Donny McCaslin live in New York

Experience Donny McCaslin live on September 12th

Donny McCaslin will be performing at Birdland Theater in New York City on September 12, 2026. McCaslin is a highly regarded saxophonist known for his work spanning contemporary jazz, post-bop, and incorporating elements of electronic music and rock. His playing is characterized by a lyrical approach alongside technical virtuosity and a distinctive tone, often exploring complex harmonic structures and improvisational freedom. He gained wider recognition for his contributions to David Bowie’s final album, *Blackstar* (2016), where his saxophone work played a central role.

Birdland Theater, located in the heart of Manhattan, carries significant historical weight within the jazz world. The original Birdland club, operating from 1949 to 1965 at 315 West 44th Street, was renowned as “The Jazz Corner of the World,” hosting legendary performers like Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, John Coltrane and Ella Fitzgerald. While the original venue closed, the name was revived in 1986 and currently operates as both Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater.