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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Celebrates John Coltrane’s 100th Birthday

Thursday, Sep 17

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 — 8:00 p.m.
Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles

The Hollywood Bowl celebrates what would have been jazz legend John Coltrane’s 100th birthday with an evening featuring the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis.

Grammy-nominated saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin opens the program with a special centennial tribute to Coltrane, conducted by Jonathan Taylor Rush. The celebration continues with Marsalis and the 15-member Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra performing music honoring Coltrane’s groundbreaking legacy.

Tickets: Available through HollywoodBowl.com or by calling 323-850-2000.

Event Information

  • September 23 2026
    08:00 pm
Hollywood Bowl

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