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Featuring special guests including Jason Danieley, Melinda Doolittle, Michael Feinstein, and John Pizzerelli.

The Keith Lockhart 30th Anniversary Concert

Boston Symphony Orchestra

Guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has been hailed by The Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook, Pizzarelli has expanded that repertoire by including the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antônio Carlos Jobim and the Beatles.

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John Pizzarelli Trio

McCallum Theatre

The Grammy-winning crooner celebrates four decades of smooth, swinging Jazz performances.

John Pizzarelli: Stage & Screen

Staller Center for the Arts

Hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz,” world-renowned jazz guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli makes a welcome return to Rockport accompanied by his stellar trio for a concert that promises to be a night to remember.

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Shalin Liu Performance Center

John Pizzarelli’s newest show with his trio focuses on music from the Broadway stage and the Silver Screen. The evening will feature fresh versions of great standards such as “Where or When,” “Just in Time,” and “As Time Goes By,” paired with some newer Broadway songs that include “I Love Betsy” from Honeymoon in Vegas. Additionally, the event will feature a selection of more recent movie songs like “With a Wink and a Smile” from Sleepless in Seattle, “When Somebody Loved Me” from Toy Story 2, and a rousing suite of songs from Rogers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma. This program fully encompasses almost every decade from the 20’s to today, providing a musical discovery for audience members at every concert, all performed by an impeccable trio that has thrilled the world over with their singular brand of swinging jazz!

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts

The Boston Globe has hailed world-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” The Toronto Star pegged him as “the genial genius of the guitar.”

Dakota

Since its inception, the JazzMN Orchestra has presented more than 80 concerts in its main series with dozens of additional performances at jazz and art festivals around the Twin Cities. The music performed by the JazzMN Orchestra ranges from the very beginnings of jazz through contemporary and commissioned works by today’s composers. Now in its 25th season, the JazzMN Orchestra has featured international jazz artists such as Randy Brecker, Kurt Elling, Mike Stern, Arturo Sandoval, Gordon Goodwin, Phil Woods, Nicholas Payton, Paquito D’Rivera and many more.

JazzMN Orchestra Presents: John Pizzarelli

World-renowned guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli has been hailed by The Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook.” He returns to Koerner Hall with a new album that showcases his versatility and virtuosity in exploring the timeless songs of Broadway and Hollywood.

John Pizzarelli with Caity Gyorgy

The Royal Conservatory of Music

Experience the enchanting melodies of Broadway and the silver screen with the John Pizzarelli Trio at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. This special performance, titled "John Pizzarelli Trio Stage & Screen," is scheduled for Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 8:00 pm. The show promises a journey through the musical landscapes of nearly every decade from the 1920s to the present day, offering a rich tapestry of musical discovery for all who attend.

John Pizzarelli, a master of the jazz guitar, leads his new trio with Michael Karn on bass and Isaiah J. Thompson on piano, delivering performances that have captivated audiences worldwide with their unique blend of swinging jazz. This event is not just a concert; it's an exploration of the iconic tunes that have defined generations, performed by an ensemble renowned for their skill and passion for music.

Ticket prices for this unforgettable evening range from $39 for limited upper balcony seating to $89 for premium seats, with discounts available for Mahaiwe members and youth. Members can enjoy a $5 discount on each ticket, and special pricing is available for individuals aged 30 and under.

This performance is proudly sponsored by Dr. Beth B. and Jeffrey N. Cohen, ensuring that it will be a night of exceptional music that celebrates the best of stage and screen. Don't miss your chance to be part of this musical journey at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, located at 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA.

John Pizzarelli Trio Stage & Screen

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

Grammy Award winning producer, guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has been hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” Well-known to Musicfest audiences for his exceptional musicianship and witty banter, for this special holiday concert, John is joined by his frequent collaborator, acclaimed Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Catherine Russell. Enjoy special jazz renditions of beloved Christmas tunes, as well as other favorites.

John Pizzarelli & Catherine Russell

Highlands Church

You don’t want to miss John Pizzarelli as he brings his latest album Stage & Screen to SOPAC!

Finding inspiration from classic Broadway musicals and Hollywood films, Stage & Screen’s cleverly chosen repertoire spans nine decades of American music from the 1925 musical No, No, Nanette to Jason Robert Brown’s Hollywood in Vegas (2013).  In between, there are pieces by iconic songwriters and composers like Richard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart, Oscar Hammerstein II, Leonard Bernstein, Sammy Cahn, and Jule Styne, as well as songs immortalized in films like Casablanca.

South Orange Performing Arts Center

John Pizzarelli has been entertaining audiences for over 40 years, singing classic standards and late-night ballads, and by playing inventive guitar. With sparkling swing and a stunning vocal approach, Catherine Russell is among the greatest interpreters of American popular song.   Together, they pay homage to Nat King Cole and the legendary singers who appeared on his popular TV show. The concert includes Cole’s most memorable hits such as “Route 66,” “Straighten Up and Fly Right” and “Paper Moon,” along with the timeless works from Dinah Washington, Ella Fitzgerald and Peggy Lee—the iconic Ladies of Song.

John Pizzarelli and Catherine Russell: Nat King Cole & The Ladies of Song

Irvine Barclay Theatre

Billie & Blue Eyes is a heartfelt tribute to two iconic voices of American music - Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra - brought to life by award-winning jazz talents Catherine Russell and John Pizzarelli. With Catherine’s radiant vocals and John’s smooth guitar and easygoing charm, they’ll take you on a journey through timeless classics from two unforgettable catalogs. It’s an afternoon of pure jazz bliss, served up with style and soul.

Guitarist, Vocalist

John Pizzarelli

Events

Upcoming events

Jan 24, 2026

John Pizzarelli & Catherine Russell Present Billie & Blue Eyes · The Lyric Theatre

Past events

Jun 6, 2025

The Keith Lockhart 30th Anniversary Concert · Boston Symphony Orchestra

Jan 10, 2025

John Pizzarelli Trio · McCallum Theatre

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