THE GALA 2023

After two years of online gala programs, Jazz Institute of Chicago staff and board are thrilled to be together, live and in-person, for a meaningful evening filled with great music, food, drink, socializing, and all for a great cause.

Let’s come together to celebrate and support the joy and power of jazz music. Join us and invest in the future of this inspiring American original art form!

Join us for an amazing night of food, drinks, and top notch entertainment from Kurt Elling, plus other guest performances.

Thursday, May 18

4:30 VIP Reception

5:30 Cocktail Reception with Jazz Links student performances

6:30 Remarks & Awards

7:00 Concert

All at the beautiful Park West theater at 322 W Armitage Ave, Chicago

Gala 2023 includes a very special performance by a Grammy Award™ winner Kurt Elling with local Chicago All-Stars,
including JIC Jazz Links alumni Kyle Swan and JIC Jazz Links Fellow Lenard Simpson.