News Summary
This fall, San Diego will showcase a series of jazz concerts and festivals featuring both local and international talent. The annual San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival will be a highlight, with events from October 2-5 across multiple venues. Key performances include Grammy-winning artists and free concerts, ensuring a vibrant celebration of jazz music that appeals to diverse tastes and interests in the community.
San Diego to Host a Series of Jazz Concerts and Events This Fall
San Diego will be alive with the sounds of jazz this fall as it hosts a series of exciting concerts and festivals featuring both international stars and local talent. The highlight will be the annual San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival, running from October 2-5 at three venues spanning both sides of the border.
Notable Performances
This year’s festival promises a star-studded lineup of performances. Key events include:
- Endea Owens and her band, The Cookout, performing on September 27 at The JAI in La Jolla, with tickets priced at $55-$62.
- Samara Joy, the Grammy’s Best New Artist winner, performing on October 1 at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, with tickets at $73.50.
- Max Haymer dedicating his performance on October 5 at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center to Jewish jazz legends, with tickets costing $22-$24.
- Shunzo Ohno, whose life story inspired the film “Never Defeated,” performing on October 10 at Dizzy’s for $20 at the door.
- Bill Charlap performing jazz classics on October 11 at The JAI, with tickets priced between $75-$81.
- Makaya McCraven, an innovative drummer known for blending jazz and electronic music, will perform on October 18 at UC San Diego for $35.
- Christian McBride and Brad Mehldau will collaborate in concert on October 18 at Baker-Baum Concert Hall, with tickets ranging from $65-$130.
- Kris Davis will perform with her ensemble on October 29 at Athenaeum Music & Arts Library.
- Anthony Wilson, leading his Grammy-nominated nonet, performs on November 9 at the Scripps Research Institute Auditorium for $50-$55.
- Django Festival Allstars will perform with vocalist Veronica Swift on November 19 at the Scripps Research Institute Auditorium.
- A tribute to John Coltrane’s “Blue Train” featuring Gilbert Castellanos is set for November 29 at Jacobs Music Center, with tickets priced between $42-$96.
- Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O will perform on December 5 at Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, with tickets available for $50-$55.
Free Events and Special Performances
In addition to ticketed events, the jazz festival will feature free concerts showcasing dozens of musicians from various countries in downtown San Diego and Tijuana. These concerts cater to a wide array of musical tastes, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
Special events scheduled during the festival include:
- Dmitri Matheny performing at The Jazz Lounge on October 15.
- Jesse Davis’ birthday concert on October 20.
- Holly Hoffman will present her concert titled “Some of My Best Friends Are Guitar Players” on October 24 at La Jolla Community Center.
Diverse Lineup
The festival promises a diverse lineup that caters to fans of different jazz genres and interests. From renowned artists to local talents, the upcoming series of concerts and performances aims to highlight the rich jazz culture that thrives in San Diego.
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Additional Resources
- San Diego Union-Tribune: Jazz Greats and Rising Stars
- Wikipedia: Jazz Festival
- San Diego Union-Tribune: Concerts Fans Want to Catch
- Google Search: San Diego Jazz Concerts
- Times of San Diego: La Jolla Music Society Lineup
- Google Scholar: Jazz Music Festivals
- San Diego Union-Tribune: Mike Wofford Tribute
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Jazz Music
- Times of San Diego: Summer Concerts in San Diego
- Google News: San Diego Music Events
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