Big Band Holidays: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra featuring Vocalists Ekep Nkwelle and Robbie Lee

Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center

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Date
December 15
Event Starts
7:30 PM
Ticket Prices
Tickets start at $35, including facility fee per ticket. Prices subject to change with demand.
Location
Concert Hall
Availability
On Sale Now

Event Details

Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center

We'll also have live music in the Goldsmith Atrium starting at 6:10 pm with guitarist James Erickson. Come early for light snacks, drinks and great tunes!

Read a blog post about the evening's performance.

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) spreads holiday cheer on its annual Big Band Holidays tour. Jazz at Lincoln Center rising star vocalists Ekep Nkwelle and Robbie Lee join the JLCO to bring Yuletide greetings to dozens of cities across the country. Under the music direction of JLCO trombonist, Chris Crenshaw, the evening will feature soulful renditions of holiday classics, playful improvisation, and entertaining storytelling. Enjoyed by audiences of all ages, these uplifting performances create lasting memories that will keep you returning to Big Band Holidays for years to come.

Jazz programming is made possible by Sandy and Eric Krasnoff.

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Tickets start at $35 for most shows, including facility fee per ticket. Prices subject to change with demand.

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