Saxofonist

Isaiah Collier approaches the music of John Coltrane not as a replica, but as a living language. Drawing from Coltrane’s spiritual intensity and fearless improvisation, Collier channels that legacy through his own voice—urgent, expansive, and deeply personal. This performance honors one of jazz’s most transformative figures while affirming the music’s ability to evolve across generations. Collier represents the “Next” of American jazz: artists who revere the past while refusing to be confined by it. The result is music that feels both grounded and electric, offering longtime jazz listeners fresh insight and inviting new audiences into Coltrane’s enduring world.

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Isaiah Collier Plays Coltrane

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Isaiah Collier’s saxophone sound is both fierce and deeply reflective—rooted in tradition yet stretching toward the future. Named Chicago Tribune’s Jazz Artist of the Year and a New York Times Top Ten honoree, his musicianship carries a wisdom beyond his years. With his band, The Chosen Few, Collier channels the spirit of John Coltrane’s legendary quartets, delivering a performance that’s powerful, intricate, and alive with possibility.

Isaiah Collier: In Tribute to the Classics of John Coltrane

Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts

Saxophonist Isaiah Collier, a vital creative force in Chicago’s jazz scene, makes his Boston debut with a program inspired by one of his musical heroes, John Coltrane. Still in his mid-20s, Collier is a leading voice in “spiritual jazz:” music that transcends time and reaches for a spiritual level beyond the day-to-day. In this performance, Collier and his quartet, The Chosen Few, honor Coltrane’s prolific legacy with electrifying interpretations of his own iconic works.

Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few

Harvard University

AACM 60th Anniversary Concert Series

Dearborn Station

In addition every Second set we will be performing "A Love Supreme" for its 60th Anniversary.

Isaiah Collier: Collier plays Coltrane

Isaiah Collier is a Chicago/Brooklyn based multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, curator, activist, motivational speaker and educator. Collier is most known for his work as a saxophonist, and in addition to him being a drummer as well. Collier's sound and approach is drawn from the influences of other masters saxophonists such as John Coltrane, Roscoe Mitchell, Wayne Shorter, Ari Brown and Gene Ammons.

Jazz Showcase

Multi-instrumentalist, composer, curator, activist, and educator Isaiah Collier has established himself as a musical force in Chicago and nationally. Cosmic Transitions, his 2021 release with his band the Chosen Few, earned a five-star review from Downbeat and multiple Album of the Year accolades, among other praises.

Isaiah Collier & the Chosen Few

Harris Theater

An explosive young saxophonist, vocalist, composer, and bandleader, Isaiah Collier performs in the Joe Henderson Lab with a night devoted to his project I AM, a duo with drummer Michael Shekwoaga Ode, and one with his band The Chosen Few, playing his latest music including songs from his most recent album The Almighty.

Isaiah Collier

SFJAZZ Center

Chicago/Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, curator, activist, motivational speaker, and educator Isaiah Collier is a musical virtuoso in the truest sense of the phrase. Most known for his work as a saxophonist, Collier’s sound and approach is drawn from the influences of other master saxophonists such as John Coltrane, Roscoe Mitchell, Wayner Shorter, Ari Brown, and Gene Ammons.

Isaiah Collier: The World Is On Fire

University of California San Diego

Immerse yourself in an evening of musical mastery as Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few take the stage. Hailing from Chicago’s vibrant Southside, Isaiah Collier’s journey through music has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Soka Performing Arts Center

Isaiah Collier is a musical virtuoso in the truest sense of the phrase. He began playing saxophone at age 11, and his intuitive proficiency earned him attention early on. Ever since his band Isaiah Collier and The Chosen Few has been turning ears.

Dakota

Immerse yourself in the soulful rhythms of jazz with the Charles Heath Quartet at the iconic Jazz Showcase in Chicago. This much-anticipated event takes place from Thursday, May 30, 2024, to Sunday, June 2, 2024, with performances starting at 8:00 PM each evening. Located at 806 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, this venue is a cornerstone of the jazz scene, providing the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable musical experience.

The Charles Heath Quartet, led by the exceptionally talented Charles Rick Heath IV, promises an evening of captivating jazz music. Heath, a Chicago native, is celebrated for his versatility and excellence in the jazz genre, seamlessly blending elements of Blues, Gospel, and Latin music into his performances. His remarkable career has seen collaborations with jazz legends such as Donald Byrd, McCoy Tyner, and Slide Hampton, and his role as the drummer for pianist and jazz legend Ramsey Lewis showcases his significant impact on the jazz world.

For this special showcase, Heath is joined by an ensemble of accomplished musicians: Isaiah Collier on sax, Ethan Phillion on bass, and Paul Mautzabaugh on piano from Thursday to Saturday, with Richard Johnson taking over the piano on Sunday. Together, they will explore the depths of jazz, promising performances that resonate with both purists and newcomers to the genre.

Tickets for the event are available for general admission and VIP preferred seating, with prices ranging from $20 for general admission to $35 for VIP on Thursday, and $25 for general admission to $40 for VIP from Friday to Sunday. This range of ticket options ensures that everyone can enjoy the magic of live jazz music in a setting that has hosted some of the greatest names in the genre.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the Charles Heath Quartet live, as they bring their unique sound and infectious energy to the Jazz Showcase. It's not just a concert; it's an experience that celebrates the rich legacy and vibrant future of jazz music in Chicago.

Charles Heath Quartet

Isaiah Collier is a Chicago/Brooklyn based multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, curator, activist, motivational speaker and educator. Collier is most known for his work as a saxophonist, and in addition to him being a drummer as well. Collier's sound and approach is drawn from the influences of other masters saxophonists such as John Coltrane, Roscoe Mitchell, Wayne Shorter, Ari Brown and Gene Ammons. 

Isaiah Collier’s sound is a dynamic flurry of metaphors– he calls his influences a “sonic time machine,” and The New York Times describes him as an “heir apparent to […] the post-Coltrane sax tradition.”

Twenty-four-year-old Isaiah Collier is a musical virtuoso in the truest sense of the phrase. He began playing saxophone at age 11, and his intuitive proficiency earned him attention early on. Ever since, his band Isaiah Collier and The Chosen Few has been turning ears.

San Jose Jazz

Terence Blanchard’s curated series dedicated to artists deserving wider recognition continues in February with a pair of young artists who are poised to reach stratospheric heights as rising masters — vocalist Tyreek McDole and saxophonist Isaiah Collier.

Saxofonist

Isaiah Collier

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 27, 2027

Tyreek McDole / Isaiah Collier · San Francisco Jazz

Past events

Oct 3, 2026

Isaiah Collier Plays Coltrane · Segerstrom Center for the Arts

May 1, 2026

Isaiah Collier: In Tribute to the Classics of John Coltrane · UChicago Presents

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