Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Duke in Africa

Wynton Marsalis and his eminent ensemble return with an inspired Ellington program.

Duke Ellington found deep inspiration in Africa, and several works inspired by his relationship with the continent stand out among his classic jazz compositions. The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis gives new life to those compositions in a program designed by saxophonists Chris Lewis and Alexa Tarantino, which is drawn from albums including Afro-Bossa, Liberian Suite, and the Grammy Award-winning Togo Brava Suite.

“Marsalis’ playing is as sharp as it’s ever been. He can command the room with an expertly controlled instability, serenading the audience with frenetic New-Orleans-infused grooves.” – Broadway World

Wynton Marsalis website
Jazz at Lincoln Center website

TICKETS
Adults $115 / $85 / $55
Students & Youth $115 / $10

Thursday, January 29, 2026 7:30pm

Hancher Auditorium

Hadley Stage / Auditorium Seating

141 Park Road, Iowa City, IA 52242

Paris Young

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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Paris Young in advance at 319-467-4849 or paris-sissel@uiowa.edu.