Duke University Jazz Ensemble with special guest Scotty Barnhart (trumpet)

Get ready for a powerhouse night of swing, sophistication, and electrifying jazz as the Duke University Jazz Ensemble shares the stage with world-renowned trumpeter, composer, arranger, and educator Scotty Barnhart-a two-time Grammy Award winner and one of the leading voices in jazz trumpet today.

Barnhart, celebrated for his "singing, silvery tone" and his effortless command of both classic and contemporary jazz styles, has been a principal force in the legendary Count Basie Orchestra for over three decades, now serving as its director. His career reads like a tour through jazz royalty: performances with Tony Bennett, Diana Krall, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Quincy Jones, Wynton Marsalis, Clark Terry, and Frank Sinatra speak to his extraordinary versatility and artistic stature.

His acclaimed solo album, Say It Plain, which soared to No. 3 on the Jazz Charts, showcases his brilliance as a bandleader and features an all-star lineup of jazz luminaries. Barnhart is also the author of The World of Jazz Trumpet, the definitive historical and technical guide to the instrument-cementing his influence not only as a performer but also as a scholar and educator who inspires the next generation of musicians.

Performing alongside Duke's own vibrant Jazz Ensemble, Barnhart brings unmatched virtuosity, charisma, and deep-rooted swing to Baldwin Auditorium. Expect an evening of bold improvisation, Basie-inspired drive, and the joyful spontaneity that defines great American jazz. This is a rare opportunity to hear one of today's preeminent jazz trumpeters up close in an acoustically stunning hall.

Tickets on sale at tickets.duke.edu.

General Admission: $10
Seniors (65+): $5
Duke Students: Free (one per person)