Gary Bartz Tickets

Gary Bartz is a towering figure in modern jazz, celebrated for his expressive alto and soprano saxophone work, expansive discography, and influential teaching. Named a 2024 NEA Jazz Master, Bartz has shaped generations of players through performance, recording, and his longtime role as Professor of Jazz Saxophone at Oberlin College since 2001. He leads OYO Records, releasing new music like the forthcoming The Eternal Tenure of Sound: DAMAGE CONTROL in 2025, while continuing to perform with his signature sound on stages around the world.

Whether you’re a longtime admirer or new to his music, this page offers a concise portrait of Bartz’s career, essential recordings, and upcoming opportunities to hear him live. We’ve got you covered for secure, straightforward ticket access to his performances across North America and beyond.

Biography, discography highlights, and current touring activity showcase Gary Bartz’s enduring influence in jazz. With a career spanning decades, Bartz’s collaborations have earned him two Grammy Awards (Best Latin Jazz Performance for Habana with Roy Hargrove's Crisol; Best Jazz Instrumental Album, Individual or Group for Illuminations with McCoy Tyner). As an educator, he shares his deep knowledge of jazz language and improvisation with Oberlin College students while continuing to release music on OYO Records. Plan your visit to see him perform in Rochester, Chicago, Seattle, or Melbourne as part of his 2025 tour.

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