Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra

Wynton Marsalis is the leader of a Band of excellent individuals that blend into a great Jazz orchestra. It is the house of Swing on the road. :-)

It was an awesome concert. I am so glad that we didn't pass this up! I saw a lot of other major musicians in our town at this concert, as well. It was a real treat. The ensemble was a group of 15 players from his Lincoln Center ensemble, and they were amazing! The bottom line is, if you like jazz, you absolutely need to see WM live; and if you are new to jazz, you absolutely must see WM live! You will love it.

These musicians are individually incredibly talented, but when they play together it is EXCEPTIONAL! As a trumpeter and orchestra member I know how extremely difficult it is to do what they make look so easy. Each one of these musicians is a MASTER of their instrument(s), and they truly are the definition of synergy. The two one-hour sets went by so fast it seemed as if they had only begun when the concert was over. I can't recommend them highly enough for anyone who likes live music, especially jazz!

Wynton Marsalis and his Jazz at Lincoln Center crew always swing. Nice mix of classic Ellington, Basie and newer material, executed with feeling and unsurpassed technical facility.

Thoroughly enjoyed the performance---musical selections, style and overall environment. Bring Marsalis and his brand of jazz back next season.

Just an amazing show by an one of the greatest musician of our time.

Sold Out!!! You missed a phenomenal show that will go down in history as the night Wynton blew his face off. The best trumpet solo ever played on Tiger Rag. Number after number rose higher than the previous. The only drag was the Henry Mancini gift to all the folks who can't appreciate Duke and Basie. They lost their minds over the theme from the Pink Panther, truly a sad moment, but I guess they butter the bread. Another lackluster moment that I've now seen in two L.A. gigs, is the elevation of Ted Nash, a mediocre horn player on a good day. We heard his disjointed composition based on a Lyndon B. Johnson speech (seriously) which involved the destruction of any type of melody and featured the horns and reeds blowing full blast atonally for five minutes. Sit him down! Other than that, perfection

Simply the highest level Jazz ever! If one has listened to Jazz as long as I have you most certainly would find this orchestra the very best possible. Amazing is the word.

I normally don't go to many Gospel Concerts, however, the jazz component intrigue me enough to attend this event. What an amazing collaboration of two fine American traditions that was both moving and intellectually challenging to follow. The Chorale le Chateau members were all outstanding singers, while the musicians were some of the best to come Hampton Roads. What I most appreciated was Wynton Marsalis. He did not dominate nor did he appear to overshadow the other musicians, very classy of him. I have saved the best for last, Mr. Damien Sneed. He was brilliant, flawless and his time management was impeccable. VIRGINIA ARTS FESTIVAL, Kudos to this performance

This was a spectacular, grand presentation featuring the essence of American music heritage. Wynton Marsalis proved his genius again in composing a substantial piece of work that succeeds in combining elements of folk, jazz, classical, contemporary and eclesiastical in an engaging, coherent manner that electrified the performers as well as the admiring audience. The participants appeared as excited in their rendition as they must have been when they first heard the piece in its entirety. Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center deserve high marks -- again.

I have seen Wynton play many times. I liked the fact that he opened the performance with an extended solo himself. Each performer had a chance to be spotlighted, and the lights were very bright. Every one of them was a monster and could have an entire show built around their abilities. Absolutely awesome performance by incredible talents!

The concert was great. The music was spellbinding.

The Lincoln Jazz Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis played with great skill, wonderful expression, and nuance while playing a variety of styles with great arrangements. Their drummer, from the Great Cass Tech, reminded me of Max Roach. This was the kind of music that let my wife's restless leg syndrome fully express itself. The Sound Board is a great venue to hear the full dynamic of a group. Pianissimos can be heard, fortissimos don't make your ears ring and the music does not sound like mush. Great evening of music making and music listening

A presentation of great talent and jazz. Individual solo's were terrific and the concert was over too soon. Also a terrific pianist.

Wynton Marsalis has solidified his place with the Jazz Greats of both yesterday and the contemporary jazz artist today. He places himself as a member of a great ensemble and not the defining artist. The multi-talented group of musicians that are all capable of carrying a show on their own demonstrated amazing skills on multiple instruments and carried not only musical expertise but also soul to their renditions of standards and also original compositions. I play a little myself and to be able to see masters such as these inspired me and demonstrated just how ridiculous their plateau of talent is!

