Jon Batiste

Jon Batiste Brings a Genre-Defying Live Experience to the Stage

Few contemporary musicians move as effortlessly between musical traditions as Jon Batiste, and audiences will have the opportunity to experience his extraordinary artistry during Jon Batiste Live on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the show beginning at 8:00 PM, setting the stage for an evening led by one of the most celebrated and versatile artists working today.

An eight-time GRAMMY winner, Academy Award winner, and Emmy Award-winning singer, songwriter, composer, and pianist, Batiste has built a career around musical curiosity and cultural connection. His performances draw from a remarkable range of influences, including gospel, soul, blues, jazz, folk, classical music, and rock & roll. Rather than staying within one genre, he uses those traditions as building blocks for music that feels deeply rooted while remaining adventurous and contemporary.

The concert arrives during an exciting period for Batiste, following the release of his latest studio album, BIG MONEY. Rooted in American musical traditions, the album brings together gospel, soul, blues, folk, and rock & roll while featuring collaborations with artists and producers including No I.D., Randy Newman, and Andra Day. The project earned three nominations at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards and won Best Americana Album, further highlighting Batiste’s ability to connect different musical worlds.

Fans may also recognize the depth of his work from Beethoven Blues (Batiste Piano Series, Vol. 1), his 2024 solo piano project that reimagines some of Beethoven’s most iconic compositions. The album spent nine weeks atop Billboard’s Classical Albums chart, demonstrating the breadth of Batiste’s appeal.

His career extends far beyond the concert stage. Batiste composed music for Pixar’s Soul, earning the Academy Award for Best Original Score alongside Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, and later contributed the score for the 2024 film Saturday Night. He also served as bandleader and musical director of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert from 2015 to 2022.

With his exceptional musicianship, expressive piano playing, and commitment to bringing people together through music, Jon Batiste Live promises an uplifting and dynamic night. On October 3, audiences can expect a performance that celebrates American musical traditions while pushing them into new territory.