Trombonist

FSU Jazz Ensemble I welcomes Jazz at Lincoln Center trombonist Vincent Gardner for an evening of swinging originals and timeless jazz. Don’t miss this exceptional collaboration!

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Jazz Ensemble I Concert

Florida State University

An evening of unparalleled artistry and musical mastery with the sensational Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, led by artistic director, trumpeter, and nine-time Grammy Award-winner Wynton Marsalis.  From swinging rhythms to soulful melodies, every performance is a celebration of the spirit of jazz and its enduring influence.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Wharton Center for Performing Arts

With the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and guest artists spanning genres and generations, Jazz at Lincoln Center produces thousands of performances, education, and broadcast events each season in its home in New York City (Frederick P. Rose Hall, “The House of Swing”) and around the world, for people of all ages. Jazz at Lincoln Center is led by Chairman Clarence Otis, Managing and Artistic Director Wynton Marsalis, and Executive Director Greg Scholl. Please visit us at jazz.org.

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Optimistic

Rice University

KU Symphony Orchestra with Vincent Gardner & Michael Davidson, trombones

University of Kansas

**Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis at the Skaneateles Festival**

**Date:** Saturday, August 24, 2024  
**Time:** 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM  
**Location:** Robinson Pavilion at Anyela’s Vineyards, 2433 West Lake Road, Skaneateles, NY 13152

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Skaneateles Festival as we welcome the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis. This remarkable event marks the ensemble's first appearance at the festival in five years, promising an extraordinary showcase of jazz music led by the legendary trumpeter Wynton Marsalis.

The evening will feature a vibrant selection of jazz pieces, announced live from the stage, performed by the all-star orchestra. Under the musical direction of Wynton Marsalis, the ensemble will explore the rich history of jazz, presenting both classic compositions and innovative new works. The lineup includes renowned musicians such as Ryan Kisor, Kenny Rampton, Marcus Printup on trumpets; Vincent Gardner, Chris Crenshaw, Elliot Mason on trombones; and a stellar saxophone section with Sherman Irby, Ted Nash, Victor Goines, Walter Blanding, and Paul Nedzela. The rhythm section boasts Dan Nimmer on piano, Carlos Henriquez on bass, and Obed Calvaire on drums.

This concert is a highlight of the Skaneateles Festival's Saturday evening concerts series, taking place at the scenic Robinson Pavilion at Anyela’s Vineyards. The venue offers breathtaking views and a perfect setting for an evening of jazz under the stars. Gates open at 6:00 PM, allowing guests to settle in and enjoy the surroundings before the concert begins promptly at 8:00 PM.

Tickets are available for purchase, with early booking recommended to secure your spot at this highly anticipated event. The concert is sponsored by The Bob and Sally Neumann Fund for Jazz & Innovative Programming, ensuring an evening of exceptional music and artistic excellence.

For more information on tickets, seating arrangements, and venue details, please visit the Skaneateles Festival website or contact the festival office. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of jazz music in a stunning outdoor setting.

Anyela’s Vineyards

Join us at The Hobby Center for a spectacular evening celebrating the legendary Joe Sample in "The Joe Sample Celebration," presented by Jazz Houston in partnership with KTSU 90.9 FM. This unforgettable concert, marking the close of the 2023-’24 season, will take place on May 30, 2024, in the intimate setting of Zilkha Hall.

The evening promises to be a memorable one, featuring the Jazz Houston Orchestra under the musical direction of Vincent Gardner. Special guest artist Stix Hooper, a co-founder of The Crusaders alongside Joe Sample, will make a long-awaited homecoming to Houston for this event. The concert will showcase new and existing arrangements of compositions made famous by The Crusaders, as well as songs written by Joe Sample and Stix Hooper, including the debut performance of their final song written together.

Tickets are on sale now, starting at $38, with discounts available for students and seniors. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the rich musical legacy of Joe Sample and Stix Hooper, performed live in an evening filled with jazz and celebration.

The Joe Sample Celebration

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Led by trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is made up of 15 top soloists, ensemble players, and arrangers. The first half of the evening explores three essential architects of jazz: Duke Ellington, Jelly Roll Morton, and Charles Mingus, with musical direction by trombonist Vincent Gardner. The second half features Usonian Structures, a new suite by saxophonist Andy Farber, one of the finest big band composers and arrangers on today’s stage, with each movement inspired by the iconic designs of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

Lafayette College

The Houston Symphony teams up with Jazz Houston to tell the story of The Nutcracker. You’ll hear Duke Ellington’s toe-tapping take on The Nutcracker Suite, along with music from Tchaikovsky’s beloved original score.

Duke Ellington's Nutcracker

Jones Hall

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO), comprising 15 of the finest jazz soloists and ensemble players today, has been the Jazz at Lincoln Center resident orchestra since 1988. Featured in all aspects of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s programming, this remarkably versatile orchestra performs and leads educational events in New York, across the U.S. and around the globe; in concert halls; dance venues; jazz clubs; public parks; and with symphony orchestras; ballet troupes; local students; and an ever-expanding roster of guest artists. Under Music Director Wynton Marsalis, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra performs a vast repertoire, from rare historic compositions to Jazz at Lincoln Center-commissioned works, including compositions and arrangements by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Fletcher Henderson, Thelonious Monk, Mary Lou Williams, Dizzy Gillespie, Benny Goodman, Charles Mingus, and many others.Education is a major part of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s mission; its educational activities are coordinated with concert and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra tour programming. These programs, many of which feature Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra members, include the celebrated Jazz for Young People™ family concert series; the Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition & Festival; the Jazz for Young People™ Curriculum; educational residencies; workshops; and concerts for students and adults worldwide. Jazz at Lincoln Center educational programs reach over 110,000 students, teachers and general audience members.

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra

First Baptist Church

Join us for an afternoon of excellence as we welcome Vincent Gardner to campus. Featuring special guests Ron Mahdi, Kevin Harris, and Ron Savage.

Vincent Gardner with Special Guests

Berk Recital Hall

Please join us for an exciting master class with Jazz at Lincoln Center’s lead trombonist Vincent Gardner. 

Master Class with Vincent Gardner

Oliver Colvin Recital Hall

Formed in 1988, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra has been the standard bearer of the large group format for over 35 years. The 14-piece assemblage of virtuosos has contemporized the notion of a "big band” by simultaneously honoring the rich heritage of Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong while debuting a stunning variety of commissions from jazz’s greatest names including Joe Henderson, Christian McBride, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Lovano, and Wynton Marsalis.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra

SFJAZZ Center

With the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and guest artists spanning genres and generations, Jazz at Lincoln Center produces thousands of performances, education, and broadcast events each season in its home in New York City (Frederick P. Rose Hall, “The House of Swing”) and around the world, for people of all ages. Jazz at Lincoln Center is led by Chairman Clarence Otis, Managing and Artistic Director Wynton Marsalis, and Executive Director Greg Scholl.

Trombonist

Vincent Gardner

Events

Upcoming events

Sep 22, 2026

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra · San Francisco Jazz

Sep 25, 2026

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis & Special Guest Cécile McLorin Salvant · Monterey Jazz Festival

Past events

Mar 10, 2026

Jazz Ensemble I Concert · Florida State University College of Music

Feb 10, 2026

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis · Wharton Center for Performing Arts

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