It's the Holiday Season - The Jazz Loft @ Southampton
Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | 7:00 pm
The Avram is proud to present Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s Nutcracker Suite, one of the most beloved and frequently performed jazz reinterpretations of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic.
A treasured annual tradition, this festive concert features The Jazz Loft’s 17 piece Big Band, led by Tom Manuel, bringing Ellington and Strayhorn’s brilliant arrangements to life with elegance, swing, and orchestral color. Familiar melodies are transformed through rich harmonies, infectious rhythms, and the unmistakable sophistication of jazz’s greatest composer collaborators.
The second half of the evening adds even more holiday sparkle as the illustrious Champian Fulton takes the stage on vocals and piano, performing an array of classic seasonal favorites. Warm, swinging, and full of charm, her performances capture the joy and intimacy of the holidays while keeping the music fresh and inviting.
Celebratory, stylish, and perfect for all ages, this concert blends jazz tradition with seasonal magic, an unforgettable way to welcome the holidays at The Avram.
The Avram is proud to present Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s Nutcracker Suite, one of the most beloved and frequently performed jazz reinterpretations of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic.
A treasured annual tradition, this festive concert features The Jazz Loft’s 17 piece Big Band, led by Tom Manuel, bringing Ellington and Strayhorn’s brilliant arrangements to life with elegance, swing, and orchestral color. Familiar melodies are transformed through rich harmonies, infectious rhythms, and the unmistakable sophistication of jazz’s greatest composer collaborators.
The second half of the evening adds even more holiday sparkle as the illustrious Champian Fulton takes the stage on vocals and piano, performing an array of classic seasonal favorites. Warm, swinging, and full of charm, her performances capture the joy and intimacy of the holidays while keeping the music fresh and inviting.
Celebratory, stylish, and perfect for all ages, this concert blends jazz tradition with seasonal magic, an unforgettable way to welcome the holidays at The Avram.