Markus Rutz, His latest album, Many Moons, is both an expansion and a reflection of his career, but with a significant difference: this is the first one where he left the recording booth to someone else and was just a musician among others.

PHOTO BY CHRISTINE JEFFERS THURSDAY SEP 3 – CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER (Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Flr) 3:45 – 4:45 p.m. – What is This Thing Called Jazz This exclusive masterclass offers emerging musicians a rare opportunity to level up their careers and learn the business side of the industry. THURSDAY SEP 3 – PRITZKER PAVILION 6-6:15 p.m. - 2 Brown Sisters: Maggie and Africa Brown 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Joel Ross Good Vibes 7:45-9 p.m. - Dee Dee Bridgewater & Bill Charlap Duo FR