Ellington Strayhorn Nutcracker
Dec 20–21
In this special collaboration, Jazz St Louis and Saint Louis Dance Theatre join forces to present an innovative spin on a beloved holiday tradition! In 1960, equal billing of The Nutcracker by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn marked a milestone for the longtime collaborators. A brilliant musician, arranger, and active member of the LGBTQ+ community, Strayhorn lived in authenticity at a time where most worked to keep their identities hidden. Drawing inspiration from Strayhorn’s extraordinary life, choreographer Kirven Douthit-Boyd tells a magical story of a composer who dreams of writing a song for a legendary performer. After traveling to attend her one-night-only engagement, he finds himself emersed in a vibrant social scene, and entangled in an unexpected romance. The choice to set the work in St Louis’ popular entertainment quarter, Gaslight District, pays tribute to the prominent individuals and landmarks that gave rise to a vibrant time in the city’s cultural history. This work speaks to the power of community, the gift of love, and the importance of self-acceptance.
New Year’s Eve with Victor Goines & Friends
Dec 31
The most sensational NYE party in St. Louis returns as Victor Goines leads a band of extraordinary musicians bringing you a jubilant celebration with swinging jazz standards, classics, and originals. Swing into the promise of 2025 with this special celebration and dazzling performance! Goines and his freinds including Don Vappie will be ringing in the new year on the Jazz stage.
Presented by the Victor Goines Fan Club
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Weather Forever
Dec 27-28
Experience the incredible music of Weather Report and Return to Forever with this captivating tribute to these legendary fusion bands! Enjoy powerful compositions, masterful performances, and fresh interpretations as saxophonist and educator Jason Swagler leads a talented ensemble of St. Louis musicians in a high-energy celebration of electrifying fusion.
Nicholas Payton + Nouveau Standards
Jan 15-19
Grammy Award-winning Nicholas Payton’s Nouveau Standards project features straight-ahead, improvisational music, with an all-acoustic quartet of renowned instrumentalists. Pianist Kevin Hays, bassist Vicente Archer, and drummer Bill Stewart will join Payton, who is featured exclusively on trumpet for these performances.
Janet Evra – Meet Me in Paris
Jan 24-25
Janet Evra returns to perform Meet Me in Paris, a charming show of French jazz favorites with lyrics in English and French. Evra has performed this show at premiere jazz festivals including the Rochester Jazz Festival in NY and the San Jose Jazz Festival in CA, and JAZZIZ awarded Meet Me in Paris “Album of the Week.”
Carmen Lundy
Jan 12-16
Make sure you experience the jazz marvel Carmen Lundy live in St. Louis! With charttopping albums and multiple Grammy nods, it’s evident why the vocal luminary has enjoyed an illustrious career. This iconic star will be shining bright when she brings her remarkable artistry to town for these immersive performances.