Caribbean Crossroads: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Saturday, February 28, 2026
8:00 PM
Jazz at Lincoln Center
10 Columbus Cir, New York, NY 10019
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About This Event
Live event at Jazz at Lincoln Center
About Caribbean Crossroads
“Caribbean Crossroads” at Jazz at Lincoln Center frames jazz as a meeting point for Caribbean rhythm, New York bandstand tradition, and orchestral precision. Bassist Carlos Henriquez and drummer Obed Calvaire lead the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra in a set that draws on Afro-Caribbean patterns and modern big-band writing, with saxophonist Godwin Louis among the featured voices. There is no specific NYC premiere history publicly established for this edition, but its significance is local: it documents how Caribbean musicians have shaped the city’s jazz language. One clear point emerges. The groove is treated as structure, not decoration.
About the Artists
Michael OlatujaAfrican Routes: Danilo Pérez
Michael Olatuja is a jazz vocalist and bassist whose work moves between American jazz traditions and African and Caribbean reference points. In New York City he has appeared at Jazz at Lincoln Center, including programs such as *Caribbean Crossroads* with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
Godwin Louis The JLCO with Wynton Marsalis
Godwin Louis is a saxophonist heard in the orbit of Jazz at Lincoln Center, including performances with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra under the direction of Wynton Marsalis. His work sits at the junction of modern jazz language and Caribbean-rooted rhythm, reflected in programs such as *Caribbean Crossroads* at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Caribbean Crossroads: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Caribbean Crossroads: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is a Jazz at Lincoln Center program that places the JLCO’s big-band sound in dialogue with Caribbean and Afro-diasporic currents. Presented at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City, the project draws on the orchestra’s deep repertory practice under Wynton Marsalis while featuring artists such as Michael Olatuja, Danilo Pérez, and Godwin Louis.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, a vibrant ensemble under the artistic leadership of Wynton Marsalis, stands as a cornerstone of New York City's jazz scene. Known for their dynamic performances at iconic venues like Jazz at Lincoln Center and 92NY, this group brings the rich tradition of big band jazz to life with a modern twist.
Michael Olatuja
Michael Olatuja is a Nigerian-born bassist and composer known for his contributions to jazz music and collaborations with various artists.
Danilo Pérez
Danilo Pérez is a masterful jazz pianist and composer whose vibrant performances have captivated audiences around the world. Known for his innovative and socially conscious creations, Pérez brings a rich blend of cultural influences to his work, often drawing from his Panamanian roots.