Excellent concert. The entire orchestra was awesome and on some of the songs I wanted to jump out of my seat. My only negative comment I'd that it was too short.

Thought I had heard some of the greatest musical performances over the years. Was I ever wrong. Until you've EXPERIENCED a Live performance of Wynton Marsalis and Lincoln Center Jazz your taste has not been quenched !!!! I love PURE music even more now .

Wynton Marsalis is always amazing. Non-stop inspired jazz. He and his orchestra are always a pleasure to listen to, and even better in person. The Sound Board at MotorCity Casino is a beautiful venue. Seats on the mail floor (Sections 110-120) are at stage level, and are excellent.

Wow, what an amazing show. The really nice part for me was that all of the artists had a chance to be showcased with solos throughout the concert. Wynton was amazing as to be expected. Had a wonderful night and even the Fiance enjoyed it (didn't think she would). Thanks again for an awesone evening

The concert was excellent and the audience was very diverse.

Each of the three sets from each group of performers would have been worth the price of admission, but taken together it was phenomenal. I wasn't familiar with Cécile McLorin Salvant, but she takes tunes you've heard in other contexts and makes them live with new life. Bela and Chick enjoyed and respected each other while we watched and listened to craftsmanship. Wynton and the orchestra finished the evening with style. So glad we were there to experience the evening.

The ensemble of Lincoln Center greats was talent to the inth degree! I'll be back for more Bowl events!

It was an awesome concert. From the way they were dressed to the music, songs, material they were just the greatest.

I knew I was in for a treat before the the first note sounded but never did I expect it to take my breath away. Mr. Marsalis and his gifted fellow musicians handed the audience a slice of heaven with every arrangement, composition and soloist. Each musician had a chance to shine on his own. But it was when they played as one that I truly felt the spirit lift me right out of my seat. Thank you, Mr. Marsalis!

The music was fantastic. The band's camaraderie added to the enjoyment. The audience's enthusiasm was just the right amount. The setting (Attucks Theatre) was perfect in all ways. I wish it lasted longer! :)

even though i purchased a balcony seat, i still had expectations of being able to hear the show. that was not the case. i heard nothing but the loudest of the instruments. we upstairs missed any singing and speaking completely.

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra at the Attucks Theater was just a phenomenal show. So much talent on the stage at the Attucks. We were so lucky to have such an event in Hampton Roads which seems to have little available of music of this type. I wish the show could have gone on and on. I noticed the Orchestra was playing the Kennedy Center the next weekend. Thanks for everybody and the sponsors supporting the Attucks Theater and the wonderful events they provide us.

Great performance by everyone. The arraingments were beautiful. I loved the vocals by Cecil McLorin Savant (spelling?). Wynton Marsalis was wonderful on his trumpet as well as eloquent in introducing each piece.

I had an absolutely wonderful evening! The band was outstanding and the band arrangements were masterful! I'm so very glad that I decided to go to this event. I'll go every time they are in Atlanta! The vocalist, Cecile, was superb! I'm looking for many great things from her as she is still very young.

Loved it Drinks were great Experience was fantastic

We literally sat front row, center, making it one of the best concerts ever. The band was fantastic, and the young lady who sang was a delightful surprise. Big band sound + Christmas tunes = happy times!

AMAZING! Her participation graced us all. Wynton acknowledged her most profusely and she humbly and gracefully lived up to the billing. She is everything you could want in a singer - jazz or otherwise - and more. If you haven't checked her out, you really...really need to ... NOW.

This show was phenomenal. Wynton is an amazing leader of the band, did a great job introducing pieces and the whole band was amazing.

This was super fun. Cecile is great and sings on about half the songs. This is not a great time to see Wynton solo a bunch, but it's a super show.

The concert was riveting. It was a privilege to be in the presence of such great talent with Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Orchestra, as well as Cecile Salvant. My husband and I always look forward to seeing Wynton perform. Cecile is a young jazz singer that has amazing range and reminds us of Ella Fitzgerald. Thanks ASO for making this happen.

All of the orchestra is beyond parallel, but Marsalis' commentary is the cherry on the sundae. I would have given the show 5 starts, but I am so tired of the word "amazing" being over-used that I can't bring myself to do that.

Despite the challenges of the sound in symphony hall, the J@LC Orch. was absolutely killin'! Never sounded better.

My seats were excellent and the concert was more than I expected. This event was a birthday present for my beautiful mother who turned a vibrant 81years old. SHE LOVED IT!

