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Onstage company
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Founded in 2002, the Symphonic Jazz Orchestra (SJO) is a 68-member ensemble that blends jazz spontaneity with classical depth. Renowned for inventive collaborations and expansive performances, SJO has established a distinctive voice in contemporary American jazz where symphonic textures meet intimate improvisation. Below you’ll find a concise biography, key discography highlights, and upcoming tour dates to help you secure your seats with confidence.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
As a cornerstone of arts education, SJO received a 2023 NEA Grant to support innovative arts projects and ongoing Music in the Schools outreach. In 2024, they celebrated Meg Okura as the George Duke Commissioning Prize winner, a testament to the ensemble’s commitment to new music and cross-genre exploration. For fans planning to see them live, the 2025 schedule includes dates at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach, with notable engagements featuring Terri Lyne Carrington and Meg Okura's new commission. Follow SJO on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content: Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube via the SJO/SJOmusic channels. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube.
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The records
As a cornerstone of arts education, SJO received a 2023 NEA Grant to support innovative arts projects and ongoing Music in the Schools outreach. In 2024, they celebrated Meg Okura as the George Duke Commissioning Prize winner, a testament to the ensemble’s commitment to new music and cross-genre exploration. For fans planning to see them live, the 2025 schedule includes dates at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach, with notable engagements featuring Terri Lyne Carrington and Meg Okura's new commission. Follow SJO on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content: Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube via the SJO/SJOmusic channels. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube.
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