Terence Blanchard & Ravi Coltrane | Miles Davis & John Coltrane Celebration, Th 02.07.2026, Gent Jazz Gent

Terence Blanchard & Ravi Coltrane | Miles Davis & John Coltrane Celebration (1926 - 2026)

2026 marks the centennial of the birth of Miles Davis and John Coltrane, two visionary architects of modern jazz. To celebrate their enduring legacies, two of today’s most innovative and influential bandleaders - Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane - will join forces for a series of exceptional concerts.

Blanchard and Coltrane, who share a deep connection with the spirit and lineage of these jazz icons, embody the very essence of creativity, futurism, transcendence, freedom - and the timeless "birth of the cool” that defined the artistry of these jazz titans.

Instead of a nostalgic reenactment, this centennial tribute is a bold reimagining, with each concert becoming a living, breathing experience: rooted in the legacy of Davis and Coltrane while always anchored in the present moment. True to the essence of jazz, these performances will embrace improvisation, invention, and emotional intensity, ensuring that the experience at Gent Jazz will be unique and unrepeatable. A powerful celebration of heritage, transmission… and the future of jazz!

Line-up 

• Terence Blanchard Trumpet
• Ravi Coltrane Sax
• Julian Pollack Keyboards
• Charles Altura Guitar
• Oscar Seaton Drums
• David "DJ” Ginyard Bass

For fans of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Branford Marsalis, Jon Batiste, Kamasi Washington, Herbie Hancock, Joshua Redman, and Fred Hersch.