Stevie: A Life in the Key of Songs
Saturday, May 16, 2026
7:30 PM
BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music)
30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Scheduled
About This Event
At BAM, Stevie: A Life in the Key of Songs presents reinterpretations of Stevie Wonder's work, with esteemed musicians and notable guests rendering selections from his catalogue in a classical idiom. The program also includes Remembering, a live dance project by the artist billed under the same name, whose choreography is shaped by musical structure, rhythm and ensemble presence.
About Songs in the Key of Life(album)
Released in 1976 as a sprawling, three-part statement, *Songs in the Key of Life* marked the point where Stevie Wonder’s early‑1970s run cohered into a single social and personal ledger. At BAM, the material is reframed in a classical idiom, performed by Stevie Wonder alongside premier musicians and rotating guest artists, with a companion dance work, *Remembering*, shaped by clear, music-led choreography. In New York, Wonder’s songs carry a long civic afterlife, circulating through borough block parties, jazz rooms, and conservatory programs. Heard this way, the writing’s moral focus comes forward without being smoothed into nostalgia.
About the Artists
Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder, a legendary figure in the music world, continues to enchant audiences with his timeless artistry and innovative spirit. Known for his pioneering influence across genres like R&B, pop, and jazz, Stevie's work transcends boundaries and speaks to the heart of music lovers everywhere.
Esteemed musicians and notable guests
Esteemed musicians and notable guests typically include various performers and artists who participate in concerts or events at venues like BAM, showcasing a range of musical styles and genres.
Stevie: A Life in the Key of Songs
Stevie: A Life in the Key of Songs is a dance artist whose work moves between concert stages and cross-genre collaborations. Their performance history includes projects with Les Arts Florissants, David Rivera y La Bámbula, Paul Beaubrun, Word.