This June, Jazz at Lincoln Center brings its season-long Mother Africa exploration to a powerful and celebratory close with a series of concerts that highlight the far-reaching influence of the African diaspora. Spanning immersive multidisciplinary works, the vibrant sounds of Brazil, and the soulfulness of the blues, these performances underscore jazz’s global roots and enduring capacity for storytelling, innovation, and connection.

Trumpeter Etienne Charles returns to the Appel Room with Folklore LIVE Vol. 2 (June 5-6), an expansive and immersive musical exploration of the cultures of the African diaspora. Building upon the themes of his 2009 album Folklore, Charles unveils new compositions inspired by diverse cultural traditions, including Lowcountry Gullah-Geechee rituals, Haitian Vodou, Afro-Mexican Son Jarocho, and Garifuna rhythms.

Mandolin virtuoso Hamilton de Holanda joins the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis in Rose Theater for a celebration of Brazilian jazz in Sounds of Brazil with Hamilton De Holanda (June12-13). Centered on the music of pioneering composer Moacir Santos, who helped define Brazil’s modern musical identity, the concert event also showcases Holanda’s own electrifying original work which, alongside the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, guides audiences through a sweeping journey across Brazil’s musical landscape.

On Saturday, June 13, the Sounds of Brazil with Hamilton De Holanda celebration begins even earlier as ticket holders are invited to a complimentary World Cup watch party in the Ertegun Atrium. Beginning at 6:00 p.m., a live screening of the Morocco vs. Brazil match sets the tone for the evening, with the excitement carrying seamlessly into the 8:00 p.m. performance, transforming the night into a full celebration of Brazilian culture, community, and sound.

Closing out the month and the Mother Africa season, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram returns to Rose Theater to headline Kingfish’s Blues Jam (June 18-20), a three-day celebration of the blues and its ongoing evolution. Ingram is joined by Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra saxophonist Sherman Irby, powerhouse vocalist Shemekia Copeland on June 18 & 19, and acclaimed singer-songwriter Valerie June on June 20, along with a hand-picked lineup of rising blues artists. Together, they deliver three nights of gripping guitar, unforgettable songs, and performances that honor the blues’ deep roots while embracing its contemporary energy.

Bryan Carter returns to Dizzy’s Club for the annual Jazz at Pride (June 10-11) celebration, a vibrant evening of community, creativity, and connection plus the 50th Anniversary of Soweto Youth Uprising with Bokani Dyer Trio (June16), Eric Scott Reed Trio (June 26-27) and much more. For the full Dizzy’s Club schedule, visit jazz.org/dizzys.

Collectively, these June performances reflect Jazz at Lincoln Center’s commitment to presenting jazz as a living, global art form, one that bridges cultures, amplifies diverse voices, and continues to evolve across generations.

Performances take place in Rose Theater, the Appel Room and Dizzy’s Club, in Frederick P. Rose Hall, home of Jazz at Lincoln Center, located at Broadway at 60th St. in New York, NY.

For information and to purchase tickets, visit jazz.org.
For livestream information, visit jazzlive.com.

June Concerts:

Etienne Charles: Folklore LIVE Vol. 2
June 5 at 7:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.
June 6 at 4:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
The Appel Room
Trumpeter Etienne Charles returns to the Appel Room for Folklore LIVE Vol. 2, an immersive musical exploration of the vibrant and diverse cultures of the African diaspora.

Building upon the themes of his 2009 album Folklore, Charles unveils new compositions inspired by diverse cultural traditions, including Lowcountry Gullah-Geechee rituals, Haitian Vodou, Afro-Mexican Son Jarocho, and Garifuna rhythms.

This performance transcends the concert stage, integrating big band textures with dancers, masquerade, and spoken word to create a multisensory experience that celebrates the resilience and vibrancy of marginalized communities.

Jazz at Pride
Bryan Carter
June 10-11: Sets are at 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
Jazz at Pride returns with a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and connection. This special evening brings together LGBTQIA+ artists for a night of music and storytelling, creating an inclusive space where everyone is welcome and represented. Expect bold artistry, joyful energy, and a shared experience that uplifts, empowers, and brings people together.

Sounds of Brazil with Hamilton de Holanda
The JLCO with Wynton Marsalis
June 12 at 7:30 p.m.
June 13 at 8:00 p.m.
Rose Theater
Bandolin virtuoso Hamilton de Holanda joins the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis for a vibrant celebration of Brazilian jazz in Rose Theater. The program brings the iconic music of Moacir Santos, the pioneering composer who helped shape Brazil’s modern sound, to life alongside Holanda’s own electrifying new works, creating a night pulsing with rhythm, color, and joyful energy.

