CJO in the City Event Schedule
In addition to our concert series, you can catch us at various venues around town all year, in clubs like the Bop Stop and BLU Jazz+ Akron, at summer festivals, in places of worship, in theaters, and more!
Big Band Serenade: A Mother’s Day Spectacular
International vocalist and entertainer Helen Welch joins the mighty Cleveland Jazz Orchestra for a swinging Mother’s Day celebration! “Big Band Serenade” combines elegance with energy, featuring timeless hits like “Fly Me to the Moon,” “On the Sunny Side of the Street,” “Can’t Buy Me Love,” and “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend.”
Join Helen and the CJO on Mother’s Day for a spectacular afternoon of music, celebrating moms everywhere. Whether you’re treating mom or just want great music, this show’s for you. Don’t miss this special Mother’s Day celebration!
Sunday, May 10th, Music Box Supper Club, noon
Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Little Big Band Tribute to Ken Peplowski (Featuring Mark Vinci)
The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra returns with the CJO Little Big Band presenting a tribute to the late Ken Peplowski, who passed away suddenly on February 2, 2026. Peplowski, a Cleveland area native, returned to perform regularly in Northeast Ohio, but was loved and respected around the world as a preeminent saxophonist and clarinetist. Tonight's performance will feature special guest Mark Vinci on saxophone.
Friday, June 12th, 8 p.m.
Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Little Big Band at Lakeview Cemetery
The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra join the summer concert line-up at Lakeview Cemetery. Pack a picnic and join us for an afternoon of American Popular Song and Jazz.
Sunday, August 9th, 4 p.m.
Lakeview Cemetery, 12316 Euclid Ave, Cleveland