News
6/17 2025 Woodsiders Jazz Jam is now on every Tuesday 8-11pm at Chowk NYC 59-10 Woodside Ave, Woodside, NY 11377
Special thanks to Keyed Up and Jazz Generation for co-sponsoring the event.
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ABOUT
WHO WE ARE
The Woodsiders Collective is an international jazz ensemble rooted in the vibrant neighborhood of Woodside, Queens, NYC.
Formed by musicians from across the globe, the group features Ecuadorian saxophonist Luis Sigüenza, German trombonist Justus Heher, New Orleans native Andrew McGowan on keys, Japanese guitarist Yuto Kanazawa, and the drummer Ilya Dynov from Russia/Belgium.
Since 2019, the band has hosted a popular weekly jam session in the Woodside–Sunnyside area. Currently, it takes place every Tuesday from 8–11pm at Chowk NYC (59-10 Woodside Ave). The session has become a community hub for local and international musicians.
The jam session has featured collaborations with renowned artists including Lonnie Plaxico, Tyler Mitchell, Mike Boone, Steve Davis, Stacy Dillard, Steve Wilson, and Alex Norris, offering unique opportunities for musicians to perform with jazz veterans.
Original compositions are a key part of the Woodsiders’ sound. Their original music has been featured on NPR’s Jazz Night in America, Spotify’s All New Jazz, and YouTube Music’s Jazz Hotlist.
Putting together an international band in NYC comes with challenges, but the Woodsiders’ dedication has earned them recognition in the local scene. They’ve been featured on WBGO Jazz Radio, performed at Woodside Festival and Smalls Jazz Club (hosted by Mike Boone), and since June 2025, their weekly jam has been co-sponsored by Keyed Up and Jazz Generation, also endorsed by Woodside on the Move.
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ALBUM
The Woodsiders Collective recorded an album in April 2021 at the Aggregate Studios in Brooklyn. Tracks are featured on NPR’s Jazz Night in America, Spotify’s All New Jazz and Youtube’s Jazz Hotlist playlists.
Woodsiders T-shirt & Tote Bag
Woodsiders T-Shirt available in 4 colors, Black, Dark Heather, Navy and Grey
LIVE
We also plays at Claret Wine Bar in Sunnyside NY on the last Friday of the month, 8-10:30PM.
CONTACT US
For booking and other questions, please feel free to contact us at woodsiderscollective@gmail.com