Adventurous Jazz Since 1973
Celebrating American democracy through the power of jazz. Mandorla Music presents The Aardvark Jazz Orchestra in a wide-ranging celebration of America250. The band, led by founder and music director Mark Harvey, will perform music from the Revolutionary era to the present day, honoring freedom, diversity, Read More …
Summer is coming to an end. Mark your calendar now for the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra’s 54th annual Christmas concert. More details posted soon! Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 7:30 pmChurch of the Covenant67 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116Tickets: $20. Proceeds to benefit a worthy cause.
Joining the ranks of Buffalo Tom, Janeane Garofalo and moe this past fall at the Armory, POP Presents: Aardvark Jazz Orchestra – No Walls, Jazz Beyond Category, Music by Mark Harvey and Duke Ellington. Many Boston jazz fans looking for a night out with an Read More …
The Aardvark Jazz Orchestra celebrated the 125th anniversary of jazz icon Duke Ellington’s birthday (April 29, 1899) with a special concert presented by GBH and JazzBoston, part of their ongoing JazzNOW Series. Watch the full JazzNOW: Salute to Duke Ellington concert presented by the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra Read More …
The Piano Craft Gallery will be hosting an exhibit titled “Fly Away Home, in memory of Arni Cheatham”. The photography exhibit will be held from Dec. 20-31, 2023. An opening reception will take place Dec. 20, 6-8 PM. Visit the Piano Craft Gallery web page Read More …
50 Years of Improvisational Freedom in Jazz Founded in 1973, the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra is one of the longest running large jazz ensembles in the world. When asked to explain the band’s longevity, Mark Harvey observes, “Aardvark has been fortunate to have a stable and Read More …