Wynton Marsalis News

Q. Smith will join the Moms' Night Out concert at The Green Room 42 on April 18th. Moms' Night Out is the ultimate cabaret series where your favorite showbiz mamas gather for an evening of storytelling in song.

Running from 7-30 August 2026, this year's Edinburgh International Festival will present 24 days of world-class performances selected for their artistic and cultural resonance across opera, theatre, music and dance.  

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.

Pianist and composer Laszlo Gardony will perform with his quartet at Regattabar in Cambridge on Friday, April 10. The performance will feature saxophonist Don Braden, bassist John Lockwood, and drummer Yoron Israel.

Bristol Riverside Theatre will present Jelly's Last Jam, directed by Tyrone L. Robinson with musical direction by Victoria Theodore, choreography by yaTande Whitney V. Hunter and tap choreography by Dewitt Fleming.

Featuring more than 35 classical performances covering a wide range of eras and four family concerts, the Nashville Symphony has announced its 2026/27 classical and family season.

The Town Hall will present the return of the Black History Month Choral Festival, featuring 250 students from NYC School Choirs. The celebration will take place at The Town Hall.

SFJAZZ has revealed the lineup for its 2026 Summer Sessions. The series features a roster of world-class artists ranging from legendary icons to contemporary trailblazers, offering a blend of jazz, soul, global grooves and more. 

The LA Phil has revealed the 2026 Hollywood Bowl summer season with performances at the world-renowned amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills from June to September 2026.

The Los Angeles Master Chorale will mark Grant Gershon's 25th anniversary as artistic director with a special 2026/27 season featuring collaborations with global artists and a lineup of classical masterworks.

Cameron Gunsbury-Massey has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, bringing extensive experience in arts leadership and community engagement.

Sullivan Fortner, recent Grammy winner for Best Jazz Instrumental Album, will perform at the 2026 Gilmore International Piano Festival in Kalamazoo, MI. The event spans from April 30 to May 10, showcasing Fortner's acclaimed jazz compositions.

Music Worcester will present the Grammy nominated Catherine Russell & Sean Mason Duo in an intimate and soulful jazz performance at the BrickBox Theater at JMAC on Thursday, March 26. 

Dot Time Records has announced the release of Catherine Russell's first live album, 'Catherine Russell – Live at Jazz at Lincoln Center,' set for April 24, 2026. The album captures a vibrant live performance, showcasing Russell's expertise in classic jazz and blues.

The Wharton Center will host an evening with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra featuring Wynton Marsalis, showcasing a vibrant selection of jazz performances.

James Gaffigan has renewed his contract with Komische Oper Berlin, extending his role as General Music Director through the summer of 2030.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  January 30, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Tanglewood has revealed the details of its 2026 season, opening in late June and continuing to Labor Day weekend. The schedule brings many of the world’s most exciting musicians to the beautiful Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts.

Aafter nearly 40 years of leadership, Wynton Marsalis will be transitioning from his current role as the artistic and administrative leader at Jazz at Lincoln Center over the next two and a half years.

Tacoma Arts Live, a non-profit arts organization serving the South Sound region since 1979, will close its doors this summer and put its building, the Tacoma Armory, up for sale.