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Roy Hargrove Big Bad
2026 Edition
Concerts at Baruch Performing Arts Center

Roy Hargrove Big Band

The Roy Hargrove Big Band carries forward the legacy of the late, great Roy Hargrove – an iconic trumpeter whose genre-defying artistry earned him two Grammy Awards and global acclaim. Known for fusing hard bop with hip-hop, soul, and funk, Hargrove expanded the language of jazz for a new generation.

Originally formed for the Village Jazz Festival, his big band became a vital part of his expression, delivering performances full of swing, warmth, and masterful arrangements. Today, the Roy Hargrove Big Band continues to celebrate his indelible impact on modern music.

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