Sophisticated Improvisation and Dynamic Jazz in the Central West End

Anita Jackson and a jazz ensemble performing for a seated audience at the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries.

Step inside our intimate gallery for an extraordinary journey where genre lines completely dissolve. This WCHOF Music Series concert showcases the exceptional talent of The Adam Maness Trio for an evening of contemporary jazz, sophisticated improvisation, and reimagined pop classics. Led by celebrated composer Adam Maness alongside bassist Bob DeBoo and drummer Kaleb Kirby, the ensemble bridges musical worlds with remarkable chemistry and dynamic interplay. The trio performs everything from Duke Ellington to Billie Eilish inside the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries. This event transforms our world-class museum into a sanctuary of sound, where the rigorous strategy of the chessboard meets the profound emotional experience of live chamber swing.

Deepen Your Experience

The Adam Maness Trio showcases its signature blend of sophisticated improvisation, inventive arrangements, and reimagined, genre-blending classics. Led by composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist Adam Maness, alongside two of the region's most in-demand musicians, bassist Bob DeBoo and drummer Kaleb Kirby, the prolific ensemble bridges musical worlds with remarkable chemistry and dynamic interplay. From Ellington to Eilish, every performance transforms familiar songs into fresh musical conversations, celebrating both the rich traditions of jazz and the boundless possibilities of contemporary music.

To learn more, explore the official Instagram of Adam Maness, and the websites of WCHOF Contemporary Music Director Brian Owens, and Contemporary Artist-in-Residence Malena Smith. View our full WCHOF Music Series season lineup, or become a member to enjoy exclusive discounts on upcoming performances and museum events.

Event Details

Seating is extremely limited for this intimate performance held inside our gallery, offering a rare, up-close listening experience.

  • Full Evening Schedule:
    • 5:30 PM: Doors Open (Cash bar available)
    • 6:00 PM: Artist Talk with Adam Maness, Bob DeBoo, and Kaleb Kirby
    • 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Concert Performance
  • Tickets: $25 general admission. Discounted admission is $20 for WCHOF members, seniors age 60 or older, active or retired U.S. military, and currently enrolled students. If you already have a 2027 Music Series season pass, select SEASON PASS – $0 for each guest it covers. Each ticket includes one complimentary drink ticket.

Accessibility

The World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries is fully ADA accessible.

Parking Information

  • Metered street parking available along Maryland Avenue and neighboring streets. Meters are enforced Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM with a 2-hour limit;

Parking Garages and Lots

  • Argyle Garage: Located at 225 N Euclid Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108 (adjacent to the Schlafly Branch of the Saint Louis Public Library). Open 24 hours.
  • Park Plaza Parking Garage: Located at 46 Maryland Plaza, Saint Louis, MO 63108. Open 24 hours.
  • 435 N. Euclid Lot: A surface lot located at 435 N Euclid Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108.
  • Nine North Parking Garage: Located at 9N S Euclid Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108.

Can’t make it to the concert? Be sure to watch the livestream on the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries’ YouTube channel.