Journey Through Jazz: The Great American Songbook The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Jazz at Lincoln Center102 Columbus Circle, New York 10107
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra takes a Journey Through Jazz: The Great American Songbook, bringing its 15-member big-band formation to classic American popular songs from the Golden Age. Music director Chris Crenshaw leads the program, which pairs familiar Songbook material with new perspectives on the repertoire. Guest vocalists are part of the evening, though the announced information does not name the singers appearing on this date.
Based at Frederick P. Rose Hall in New York City, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is a renowned big band whose instrumentalists work as soloists, composers, arrangers and educators as well as ensemble players. Its repertoire ranges across jazz styles, connecting classic works with contemporary arrangements. The orchestra has appeared with guests including saxophonists Joe Lovano and Walter Blanding, guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel and vocalist Tammy McCann. Reviewing another performance, The Guardian heard a “graceful blend of swing grooves,” “languid rigour” and “concise improv,” a useful indication of the band’s balance between ensemble precision and individual voices.
Frederick P. Rose Hall is a striking venue designed specifically for jazz, featuring three distinct performance spaces including the grand Rose Theater, the panoramic Appel Room with views of Central Park, and the intimate Dizzy's Club where you can enjoy live jazz alongside dining. The hall offers a blend of concert experiences from large orchestral performances to close-up sets, with ticketed shows that benefit from advance purchase. The venue balances attentive listening with a social vibe, supported by a full bar and dining options in Dizzy's Club. Its modern architecture and spacious atrium create a sense of openness, while the acoustics ensure clarity from front to back. An evening here promises world-class musicianship in a setting that honors jazz's rich history and ongoing evolution.