Branford Marsalis News

SFJAZZ has unveiled its 2026-27 Season, Forward Motion, featuring more than 350 concerts that celebrate jazz as a living, evolving art form shaped by artists from around the world.

Songbook Sundays will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club with Gotta Right to Sing Harold Arlen, starring Christine Andreas, Nikki Renée Daniels, and Benny Benack III.

Austin audiences will have plenty of opportunities to travel the world without leaving their seats during Texas Performing Arts' newly announced 2026/27 season.

American Mural Project in Winsted, CT will present a Live @AMP concert with Americana and folk singer-songwriter Riley Cotton, a fishy Family Day, and more among its upcoming events.

September 2026 marks the centennial of John Coltrane’s birth. To honor the enduring legacy of one of jazz’s most transcendent voices, the Branford Marsalis Quartet and Dianne Reeves will perform at the Aronoff Center.

The Licensing House (TLH) has acquired the exclusive worldwide stock and amateur licensing rights to A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical, the acclaimed new musical inspired by the life and music of Louis Armstrong.

Penn Live Arts has announced its 2026–27 season, titled Belonging, featuring performances across dance, music, theatre, and family programming in Philadelphia. The season includes appearances by Tony-winners Audra McDonald and John Cameron Mitchell.

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced its lineup for the 2026-27 season, featuring a variety of Broadway hits and cultural performances. The season will kick off with the acclaimed musical HAMILTON, followed by other notable productions such as WICKED and THE LION KING. This announcement highlights the center's commitment to bringing diverse and high-quality entertainment to the region. The full season schedule and additional show details are available for those interested in atten

The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.

The Michigan Theatre board in Jackson, Michigan faces mounting criticism and financial uncertainty following the January firing of executive director Steve Tucker, with donors halting pledges and former board members speaking out.

Carnegie Hall has revealed programming for its 2026–2027 season, including more than 170 concerts by many of the world’s finest artists and ensembles, plus wide-reaching education and social impact programs.

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.

The Plano Symphony Orchestra continues its 2025/2026 season, Music That Matters, with an electrifying evening of jazz featuring the Branford Marsalis Jazz Quartet on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. at the Robinson Fine Arts Center.

Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and more have been nominated for 2026 GRAMMYS. See the full list of nominations here!

Penn Live Arts will open its 2025–26 season with Mark Morris Dance Group and the Branford Marsalis Quartet. The weekend of performances runs September 26–28 at the Michael Young Theatre.

Universal Preservation Hall will continue to welcome a lineup of talent, bringing laughter, music, and unforgettable performances to the Great Hall in Saratoga Springs. See the full lineup here!

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week

In October 2025, SFJAZZ will continue its 2025/26 season with an eclectic mix of world-class artists—from jazz legends and rising stars to genre-defying innovators in soul, global music, and beyond. See the lineup here!

The DC Jazz Festival returns August 27–31, 2025 with performances by NEA Jazz Masters, GRAMMY winners, and international stars. The five-day event culminates with a two-day finale at The Wharf over Labor Day weekend, featuring Marcus Miller, Lalah Hathaway, Branford Marsalis, John Scofield, Cécile McLorin Salvant, and many more.

Bilal will perform at the 15th anniversary of the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF) co-presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. The concert is free on Liberty Avenue in front of the August Wilson African American Cultural Center