Shanghai Lincoln jazz center has special status and influence as the only annex of New York Lincoln jazz center in the world. The Century Department store where it is located is a landmark building in Shanghai. The design displays perfect merge between modern and traditional, by focusing on details and functions, to serve for jazz performances. Dominated by smooth curvilinear lines, the interior is warm and comfortable. The stage is open to city scape in the back, as a tribute to New York Lincoln Jazz Center's open stage with stunning views of the Central Park. The Shanghai Lincoln Jazz Center provides a high- quality music venue for artists and enthusiasts, promoting international exchange of jazz culture. At the same time, as a government-funded performance center, it is also actively promoting teaching and training of children who are interested in jazz.