To celebrate contemporary jazz as well as bring a modern interpretation to beloved jazz tunes performed at its flagship hotel in New York in the 1930s and 1940s, Starwood’s luxury St. Regis brand launched the Jazz Legends at St. Regis series, offering intimate musical performances at properties around the world.

Throughout the Jazz Age, the rooftop ballroom at the iconic St. Regis New York hosted some of the finest jazz musicians, such as greats like Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Buddy Rich.

In honor of the brand’s connection to jazz, the Jazz Legends at St. Regis series offers guests, residents and the local community the opportunity to enjoy exclusive jazz performances by both celebrated musicians and emerging talent, curated together with Jazz at Lincoln Center.

“Jazz is an innate part of the St. Regis legacy, and it is exciting to see today’s global travelers passionate about the social and cultural tradition,” said Daphne Sipos, global brand director, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts. “With the launch of the Jazz Legends at St. Regis series, we are thrilled to entertain jazz aficionados and novices alike with innovate jazz programming, modern performances and beyond expectation experiences.”

The series formally launched with a performance by acclaimed jazz musician and singer-songwriter Jamie Cullum at The St. Regis Washington, D.C. Upcoming events include performances at The St. Regis Mexico City, The St. Regis Bangkok and The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort.

“Jazz is woven into the fabric of our culture, evolving throughout history: respecting tradition, but also reinterpreting it,” said Jamie Cullum. “I am honored to be a part of the Jazz Legends at St. Regis series and follow in the footsteps of some of the finest musicians that have played at St. Regis.

For more information on the 2015 Jazz Legends at St. Regis schedule and to purchase tickets to upcoming performances, visit www.stregis.com/jazz.

As part of the Starwood Preferred Guest Moments platform, jazz-loving members of the loyalty program have the chance to bid on the opportunity to meet Jamie Cullum before he performs. The highest bidding SPG member will receive an exclusive piano lesson with a guest or small group followed by access to a performance by Cullum and a room at the St. Regis.