The "Symphonic Jazz Orchestra Salutes Maurice White" concert has grown in its scope. The project originally began with a concert featuring the premiere of a newly commissioned work by Maurice White, founder of Earth, Wind & Fire. A documentary followed chronicling Mr. White and writing partner Bill Meyers creating the new work for the SJO. The documentary has since expanded to include interviews with leading musicians and historians from around the world.

   The special concert will include performances by SJO Co-Music Director George Duke, Ramsey Lewis and other special guests. Joining the SJO will be Earth, Wind & Fire, performing for the first time with an orchestra, in new arrangements of classic Maurice White penned tunes.