Jiggs Whigham Tickets

Jiggs Whigham, born Oliver Haydn Whigham III in Cleveland, Ohio, is a towering figure in modern big band jazz. He began professionally with the Glenn Miller/Ray McKinley orchestra at 17 and soon joined Stan Kenton, laying the groundwork for a career defined by leadership, collaborative artistry, and a global footprint in European jazz. Whigham co-founded the Berlin Jazz Orchestra in 2000 with Marc Secara and has since served as its musical director, shaping the sound of contemporary European big band jazz.

With a career spanning decades, Whigham has held influential roles, including musical director positions with the RIAS Big Band in Berlin and educational posts as a visiting tutor at the Royal Northern College of Music and associations with the BBC Big Band. His early international accolade, the Vienna Modern Jazz Competition 1st Prize in 1966, signaled a trajectory that would connect American jazz roots with European big band innovation.

Whigham’s discography includes distinguished recordings with the Berlin Jazz Orchestra, such as Songs of Berlin (2021) and Crosscurrents (2022), and his own projects like Jiggs’ Back in Town (Storyville Records, 2022). Notable live releases include Not So Standards (Live at Nighttown) with Whigham’s trio, captured in 2015 and issued by Azica Records. His work spans labels from MPS to Azica, with continual releases across the jazz world.

Fans and new listeners alike can expect engaging performances that blend tradition with contemporary big band energy. Secure your seats to experience Jiggs Whigham’s artistry—a cornerstone of modern jazz leadership and an ambassador for European jazz culture.

Upcoming tour dates feature Jiggs Whigham either with the Berlin Jazz Orchestra or in collaborative ensembles. Dates are announced as scheduled, with performances taking place at renowned venues across Europe and North America. For the most current schedule and ticket availability, check our listings and connect with us for a straightforward, no-fuss purchase process.

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