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Aaron Kaufman-Levine at Chicago Stages
Apr 19
Aaron Kaufman-Levine at Chicago Stages

As part of Logan Center for the Arts Chicago Stages, award-winning saxophonist Aaron Kaufman-Levine brings his quartet for free show at the lovely Café Logan. This free one hour set at Cafe Logan is pre-show concert to Fire and Water Quintet at University of Chicago Presents.

JAZZ LINKS JAM SESSIONS, 5PM-7PM at jazz SHowcase
May 8
JAZZ LINKS JAM SESSIONS, 5PM-7PM at jazz SHowcase

Come hear the the next generation of jazz artists. Free and open to the public. Jazz Links Jam Sessions create live performance opportunities where student musicians can learn, grow, and connect with their jazz community.

GALA 2024 with SAMARA JOY
May 29
GALA 2024 with SAMARA JOY

Grammy® Award winner Samara Joy is headlining the Jazz Insitute of Chicago’s 2024 Gala at the fabulous Park West. Stay tuned for tickets and details.

JAZZCITY with PETE BENSON ORGAN TRIO
Jun 7
JAZZCITY with PETE BENSON ORGAN TRIO

Don’t miss the 2024 season opener of JazzCity featuring the PETE BENSON ORGAN TRIO at Willye White Park. Free and open to the public. a

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interview with jazz legend Ron Carter
interview with jazz legend Ron Carter
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Jon Irabagon Searches the Saxophone for the New and the Now, Alone and Together
Jon Irabagon Searches the Saxophone for the New and the Now, Alone and Together

Consumed with curiosity, the child’s eyes and mind absorbed his aunt’s hand movements as she played Chopin on the piano. How, he wondered, did she play different tempos at the same time? This fascination led him to play piano, before the alto saxophone attracted his attention in the fifth grade.

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“The Drum Also Waltzes” Explores Max Roach, the Man, the Musician, and His Messages
“The Drum Also Waltzes” Explores Max Roach, the Man, the Musician, and His Messages
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Fred Anderson’s Velvet Lounge: What It Meant Then, What It STill Means Today…and Tomorrow
Fred Anderson’s Velvet Lounge: What It Meant Then, What It STill Means Today…and Tomorrow
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Eric Hochberg’s “StringThing” to Bring Different Quintet Standard for Jazz Festival Performance
Eric Hochberg’s “StringThing” to Bring Different Quintet Standard for Jazz Festival Performance
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Musings, Reflections, Creations from Maestro Ron Carter
Musings, Reflections, Creations from Maestro Ron Carter
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Singing, Signing, and Storytelling: Record Release Party for Joanie Pallatto Brings Many to the Mill
Singing, Signing, and Storytelling: Record Release Party for Joanie Pallatto Brings Many to the Mill
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‘Live’ Love from the Constellation: Harrison Bankhead’s life, intensity, and spirit celebrated by admirers in Chicago and beyond…
‘Live’ Love from the Constellation: Harrison Bankhead’s life, intensity, and spirit celebrated by admirers in Chicago and beyond…

Harrison Bankhead, March 1, 1955- April 6, 2023

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Roy McGrath Reinterprets Classics from Puerto Rico and Unveils New Tunes From Now on Menjunje
Roy McGrath Reinterprets Classics from Puerto Rico and Unveils New Tunes From Now on Menjunje

Imagine this: You, a young musician, have been hired to play four classic compositions made famous by your countryman. This icon, a septuagenarian, will be present, even though his health is declining.

You ready?

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Pearl Platitudes: 30th Anniversary of Kelan Phil Cohran’s “African Skies” to be Celebrated
Pearl Platitudes: 30th Anniversary of Kelan Phil Cohran’s “African Skies” to be Celebrated
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Von at 100!
Von at 100!

Even though Von Freeman left Chicago only after being promoted to a permanent position on August 11, 2012, his centennial will be celebrated before, during, and after October 3, 2023.

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McBride Engages Emotions and Ensemble Energy on Ramon
McBride Engages Emotions and Ensemble Energy on Ramon

However honest and honorable, songs saluting females in their titles possess a certain characteristic. When discussing “Jeannine,” Duke Pearson’s classic composition during a 1960 Jazz at the Philharmonic performance in Paris, Cannonball Adderley said, “You know, tunes named after girls like Jeannine are usually slow, wispy ballads, but this Jeannine is a swinging chick, right?”

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Public Programs

We bring the jazz experience directly to communities through programs presented in venues throughout Chicago. 99% of our programs are free and open to the public. Our programs keep Chicago jazz musicians working by creating a wide array of performance opportunities, build bigger audiences for Chicago jazz by presenting concerts and festivals that are free and available for all and keep our community thriving.

Education Programs

Engagement in the arts encourages a lifelong application of creative thinking. The Jazz Institute of Chicago Jazz Links education programs empower an ever-growing community of teachers and students through collaboration, experiential learning, professional development and direct connections to Chicago’s rich jazz legacy.

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As a member of The Jazz Institute of Chicago, you will receive special discounts and exclusive offers for concerts and events only available to members. You’ll have distinct opportunities to meet and engage with jazz musicians, enjoy tailored jazz news and programming, and mingle with jazz audiences who are a part of our thriving community that loves and supports jazz.

Contact

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312.427.1676