Harper Jazz Ensemble & Guest Artist Markus Howell Live at FSC
Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
Fulton Street Collective, 1821 West Hubbard Street, #suite 307, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States · Addison, IL
About this event
Join the Harper College Jazz Ensemble for an exciting evening of big band jazz featuring Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Markus Howell as part of the inaugural Harper College Jazz Tour. The ensemble will feature 23 musicians, including 6 saxophones, 5 trombones, 5 trumpets, and 7 rhythm section musicians, bringing together the powerful sound and tradition of the modern jazz orchestra. The Music With Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Markus Howell joining the ensemble, the program will celebrate the rich tradition of the jazz big band while showcasing the energy of today’s jazz. The evening will feature music from the legendary libraries of Thad Jones, Count Basie, Frank Foster, Buddy Rich, and more, highlighting the swing, groove, precision, and improvisational spirit that define great big band jazz. Supporting the Future of Jazz All proceeds from the concert will support our guest artist and the Dorsey Legacy for Jazz Studies Fund. The fund helps provide financial support for jazz festivals, invitational events, student scholarships, guest artists, educational programs, and other opportunities that strengthen jazz education at Harper College. Come hear the Harper College Jazz Ensemble alongside one of today’s outstanding jazz artists — and help us build the future of jazz education at Harper while support live jazz music and our local venues 7pm Doors 7:30 Show All Ages FREE PARKING
Event details
- Date and time
- Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
- Venue
- Fulton Street Collective, 1821 West Hubbard Street, #suite 307, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States · Addison, IL
- Category
- Music
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 4, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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