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Jazz at the Lincoln: Ashley Pezzotti
Join us as we introduce Ashley Pezzotti, a fast-rising star on the national jazz scene who is already distinguishing herself as “a singer’s singer,” and an accomplished songwriter whose works exhibit the craft and sensibility of the Great American Songbook.
Jazz at the Lincoln: Bobby Floyd & Joel Frahm
Due to unforeseen circumstances, pianist Benny Green will not be making his scheduled appearance this Thursday.
We are very excited to announce that Bobby Floyd will be joining Joel Frahm on the Lincoln stage. This is an incredible opportunity to hear world class talents from New York City and our own Columbus favorite as they come together for a spontaneous evening of music.
Bobby will be performing on an amazing Steinway Concert Grand piano and we will be bringing a B3 Organ to the Lincoln Theatre for this collaboration with Joel. Joel and Bobby are very excited to perform for you and an amazing night of music awaits!
Jazz at the Lincoln: Pharez Whitted Quintet featuring Vocalist Opal Staples
A legendary trumpeter and educator from a legendary musical family, Pharez Whitted is recognized for his technical mastery, muscular solos, and the lyrical urgency of his playing. Experience it all in this intimate outing with his quartet.
Jazz at the Lincoln: Chris Coles’ Nine Lives Project
Named one of Cleveland Magazine’s “Most Interesting People of 2021,” saxophonist/ composer/ educator Chris Coles brings his powerful meditation on the 2015 Charleston church shooting to the Lincoln Theatre for one show only. Combining jazz, spoken word and movement, audience and performers share a musical reflection on issues of social justice, racial inequality, and gun violence.
Jazz at the Lincoln: Jerome Jennings Solidarity
With his second album, “Solidarity,” Cleveland-born, Juilliard-trained drummer/composer Jerome Jennings explores resistance and resilience through the prisms of Black Lives Matter, #MeToo, and LGBTQ rights. There are musical homages to activists and freedom fighters such as Audra Lorde, Marsha P. Johnson, Marielle Franco, Recy Taylor and more in this deeply affecting evening of new jazz.
Jazz at the Lincoln: Bird Lives! A Celebration of Charlie Parker at 100 featuring Alexa Tarantino
This original production celebrates the centennial of saxophone great Charlie Parker and his impact on jazz today. Rising saxophonist Alexa Tarantino is joined by members of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra saxophone section, a string ensemble and an all-star rhythm section. Included in the concert is music from the classic Grammy Hall of Fame recording, “Charlie Parker with Strings.”
Jazz at the Lincoln: Melissa Aldana Quartet
You’ve waited long enough! Grammy-nominated saxophonist Melissa Aldana’s quartet comes to the Lincoln Theatre for one performance only. This globe-trotting, in-demand young jazz star’s Columbus debut last season was postponed due to COVID, but she’s kicking off the New Year with us right here in Columbus. Don’t miss it!
Jazz at the Lincoln: Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O
A hit on NPR’s Tiny Desk concerts, jazz drummer Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O takes a unique approach to holiday chestnuts – sometimes roasting them with tender sentiment, other times cracking them open with sly wit and abundant humor. Don’t miss this jazzy holiday sleigh ride featuring this master drummer and showman.