In August 1979, the ensemble was the opening band on the first night of the First Annual Chicago Jazz Festival. 44 years later, the CJO stands as not only the oldest professional big band in Chicago, but also the second oldest professional civic jazz orchestra in the United States (second only to the Columbus Jazz Orchestra).

Chicago Jazz Orchestra feat. Dan Trudell

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Pat Mallinger was born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota and began playing the saxophone at 11 years of age. He received his Jazz Studies degree from North Texas State University on a “One O’clock Lab Band” Scholarship.

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Jul 7, 2025

Chicago Jazz Orchestra feat. Dan Trudell · Jazz Showcase

Jun 17, 2025

WDCB 90.9FM presents Doug Lawrence Quartet feat Dan Trudell · Jazz Showcase

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