WCHOF Music Series: The 442s
Wednesday, March 31, 2027
Doors 5:30 PM · Artist Talk 6:00 PM · Concert 7:00–8:00 PM
World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries · 4652 Maryland Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108
Dynamic Artistry and Saint Louis Roots
Step inside our intimate gallery for an extraordinary journey where genre lines completely dissolve. This WCHOF Music Series performance invites guests to encounter a captivating fusion of jazz, classical, folk, and pop, showcasing the brilliant acoustic sextet The 442s. Featuring members of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra partnering with the region's finest jazz musicians, the program highlights inventive original compositions and unexpected covers that defy category. The ensemble brings exceptional energy to our world-class museum. This concert transforms our sophisticated venue into a sanctuary of sound, where the complexity of the chessboard meets the architectural grandeur of classical refinement and modern swing.
Deepen Your Experience
Combining members of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra with some of the Saint Louis region’s finest jazz musicians, The 442s are a genre-defying acoustic sextet named for the modern standard tuning of 442 Hz. Formed in 2012 around the inventive compositions of multi-instrumentalist Adam Maness, the group features Shawn Weil (violin), Shannon Williams (viola), Bjorn Ranheim (cello), Bob DeBoo (bass), and Kaleb Kirby (drums). Blending virtuosic musicianship, group vocals, and fearless improvisation, The 442s blur the lines between jazz, classical, folk, and pop music.
To learn more, explore the official websites of The 442s, Contemporary Artist-in-Residence Malena Smith, and Music Director Brian Owens. We also invite you to 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 members of The 442s |
|---|
| 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.
- 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.
