Luciana Souza & Trio Corrente
Apr 17–21
Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, in the late sixties, she grew up in a family of Bossa Nova innovators – her father, a singer and songwriter, her mother, a poet and lyricist. Luciana’s work as a performer transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles, offering solid roots in jazz, sophisticated lineage in world music, and an enlightened approach to new music. Luciana’s singing has been called “transcendental,” “perfect,” and of “unparalleled beauty.”
From the Stage to the Front Page!
Thank you, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, for your support of Swing For Tomorrow’s Stars! Jazz stars Branford and Wynton Marsalis performed to two packed houses to support Jazz St. Louis’ education and community engagement programs.
Marsalis Brothers’ Music Made Swing A Smash Hit
Our sincerest thanks to St. Louis American for the high praise for Swing For Tomorrow’s Stars! Their wonderful piece celebrating the momentous occasion was featured their print edition and online.
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Emerson Jazz for our Schools
Our Emerson Jazz for our Schools program provides students from local area schools the chance to hang with world-class musicians and experience an incredible live show in one of the world’s top listening rooms, the Ferring Jazz Bistro!
The Next Set: From Jazz St. Louis
Enjoy this unique partnership with our Grand Center neighbor every weekend! Press play with the St. Louis Public Radio app or glide your dial to 90.7 FM every Friday and Sunday at 8 pm as we bring listeners exciting jazz performances recorded live from the Ferring Jazz Bistro.
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Pete Ruthenburg Group
Apr 24–25
Captivating pianist Pete Ruthenburg is set to make his memorable debut as a leader on the Ferring Jazz Bistro stage! A top call pianist and keyboardist in the St. Louis area, the Webster University alumnus has wowed audiences countless times with his Jazz St. Louis performances throughout the years. After receiving his music degree, Ruthenburg earned his teaching certification at Lindenwood University and has taught music in the Ferguson Florissant School District for nearly a decade. Witness the educator and luminary share his gifts live and direct this spring!
Houston Person
Apr 26–27
Houston Person, the formidable tenor saxophonist from Newberry, South Carolina, has been a torchbearer of soul jazz since his groundbreaking 1966 album Underground Soul. With a repertoire that seamlessly travels through blues, ballads, and popular tunes, Person has consistently enchanted audiences across the globe.
Youth & Family Concert
Apr 28
Discover the joy of jazz together with Jazz St. Louis’ new Youth & Family Concerts! Designed to delight audiences of all ages, these matinee shows offer a wonderful opportunity for families to immerse themselves in the vibrant world of jazz. Youth & Family Concerts are more than just performances; they’re interactive experiences where young minds can explore the rhythms, melodies, and stories that make jazz a timeless art form. These family-friendly matinees are perfect for introducing children to live music in an engaging and accessible way. Each concert is tailored to captivate both the young and the young-at-heart. From toe-tapping classics to contemporary jazz tunes, our shows feature a variety of styles to ensure there’s something for everyone to enjoy.