John Coltrane: An appreciation of the musician as composer

For the 100th anniversary of his birth, we take a look at the legendary improviser’s works as a composer of jazz standards.

Playlist: Blue Note Jazz Festival 2026

Our non-stop, two-day celebration with our partner Blue Note starts our 2026 season at the Hollywood Bowl! It's a party like no other featuring some of the best in jazz and more!

Playlist: 2026 KCRW Festival Highlights

Party all summer long with KCRW and the Hollywood Bowl via this new playlist featuring artists ranging from some of our most well-known icons to our favorite indie stars.

Takin’ Off: How Miles Davis Brought Herbie Hancock to the Cosmos

Bandmate, mentor, friend, inspiration—for Herbie, Miles changed everything

Playlist: Hollywood Bowl 2026: Jazz, Movie Music, Hip-Hop, Rock en Español, and More

Get ready for summer with our new playlist of highlights from our 2026 season, featuring sounds from around the world.

Playlist: Hollywood Bowl 2026: Classics and Contemporary Works

From the latest and greatest to timeless favorites, sample the many amazing works the orchestra will play this summer at the Bowl.