New York Festival of Song (NYFOS)

New York Festival of Song (NYFOS) No song is safe from us!

Led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, NYFOS is dedicated to creating intimate song concerts of great beauty and originality.

“One of the longstanding delights of New York’s music scene.” -The New York Times

06/08/2026

🎶 **MUSIC MONDAY** 🎶

From the NYFOS Archives, we’re revisiting a captivating performance from Amor, featuring pianist and Artistic Director Steven Blier and the elegant Lucia Bradford in this heartfelt rendition.

“Walk my way, and a thousand violins begin to play...”💫

Bradford’s warmth and sophistication, paired with Blier’s exquisite artistry at the piano, bring fresh intimacy and charm to this timeless classic.

A beautiful reminder that great songs never lose their magic. ❤️🎵

THE PERFECT ENDING | As our season comes to an end, we celebrated new music is a conversation and last week’s NYFOS Next...
06/08/2026

THE PERFECT ENDING | As our season comes to an end, we celebrated new music is a conversation and last week’s NYFOS Next was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when composers and performers create together. ✨

Our latest collaboration with the Luna Composition Lab celebrated its 10th anniversary with the world premieres of new works by composers Alicia Erlandson, Elisa Johnson, and Devon Lee, written in close collaboration with soprano Jennifer Zetlan and mezzo-soprano Heather Johnson and brought to life with pianist and curator Nathaniel LaNasa. The program also featured music by members of Luna Lab’s remarkable community of composer-mentors.

Thank you to the artists, collaborators, and audience members who made this afternoon of creativity, connection, and discovery so memorable. Swipe through for a few moments from a concert that celebrated the future of song and the power of artistic collaboration. 🎶



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05/28/2026

NYFOS NEXT | Some songs stay with you long after the concert ends.

On June 1, we return to one of those unforgettable moments with a reprise of Nkeiru Okoye’s *28 Bathers* at *Same River Twice*.

Originally performed during our 2023 program “Lost in Translation”, this striking work returns.

“Same River Twice” explores memory, return, and transformation: how music changes when we encounter it again, and how we change with it.

Join for an evening of rediscovery, reflection, and songs that continue to resonate.

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05/27/2026

PART 3 — BROTHERHOOD

🖤 PART 3: Brotherhood

At the heart of My Brother’s Keeper is connection.

In the final chapter of our making-of series, the artists reflect on collaboration, and what they hope listeners will take away from this musical journey.

“My Brother’s Keeper” coming THIS FRIDAY to ALL PLATFORMS.

Visit the 🔗 IN BIO to learn more!

05/22/2026

PART 2 — THE ALBUM

🎙️ PART 2: Magic in a Bottle

Step inside the recording process for “My Brother’s Keeper” AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE next Friday!

From powerful first takes to unforgettable moments of collaboration, this chapter captures the artistry, emotion, and trust that shaped the album in real time.

Every voice brings a story.
Every song carries weight.

Watch Part 2 now.

LUNA LAB & NYFOS | Something old, something new, and entirely unmissable. 🎶NYFOS Next presents “Same River Twice” in col...
05/21/2026

LUNA LAB & NYFOS | Something old, something new, and entirely unmissable. 🎶

NYFOS Next presents “Same River Twice” in collaboration with , three world-premiere songs by Luna Lab alumni Alicia Erlandson, Elisa Johnson, and Devon Lee, celebrating the 10th anniversary of Luna Lab’s founding.

Soprano Jennifer Zetlan and mezzo-soprano Heather Johnson bring these brand-new works to life alongside beloved pieces by Luna’s mentors. Pianist Nathaniel LaNasa curates the evening.

📅 Monday, June 1 · 7PM
📍 Theater at 150W17, New York City
🎟 Link in bio

05/19/2026

🎬 PART 1: The Story Begins

Go behind the scenes of “My Brother’s Keeper”, a deeply personal new project from NYFOS Records exploring brotherhood, vulnerability, identity, and community through music.

In Part 1 of our making-of series, meet the artists and hear how this powerful collaboration first came together.

Featuring:
Joshua Blue • Steven Blier • Will Liverman • Joseph Parrish • Alan Williams • Jorell Williams • Chaz’men Williams-Ali

This is more than an album. It’s a conversation.

05/18/2026

MUSIC MONDAY | 🎶 A glimpse into the power, brotherhood, and artistry of My Brother’s Keeper with an except from “Come Unto Me”. This for the album is a moving new recording from NYFOS Records featuring extraordinary performances by six leading Black male vocalists alongside pianist Steven Blier. The full album arrives May 29 and celebrates solidarity, resilience, and the transformative power of song. 

This excerpt is just the beginning. Full album coming May 29th to NYFOS Records.

Lights, camera, NYFOS ✨🎬Last night’s NYFOS Spring Gala, Hurray for Hollywood!, was a glamorous celebration of iconic son...
05/12/2026

Lights, camera, NYFOS ✨🎬

Last night’s NYFOS Spring Gala, Hurray for Hollywood!, was a glamorous celebration of iconic songs from the silver screen and what a spectacular evening it was.

Swipe through for highlights from an unforgettable night of music, cocktails, dinner, and celebration with our incredible artists, supporters, and friends of NYFOS.

Featuring stunning performances by Julie Benko, Sophia Baete, Alex Mansoori, Jorell Williams, and Steven Blier, the evening brought Hollywood magic to Park Avenue with music by Stephen Sondheim, Burt Bacharach, The Beatles, and beloved classics from film history. 🎶⭐️

Thank you to everyone who joined us in support of another extraordinary NYFOS season and the power of live performance to bring people together. ❤️

We’re thrilled to welcome Bénédicte Jourdois to the cast of Fugitives on February 12 at Merkin Hall, her first concert i...
02/11/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Bénédicte Jourdois to the cast of Fugitives on February 12 at Merkin Hall, her first concert in her new role as Associate Artistic Director of NYFOS.

A member of the Metropolitan Opera music staff, Bénédicte is a celebrated pianist and vocal coach who teaches at the Met’s Lindemann Young Artist Development Program and Juilliard, and co-directs the Schwab Vocal Rising Stars at Caramoor with Steven Blier.

She joins Kate Lindsey, Gregory Feldmann, and Steven Blier for a powerful evening of song and storytelling.

📍 Merkin Hall
📅 February 12
🎶 Fugitives

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