Event

The Oberlin Sonny Rollins Jazz Ensemble in Chicago

Date, time, location

Date

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Time

7:00 pm

Location

Jazz Showcase

806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL 60605

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Cost

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The Oberlin Sonny Rollins Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Oberlin Conservatory jazz guitar professor Bobby Ferrazza, brings the powerful spirit of legendary saxophonist Sonny Rollins to life at Jazz Showcase in Chicago.

Founded in 2018 with Rollins’ support, the ensemble carries his mission of using music to uplift humanity. The Sonny Ensemble will be performing original works by members of the band as well as fresh arrangements of Rollins’ compositions, along with jazz standards, showcasing their skill, creativity, and dedication to the jazz tradition.

Ensemble
LáRaya Hudson, vocals
David Serpan, saxophone
Luka Ison, saxophone
Eric Collins, trombone
Jacob Seashore, guitar
Ricky Taylor, piano
Nicholas Doan bass
Max Simas, drums

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