Sant Andreu's young players swing with a maturity that has astonished jazz audiences worldwide — their YouTube performances draw millions of views, and the band functions as a finishing school for Europe's next jazz stars. Pairing them with a JLCO principal in the club Wynton built, with Central Park glowing behind the stage, is a genuinely special booking. If you want jazz that radiates joy rather than reverence, this is the weekend's happiest ticket.
What to expect
Classic swing-era repertoire — including a set of Ellington — played by teenage-to-twenties musicians of startling fluency, with Nedzela anchoring the reeds. Three Sunday sets mean flexible timing; the supper-club format includes food and drink service. Expect proud-parent warmth in the room and virtuosity on the stand.
Good to know
- A/B/C/D/1 to 59 St-Columbus Circle, 5th floor of Deutsche Bank Center
- Three separate sets — pick the time that fits your Sunday
- Supper-club seating with food and drink minimums
- The Ellingtoniana set is the connoisseur's pick
- Window tables overlooking the park go earliest
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Common questions
What is the Sant Andreu Jazz Band?
A famed Barcelona youth ensemble whose swing-era mastery launched careers like Andrea Motis's — a European jazz-education phenomenon.
Which set should I choose?
The early set suits families; the Ellington-focused program is the one for repertoire lovers — check listings for each set's theme.
