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For fans of jazz that transcends genre boundaries, Duke Ellington’s Sacred Concerts stand as a watershed achievement. From the premiere of the first Sacred Concert in 1965 to subsequent performances across the globe, Ellington himself called these works the most important thing he ever did. Here you’ll find a concise biography, key discography highlights, and upcoming tour information to help you secure your seats with confidence.

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Whether you’re in Seattle enjoying a modern celebration of Ellington’s sacred music with Earshot Jazz and the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, or planning a visit to see Come Sunday: The Sacred Works of Duke Ellington at Jazz at Lincoln Center in 2026, we’ve got you covered. Follow official channels for Duke Ellington and related organizations to stay in the loop with the latest updates and social posts.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Duke Ellington: The Sacred Concerts

  • Sacred Concerts overview: Concert of Sacred Music (1965), Second Sacred Concert (1968), Third Sacred Concert (1973).
  • First premiere: September 16, 1965 at Grace Cathedral, San Francisco; Second premiere: January 19, 1968 at Cathedral of St. John the Divine, NYC; Third premiere: October 24, 1973 at Westminster Abbey, London.
  • Ellington described these works as the 'most important thing I have ever done'.
  • In the Beginning God from the first Sacred Concert won a Grammy Award in 1967.
  • Sacred Concert albums (release order): Concert of Sacred Music (1966, RCA), Second Sacred Concert (1968, Prestige), Third Sacred Concert (1975, RCA).
  • Recent/ongoing performances include Seattle, WA (Town Hall Seattle) in December 2025 courtesy of Earshot Jazz and the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra.

The records

Duke Ellington: The Sacred Concerts Discography

  • Concert of Sacred Music
    1966 · RCA
  • Second Sacred Concert
    1968 · Prestige
  • Third Sacred Concert
    1975 · RCA

Whether you’re in Seattle enjoying a modern celebration of Ellington’s sacred music with Earshot Jazz and the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, or planning a visit to see Come Sunday: The Sacred Works of Duke Ellington at Jazz at Lincoln Center in 2026, we’ve got you covered. Follow official channels for Duke Ellington and related organizations to stay in the loop with the latest updates and social posts.

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