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Chicago Symphony Presents
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Apr 20, 2027 — 8:00 PM
Overview
Nearly 40 years after founding the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Wynton Marsalis leads his final season as music director, concluding a transformative tenure that elevated jazz nationwide. “Wynton raised it up to make it what it should be: a true art of American culture” (Gordon J. Davis, founding chair of Jazz at Lincoln Center). In Chicago, it has been an honor to have Marsalis and the orchestra call Symphony Center their second home. This performance promises to swing as hard as ever — an evening to remember as we celebrate a legend.
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Preconcert Dining
Explore Chicago Symphony Center’s on-site dining options for a seamless preconcert experience. Preorder a Sound Bites meal to enjoy in the Rotunda before the concert — or make a reservation to dine at the Thomas Club, offering a prix fixe menu featuring traditional American fare and a spectacular view of Lake Michigan.
Sponsors & Partners
Funding for educational programs during the 2026/27 Season of Chicago Symphony Presents Jazz has been generously provided by Dan J. Epstein, Judith Guitelman and the Dan J. Epstein Family Foundation.
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Inside the Music
Guest artists
Composer-trumpeter Wynton Marsalis has decided to pare back his leadership roles of Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
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Guest artists
At home in many genres, Wynton Marsalis is a legend in the field of jazz. Along with jazz, this playlist reflects his other myriad facets: blues, Latin, classical, children's music, film scores and all-star collaborations.
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