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Pianist and singer from São Paulo, Brazil, Abelita Mateus began classical piano studies in her teens, and gradually developed a passion for jazz that brought her to the U.S. to pursue her Master in Jazz Performance at William Paterson University. In Brazil, Mateus performed with great artists including Vinicius Dorin, Raul de Souza, and Hermeto Pascoal.
Jazz on the Terrace at the Parrish, organized by Richie Siegler, features live, outdoor performances by accomplished jazz artists with a backdrop of the East End sunset. Guests may bring their own chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy the live music from the terrace and the Stewart F. Lane and Bonnie Comley Foundation Event Lawn. Table seating on the terrace is reserved for Golden Pear Cafe patrons.