The annual fan-favorite celebrates its 12th year. Featuring music by The Jazz at Lincoln Centea Orchestra and its trombonist and brilliant arranger Chris Crenshaw and critically acclaimed vocalists Ekep Nkwelle and Robbie Lee, this swinging seasonal classic showcases new arrangements of timeless ...

'Tis the season once more! Let beloved Swing University instructor Seton Hawkins introduce you to the backstories behind some seasonal classics—and then watch as the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra perform those very same songs.

Jazz at Lincoln Center’s annual Big Band Holidays performance has become a true fan favorite. In this 2023 performance, Ashley Pezzotti’s expressive and commanding presence rings in the most wonderful time of the year.

Together with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, she ...

Bassist and composer Carlos Henriquez, a vibrant force in New York's jazz scene, brings his boundless creativity to the forefront. Known for his role in the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Henriquez captivated audiences with his critically acclaimed album The South Bronx Story, which earned Gra...

Pianist and composer Christian Sands draws in listeners with his dynamic sensitivity, imagination, and an invitational element in every note. A multi-Grammy nominee, the Steinway Artist and his trio-mates have become one of the most captivating small ensembles on the global scene, loved for thei...

Presenting his holiday smash hit at Dizzy's—saxophonist, composer, and JLCO fan favorite Sherman Irby invites listeners of all ages to celebrate A Very Irby Christmas. Following the world premiere of his latest work, JALC commission Musings of Cosmic Stuff, the consummate band leader embraces a m...

The JLCO and Grammy-nominated bassist and composer Carlos Henriquez continue their exploration of Afro-Cuban sounds and influences. Experience bright horn lines and bold harmony, beautiful lyricism, and the elastic syncopation of clave as Henriquez and his fellow artists share the stories behind ...

Bebop Revolution, led by trombonist and composer Vincent Gardner and members of the JLCO, pays tribute to the innovative and hard-swinging origins of bebop. Featuring big band and small ensemble arrangements, the event honors legends like Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, and Mary Lou Williams.

NEA Jazz Master Wynton Marsalis is arguably the most famous jazz musician alive. A tireless advocate for jazz being America’s classical music, Marsalis returns to SFJAZZ with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra for his first performance since receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award presented at...

Panamanian legend Rubén Blades returns to Rose Theater, revealing dimensions of his music he hasn't shared in 20 years. Integrating Brazilian harmony alongside Boca Livre and a classical approach to salsa alongside Costa Rica's Editus, the Grammy Award-winning singer and composer proffers a fresh...

Jazz at Lincoln Center presents a calypso-inspired evening honoring legendary artist and activist, the late Harry Belafonte. Grammy-nominated vocalist and songwriter René Marie brings her artful storytelling to The Appel Room, leading an award-winning ensemble that features trumpeter Etienne Char...

Join 2024 Grammy and Tony Award winner Bryan Carter in honoring Bayard Rustin with the Jazz at Pride Orchestra, set against the stunning backdrop of Columbus Circle in The Appel Room. Featuring powerhouse vocalists Vuyo Sotashe, J. Hoard, Shenel Johns, and Georgia Heers, this lively event celebra...

Grammy-nominated vocalist Catherine Russell brings her vibrant energy to Rose Theater, exploring the Roaring 20s with her ensemble. Delve into the era of change with swinging rhythms and timeless classics from Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. Perfect for the whole family!

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Perhaps no European city looms as large in the history of jazz as Paris. Travel to France and explore the full range of the city's scene, from apartment jam sessions to a Django-centric festiva ln in the country, from a dedicated radio DJ to some of the world's hottest clubs.

Classical Roots honors and celebrates African American composers, musicians, educators, and cultural and civic leaders. This celebration features Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis alongside the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, who take the stage to perform Marsalis’s own Swing Symp...