Marsalis and the Masters The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Saturday, September 19, 2026
8:00 PM
Jazz at Lincoln Center
10 Columbus Cir, New York, NY 10019
Scheduled
About This Event
Wynton Marsalis leads the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, a 15‑member big band that performs large‑ensemble jazz repertoire in New York and internationally. At Jazz at Lincoln Center this program features Marsalis as bandleader and soloist with the orchestra, presenting the ensemble’s blend of historical and contemporary approaches to big‑band jazz.
About Marsalis and the Masters
At Jazz at Lincoln Center, Wynton Marsalis leads the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in a big-band program that places classic jazz writing in conversation with newer charts. The evening is built around ensemble discipline as much as solo voice, tracing how swing-era craft still shapes contemporary arranging and collective interplay. In New York City, where repertory jazz has become part of the cultural infrastructure, this series sits in a lineage of concerts that treat the bandstand as a working archive. One clear point emerges: the music is presented as a living method, not a period piece.
About the Artists
Marsalis and the Masters The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
The world’s premier big band, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis consists of 15 permanent members performing live in New York City and around the world.
Wynton Marsalis
Wynton Marsalis stands as a towering figure in the world of jazz, captivating audiences with his exceptional artistry and dynamic performances. As a key performer at New York City's iconic Jazz at Lincoln Center, Marsalis infuses his music with both tradition and innovation, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, a vibrant ensemble under the artistic leadership of Wynton Marsalis, stands as a cornerstone of New York City's jazz scene. Known for their dynamic performances at iconic venues like Jazz at Lincoln Center and 92NY, this group brings the rich tradition of big band jazz to life with a modern twist.