Jon Batiste to Perform with Cleveland Orchestra

Eight-time Grammy winner to headline Blossom Music Festival concert

Apr. 7, 2026 at 5:16pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a grand piano's keys and ivories, rendered in dramatic, high-contrast studio lighting to capture the luxurious, tactile texture of the instrument.Jazz virtuoso Jon Batiste will bring his singular musical talents to the stage of the Blossom Music Center this August, performing alongside the acclaimed Cleveland Orchestra.Cleveland Today

The Cleveland Orchestra will perform with eight-time Grammy Award-winning artist Jon Batiste on Thursday, August 20 at Blossom Music Center as part of the 2026 Blossom Music Festival.

Why it matters

Jon Batiste's appearance with the renowned Cleveland Orchestra is a major coup for the Blossom Music Festival, which has struggled to attract top-tier talent in recent years. The collaboration between the acclaimed jazz musician and the classical ensemble is expected to draw a large and diverse audience to the outdoor venue.

The details

Batiste, who serves as the bandleader and musical director for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, will perform a mix of his own original compositions as well as jazz standards alongside the Cleveland Orchestra during the one-night-only concert event.

  • The performance will take place on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

The players

Jon Batiste

An eight-time Grammy Award-winning artist who serves as the bandleader and musical director for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

The Cleveland Orchestra

One of the most renowned classical music ensembles in the United States, based in Cleveland, Ohio.

Blossom Music Center

An outdoor concert venue located in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio that hosts the annual Blossom Music Festival.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to welcome Jon Batiste to the Blossom stage this summer. His unique blend of jazz, R&B, and classical influences will make for an unforgettable performance alongside our world-class orchestra.”

— André Gremillet, Managing Director, The Cleveland Orchestra

What’s next

Tickets for the Jon Batiste and Cleveland Orchestra performance at Blossom Music Center will go on sale to the general public on May 1, 2026.

The takeaway

The collaboration between acclaimed jazz artist Jon Batiste and the renowned Cleveland Orchestra is a major coup for the Blossom Music Festival, signaling its continued efforts to attract top-tier talent and provide unique musical experiences for Northeast Ohio audiences.