Feat. Terence Blanchard | Directed by Kris Johnson
Saturday, April 30, 2022 – 8:00p
Commemorating 80 years since Orchestra Hall reopened as the Paradise Theatre in 1941, the DSO is thrilled to debut its Paradise Jazz Big Band, comprised of top jazz musicians from Detroit and special guests from around the world. Led by trumpeter and arranger Kris Johnson, the newly formed ensemble will feature music by some of the jazz giants who graced the Paradise Jazz Theatre stage between 1941-1951, big band charts by our Erb Jazz Chair Terence Blanchard, and new arrangements by Kris Johnson.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Friday, March 4, 2022 – 8:00pm
Former DSO Erb Jazz chair Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra make their highly-anticipated return to the Orchestra Hall stage to perform original compositions, arrangements, and music by beloved jazz giants!
In-person Tickets: Select your own seat | Detroit Symphony Orchestra (dso.org)
Dianne Reeves: Christmas Time is Here
Friday, December 3, 2021 – 8:00pm
Dianne Reeves is one of the pre-eminent jazz vocalists in the world today. Dianne Reeves rings in the holiday season with music from her celebrated album, Christmas Time Is Here. Reeves melds her timeless grace, elegance, and charisma into unforgettable jazz renditions of holiday favorites and more. Renowned for her breathtaking virtuosity and improvisational prowess, Reeves will warm your heart with holiday cheer.
Paradise Jazz Series Big Band
Feat. Terence Blanchard | Directed by Kris Johnson
Saturday, April 30, 2022 – 8:00p
Commemorating 80 years since Orchestra Hall reopened as the Paradise Theatre in 1941, the DSO is thrilled to debut its Paradise Jazz Big Band, comprised of top jazz musicians from Detroit and special guests from around the world. Led by trumpeter and arranger Kris Johnson, the newly formed ensemble will feature music by some of the jazz giants who graced the Paradise Jazz Theatre stage between 1941-1951, big band charts by our Erb Jazz Chair Terence Blanchard, and new arrangements by Kris Johnson.
In-person Tickets: https://tickets.dso.org/syos/performance/8169
Digital Tickets: https://www.dso.org/watch/1778196
Tickets: $12-$99
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Friday, March 4, 2022 – 8:00pm
Former DSO Erb Jazz chair Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra make their highly-anticipated return to the Orchestra Hall stage to perform original compositions, arrangements, and music by beloved jazz giants!
In-person Tickets: Select your own seat | Detroit Symphony Orchestra (dso.org)
Virtual Tickets: https://www.dso.org/watch/1778190
Ticket Price: $12-$99
Event link: https://www.dso.org/events-and-tickets/events/2122-winter/jazz-at-lincoln-center-orchestra-with-wynton-marsa
Dianne Reeves: Christmas Time is Here
Friday, December 3, 2021 – 8:00pm
Dianne Reeves is one of the pre-eminent jazz vocalists in the world today. Dianne Reeves rings in the holiday season with music from her celebrated album, Christmas Time Is Here. Reeves melds her timeless grace, elegance, and charisma into unforgettable jazz renditions of holiday favorites and more. Renowned for her breathtaking virtuosity and improvisational prowess, Reeves will warm your heart with holiday cheer.
Event link: https://www.dso.org/events-and-tickets/events/2122-winter/dianne-reeves-christmas-time-is-here
Ticket link: https://tickets.dso.org/syos/performance/8165
Ticket price: $19-$99