Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band live in New York

Experience Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band live on August 12th

The Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band is scheduled to perform at Blue Note Jazz Club in New York City on August 12, 2026. This ensemble carries forward the legacy of the iconic trumpeter, Dizzy Gillespie, performing music rooted in bebop, Afro-Cuban jazz, and big band arrangements. Their repertoire typically includes Gillespie’s original compositions like “A Night in Tunisia” and “Manteca,” alongside arrangements showcasing complex harmonies, improvisational solos, and vibrant rhythmic interplay. The band aims to recreate the energy and innovation Gillespie brought to jazz.

Blue Note Jazz Club, located in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, has been a central fixture in the jazz world since its founding in 1981. Though the current venue is not the original establishment (which operated from 1939-1979), it occupies a space intentionally designed to evoke the intimate atmosphere of its predecessor. The club is renowned for hosting both established legends and emerging artists across all styles of jazz. It's known for its excellent acoustics and close proximity between performers and audience members, fostering a particularly engaging concert experience.