As early summer arrives, three top-tier concerts are set to light up the National Centre for the Performing Arts and the Beijing Performing Arts Centre. Grammy-winning artists Kurt Elling, Joyce DiDonato, and Chris Botti will grace the stage with distinctive musical experiences for audiences in Beijing.

Midnight Rose 2026 by Kurt Elling

Date: May 24

Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts

As a two-time Grammy winner and 17-time nominee, Kurt Elling is widely regarded as one of the most influential jazz vocalists of our time. Known for his rich, magnetic voice and poetic, expressive style, Elling has become a defining figure in contemporary jazz vocals. At this concert, he will join forces with three accomplished jazz musicians to perform classics such as "Come Fly with Me" and "Nature Boy", delivering an immersive evening of jazz.

BPAC Jazz Live: Joyce DiDonato's "Jukebox" Jazz Night

Date: June 6

Venue: Concert Hall, Beijing Performing Arts Centre

With three Grammy Awards, 10 Grammy nominations, and the prestigious Laurence Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Opera, Joyce DiDonato is celebrated for her "24-karat" voice. The repertoire for this concert is drawn from her Grammy-winning album "Songplay", blending elegant Italian melodies with vibrant jazz rhythms in a program that bridges classical and modern styles. Joined by a lineup of outstanding musicians, DiDonato will guide audiences through an unforgettable evening of musical beauty.

Chris Botti in Concert

Date: June 10

Venue: Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts

Grammy-winning trumpet virtuoso Chris Botti has topped the Billboard jazz albums chart multiple times with his emotionally rich and elegantly restrained playing style. His music is known for conveying deep emotions through pure melodies. This concert will feature several Grammy-winning guest musicians who will perform jazz classics, original compositions, film soundtracks, and timeless classical pieces, creating a romantic summer evening through the expressive sound of the trumpet.

(Source: National Centre for the Performing Arts)