2020-21
Witness the World Premiere: Freedom, Justice, and Hope
Featuring the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis and Social Justice Advocate Bryan Stevenson
Premieres May 21 at 7:30pm ET
On-demand through May 26
Virtual ticket: $20
In collaboration with Bryan Stevenson—a globally acclaimed activist, public interest lawyer, and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative—the JLCO with Wynton Marsalis will perform compelling and deeply personal new music by emerging composers Josh Evans (trumpet) and Endea Owens (bass; Jon Batiste’s Stay Human). Join us for this inspiring night of music.
Leadership support provided by Gregory Annenberg Weingarten, GRoW @ Annenberg
In these trying times, we plan to continue entertaining, enriching, and expanding the global community for jazz through online education and our social platforms. Please consider supporting Jazz at Lincoln Center at whatever level you can.
Live from Dizzy's Club is Back!
Join us from the comfort of your own home as we bring stunning New York views and the live jazz club experience to your living room. See the upcoming shows listed below and get your virtual ticket today.
Thursday, May 6 - 7:30pm ET
Paquito D'Rivera & Alex Brown (Buy Tickets)
Thursday, May 13 - 7:30pm ET
Lakecia Benjamin (Buy Tickets)
Thursday, May 27 - 7:30pm ET
Sullivan Fortner (Buy Tickets)
Register for Jazz Congress 2021
Registration is open for Jazz Congress, which will take place virtually on May 17-20, 2021. Presented by Jazz at Lincoln Center and JazzTimes, the conference for artists, media, and industry leaders in the global jazz community is free this year!
For a sample of what went down at last year's Jazz Congress, check out "We Insist: Speaking Truth to Power,” the newest episode of the Jazz Congress Podcast, available now on all platforms.
Swing U Spring Term Now in Session!
Swing University - Spring Virtual Term
Now–June 30
$10-$12 for individual classes
All-Access package available
Swing University offers engaging virtual classes for jazz fans, enthusiasts, and students of all backgrounds and levels. This term, learn more about jazz legends like Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, John Coltrane, and more!
Our fun and informal classes are taught by industry experts like Seton Hawkins, Todd Stoll, and Justin Poindexter as well as members of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra including Victor Goines, Vincent Gardner, and more. Explore jazz history, discuss new and classic tunes, and discover listening methods that will improve your concert experiences.
ALL-ACCESS PACKAGE RATE: $200 (to purchase, please email swingu@jazz.org or call 212-958-9877
SINGLE CLASSES:
$10 - pricing available through the Saturday prior to class
$12 - starting Sunday prior to class
Watch: “It Come ‘Round ‘Gin”
In the spirit of #JusticeAndHope, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Septet with Wynton Marsalis gives a lively performance of “It Come ‘Round ‘Gin” from The Democracy! Suite. Listen to the full album out now on Blue Engine Records.
Listen to the Sounds of Los Angeles With Our Playlist
From Lionel Hampton to Gerry Mulligan to Kamasi Washington, the City of Angels has been a West Coast hotspot for jazz innovation. Explore the evolution of LA jazz through our kaleidoscopic playlist.
Watch JALC Live and Create Your Own House of Swing
Check out this week's digital offerings (all times ET) and view our full schedule here.
Wednesday, May 5
7pm - Swing University: Jazz 101 (Register)
Thursday, May 6
12pm - A Closer Listen with Seton Hawkins and Yunie Mojica (Zoom and Facebook Live)
7pm - Swing University: Boss Guitar: The Music of Wes Montgomery (Register)
7:30pm - Live from Dizzy's Club: Paquito D'Rivera & Alex Brown (Buy Tickets)
Friday, May 7
7pm - Swing University: Pops is Tops: Celebrating Louis Armstrong (Register)
Saturday, May 8
3pm - Swing University: 88 Keys: Iconic Jazz Pianists (Register)
Sunday, May 9
2pm - Swing University: Change of the Century: Ornette Coleman's Genius (Register)
Tuesday, May 11
12pm - A Closer Listen with Seton Hawkins and Yunie Mojica (Zoom and Facebook Live)
7pm - Swing University: The Life of John Coltrane (Register)
