Christian McBride live in Lenox

Experience Christian McBride live on July 18th

Christian McBride will perform at Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts on July 18, 2026. McBride is a highly acclaimed bassist and composer whose work spans a remarkably broad range of jazz styles, including post-bop, hard bop, fusion, and smooth jazz. He is equally comfortable leading his own ensembles – often showcasing original compositions – as he is collaborating with artists across genres like pop, rock, and classical music. His playing is noted for its technical virtuosity, melodic sensitivity, and strong rhythmic drive. He has received multiple Grammy Awards throughout his career.

Tanglewood is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO). Established in 1937 by BSO conductor Serge Koussevitzky on a property formerly owned by the Tanglewood estate, it quickly became a renowned center for musical performance and education. The venue’s open-air Shed provides a natural amphitheater setting while two indoor halls—Ozawa Hall and Seiji Ozawa Music Hall—host chamber music and smaller performances. Beyond orchestral concerts, Tanglewood regularly features performances by popular artists across diverse musical genres.