Composer

Coltrane remains a towering presence, not only in jazz but in the music of the latter half of the twentieth century and beyond. His immense influence as a saxophonist continues to inspire new generations, who absorb the creativity he brought to the music of Thelonious Monk and Miles Davis as well as his own classic recordings. His compositions are both an inspiration and, in the case of the evergreen 'Giant Steps', a rite of passage for saxophonists, particularly and instrumentalists generally.

John Coltrane Centenary Celebration feat. Emma Rawicz

The Queen's Hall

Brandon Harper, jazz piano

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Oliver Koenig, jazz saxophone

Celebrate the music and legacy of legendary saxophonist John Coltrane in honor of his 100th birthday. Camp Coltrane invites young musicians to explore Coltrane’s powerful sound through jazz combos, improvisation, and ensemble playing—plus special masterclasses with world-renowned artists Chico Pinheiro (guitar) and Pedrito Martinez (percussion).

Jazz Combo Camp: Camp Coltrane

Charleston Jazz Academy

The WashU Jazz Band will perform a wide variety of tunes written for the large jazz ensemble, featuring tight ensemble work and outstanding student soloists.  Selections include student compositions, modern settings of jazz standards, and original tunes composed specifically for the contemporary big band.

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WashU Jazz Series: Jazz Band Concert

560 Music Center

The title Tenor Madness might suggest magnificent singing. Far from it! This concert features two outstanding European tenor saxophonists and their all-star bands: British musician Emma Rawicz, who describes herself as a “noise architect,” sees colours when she hears music. This translates into a playing style rich in sonic nuances. Norwegian Marius Neset is known for his virtuosic technique and creative improvisations, and with his small ensemble he conjures a fireworks display of orchestral colours. An evening that showcases the full tonal spectrum of the tenor saxophone.

Jazz at Berlin Philharmonic “Tenor Madness”

Berliner Philharmonie

This program promises to take you on a journey you’;ve never been on before. First: Elliott Carter’s Sound Fields, a piece that’s less about melody and more about the beautiful, shifting textures of sound itself. Imagine a canvas of strings, where moments of thin, transparent sound are contrasted with rich, dense tapestries - it’s a quiet, meditative experience that invites you to listen in a completely new way.

American Dreams

Fairmount Presbyterian Church

St Stanislaus Church

Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church

St Noel Church

Slip into an intimate soirée of musical storytelling, where countertenor John Holiday’s inimitable voice weaves a tapestry of familiar narratives and timeless elegance. From the cherished Great American Songbook to the reflective melodies of early 20th-century repertoire, this program is a sincere ode to the themes that bind us together: love, loss, hope, and home.

Current: Reflections In Song

The Olive

Liam Hurlbut performs a master's recital program featuring the works of Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane. He will be joined by a sextet including trumpeter Leo Maxey, saxophonist Leigh Pilzer, pianist Justin Taylor, bassist Derek Wiegmann and drummer Dominic Smith.

Student Degree Recital: Liam Hurlbut M.M. Saxophone Recital

The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

February Chamber Concert

Praxis Fiber Workshop

Rush Hour Performance: Skylar Tang Quartet

The Juilliard School

Schoenberg’s Five Piano Pieces, Op. 23, which marks the crystallization of his twelve-tone technique is the launchpad. Other groundbreaking piano methods are heard in Leo Ornstein’s Suicide in an Airplane, distinctive for its tone clusters. Pierre Boulez’s fascinating 12 Notations uses the number 12 as a self-imposed structure with a 12-note row forming the basis of 12 solo piano pieces, each just 12 bars long. The indirect passing of the Schoenberg baton is heard in A Love Supreme, a progressive jazz masterpiece by the famed innovator John Coltrane, whose groundbreaking style is rooted in Schoenberg’s techniques, gleaned from his teacher Dennis Sandole, a Schoenberg student. Coltrane also studied with Ornstein as a teenager in Philadelphia.

Fierce Beauty Part I

First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable evening celebrating the genius and enduring legacy of the legendary John Coltrane.

This extraordinary concert will transport you to the golden era of jazz with the timeless compositions of John Coltrane. Gulf Coast Jazz Collective will gather on the stage to pay homage to one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz.

Jazz At the Macc: Blue Train: Music of John Coltrane

Music & Arts Community Center

Thelonius Monk and John Coltrane

San Bernardino Valley College Auditorium

CityMusic Cleveland is a professional chamber orchestra dedicated to making music accessible through free concerts and innovative programming. Since its inception in 2004, CityMusic has built partnerships with communities across Northeast Ohio, bringing exceptional performances to longtime music lovers and first-time audience members alike.

Composer

John Coltrane

Events

Upcoming events

Oct 25, 2026

CityMusic Cleveland Chamber Orchestra: “American Roots” · Cleveland Museum of Art

Past events

Sep 18, 2026

John Coltrane Centenary Celebration feat. Emma Rawicz · The Queen's Hall

Jun 9, 2026

Brandon Harper, jazz piano · Northwestern Bienen School of Music

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