Calgary jazz orchestra

Join the calgary jazz orchestra for a great date night in Calgary. Perfect for couples and parties seeking luxury evening experiences

PORSCHE CENTRE CALGARY AND GLENMORE AUDI PRESENT

A great
night out

CJO

Concerts

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11

art of romance, ART OF SOUL WITH STRINGS

Experience music from the Great American Songbook, Motown, to modern soul hits.

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SUNDAY, april 14

the marvelous mr. mingus & taiko suite

Infusing jazz orchestra and taiko drums. Be immersed with energetic, soul-filling grooves and melodies.

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Wednesday, June 19

goin' down to new orleans & even we, get the blues

Experience the rich musical history of New Orleans and get into the blues with special guests.

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VIEW PREVIOUS CONCERTS AND EVENTS, PLUS GO DEEPER INTO THE MUSIC WITH curated PLAYLISTS

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Giving financially to the Calgary Jazz Orchestra (CJO) is a powerful way for individuals to contribute to the vitality of Calgary’s cultural scene. Even modest contributions make a significant impact by enabling the CJO to continue presenting world-class jazz performances, fostering musical education initiatives, and engaging with diverse communities. Donors who contribute $500 or more will receive complimentary concert refreshments for the remainder of the 2023/2024 season and be listed on our website.

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meet our music/artistic director

Johnny
summers

Johnny Summers, Director and Founder of the Calgary Jazz Orchestra, is a vocalist, trumpeter, arranger, composer, director, and educator.

“One of our greatest joys as performers is to dream and create these shows for you. To present a huge range of what music has to offer and our passion for it. All of us together, in a beautiful room, bathed in light and the soul of sound, enjoying laughter, art, and community in a shared experience.”

new single

my one and only love

Performed by the Calgary Jazz Orchestra, arranged, orchestrated and produced by Johnny Summers, to feature our own Richard Harding on saxophone.

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holiday single

let's do it again, this christmas

Presenting a special edition original Christmas single with fun, old-school Motown vibes by Johnny Summers with the Calgary Jazz Orchestra.

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contemporary arrangements of new and classic popular jazz music by the calgary jazz orchestra and johnny summers

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elevate

raising the next generation of inspired musicians

Elevate is the Calgary Jazz Orchestra's education branch. Its aim is to promote jazz culture, music, and education in order to inspire passion and appreciation for the complexity, beauty, and significance of jazz music among people of all ages. The program specifically seeks to keep jazz music exciting and relevant for upcoming generations here in the beautiful city of Calgary and beyond.

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CJO special events

let's put on a great show

together

Whether you desire the grandeur of a full orchestra performance or the intimate charm of a smaller ensemble, we offer bespoke musical experiences tailored to your unique event. From captivating your guests with soulful melodies to energizing the atmosphere with infectious rhythms, let us craft the perfect soundtrack for an unforgettable occasion.

Explore our educational performance programs through Elevate Music and embark on a journey of musical enrichment.

Contact us today, and together, let's create a captivating show that transcends expectations and leaves a lasting impression on your audience.

Take your event to unparalleled heights with the exquisite sounds of the Calgary Jazz Orchestra

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2023/2024

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society

The Calgary Jazz Orchestra Society is a charitable organization in Canada, on a mission to create an inclusive and vibrant cultural space in Calgary. We are looking for committed directors, officers, and committee members who will help us grow our concert series, Elevate Music program, and provide extraordinary experiences for the people of Calgary and beyond.

Your creativity, ideas, partnerships and financial support will enable us to make this a reality. Join us today and be part of this amazing journey!

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