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2026 marks the centennial of two visionary architects of modern jazz: Miles Davis and John Coltrane. To celebrate their enduring legacy, two of today’s most innovative and influential bandleaders – Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane – join forces for an exceptional concert.

Blanchard and Coltrane, both deeply connected to the spirit and lineage of these jazz icons, embody the very essence of creativity, futurism, transcendence, freedom – and the timeless ‘birth of cool’ that defined Miles and Trane’s artistry.

Ravi Coltrane and Terence Blanchard

Cadogan Hall

Saxophonist Ravi Coltrane and trumpeter Terence Blanchard share the Krannert Center stage to celebrate two pioneers of the great tradition of musical improvisation. Having recorded and performed with nearly every major figure in jazz in the last 40 years, these two 21st-century giants push the music while honoring the essence of the art form built by their predecessors. This program will explore the iconic work and influence of Miles Davis and John Coltrane to commemorate both centennials in 2026. The intensely dynamic collaboration will deliver an evening of reverently powerful and innovative music.

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Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

The year 1926 saw the birth of two towering figures who reshaped the landscape of 20th-century music: Miles Davis and John Coltrane. In this limited tour, two of today’s most visionary musicians come together to honor their legacies in a concert that is more than just a centennial tribute, but a living, breathing continuation of their spirit.

Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane

University of Michigan

Trumpeter, composer, and SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard celebrates the centennials of jazz icons Miles Davis and John Coltrane, one of the great jazz partnerships of all time, with the brilliant saxophonist and composer Ravi Coltrane — John Coltrane’s son.

Terence Blanchard & Ravi Coltrane

SFJAZZ Center

A singular artist possessed of unmatched passion, fire, and percussive mastery, Cindy Blackman Santana graces the Miner Auditorium stage for this long-awaited return appearance with her newest project. For these concerts, Blackman Santana's band will be joined by special guest saxophonist Ravi Coltrane.

Cindy Blackman Santana

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist, bandleader, and composer Ravi Coltrane (Music BFA 90) performs a celebratory concert. Joined by Adam Rogers (guitar), Scott Colley (Music BFA 1988) (bass), and Jeff “Tain” Watts (drums), Coltrane will present an evening of improvisation and jazz performance as the capstone of his tenure as the Charlie Haden Artist in Residence at The Herb Alpert School of Music at California Institute of the Arts.

Ravi Coltrane

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Featuring Gunhild Carling, Idun Carling, Ravi Coltrane, Jeff 'Tain' Watts, David Budway, Neal Caine, Daniel Glass, Josh Kaye & Baklava Express.

NYACK Jazz Festival - Free Outdoor Concert

Maureen's Jazz Cellar

Ravi Coltrane is a critically acclaimed, Grammy-nominated saxophonist, bandleader, and composer. In the course of a twenty-plus-year career, Mr. Coltrane has worked as a sideman to many, and recorded noteworthy albums for himself and others.

Ravi Coltrane feat. Robin Eubanks

Dakota

For this exclusive evening, saxophonist Ravi Coltrane explores the music of his legendary parents John Coltrane and Alice Coltrane.

Although Coltrane has delved into his father’s work on occasion, including serving as artistic director for SFJAZZ’s weeklong celebration of the 50th Anniversary of John Coltrane’s A Love Supreme in 2014, this performance is his serious re-examination of the singular work of both his parents. Coltrane is furthering his family legacy by “embracing jazz’s past only as a means to communicate his own modern-day voice.” (Okayplayer)

Ravi Coltrane: Cosmic Music with special guests

Coltrane’s powerful acoustic quartet with pianist David Virelles, bassist Dezron Douglas, and drummer Johnathan Blake honors the life and legacy of the saxophonist’s lifelong friend, mentor, and collaborator Pharoah Sanders who passed away in 2022. Joining them for this night of spiritual journeys and sonic exploration is a pair of very special guests, tenor master Joe Lovano and Sanders’ son, multi-instrumentalist Tomoki Sanders.

Ravi Coltrane: Pharoah Sanders Tribute

Ravi Coltrane settles into his week as Resident Artistic Director with a pair of cutting-edge bands that focus on his original compositions. His trio is a decidedly electrified distillation of the young band from his Cosmic Music project featuring keyboardist Gadi Lehavi and drummer Elé Howell. His veteran acoustic quartet, now dubbed Coltraxx, includes pianist David Virelles, bassist Dezron Douglas, and drummer Johnathan Blake.



Ravi Coltrane Electric Band & Coltraxx

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist, bandleader, and composer, Ravi Coltrane has established himself as a creative force in jazz over the course of his thirty-plus-year career. With six acclaimed albums to his name as a bandleader, Ravi has toured the world with his ensembles and collaborated with some of the top names in jazz. 

Ravi Coltrane Quartet: Centennial Celebration

Robert & Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts

The visionary saxophonist honours his father’s legacy. Ewen Farncombe and friends open with a Miles Davis set.

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Ravi Coltrane

Events

Upcoming events

Sep 30, 2026

Ravi Coltrane Quartet: Centennial Celebration ·

Dec 5, 2026

Ravi Coltrane: The John Coltrane Centennial · The Royal Conservatory of Music

Past events

Jul 9, 2026

Ravi Coltrane and Terence Blanchard · Cadogan Hall

Mar 6, 2026

Ravi Coltrane and Terence Blanchard · Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

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