Welcome to our exploration of jazz musicians who ventured into symphonic work!
Duke Ellington was one of the grandmasters of jazz, who composed stunning symphonic pieces blending jazz with classical orchestration. Learn more
Known for his 'Rhapsody in Blue', Gershwin's work bridged the gap between jazz and classical. Learn more
Mary Lou Williams was a pioneer in jazz, and her moves into larger scale symphonic compositions were groundbreaking. Learn more