Category: Music

  • Latin Music Month™ Conference

    Latin Music Month™ Conference

    Join us for the second annual Latin Music Month™ Conference, a cultural initiative dedicated to celebrating the richness and global influence of Latin music and culture. Building on the momentum of a successful inaugural year, this flagship event brings together leading artists, executives, creators, entrepreneurs, and industry visionaries for an unforgettable experience that educates, connects,…

  • Raiford Rogers: The Architect of Los Angeles Dance

    Raiford Rogers: The Architect of Los Angeles Dance

    In this special episode, we dive into the creative process of internationally acclaimed, Los Angeles–based choreographer Raiford Rogers, who has been a central force in Los Angeles dance since the early 1990s. A two-time recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Choreographer Fellowship, Raiford has created numerous ballets with prominent musicians around the globe.…

  • Drum Tao

    Drum Tao

    Past Event This event took place on March 28, 2026. DRUM TAO explodes on stage with a captivating performance full of flash and fire! Renowned for powerful and athletic drumming, their newest show, The Best, blends traditional “wadaiko” (Japanese Drums) with modern energy and theatrical flair. Seen by 10 million spectators across the globe, DRUM…

  • Chiquis

    Chiquis

    Past Event This event took place on March 7, 2026. Three-time Latin GRAMMY® Award–winning singer, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Chiquis returns to the stage with a one-of-a-kind performance that transcends the traditional concert experience. This immersive evening is a full sensory journey, blending music and storytelling. Joined by her new Honey Soul Band, Chiquis performs…

  • Jazz at Lincoln Center

    Jazz at Lincoln Center

    Past Event This event took place on February 13, 2026. Soak in the sounds of the velvety melodies and smoky rhythms of quintessential crooners such as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Bobby Darin when the golden age of jazz returns with Great American Crooners! A dazzling night of swoon-worthy hits and sentimental serenades await when…

  • Gladys Knight

    Gladys Knight

    Past Event This event took place on December 12, 2025. An extraordinary evening with the one and only Gladys Knight! Known around the world as the “Empress of Soul,” Knight has captivated audiences for over six decades with her rich vocals, heartfelt delivery, and timeless hits. From her early days fronting Gladys Knight & The Pips…

  • Grandeza Mexicana

    Grandeza Mexicana

    Past Event This event took place on November 29, 2025. Celebrate the warmth and joy of Mexico’s holiday traditions with Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company. Joined by  Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles and the Cencamatl Choir, this beloved seasonal performance captures the spirit of Mexican culture through dazzling costumes, vibrant dance, and live music. Grandeza…

  • Montse Cortés

    Montse Cortés

    Celebrate the art of flamenco in this special episode honoring one of Spain’s most profound cultural traditions – featuring Montse Cortés, whose artistry and emotional depth have made her an essential figure in the art form. Filmed on location at Madrid’s historic Teatro Magno, Cortés delivers a performance that blends the raw passion, rhythmic intensity,…

  • Latin Music Month™

    Latin Music Month™

    Past Event This event took place on August 16, 2025. Join us for the inaugural Latin Music Month™ Conference, a cultural initiative dedicated to celebrating the richness and global influence of Latin music and culture. This flagship event brings together leading artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, and industry visionaries for an unforgettable experience that educates, connects, and inspires.…

  • Aída Cuevas

    Aída Cuevas

    Past Event This event took place on September 28, 2025. A landmark performance by one of Mexico’s most enduring and influential musical voices: Aída Cuevas, the unrivaled Queen of Ranchera Music, brings her celebrated artistry to The Luckman. Recognized as one of the most powerful and emotive voices in Mexican music, Cuevas presents a sweeping…

  • La Santa Cecilia

    La Santa Cecilia

    Past Events This event took place on Saturday, September 13 & Sunday, September 14. La Santa Cecilia is a genre-defying ensemble that masterfully blends Latin rock with a rich tapestry of world music influences, drawing from cumbia, bossa nova, bolero, jazz, ranchera, and more. Named after the patron saint of music, the GRAMMY®-winning band embodies…

  • New Orleans Songbook

    New Orleans Songbook

    Past Event This event took place on February 1, 2025. Jazz at Lincoln Center brings the soul of New Orleans and the spirit of Mardi Gras to this amazing evening, celebrating the composers and inspired songs of the Crescent City, the historic epicenter of jazz. From Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong to Ellis Marsalis and…

  • The Kingdom Choir

    The Kingdom Choir

    Past Event This event took place on November 16, 2024. London’s The Kingdom Choir first attracted the world’s attention when they performed their show-stopping performance of Stand By Me in front of a worldwide television audience of over two billion at the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in May 2018. Since then,…

  • Michael Feinstein

    Michael Feinstein

    Past Event This event took place on October 4, 2024. Michael Feinstein brings to life Big Band Celebrations and the Tony Bennett legacy. Supported by the Carnegie Hall Ensemble and the Luckman Jazz Orchestra, Feinstein pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, bringing his iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound.…

  • María José Llergo

    María José Llergo

    https://theluckman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MJL-1080-with-subtitles.mov Andalucian singer and composer María José Llergo’s voice captivates with its evocative beauty, emotional depth, and powerful authenticity. She delivers powerful performances that blend traditional flamenco with contemporary influences. Her ability to convey raw emotion through her singing and stage presence draws the audience into her world, making each moment feel both intimate and…

  • Jenny and the Mexicats

    Jenny and the Mexicats

    Past Event This event took place on September 21, 2024. Known for breaking down borders with their musical ingenuity, Jenny and the Mexicats, previously known as Pachucos y la Princesa, is a multicultural band composed of trumpeter and singer Jenny Ball, Spanish percussionist David González Bernardos, and Mexican string players Pantera (Alfonso Acosta) on guitar and…

  • Esperanza Spalding

    Esperanza Spalding

    Past Event This event took place on August 1, 2024. Emphasizing the simplicity and intimacy of her voice, bass, and songs, in this special configuration of 2 musicians and 2 dancers, Esperanza performs songs from all 8 of her previous albums, songs from current releases, plus a special preview of her forthcoming project. Esperanza Spalding (a.k.a.…

  • Sérgio Mendes

    Sérgio Mendes

    Academy Award®-nominated and three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning musician Sérgio Mendes reflects on his illustrious career, the birth of bossa nova, and its impact on music and Brazil’s culture. He discusses his pioneering contributions in taking Brazilian music to the global stage, the era-defining Latin-pop sound of his iconic group Brasil ’66, his scintillating collaborations with other musical…

  • Madeleine Peyroux

    Madeleine Peyroux

    https://vimeo.com/960587023?share=copy Acclaimed jazz singer-songwriter Madeleine Peyroux is one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary jazz. Renowned for her soulful interpretations of jazz standards, heartfelt original compositions, and a sultry vocal style that seamlessly blends jazz, blues, folk, and pop, she crafts a sound that is both timeless and uniquely her own. In this episode,…

  • Paula Cole

    Paula Cole

    Past Event This event took place on April 26, 2024. GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Paula Cole makes her Luckman debut as part of her 2024 tour in support of her new album, Lo, her first album of original compositions in five years. An evening showcasing tracks from the acclaimed new release as well as…