Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents World on a String: Swinging Songs of Broadway

New National Tour Features Guest Vocalists Kate Kortum and David Marino

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS marks the fifth production in its acclaimed touring series with World on a String: Swinging Songs of Broadway, an all-new national tour celebrating the timeless music of The Great White Way through the lens of jazz. Featuring fresh arrangements of beloved songs from Hamilton, Wicked, South Pacific, West Side Story, and more, this captivating concert event brings together two rising stars – Kate Kortum and David Marino – for an unforgettable evening honoring the enduring connection between Broadway and America’s original art form.

The anticipated tour will kick-off in January of 2027 in Washington and make stops in more than 50 cities. See the full tour schedule and additional information at www.worldonastringtour.com.

Led by acclaimed guest vocalists Kortum and Marino, World on a String: Swinging Songs of Broadway reimagines iconic show tunes with sophisticated jazz arrangements, rich harmonies, and dynamic interpretations. From beloved classics to contemporary Broadway favorites, audiences will experience familiar songs in exciting new ways while celebrating the artistry, storytelling, and musical traditions that unite Broadway and jazz.

David Marino states, “To be doing this tour alongside incredible talent, like Kate Kortum and the fabulous musicians who will be joining us, is an immense honor and pleasure. This will be a fabulous show! I’m very excited to present new original jazz arrangements of our favorite Broadway tunes.”

Kate Kortum states, “I’m so excited to bring new arrangements of songs from some of my favorite shows across the country next year – and what a treat to get to share the stage with David and this most incredible band. We can’t wait to see you all!”

For over three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center has been a dedicated advocate for jazz, culture, and arts education worldwide. Under the leadership of Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center has expanded the reach of jazz from New York City to over 446 cities in more than 40 countries, fostering a deeper appreciation and love for this essential art form.

The JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS touring initiative provides an accessible way to bring world-class jazz programming to diverse communities, featuring up-and-coming musicians who have been recognized as rising stars by JALC. This initiative also furthers the mission of JALC “to entertain, enrich, and expand a global community for jazz through performance, education, and advocacy.”

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS concert tours are booked and managed by IMG Artists.

BIOS
KATE KORTUM (Vocals) Kate Kortum is a 23-year-old breakout jazz vocalist from Houston, TX. Kortum has a unique, warm sound that is unlike any else – she takes be-bop, blues, songbook, and musical theatre and combines it with captivating lyrics to make a unique experience for audiences searching for the newest jazz sound. She began her love for jazz and music at Houston’s legendary High School for the Performing and Visual Arts where she concentrated on her studies in flute and saxophone but ultimately fell in love with singing. Her debut album Good Woman, released in September 2023 on Bandstand Presents, garnered over one million streams just one month after release. The album, now at over 3.5 million streams, reimagines and takes back standards written by men from the perspective of women through imaginative arrangements and interpretations. Kortum is set to release her sophomore album Wild Woman, a sequel to Good Woman, in August of 2025. Kortum has collected an impressive number of accolades in her short career including numerous DownBeat Magazine Awards and National YoungArts awards. She has performed at many historic venues including the Newport Jazz Festival, SXSW Festival, Mezzrow, Dizzy’s, Blue Note, Birdland Jazz Club, and at Jazz At Lincoln Center with the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Kortum has worked with fine musicians like Cyrille Aimée, Sheila Jordan, Peter Bernstein, Benny Benack III, and Wynton Marsalis. Kortum received her undergraduate degree in jazz voice at the University of Miami and her masters degree from the Juilliard School.

DAVID MARINO (Vocals) Bistro Award winner David Marino is an internationally celebrated singer, who has performed at some of the most prestigious theatres and jazz clubs all around the world. Since debuting at the famous Birdland Jazz Club in 2024, and off the release of his EP, The Debut Sessions, David’s career has blown up. He has not only made himself a home at the legendary Birdland to glowing Broadway World reviews, but he is also touring the world performing solo shows at worldclass venues like Place des Arts in Montreal, and the Zalgiris Arena. David has also booked leading roles in hit musicals, including Les demoiselles de Rochefort, the first staged adaptation of an iconic French musical film, running in Paris for seven shows a week at the historic Lido Theatre, where music legends like Edith Piaf and Liza Minnelli have also stepped foot. Having done already over 150 shows, and under David’s lead in the famous role of Maxence, the show has been a hit, having already sold over 110,000 tickets, with incredible reviews. Also on the musical front, in 2025, David was part of a U.S production of Sweeney Todd at Opera Maine, playing the role of Toby to critical acclaim. David is now excited to be working on several upcoming projects, including leading a 2027 U.S. Tour titled “World on a String: Swinging the Songs of Broadway” produced by world class jazz organization, Jazz at Lincoln Center, with over 50 dates already confirmed.

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS: The JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS touring initiative provides an affordable opportunity to present great jazz programming, featuring up-and-coming musicians who have been identified as rising stars by JALC. The initiative also allows for expansion of the mission of JALC “to entertain, enrich and expand a global community for jazz through performance, education, and advocacy.” Approximately 150,000 students participate in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s education programs each year. “What is Jazz?”, from the renowned education department at JALC is being offered in conjunction with the tour. Please see more here: jazz.org

IMG ARTISTS: The performing arts are an essential part of the human experience. We at IMG Artists are proud to play our part within the cultural ecosystem and are dedicated to connecting artists, creators and organizations with new, emerging and loyal audiences. Artist, tour and project management relies on passionate, empathetic, insightful multi-skilled individuals who are dedicated to their work. For forty years, IMG Artists’ team has provided the expertise, direction and support needed to develop artistically, commercially and strategically successful careers for an illustrious roster of artists and projects across three continents. We encourage collaboration and innovation within the cultural industries and forge distinctive relationships and partnerships to craft and advance endeavors that benefit our artists and projects, but also audiences, partners and intra-industry colleagues around the world. In addition to supporting artistic talent, we are committed to the care and development of each member of the IMGA Team. The majority of our managers and senior team have been with the company since internships or first jobs or returned to the company after exploring other roles. We want to make sure that IMGA is a place where people are respected and encouraged, so that today’s assistant managers and interns are tomorrow’s leaders.

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