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news | Apr, 27th 2020

In response to growing concerns about the spread of COVID-19, Jazz at Lincoln Center has canceled all concerts and classes in Frederick P. Rose Hall, The House of Swing, effective immediately, Thursday, March 12, 2020 through Wednesday, April 15, 2020. 

news | Apr, 24th 2020

Some of Jazz’s biggest stars got their start in the City of Brotherly Love including John Coltrane, the Heath Brothers and McCoy Tyner before moving on to impact the scenes of other cities.  From bebop to the avant-garde, explore Philly’s Jazz scene and the trailblazers who dared to push the envelope. 

Nobody in the history of jazz expressed himself more freely; or with more variety, swing, and sophistication than Duke Ellington.  Listen to our playlist of essential Ellington recordings and find out how he changed jazz forever. 

Wynton Marsalis appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to perform with Jon Batiste, Stay Human, and acclaimed dancer Lil Buck.  Check out video and behind-the-scenes content from their performance. 

New to jazz and don't know where to start?  With many artists and extensive catalogues of music, a new jazz listener can feel intimidated.  We're here to help!  Check out our list of 10 albums to get you started on your jazz journey and introduce yourself to some of jazz's great artists. 

On December 7, 2014 the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra drove 8 hours on an off day to play for Clark Terry on his 94th birthday.  Victor Goines, James Chirillo, Ted Nash, Vincent Gardner, and Walter Blanding recall the day and the impact that Clark had on jazz. 

Before his passing in May, Joe Temperley spent 29 unforgettable years as the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra's baritone saxophonist and its beloved elder statesman.  Between performances on their recent mini-tour of Canada, several JLCO members shared their memories of Temperley, who left behind an indelible legacy and a whole lot of stories. 

April is Jazz Appreciation Month, so we thought we'd celebrate by delving into the careers of a handful of underappreciated jazz artists.  Explore the careers of six musicians who deserve more accolades and learn the best places to start with their discographies.