The performance was absolutely FABULOUS!! The musicianship was unbelievable and the vibe was electric. I would highly recommend this event.

Great show. Wynton really knows how to connect with the audience.

It was the very best musical experience of my life!!!!

Wynton Marsallis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra were, in one word, magnificent.

DON'T MISS IT TERRIFIC SHOW GREAT. ORCHESTRA WAS SUPERB. SEATS GREAT. MEMORABLE EVENING.

Look, if you enjoy music and the freedom that it brings your soul, then you must see Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Jazz is the only true American art form. It once was the most popular form of music for many years in America. Check these musicians out.

great! We had a really good time; the concert was up to our expectations.

Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Orchestra was the "best date night ever!" Totally unforgettable!!!!

The ambience of the fully restored New Orleans Saenger Theater made the perfect accompaniment for Wynton and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. The compositions were in the tradition of the masters. As with all NOLA performances, Wynton's father joined in for a number. Although Ellis has a little trouble following the sheet music, he recovered nicely with the help of the LCJO pianist. The addition of Herlin Riley for the last song brought it over the top.

Absolutely loved it. I just happened to be in NOLA and noticed Wynton and LCJO was playing. A good time was had by all.

Wynton Marsalis and the Orchestra were amazing, they somehow just keep getting better, and Wynton's father, Ellis, was fantastic. Never miss this show.

Truly Outstanding in all aspects. What an impressive group of professional musicians! They played a wide variety of styles with virtuoso clarity. I would recommend this show to everyone, including children. Thank you for the opportunity to hear this Orchestra in such a magnificent building.

LOVE IT! From the beginning to end. He is just a great entertainer and shares the spotlight with his band members. When my husband was still in college he discovered Wynton Marsalis and he is still a big fan. I bought the tickets as a birthday gift for my husband and also brought my two daughters 11 and 14 yrs old and they enjoyed very much too. The several standing ovation said it all.

Abyssinian was as wonderful as a Sunday morning church service! From beginning to end, I was moved by everything I saw, heard and felt. There was such a cohesion between the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Chorale LéChateau, you could tell they mean what they perform!

Winton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra put on a great show of Christmas music. My only complaint is they don't come to Atlanta to do shows very often. The last one was two years ago.

It was a fabulous concert, and a great way for me to start off my holiday season!

There is NOTHING better than the best. The Wynton Marsalis Jazz All-Star band is a treasure...go see if you have a chance. This type of music is a rarity these days. Thank you Atlanta Symphony for bringing in this world renowned ensemble. Too bad the weather was so bad that half the house was empty.

Sadly it snowed heavily in Atlanta and we could not get out of our street to get to Midtown so we missed our Event Extremely disappointed that ASO didn t cancel the show as many of us couldn t get there.

Every performer on the stage is top notch. From the versatile vocals of Mr. Kennedy to the smooth trumpet of Wynton Marsalis, it was a wonderful performance. I attended with two of my children, 13,15, and all of us really enjoyed the evening. We would attend again if the tour brought the JLCO back to the area.

Enjoy so much, would like to attend again if he comes in town/NJ again. The highlights was last 5 minutes when he was playing alone while most of people are leaving...

wyntom maralis WAS FANTASTIC A TRUE PROFESSIONAL THE ORCHESTRA WAS FABOLULOS HOPE HE COMES BACK SOON

Great show. Would like more solo work by Wyntin He is such a great musician. He is why people attend!!!!

Excellent performance! Excellent music choices, excellent sound.

What a great night out! This orchestra presented a wonderful variety of music & Wynton Marsalis was funny & entertaining! We heard sultry pieces all the way through energized exciting pieces! Sooo glad we went!

An amazing night of jazz and music history by our nation's true masters!

Beautiful show of old jazz classics as interpreted by the orchestra. Highly recommended.

I will see this orchestra every chance I get! Such talented musicians, composers and arrangers. Always good stories to go along with the music as well.

Tight doesn't begin to describe this band. World class players.

The quality of the jazz music being play was phenomenal! All of the musicians were the best of the best. Amazing talent!

If there is any such thing as perfection , I witness and experienced it this past Friday night. The performance was truly phenomenal . I was not the least bit disappointed.

Excellent!!! Best Musician in the Business!! Will Recommend to all family and friends

The music was amazing and each musician in the orchestra got to showcase his talent. Truly a wonderful show that was fun to watch and listen to.

