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We are thrilled to announce our new 2025-2026 season of big band jazz. This season includes the music of the great pianist Mary Lou Williams, the music created by the dynamic jazz collaboration of Oliver Nelson and Jimmy Smith, the music of the renowned and innovative Sun Ra, and a return visit from the phenomenal bassist Christian McBride. Plus, we will see three exciting guest conductors leading your SRJO. It’s a fantastic season of big band music representing the best in jazz.
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The Music of Mary Lou Williams with guest director Conner Eisenmenger
November 1 & 2, 2025
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The Music of Oliver Nelson & Jimmy Smith with guest director Dr. Clark Gibson
February 21 & 22, 2026
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The Music of Sun Ra with guest director Orrin Evans
April 11 & 12, 2026
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Special guest Christian McBride with SRJO Artistic Director Michael Brockman
May 30 & 31, 2026
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As always, returning subscribers will be given first chance to renew their subscriptions and retain their seats!
The Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra
The Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra is the Northwest's premier big band jazz ensemble. Founded in 1995, the 17-piece big band is made up of some of the most prominent jazz soloists and band leaders in the Pacific Northwest. SRJO’s mission is to promote appreciation of the uniquely American art form of large ensemble jazz and to share the joy of live professional jazz performance.
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