On Saturday, June 13, the experience begins even earlier as ticket holders are invited to a complimentary World Cup watch party in the Ertegun Atrium, where the Morocco vs. Brazil match will be screened live beginning at 6:00 p.m. The excitement of the match flows seamlessly into that evening’s 8:00 p.m. performance, making the night feel like a full celebration of Brazilian culture, community, and sound.

Generous support for this concert series is provided by Robert and Helen Appel.

50th Anniversary of Soweto Youth Uprising with Bokani Dyer Trio
June 16: Sets are at 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
A powerful one-night-only tribute, Bokani Dyer returns to the stage to honor the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Youth Uprisings. One of South Africa’s most extraordinary pianists and composers, Dyer brings together iconic South African works and his own original music for an evening rooted in remembrance, resilience, and artistic expression. It’s a moving and beautifully felt performance that honors a landmark moment in history through the power of live jazz.

Kingfish’s Blues Jam
June 18-20 at 7:30 p.m.
Rose Theater
Back by popular demand, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram returns to the Rose Theater to headline Blues Jam 2026. One of the most electrifying guitarists of his generation, Kingfish has redefined modern blues with his fiery playing, commanding voice, and unmistakable stage presence. This three-day celebration of the blues places Kingfish at the center of a powerhouse lineup honoring the music’s past, present, and future.

Ingram is joined by JLCO saxophonist Sherman Irby, powerhouse vocalist Shemekia Copeland on Thursday and Friday, and soulful singer-songwriter Valerie June on Saturday, along with a hand-picked lineup of rising blues stars.

Blues Jam celebrates the enduring legacy and ongoing evolution of the blues, a genre that continues to shape modern music around the world. Set in the acoustically refined Rose Theater, these performances offer an intimate, high-energy experience that brings the raw emotion, virtuosity, and spirit of the blues vividly to life.

Eric Scott Reed Trio: Out Late
June 26-27: Sets are at 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
Pianist Eric Scott Reed brings music from his album Out Late to the stage, drawing on the energy of after-hours sessions where the playing opens up and ideas unfold in real time. With a standout ensemble by him, the set moves between deep groove, thoughtful moments, and stretches of improvisation that grow naturally from one idea to the next. It’s a night shaped by connection, curiosity, and the freedom to let the music lead.

A pre-concert discussion led by Seton Hawkins, JALC’s Director of Public Programs, will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Agnes Varis and Karl Leichtman Studio at Frederick P. Rose Hall before each Rose Theater performance.

Ticket Information
Ticket prices for Rose Theater are $30 and up dependent upon seating section, except as noted below:

Jazz for Young People® tickets in Rose Theater are $10, $20, and $25.

Ticket prices for The Appel Room are $55 and up, dependent on seating section for the 7:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. sets, and $45 and up, depending upon seating section for the 9:00 p.m. set on Saturday.

Please note that a $5.00 Jazz at Lincoln Center Facility Fee applies to ALL ticket purchases, with the exception of $10 Hot Seats. A $7 handling fee also applies when purchasing tickets from CenterCharge or when purchasing tickets online via jazz.org.

All single tickets for The Appel Room and Rose Theater can be purchased through jazz.org 24 hours a day or through CenterCharge at 212-721-6500, open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased at the Jazz at Lincoln Center Box Office, located on Broadway at 60th Street, Ground Floor.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Box Office hours are:
Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday: Closed

Jazz at Lincoln Center proudly acknowledges its 2026-27 season partners:
Bloomberg Philanthropies, United Airlines, and Hive & Colony.

Leadership support for Jazz at Lincoln Center’s concert season is provided by
Lynne and Richard Pasculano.

A very special thanks to Jody and John Arnhold for their extraordinary support of Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.

We proudly recognize leadership support from Dalio Philanthropies; Joseph DiMenna; Ford Foundation; Angela and Robert Kissane;
Mellody Hobson and George Lucas; Michele and Mark Mandel; and the Zou Family Fund.

Major support is provided by the Abrams Foundation; Charina Endowment Fund; Howard Gilman Foundation, Inc.; Manitou Fund;
the Ambrose Monell Foundation; the Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation; Lisa and David Schiff; Seedlings Foundation; and
an Anonymous donor.

Generous support is provided by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the
New York State Legislature.

 

Artists, schedules, and venues are subject to change.