A SHOW FOR EVERYONE
The MEMO offers a dazzling variety of performances and events.
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Upcoming Shows
Jazz,
Longworth-Anderson Series,
Christian McBride & Ursa Major
February 15, 2026
Christian McBride is an 9-time Grammy-winning bassist, composer, and bandleader. He is the artistic director of the historic Newport Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), the TD James Moody Jazz Festival, and the National Jazz Museum in…
Jazz,
Jazz at the MEMO presents Mambo Madness – A Latin Jazz Experience
February 16, 2026
The Mambo Combo band gets you moving in…
Jazz,
Longworth-Anderson Series,
esperanza spalding
February 19, 2026
Born in 1984 in Portland, Oregon, esperanza spalding is an eaabibacliitoti* artist, trained and initiated in the North American (masculine) jazz lineage and tradition. Her work interweaves through various combinations of instrumental music, bass playing, improvisation, singing, composition, poetry, dance,…
Jazz,
Jazz at the MEMO presents Jordan Pollard Trio – The Music of Ahmad Jamal
February 23, 2026
The Jordan Pollard Trio has been cultivating the sound and space of Ahmad Jamal’s music over a period of years. This special program will survey the influential pianist’s compositions, arrangements he made famous and other hidden gems in his discography.
Jazz,
Jazz at the MEMO presents BATUCADA – Brazilian Street Party!
March 02, 2026
Batucada brings the authentic sound of Brazilian music direct from the streets of Rio de Janeiro. With a vibrant explosion of rhythm and energy, they ignite the stage with infectious grooves, soaring melodies, and dazzling percussion! Batucada, experience the soul of Samba, the…
Jazz,
Jazz at the MEMO presents “Way Down Yonder in New Orleans” with the Limehouse Ramblers
March 09, 2026
The sounds of the Crescent City come to life with Cincinnati’s premier traditional jazz band, the Limehouse Ramblers, who will take you on a Mardi Gras parade down Bourbon Street! Featuring Scott Belck (trumpet), Rick VanMatre (clarinet), Vaughn Wiester (trombone),…
Jazz,
Jazz at the MEMO presents The Phil DeGreg Trio Plays Bill Evans
March 16, 2026
Pianist Bill Evans was the earliest and strongest jazz influence on Phil DeGreg. The trio will present a night of Evans’ iconic compositions and some of the frequently recorded songs of his repertoire. Featuring Phil DeGreg (piano), Aaron Jacobs (bass),…
Jazz,
Jazz at the MEMO presents Ricky Nye – THE TWO SIDES OF KING RECORDS
March 23, 2026
The historic Cincinnati, OH based record label King Records released and fully embraced both rhythm & blues and country artists – this show will feature selections from both repertoires Bop those winter blues as Jazz at the Memo…
Jazz,
Jazz at the MEMO presents Once In A Lifetime – The Pure Imagination of Leslie Bricusse!
March 30, 2026
A quartet of Cincinnati’s finest jazz musicians has been assembled by drummer Carmon DeLeone, with Phil DeGreg -Piano, Aaron Jacobs – Bass, and Rich VanMatre – Saxes to present the amazing music and lyrics of the British musical genius –…
