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Coming Soon to the Maltz Performing Arts Center

“Clubbin’ Unchained”

Violinist Reed Simon will help us create the “CJO Club” for an evening with infectious grooves and great arrangements, as we intertwine the remarkable early brilliance of Duke Ellington at the Cotton Club with Django Reinhardt/Stephane Grappelli's “Hot Club of France.”

Friday, March 20th at 7:30 p.m.

Maltz Performing Arts Center

Up next for the CJO…

  • Event poster for 'Woodstock '26–Sly, Santana, and Janis,' featuring Mary Bridget Davies, scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026

    Woodstock '26

    Sly, Santana, & Janis

    Friday, May 1st

    Maltz Performing Arts Center

    The Woodstock Music and Art Fair in 1969 has still proven to be the most seminal gathering of rock, blues and jazz fusion in popular music history, and countless outdoor festivals try to emulate this vibe every summer. With the help of Tony Award © Nominee Mary Bridget Davies, we celebrate the sounds of Sly, Santana and Janis as we create our own jazz infused Woodstock experience. 

  • Big Band Serenade: A Mother's Day Spectacular

    Big Band Serenade

    A Mother’s Day Spectacular

    Sunday, May 10th, Noon

    Music Box Supper Club

    International vocalist and entertainer Helen Welch joins the mighty Cleveland Jazz Orchestra for a swinging Mother’s Day celebration! Whether you’re treating mom or just want great music, this show’s for you. Don’t miss this special Mother’s Day celebration!

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