BXP Summer Sounds
June-August, 2026
Enjoy free lunchtime concerts by an amazing and diverse lineup of Jazz, World and Pop musicians
every Wednesday from 12:00-1:30pm at The Hugh Plaza in Midtown, 601 Lexington Ave & E53rd St.
Presence Mundial
Oskar Stenmark and Presence Mundial. This unique concept embodies the spirit of football/soccer through music, bridging the gap between the two worlds. The group presents timeless FIFA anthems mixed with grooves, improvisation and high energy. Get in the spirit of the World Cup as the duo fuses music, camaraderie and community into one big celebration.
Oskar Stenmark is born and raised in Gothenburg, Sweden. His family has a long legacy in music that has been traced back to 1762. Oskar developed a musical interest at an early age and eventually picked up the trumpet. After a Bachelor’s degree in improvisation at the Academy of Music and Drama in Gothenburg Oskar moved to New York City to pursue his musical dreams. He has performed with stars such as David Byrne, Living Colour and multiple GRAMMY award winner Maria Schneider Orchestra. Oskar is a Yamaha artist and his trumpet has been heard at the Super Bowl, the Matrix Resurrection and at New York Fashion Week for the luxury label Monse. Oskar, tenth generation musician, has a Master’s degree in Jazz Arts from the Manhattan School of Music and continues to develop his musical and artistic vision while living in New York.
Mel Semé
Born and raised in the vibrant streets of Camagüey, Cuba, Mel is a musical sensation whose talent knows no bounds. His deep-rooted passion for music led him to the prestigious University of Arts in Havana, where he honed his craft and emerged as a true virtuoso. Semé’s musical journey has taken him far beyond his Cuban roots. Today, he splits his time between Barcelona and Los Angeles and now he’s begun his journey through New York’s theatre scene playing Ibrahim Ferrer on Buena Vista Social Club broadway show. His diverse influences, ranging from traditional Cuban rhythms to contemporary pop, folk, and jazz, infuse his music with a unique and captivating blend of sounds. With his sultry voice and unparalleled skill on various instruments, he transcends borders, captivating audiences globally. His music is a bridge that connects cultures, and his story is a testament to the power of music to unite us all.
Dada Cozmic
Dada Cozmic is a Dominican-born, Bronx-raised multidisciplinary artist, dancer, and DJ known for infusing dance floors with a rich mix of Afro-Caribbean roots, house, dembow, reggaeton, and global club sounds. Heavily influenced by her NYC upbringing and queer identity, she is a staple in the city's nightlife, frequently celebrated for creating safe, community-focused, and vibrant dance experiences.
Dada Cozmic approaches dance floors as sacred ground. Her sound is deeply rooted in the Caribbean and Afro-Diaspora, frequently blending traditional rhythms with electronic and underground dance tracks. Her sets are designed to tell a story of culture, movement, and energy, celebrating New York's diversity while honoring her Dominican heritage.
Os Clavelitos
Os Clavelitos is an "American Samba" band based in New York City, who creates original music combining traditional Brazilian rhythms (samba, baiao, bossa nova, and frevo) with English lyrics. With band members from Brazil, Japan, and the U.S., the six piece ensemble celebrates Brazil's rich musical heritage, while incorporating their eclectic performing backgrounds in "Latin", indie, jazz, pop, and folkloric styles. Os Clavelitos also perform traditional and popular Brazilian songs, sung in Portuguese. Os Clavelitos music and live performances celebrating community, inclusion and having fun. They often incorporate batucada (percussion ensemble) into their shows and present an upbeat, high energy performance that gets people up and dancing! Os Clavelitos' album, "Arriving", debuted at #1 on the Roots Music Report Top 50 World Chart and is #7 on the RMR Top 200 World Albums of 2016. Os Clavelitos is essentially about coming together to share culture and influences; conjuring an enchanting vista of sounds, as welcoming as a leisurely Sunday feast, abundant with food, friends, dancing, and samba for all. Os Clavelitos make a welcoming, big-hearted sound, inviting you to their samba parade, where we are all 'Arriving' joyfully home in our shared humanity.
Ajada Reigns
Ajada Reigns was born in New York City to a musically inclined family. Her calling within the world of music was planted in her early years while singing in church, later to be nurtured. She shaped her unique singing style with the training she received from the Harlem School of Arts and the Professional Performing Arts High School in New York City, where she learned to sing in four different languages.
The three-time winner at the World-Famous Apollo Theater accredits Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill, India Arie, and Beyonce, among her inspirations. Ajada Reigns possess a powerful, unique vocal style. She has performed for and with household names such as Dr. Martin Luther King III., Donnie McClurkin, Joe Budden, Mary J. Blige, Elle Varner, Chaka Khan, Ashford & Simpson, Ben Vareen, Queen Latifah, Vic Mensa, Plies, AJ Mitchell, and many more.
Ajada Reigns has also performed as a vocalist and actress in several musical productions, including the off-Broadway play, "Your Arms Are Too Short to Box With God," featuring Dr. Cissy Houston. Noted for her stage presence, style, and positivity, many can agree with Grammy-nominated artist Major when he says, "The world needs what she brings."
Os Clavelitos
Os Clavelitos is an "American Samba" band based in New York City, who creates original music combining traditional Brazilian rhythms (samba, baiao, bossa nova, and frevo) with English lyrics. With band members from Brazil, Japan, and the U.S., the six piece ensemble celebrates Brazil's rich musical heritage, while incorporating their eclectic performing backgrounds in "Latin", indie, jazz, pop, and folkloric styles. also perform traditional and popular Brazilian songs, sung in Portuguese. Os Clavelitos music and live performances celebrating community, inclusion and having fun. They often incorporate batucada (percussion ensemble) into their shows and present an upbeat, high energy performance that gets people up and dancing! Os Clavelitos' album, "Arriving", debuted at #1 on the Roots Music Report Top 50 World Chart and is #7 on the RMR Top 200 World Albums of 2016.
Os Clavelitos is essentially about coming together to share culture and influences; conjuring an enchanting vista of sounds, as welcoming as a leisurely Sunday feast, abundant with food, friends, dancing, and samba for all. Os Clavelitos make a welcoming, big-hearted sound, inviting you to their samba parade, where we are all 'Arriving' joyfully home in our shared humanity.