A Swingin' Affair: EJO Meets ESO part of Edmonton International Jazz Festival

Sun Jun 28 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:30 pm UTC-06:00

Winspear Centre | Edmonton

Edmonton Jazz Festival Society
Publisher/HostEdmonton Jazz Festival Society
A Swingin' Affair: EJO Meets ESO part of Edmonton International Jazz Festival
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In what is fast becoming a popular JazzFest tradition on the closing Sunday afternoon of the Festival, the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra returns to Edmonton's world-renowned concert hall in partnership with members of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra for a swingin’ afternoon of popular jazz standards and music from Canadian JUNO winning singer Caity Gyorgy’s new orchestral album, with conductors Kent Sangster and Mark Limacher.

Our marquee Festival show has been a hit for everyone who loves music. Combining the energy of jazz and the rich sound of live strings, it’s a celebration of music for the whole family. Enjoy some classic songs as Sing, Sing, Sing; In the Mood, and more.

This season we excited to be joined by Caity Gyorgy, (pronounced George) a three-time JUNO award-winning Canadian jazz singer. In addition to performing, Caity is an award-winning songwriter and composes music and lyrics in the style of the Great American Songbook. Caity will join the 30 + musicians on stage for a few classic jazz tunes and some from Caity Gyorgy with Strings: Arranged and Conducted by Mark Limacher.
Support for 2026 Edmonton International Jazz Festival is provided by presenting sponsor TD Bank Group.
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Winspear Centre, #4 Sir Winston Churchill Square,Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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