Four masters of creative expression converge at Dizzy’s Club, delivering an evening of fresh perspectives that renew in real time. Featuring Scott Robinson, Matthew Shipp, Kevin Ray, and Eric McPherson, this performance centers improvisation, interactivity, and a layering depth of rhythm, lyricis...

Four masters of creative expression converge at Dizzy’s Club, delivering an evening of fresh perspectives that renew in real time. Featuring Scott Robinson, Matthew Shipp, Kevin Ray, and Eric McPherson, this performance centers improvisation, interactivity, and a layering depth of rhythm, lyricis...

One of the most inventive voices on the scene, Ben Wolfe brings a profoundly swinging quartet to Dizzy’s Club. Last year, the bassist, composer, and consummate band leader issued his critically acclaimed release Unjust; this summer, he releases The Understated, an album of original material that ...

One of the most inventive voices on the scene, Ben Wolfe brings a profoundly swinging quartet to Dizzy’s Club. Last year, the bassist, composer, and consummate band leader issued his critically acclaimed release Unjust; this summer, he releases The Understated, an album of original material that ...

Led by pianist and Chicago native James Austin, Jr., Luminescence features an energetic roster of creative improvisers in celebration of the late master artist and career mentor Dr. Barry Harris. Presented in cooperation with The Barry Harris Institute of Jazz, Luminescence interprets a range of ...

Led by pianist and Chicago native James Austin, Jr., Luminescence features an energetic roster of creative improvisers in celebration of the late master artist and career mentor Dr. Barry Harris. Presented in cooperation with The Barry Harris Institute of Jazz, Luminescence interprets a range of ...

One of the most versatile drummers on the scene, West Coast legend Akira Tana has performed with Sonny Rollins, Hubert Laws, Lena Horne, Rufus Reid, The Manhattan Transfer, and countless other iconic artists and acts. His of-the-moment ability to summon what the music requires in any context driv...

One of the most versatile drummers on the scene, West Coast legend Akira Tana has performed with Sonny Rollins, Hubert Laws, Lena Horne, Rufus Reid, The Manhattan Transfer, and countless other iconic artists and acts. His of-the-moment ability to summon what the music requires in any context driv...

Dizzy’s Club welcomes pianist, composer, and frequent JLCO arranger Joe Block and his dynamic quintet. Known for his lyricism, pocket, and artful receptivity, Block will present innovative forms, daring harmony, and evocative melodies through his original works. Don’t let summer pass you by witho...

Dizzy’s Club welcomes pianist, composer, and frequent JLCO arranger Joe Block and his dynamic quintet. Known for his lyricism, pocket, and artful receptivity, Block will present innovative forms, daring harmony, and evocative melodies through his original works. Don’t let summer pass you by witho...

Celebrate the 100th birthday of jazz legend Kenny Dorham in a special Dizzy's event hosted by acclaimed trumpeters Bruce Harris and Joe Magnarelli. Dubbed the "uncrowned king" by Art Blakey, Kenny Dorham's genius as a trumpet player, composer, and arranger will take center stage in this performan...

Celebrate the 100th birthday of jazz legend Kenny Dorham in a special Dizzy's event hosted by acclaimed trumpeters Bruce Harris and Joe Magnarelli. Dubbed the "uncrowned king" by Art Blakey, Kenny Dorham's genius as a trumpet player, composer, and arranger will take center stage in this performan...