Mingus Big Band

The Mingus Big Band presents only works by Charles Mingus, marking his centennial in 2022. Building on the legacy of the Mingus Dynasty septet formed after his death in 1979 and the Epitaph orchestra from 1989, Sue Mingus established this fourteen-piece ensemble to showcase fresh arrangements of Mingus compositions within a larger formation that he envisioned but could not always assemble during his lifetime. This dynamic structure fosters profound explorations and continuously evolving interpretations of Mingus Music while offering space for individual artistic expression. Featuring a rotating roster of seasoned and emerging musicians, the group is highly requested by festivals and distinguished venues globally. The band has twelve recorded albums to its name, seven Grammy nominations, and one win in 2011 with Live at Jazz Standard. A new album, The Charles Mingus Centennial Sessions, was released in October 2022 and received a Grammy nomination. A second volume is scheduled for release in 2024.