Branford Marsalis Plays John Williams Presented by the Jackson Symphony Orchestra

Branford Marsalis is an award-winning saxophonist, band leader, featured classical soloist, and a film and Broadway composer. Over the span of his decades long career, he has become a multi award-winning artist with three Grammys, EMMY and Tony nominations, a citation by the National Endowment for the Arts as a Jazz Master, and an avatar of contemporary artistic excellence.

Enjoy a night of music filled with rhythm, charm, and storytelling. Bizet’s L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2 opens the evening with lively dances and heartfelt melodies. Paule Maurice’s Tableaux de Provence follows, painting vivid musical scenes of Southern France. The second half features Bernstein’s Fancy Free, a playful ballet about sailors on shore leave, before closing with John Williams’ Escapades from Catch Me If You Can, featuring the legendary Branford Marsalis on saxophone for a thrilling, movie-inspired finale.

CONCERT RUNTIME 1 hr 45 minutes

PRE-CONCERT CONVERSATION
Join us for a free interactive opportunity to go "behind the music" at the Pre-Concert Conversation, beginning at 6:30pm in the venue.

AFTERPARTY
An exclusive opportunity to see Brandford Marsalis from the VIP seating section at the concert then meet him afterwards. This post-concert experience includes complimentary appetizers and drinks with guest artists, musicians, donors of $1,000+, and sponsors. A $100 ticket will grant you access to this experience. Limited availability.