Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra - Big Band artist

Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra

Big Band Jazz Hard Bop Jazz Orchestra

About Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra

The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra was a New York-based big band co-led by trumpeter/composer Thad Jones and drummer Mel Lewis, founded in 1966. Known for their Monday night residency at the Village Vanguard, they blended hard bop with sophisticated arrangements, becoming one of the premier jazz orchestras of the era.

Festival Appearances

NN North Sea Jazz Festival

NN North Sea Jazz Festival

Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026 Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

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