Coltrane's 100th: A Philadelphia Jazz Legacy

A special concert, "Coltrane 100: Legacy," is set to honor jazz icon John Coltrane at the Highmark Mann Center for Performing Arts, celebrating what would have been his 100th birthday. This event aims to showcase his most famous compositions and underscore his profound influence on American music and culture. The Philadelphia Orchestra is scheduled to perform, joined by a special guest, John Coltrane's son, Ravi Coltrane, himself a renowned saxophonist. The concert provides a full-circle moment, acknowledging Coltrane's deep connection to Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood. It was here, as a teenager, that he developed his musical talent and drew inspiration, with his dedicated practice sessions becoming legendary. The house on 33rd street also marks a significant period where Coltrane underwent a spiritual rebirth in 1957, leading to his "Giant Steps" in composing.