Samara Joy | Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Overview

Winner of Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album at the 2023 Grammys.

Samara Joy brings fresh purpose to jazz with her distinct style, charm and dexterity. Her deeply emotive, rich and irresistible sound compels listeners to “focus on the purity of her tone and the purity of the music” (DownBeat). With her classic style that evokes Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan, Samara Joy follows in the tradition of these greats. Don’t miss one of music’s newest stars performing live at Symphony Center.

Venue
Symphony Center
Length
1 hour 30 minutes
Program Book
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Performers

Samara Joy

Vocals

Evan Sherman

Drums

Michael Migliore

Bass

Cameron Campbell

Piano

Jason Charos

Trumpet

David Mason

Alto saxophone

Kendric McCallister

Tenor saxophone

Donavan Austin

Trombone

Extras

Preconcert Dining

Enhance your concert experience by dining at Forte featuring contemporary Mediterranean cuisine or the Thomas Club featuring traditional American fare. Learn more »

CSO African American Network

The CSO African American Network launches their season with a postconcert reception following the concert. Tickets required for entry. Learn more about the event here »

Postconcert CD Signing

Please join us for a postconcert CD signing with Samara Joy. The signing will take place in the First Floor Rotunda and is open to all ticketholders. Merchandise will be available in the Orchestra Hall lobby throughout the evening.

Sponsors & Partners

Funding for educational programs during the 2023/24 Season of SCP Jazz has been generously provided by Dan J. Epstein, Judith Guitelman and the Dan J. Epstein Family Foundation. The CSOA thanks the Epstein Family Foundation for ten consecutive years of generous, innovative support for the SCP Jazz Education program.