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From Frank Sinatra To Al Capone, This Chicago Jazz Club Is Filled With History (And Secrets)

This iconic establishment in Chicago is home to a storied history and lots of jazz. The classic haunt was frequented by ...
ABC 7 Chicago

Jazz Showcase keeps the beat as one of the oldest jazz club in Chicago

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Jazz Showcase is not only one of Chicago's oldest jazz clubs, but also one of the oldest active jazz clubs in the entire county. Founded in 1947 by Joe Segal, 94 - who was named ...
Hoodline

Chicago To Host UNESCO International Jazz Day 2026

Chicago will host UNESCO’s International Jazz Day April 30, led by Herbie Hancock and a global Lyric Opera livestream.
Axios on MSN

UNESCO brings global jazz party to Chicago this spring

For the first time, Chicago will host UNESCO's International Jazz Day — a global celebration of the art form that will spotlight the city's deep jazz roots on April 30. The big picture: International ...
Arizona Daily Star

Lucas Gillan: A hit in Chicago jazz scene

When Lucas Gillan sits down to play drums at a Chicago jazz club, his musical tracks might be a bit different from the person who sat there before him. Like most, he is a well-trained jazz musician ...
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Herbie Hancock, Jacob Collier, Dee Dee Bridgewater & More to Celebrate International Jazz Day 2026 in Chicago: Its ‘Vibrant Jazz Legacy Runs Deep'

Chicago has been chosen as the global host city for International Jazz Day 2026. In tandem with the event's 15th anniversary, a mix of concerts, educational programs and community events will be ...
WBEZ

Meet Chicago’s next generation of jazz musicians — and find out where to catch them

Micah Collier, Frank Morrison and Lily Finnegan are asserting themselves as new bandleaders, composers and teachers with a fresh perspective. Catch them at the Englewood Jazz Festival or Hyde Park ...
NBC Chicago

Chicago building home to iconic jazz club up for sale

A building in Uptown famous for being home to the iconic jazz spot, the Green Mill, has been put up for sale. A real estate listing went live on Tuesday for the property that was once Al Capone’s ...
Chicago Sun-Times

Jazz festival season is here, with a diversity of styles and Chicago milestones: What to see in 2025

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Chicago favorites and jazz greats set to perform at Chicago Jazz Festival 2025

The Chicago Jazz Festival makes its annual return this summer with performances from Chicago jazz favorites and nationally renowned performers. A Labor Day tradition in the city, the free festival ...
Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago is a jazz city, but where are the jazz radio stations?

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