Wynton Marsallis was unavailable for the performance but the band was fantastic anyway. The singers, Ken Washington and Roberta Gamberini were fantastic. The bad part was that a microphone used to introduce the players and provide a history of the songs was defective and garbled the sound of those speaking. Without a membership to Lincoln Center, seeing this band is almost impossible so it was a treat nonetheless.

Great tribute to Ella Fitzgerald. Roberta Gamberini sang and did skat just like Ella. The orchestra even without Wynton (family emergency) was amazing. Loved the arrangement of "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" the best and Carlos Hernandez on Bass gave a great performance.

I had a great time! the music filled me up and I loved the Moody piece they did. Wonderful.

Amazing performance. The group played beautifully and the two hour event went by far too quickly. Will definitely see them again. Mr Marsalis was very funny with his commentary.

A terrific show! I have always wanted to see them play... It doesn't get any better than this!

I've seen Jazz at Lincoln Center 10 times since 2001. This was a rare misstep for Wynton and the group. Here's why: 1) Chick Corea and Bela Fleck looked like they were going to JOIN the band, but actually played their own set. The band risers were set up, then removed. Those two played a "jam session" for an hour. Way too long for a 2-piece bluegrass set when people are expecting a full jazz ensemble. 2) JLCO finally came out at 9:40p and played an hour before hurriedly ending the set, no encore, lights up. Not sure whether Wynton arrived late since he doesn't fly and had to drive all the way from NYC, but the set was short and boring. We are SO tired of Ted Nash. At least he didn't bring his Dad out this time. One highlight was the show opener, Cecile McLorin Salvant. She killed it. Best jazz singer since Ella Fitzgerald in my book.

Wynton Marsalis delivered a Big Band Sound, but I falied to understand the duelling banjo music accompanied by Chick Corea as any form of Jazz, and I seems that Califonia has given up on true Jazz for Smooth Jazz, Rythm and Blues and Pop music marketed under the genre of Jazz to the delight of the younger generation that cannot appreciate Jazz. The Playboy Jazz Festival and Newport Beach Jazz Festivals having headliners such as Fantasia and Larry Graham are prime examples of this move, and this year's Hollywood Bowl Jazz Wednesdays were pitiful. Its a shame that I must board a flight to New York City to experience true Jazz music and musicians.

This was an exceptional jazz night at the HOLLYWOOD BOWL.......from the beginning to the end....wonderful evening with all of the artists doing a great concert.....the opening singer was amazing....chick corea and bela fleck performed second and were excellent with wynton and the orchestra after intermission demonstrating they are the best in the world.

The opening act, Cecil, is a fun, talented singer. Quirky music, not mainstream, but enjoyable. Second act, Chick Corea on piano with a banjo player, weird! Loose! Very weak! Wynton Marsalis & band. . Very professional, very smooth, but hardly gave us five songs and called it quits! Both opening acts played en cores (even though no one asked for it). But after the VERY SHORT set by the main act, they lights came on and goodbye! Go home! Adiós! Not worth the effort to drive thru traffic, $20 bucks for parking and the long walk up. Not recommended!

I so enjoyed the line up of excellent artist - seems to me that Wynton Marsallis had a hand in selecting them all. The first artist whose name may be Celeste was a great surprise. She held the audience with hr voice and commanded complete silence when she sang with out the use of a microphone or instruments Chick Corea Misspelled I think brought a different type of flavor with his piano bluegrass. Finally, Wynton brung the Jazz and Blues with a tinge of Broadway. His performance was worth the wait.

Music was fantastic! Talent was amazing and there was a nice balance of variety of types of jazz. Loved it when Wynton got his Dad, Ellis to come up and play a few bars on the piano. Only wish there was not so much talking and movement in the audience. Saenger is a nice venue.

The epitome of contemporary Jazz is the Marsalis family, and to have the opportunity to have Wynton Marsalis come to your community is fantastic! The 15 piece orchestra didn't disappoint... giving me an evening I won't soon forget!

Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Orchestra provided me with a lovely evening of sophisticated jazz. Each piece was musically sound and musically pleasing.

The Pensacola Saenger is home to many of us. Restored to original majesty and 21st Century acoustics, no better venue for the Jazz from Lincol Center with legend, Wynton Marsalis. Orchestra, soloists, and Mr. Marsalis exceed even to most dedicated jazz musician and fan. Ticketmast got us two of the best seats in the house, somehow three days prior to curtain. Audience response was one of the mightieast in the decades I've stood to cheer in this theatere.

