Samara Joy Tickets
Ravinia Pavilion | Highland Park, Illinois
The newest jazz obsession Samara Joy is touring the world. And guess what?! She’s making her way to the jazz hotspot AKA The Pavilion at Ravinia. This event is not to be missed. Circle your calendars for Sunday 25th August 2024 right now! Samara Joy hasn’t only won over the hearts of fans like Anita Baker and Regina King but appeared on the legendary TODAY Show. With millions of likes on TikTok, the Boston native is recognized as the first Gen Z jazz singing star. With stunning hits like “Everything Happens To Me,” “Can’t Get Out Of This Mood,” and “Sweet Pumpkin,” she is introducing a new generation of listeners to classical music several times older than she is through her timeless sound. What are you waiting for?! Secure your places now and join Samara Joy for the jazz concert of the year this summer!
Samara Joy burst onto the scene with her stunning Verve Records debut, Linger Awhile. Hailed as the “next mononymous jazz singing sensation recorded by the venerable label,” her voice is so amazing that it’s already won over the hearts of fans like Anita Baker and Regina King, guest appearances on the TODAY Show, as well as millions of likes on TikTok. Recognized as the first Gen Z jazz singing star, Samara Joy introduces a new generation of listeners to classical music several times older than she is through her timeless, stunning sound.
Where did it all begin for this jazz phenomenon, you ask? Samara Joy treasures her musical heritage. Her grandparents Elder Goldwire and Ruth McLendon both performed alongside the amazing Philadelphia gospel group the Savettes, while her father is an iconic singer, songwriter and producer who toured with the renowned gospel artist Andraé Crouch. You could say music is in her soul! Following in the footsteps of her family, Samara Joy started singing in church and then with the jazz group at Fordham High School for the Arts. Her talent was so incredible that she clinched the Best Vocalist Award at JALC’s Essentially Ellington competition, leading the star to enrol in SUNY Purchase’s jazz studies program… and the rest is history!
From humble beginnings to becoming a worldwide phenomenon, Samara Joy continues to wow audiences and critics alike. This year, she’s taking her unique jazz vocals around the globe on a much anticipated trek. Like any world class jazz performer, Samara Joy will be taking to the legendary Pavilion at Ravinia. Located in the beautiful Highland Park in Illinois, this outdoor music venue has been impressing audiences since 1905. With a rich heritage, picturesque surroundings, and top notch acoustics, it’s no wonder the Chicago Tribune celebrates its "musical entertainment so satisfying in quality and so delightful in environment.” The Pavilion at Ravinia isn’t only the summer home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra but sets the stage for the industry’s finest artists every year! With Samara Joy taking to the stage, the Pavilion at Ravinia is absolutely the place to be this summer! Don’t miss out - book your tickets now!