renwick - tenor saxophone Ryan Venora - trumpet Derek Lewis - piano Drew Deur - drums Ticket link: /eventDetails.html?eventId=KMggEaSlyv #shapeshifterlab #shapeshifterplus #ssl #brooklynmusic #nycconcert #nycnonprofit #nonprofit #nycmusic #brooklynarts #brooklynlivemusic #brooklynmusic #brooklynnonprofit #communityevents #livemusic #parkslopeentertainment #parkslopelivemusic