Date
Nov 16, 2025
Event Type
Concerts, Jazz
Ticket Price
Starting at $41
On Sale
Fri, July 25
Presented by the Hobby Center in collaboration with Jazz Houston
Experience the electrifying brilliance of America’s premier jazz ensemble, led by the legendary Wynton Marsalis. The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra brings its trademark swing, soul, and sophistication with a performance that celebrates the rich heritage and boundless innovation of jazz.
From timeless classics to bold new compositions, this world-renowned group of virtuoso musicians delivers a night of music that’s both deeply rooted and freshly inspired. Whether you’re a longtime jazz lover or new to the genre, this is a concert that promises to move, thrill, and inspire.
For more than three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center has been a leading advocate for jazz, culture, and arts education, dedicated to inspiring and growing jazz audiences throughout the world. Under the direction of Marsalis, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra has brought the art form of jazz from the heart of New York City to cities around the world. From swinging rhythms to soulful melodies, every performance is a celebration of the spirit of jazz and its enduring influence.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
WYNTON MARSALIS, Music Director, Trumpet
RYAN KISOR, Trumpet
KENNY RAMPTON, Trumpet
MARCUS PRINTUP, Trumpet
VINCENT GARDNER, Trombone
CHRIS CRENSHAW, Trombone
ELLIOT MASON, Trombone
SHERMAN IRBY, Alto and Soprano Saxophones, Flute, Clarinet
ALEXA TARANTINO, Alto and Soprano Saxophones, Flute, Clarinet
CHRIS LEWIS, Tenor and Soprano Saxophones, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet
ABDIAS ARMENTEROS, Tenor and Soprano Saxophones, Clarinet, The Zou Family Chair in Saxophone
PAUL NEDZELA, Baritone and Soprano Saxophones, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet
DAN NIMMER, Piano, The Zou Family Chair in Piano
CARLOS HENRIQUEZ, Bass, The Mandel Family Chair in honor of Kathleen B. Mandel
OBED CALVAIRE, Drums
Performance Schedule
- Audio Description
- Open Captions
- ASL
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The Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra will open the evening with a 20-minute prelude performance before the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra takes the stage.
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