Glenn Wilson Tickets

Glenn Wilson is a distinguished American jazz performer best known for his expressive baritone saxophone and decades of leadership in jazz education. Born in 1954, Wilson has built a career that spans recording, stage performances, and academic leadership. He’s recognized for a sound that blends hard-swinging textures with melodic lyricism, delivering performances that resonate with both longtime jazz fans and new listeners. On stage and in the classroom, Wilson embodies the message that jazz is a living art form—one that thrives when curiosity leads the way and solid craft follows.

As a performer, Wilson is celebrated for his work as a bandleader and sideman in numerous ensembles, with a discography that includes impactful releases on Cadence Jazz, Sunnyside, Timeless, and Capri. His contributions extend beyond performance to education, where he shapes future generations of musicians as the Jazz Director at Illinois Wesleyan University and through his ongoing jazz-focused programming via Further Jazz. His career has earned recognition in the DownBeat Critics Poll and a notable collaboration that earned a gold record for Harbor Lights (Bruce Hornsby, 1993).

Upcoming Tour 2025: Glenn Wilson announces a September tour across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, featuring performances in libraries and intimate venues. Cities include Columbus, Pittsburgh, Falls Church, Greensboro, Nashville, and more. Each date stands alone, offering a focused, personal jazz experience with Wilson’s project and collaborators. For fans and new listeners alike, this is a chance to hear a master of the baritone saxophone in a live setting and to experience Wilson’s blend of smoky ballads, hard-swinging tunes, and thoughtful improvisation.

Booking and introductory information are available at glennandrory.com. For track previews and primary discography, check Glenn Wilson’s Bandcamp page. If you’re planning a visit to a venue or library in the region, secure your seats early—we’ve got you covered with straightforward, friendly ticket access.