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Join us for a tribute to Dizzy Gillespie, one of jazz's most influential figures. Born John Birks Gillespie on October 21, 1917, Gillespie helped invent bebop and expanded Afro-Cuban jazz influences. His enduring impact is celebrated through centennial tributes and contemporary performances that bring together master musicians from around the world. This performer page highlights a biography, notable discography, and upcoming tour information for the Dizzy Gillespie Centennial Celebration, with venues and events spanning major jazz hubs.

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Gillespie's legacy includes a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award (1989) and Kennedy Center Honors (1990). Today, tributes like Jon Faddis and All-Star ensembles keep his spirit alive for new audiences. For fans in the city, secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss ticket process. We’ve got you covered with reliable, helpful access to performances, social channels, and official estate resources.

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Quick Facts About Dizzy Gillespie Centennial Celebration

  • Dizzy Gillespie (John Birks Gillespie) was born October 21, 1917, and died January 6, 1993; he helped invent bebop and expand Afro‑Cuban jazz influences. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Dizzy-Gillespie?utm_source=openai))
  • Major centennial events occurred in 2017, including Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy Gillespie Festival and a Kennedy Center Celebrating Dizzy Gillespie concert in Washington, D.C. ([press.jazz.org](https://press.jazz.org/press/2016/12/jazz-at-lincoln-center-celebrates-dizzy-gillespie-centennial-the-dizzy-gillespie-festival-january-26-29-2017/?utm_source=openai))
  • In 2025, Gillespie tributes include SFJAZZ’s Celebrating Dizzy Gillespie with Jon Faddis (March 26, 2025, Miner Auditorium) and Blue Note NYC’s Dizzy Gillespie All‑Star Big Band engagements (Aug 19–24, 2025; additional dates Nov 24, 2025). ([sfjazz.org](https://www.sfjazz.org/tickets/productions/24-25/celebrating-dizzy-gillespie-jon-faddis-quartet/?utm_source=openai))
  • Official information on the Gillespie estate and booking is available at Dizzy Gillespie’s site and related pages (estate contacts and touring information). ([dizzygillespie.org](https://dizzygillespie.org/contacts/?utm_source=openai))
  • Award milestones include a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award (1989) and the Kennedy Center Honors (1990) for Gillespie’s contributions to jazz. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Gillespie?utm_source=openai))
  • Gillespie’s late‑career discography includes Telarc live sets from 1992 (To Bird with Love, To Diz with Love, Bird Songs: The Final Recordings) and collaborations such as Max Roach & Dizzy Paris (1989) and Back on the Block (Quincy Jones, 1989). ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/To_Bird_with_Love?utm_source=openai))

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Dizzy Gillespie Centennial Celebration Discography

  • To Bird with Love (Live At The Blue Note, New York City, NY / January 23–25, 1992)
    1992 · Telarc
  • To Diz with Love (Live At The Blue Note, New York City, NY / January 29–31 and February 1–2, 1992)
    1992 · Telarc
  • Bird Songs: The Final Recordings
    1992 · Telarc
  • Max + Dizzy: Paris 1989
    1990 · A&M
  • Back on the Block
    1989 · Qwest
  • The Paris All Stars Homage to Charlie Parker
    1989 · A&M
  • Rhythmstick
    1990 · CTI
  • Dizzy Gillespie Meets The Phil Woods Quintet
    1987 · Timeless
  • Show Time
    1988 · Fantasy
  • New Faces
    1985 · GRP
  • Gillespie En Vivo
    1985 · Areito
  • Gillespie En Vivo (second Areito title)
    1985 · Areito
  • Dizzy Goes Hollywood
    1964 · Philips
  • New Wave!
    1963 · Philips
  • Dizzy on the French Riviera
    1962 · Philips
  • Dizzy and Getz
    1955 · Verve
  • Dizzy Gillespie and the Double Six of Paris
    1964 · Philips
  • Dizzy's Party
    1977 · Pablo
  • Free Ride
    1977 · Pablo
  • Bahiana
    1976 · Pablo

The hits

Top Dizzy Gillespie Centennial Celebration Songs

  • Salt Peanuts
    1945 · N/A
  • Manteca / Cool Breeze
    1948 · N/A

Gillespie's legacy includes a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award (1989) and Kennedy Center Honors (1990). Today, tributes like Jon Faddis and All-Star ensembles keep his spirit alive for new audiences. For fans in the city, secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss ticket process. We’ve got you covered with reliable, helpful access to performances, social channels, and official estate resources.

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