Celebrating Ella Fitzgerald, the First Lady of Jazz

Overview

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra celebrates the centennial of Ella Fitzgerald, a vocalist whose legacy and influence define a classic era of jazz singing. Through diverse repertoire arranged by the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, the band and guest vocalists demonstrate why the "First Lady of Song" remains a case study in succinct phrasing and uncompromising musicality. Joining the Orchestra for this special occasion are two celebrated veteran vocalists, Kenny Washington and Roberta Gambarini, as well as the legendary tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano. Witness how Fitzgerald's most identifiable traits and her complete devotion to originality and authenticity inspire the best musicians of our time.