World Stage Big Band
The World Stage4317 - 4331 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles 90008
World Stage Big Band is a jazz workshop coordinated by Billy McCoy, functioning as a rehearsal band while exploring jazz written and performed for large ensemble. This Sunday session moves through the decades of jazz development across the past century.
The group is part of The World Stage’s regular programming and is also listed as hosted by Ralph Gibson.
The World Stage offers a unique experience as a dedicated space for jazz and African American cultural expression in Leimert Park. Founded by jazz drummer Billy Higgins and poet Kamau Daáood, it serves as both a performance venue and an educational hub, where you can catch live jazz concerts featuring both established and emerging artists. The room is a modest gallery-style space that encourages attentive listening, with a focus on the music rather than distractions like alcohol, which is not served here. Shows often include workshops and open jam sessions, fostering a community spirit rooted in artistic growth and cultural heritage. Expect a night where the music takes center focus, surrounded by walls that echo decades of creative history and community dedication.