The show was fabulous! We really enjoyed every minute!

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra has some tremendous talent on board. They played a terrific program, shared the spotlight. Wynton provided nice introductions of each piece, with a little background. The encore was a fabulous rendition of Embraceable You.

Wynton is a true class act. I loved the way he introduced each song with a few comments in that New Orleans accent. He educated me. The music and musicians were fantastic. I also liked that he "gave back" to the community as I read in the newspaper the next day.

There are no words to describe the total event package. The venue at the Saenger was great. The group itself was amazing. The talent and versatility of the members of the group was astonishing. I would definitely recommend this event and would attend again.

The event was awesome! Finally, a jazz event in Pensacola. I only wish they would advertise in advance because I almost missed it! This was my first time attending an event at the Saenger and I must say that it is very nice! I look forward to attending many more!

God bless those who support this organization. It's not just the brilliant writing by many of the band members, or the serious depth of their musicianship, or that they play as a unit so wonderfully. One of the most remarkable things is their pure musical spirit, which emanates from Wynton Marsalis and joyously flows through the whole band. Nothing is done with ego. They all know how good they are, but they keep their individual and collective egos in check on stage, allowing the music to reach that truly spiritual beauty. All the many excellent soloists approach their work without ego based pride. Even Wynton leads mostly from within the Tpt section, subtly inside the band. Several players take turns conducting. They let the music live and speak powerfully for itself. It is truly a soul-stirring pleasure to experience this magnificent organization and their beautiful spirit is to be admired and emulated by all performing groups in any and every idiom. Music can only become uniquely spiritual when pride filled ego is kept out of the room and this band proves it.

For a horn player from way back, this was almost a religious experience. Every man on that stage is a master of his craft. The total time of the concert was about 2 hours, including intermission and an encore. I really didn't want it end.

I highly recommend for anybody who loves jazz or for musicians that need fresh ideas for improvisation. Truly amazing concert! I'm coming back in December!

Thank you to Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Orchestra for traveling to small cities in America to share their amazing collective musical talent with us. For jazz lovers,it is like Christmas in July.

was the best JAZZ Performance I have ever experienced. Every artist in the Lincoln Center orchestra demonstrated their talent. Marsalis is a Jazz researcher, teacher, historian and he is the best horn player of all. Thank you Wynton you did not disappoint us, moreover you took us to a place of true appreciation for JAZZas a work of Art.

Interesting program - great musicianship all round

They say be careful of meeting your hero, for you may be disappointed. I waited 30 years to finally see Marsalis in concert, and I was not disappointed for even one second of the two and half hour performance. Marsalis and his Lincoln Jazz ensemble have no contemporaries. Each member of the 15-piece band, plus two other cameo performers, exhibited exceptional talent in their own right throughout the evening. They played the most complicated, rare jazz pieces from Thelonious Monk to Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie and everything else in-between. And they played with great mastery of their instruments, reproducing the most amazing combination of acoustics. Marsalis was the story-telling Maestro, tracing the history of every piece, spicing it with anecdotes throughout the evening. That made you appreciate the compositions even more. It was impossible not to appreciate the musical geniuses on display and be completely enthralled, even if you are not a big fan of Classical Jazz. This was good music at its best, regardless of your preferred genre. I grew up on classic & progressive rock, R&B, etc, but I left the venue convinced that Classical Jazz is the da Vinci of all music, if not all of art. Attend this event and you will be glad you did.

Our foursome is completely satisfied with our Jazz at Lincoln Center evening. Marsalis was wonderful with his humble commentary from a seated position at the back. All members were excellent musicians. We would go again.

It was BRILLIANT, RHYTHMIC AND SPELL-Bounding beginning to end!

Once again Wynton Marsalis and his incredibly talented Lincoln Center Orchestra put on a terrific concert. We have been enjoying listening to Wynton Marsalis for over 20 years and he did not disappoint. He is such an talented musician, but more importantly, he is a humble one that is dedicated to preserving Jazz and the influence of African-American music. What amazed us was the talent of the rest of the orchestra, with each one getting to be showcased in a song with a solo. Awesome talent on one stage!

It was a night to remember. Our seats were perfect! It was a birthday surprise for my cousin. She said it was the best gift ever!!!