Big Apple Jazz Tours

History

Big Apple Jazz is the only tour company of its kind in New York City with a passion for seeking out the authentic hidden jazz haunts of Harlem & Greenwich Village. Gordon Polatnick founded this company in 1997 after a lifetime of world travel, and work as a tour guide throughout the Americas. Currently, Big Apple Jazz Tours welcomes individual jazz fans as well as corporate and school groups wishing to get off-the-beaten-path and down into the alley ways and basements where jazz music got started and still thrives. Our tours always include thrilling live jazz and fascinating sightseeing.

Specialties

Celebrating 25 spectacular years of Harlem Jazz Tours. Big Apple Jazz Tours is a guide service specializing in the music scenes of New York City. We are the recognized leader in introducing visitors, businesses, and student groups to the world capital of jazz. From Harlem's history and her hidden jazz haunts to the world's legendary jazz clubs in Greenwich Village and Midtown Manhattan -- We Will Show You Where It's At. Since we are a well rounded step-on guide service with Friendly and Knowledgeable guides covering all subjects and in all languages, we encourage you to call us with any tour related questions. We will set up a phone appointment to discuss your needs and produce a unique itinerary, then match you with the perfect guide to suit your schedule, budget and style. Public Harlem Jazz Tours are available daily. For information and ticket availability please visit our website.