John Koozin & the Neighborhood | Music of the Moving Image

($25-$35 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) John Koozin & the Neighborhood is a vibrant ensemble that reimagines songs from films and cartoons—infused with joy, nostalgia, and neighborhood warmth. The project reflects Koozin’s experience as a performer and educator in Sunnyside, Queens, blending tradition with innovation. Featuring Alan Acosta (saxophone) Robbie Lee (piano & vocals) John Koozin (bass) Chris Garriga (drums)

“John has a knack for bringing together talented musicians who perfectly elevate one another and the event itself. ‘John Koozin and the Neighborhood’s’ performance was a highlight of our Jim Henson events at MOMI, and we can’t wait to have them back.” — Museum of the Moving Image

John Koozin is a New York-based bassist, composer, and educator whose narrative-driven playing draws inspiration from cinema, visual arts, literature, faith, video games, and close collaborators. Koozin seeks to spark dialogue and unity through sound.

In New York and beyond, John has carved out a dynamic career as both a leader and sideman. He has performed at premier venues such as Birdland Jazz Club, Lincoln Center, Smalls, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the United Nations. International highlights include appearances at the Berne Jazz Festival (Switzerland) and Star Eyes (Japan), as well as performances with the Houston Symphony and the Metropole Orkestra. He has shared the stage with acclaimed artists such as Jason Moran, Joel Ross, Adam O’Farrill, Antonio Hart, Kalia Vandever, Matt Wilson, Arta Jēkabsone, François Rabbath.