While masks for concerts are not mandatory at all venues, it is strongly recommended they be worn for the comfort and safety of all our patrons. Staff and volunteers will continue to wear masks.
Note: Our primary concern is your safety and the safety of our musicians, volunteers and staff.
Please do not attend concerts if you are feeling at all unwell.
Concerts are subject to alteration or cancellation.
2022-2023 Concerts
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WJO 25th Anniversary Celebration
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Great Moments in Jazz - Paris EditionSUNDAY, November 6, 2022, 2:00 pm
Centre Cultural Franco-Manitobain (CCFM) - 340 Provencher Blvd. It was the spring of 1949 when rising star trumpeter Miles Davis made his first trip to Paris. Like so many others, the city made a lasting impression. I loved being in Paris, said Davis. I have never felt like that in my life since. What is it about La Ville Lumièrthat makes such a lasting impression on jazz musicians? So strong is this attraction that Sidney Bechet, Dexter Gordon, Kenny Clarke and countless others would choose to make Paris their home. And as that talent congregated along the River Seine, heartfelt reunions, legendary performances and one-of-a-kind recordings were made. Explore these legendary moments with the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra as we take a musical journey to an oft overlooked hotbed of jazz. |
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Back to the Future
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The Grinch Who Stole ChristmasTHURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2022, 7:30 pm
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2022, 1:00 pm THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2022, 7:30 pm West End Cultural Centre (WECC) - 586 Ellice Avenue This Christmas season, the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra is proud to present Dr. Seuss' much-loved festive fairy tale 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas'! Adapting the classic 1966 cartoon, Winnipeg actor and comedian Quinn Greene has some very big, fluffy shoes to fill in order to bring the great, green Grinch to life! And, you can't have the Grinch without the stellar original soundtrack adapted and presented by the WJO. Featuring a jazz spin on greats like 'Welcome Christmas' and 'Trim Up The Tree', this big band will have you boogying under boughs of holly and fa-la-la-lalling all over yourself dancing to many more compositions they've added to the usual Grinch fare! Joining Quinn and the band is the extremely talented jazz vocalist Helen White. Helen, a Winnipeg jazz veteran, producer and teacher, will have you singing along as she performs all your favourites such as 'You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch' and Faith Hill's timeless 'Where Are You Christmas?'. Out-of-town concerts: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2022, 2:00 pm The Glesby Theatre, Portage la Prairie - TICKETS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2022, 7:30 pm Carman Collegiate Community Theatre, Carman - TICKETS |
More out-of-town concerts: Brazilian Season
SATURDAY, January 14, 2023, 7:30 pm
P.W. Enns Concert Hall, Winkler - TICKETS
FRIDAY, January 20, 2023, 8:00 pm
The Pas - TICKETS
SATURDAY, January 21, 2023, 2:00 pm
Flin Flon - TICKETS
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Women's DayTHURSDAY, March 9, 2023 - 7:30 pm
West End Cultural Centre (WECC) - 586 Ellice Avenue The Winnipeg Women’s Jazz Orchestra presents a concert celebrating this year’s International Women's Day’s campaign theme: #EmbraceEquity. The program will include several favourites from last year’s inaugural WWJO International Women's Day concert, several pieces written or arranged by Winnipeg women, and several standards focusing a lens on celebrating the strength equity brings. WJO has a mission toward equity, diversity, and inclusion. It is important for all people to see themselves reflected in what they celebrate. This March, we celebrate equity. N.B. Masks are required for this concert at WECC. |
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EnsembleSunday, March 19, 2023, 2:00 pm
Centre Cultural Franco-Manitobain (CCFM) - 340 Provencher Blvd. We collaborate with the CCFM during Francophone Heritage Month to bring you a special celebration featuring Ariane Jean, Dr. Henry and others - showcasing our roots through our original music. The energy of the the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra naturally mirrors the vibrancy of the Francophone musical community. |
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With a Little Help From My Friends - The Beatles Songbook
SUNDAY, April 23, 2023, 2:00 pm
Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG) - 300 Memorial Blvd. The WINNIPEG JAZZ ORCHESTRA explores the music of The Beatles with a unique big band take on classic compositions by perhaps the most influential band in the history of rock and roll. |
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RespectSATURDAY, May 13, 2023, 2:00 pm
SUNDAY, May 14, 2023, 2:00 pm Centre Cultural Franco-Manitobain (CCFM) - 340 Provencher Blvd. A show three years in the making! The undisputed Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin is known for her powerhouse voice and songs like Chain of Fools, Natural Woman, Freeway of Love and RESPECT. Joining the WJO is a tour-de-force of Winnipeg talent, including vocalists Jennifer Hanson, Sol James, Andrina Turenne and Ego Spank. Un spectacle en préparation Dupuis trois ans! Reine incontestée de la soul, Aretha Franklin est connue pour sa voix puissante et ses chansons telles que Chain of Fools, Natural Woman, Freeway of Love et RESPECT. Le WJO est accompagné de nombreux de talents de Winnipeg, dont les chanteurs Jennifer Hanson, Sol James, Andrina Turent et Ego Spank. |
