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Day 6!
First Night on
Wegmans Stage @ Parcel 5
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Construction was underway last night on the Wegmans Stage at Parcel 5 Stage.
Photo for RIJF by Tim Fuss
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Rochester, NY– June 26, 2024 – It's the last four days of the CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival 21st Edition. The Wegmans Stage at Parcel 5 opens tonight with headliner Sheila E. and the E Train in a free show at 9 PM. Grupo Ife opens at 7 PM. No tickets are required. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs. At Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, Laufey headlines in a sold-out show at 8 PM. Doors open at 7:15 PM.
A full lineup continues in the 12 Club Pass venues, and free shows will be presented at noon at the Central Library, in the Wegmans Pavilion, on the City of Rochester Jazz Street Stage presented by the Community Foundation, and at 6 PM in the Rochester Regional Health Big Tent. Also, today, David Cowles, RIJF poster artist, will sign this year's posters from 6-8 PM in the Merch Tent.
The Festival continues through Saturday, June 29.
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Watch! Video Recap of Tuesday June 24th! | |
Tonight! SHEILA E. and the E Train
Free! 9 PM Wegmans Stage @ Parcel 5
No Tickets Required!
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Guided by the forces of family, faith, and music, Sheila E. has made a name for herself as one of the most talented musical icons over the decades. With a fearless nature and a passion for sharing her gifts with others, Sheila truly follows the beat of her own drum. She touches the lives of so many with her dynamic music career at the heart of everything. Sheila’s eagerness to share her music, openness as an author, and fire for her ministry make her such a relatable, inspirational figure for people of all ages. Read more | |
Laufey Headlines @ Eastman Theatre
8 PM, Show is SOLD OUT!
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Raised between Reykjavík and Washington, DC, Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey (pron. / lay-vay / ) makes music that is the byproduct of rich cultural heritages and mixed musical influences. Inspired in part by her mother, a classical violinist, Laufey took up piano and cello early on. But it wasn't until deep-diving into her father's record collection, consisting of jazz artists Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday, that she launched into her musical journey. Read more | |
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Jazz Workshops Continue Today
For Music Students of All Ages! Free!
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Three more days of free jazz workshops sponsored by Wegmans! No registration is required. Attend one or more days. 26 Gibbs St (Eastman School of Music), Room 120 – 1st Floor. Coming up...
- Roberto Occhipinti Jazz Workshop (Bass): Wed - June 26, 1:00 PM
- Johnny Johnson Jazz Workshop (Sax): Thu - June 27, 1:00 PM
- Mike Kaupa Jazz Workshop (Trumpet): Fri - June 28, 1:00 PM
Thanks to CGI Digital for video.
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Club Pass Show Highlights | |
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Hilario Durán
The Cuban-born pianist grew up in a musical family surrounded by a variety of diverse musical influences on a daily basis. He has toured worldwide and performed with Dizzy Gillespie and Michel Legrand, among many others, as part of Arturo Sandoval’s band, where he was pianist/keyboardist, arranger, and musical director for nine years.
Two shows, 6 & 10 PM, Wilder Room, Club Pass or $30/door
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G.E Smith
One of the most in-demand blues/rock guitarists in the world is a mysterious character who goes by the name of G.E. Smith. Millions of TV viewers know his face, the shock of the unruly blond ponytail that was always falling across it from his tenure stint of fronting the Saturday Night Live Band and as music director of SNL. Two shows, 6:30 & 8:30 PM, Theatre at Innovation Square. Club Pass or $30/door
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Gideon King & City Blog
The NYC-based band, known for high-energy shows with surprising musical twists and turns, earned glowing reviews, with the Huffington Post dubbing Gideon a "musical genius" playing "some of the most complex and satisfying music you may ever hear." The recognition catapulted them to sold-out shows at New York's famed jazz clubs like The Blue Note and Joe's Pub. Two shows, 7:00 & 9:15 PM, Temple Theatre - Club Pass or $30/door
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Alex Hitchcock
The saxophonist and multi-award winning bandleader is a distinctive improviser and a leading voice on his instrument in the UK. An Ivor Novello-nominated composer, his innovative collaborations have confirmed his growing international reputation as an instigator and catalyst for captivating musical encounters that 'continually push the envelope a little further' (Jazzmania BE). Two shows, Christ Church, Global Jazz Now Series, 7:30 & 9:30 PM, Club Pass or $30/door
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Coming Up! Get Tickets!
All shows are at 8 PM at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre. Doors open at 7:15 PM.
John Oates - Thursday, June 27
Samara Joy - Friday, June 28
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The Rochester International Jazz Festival (RIJF) is one of the world’s leading jazz festivals. Since 2002, the nine-day multi-dimensional festival is held annually in downtown Rochester, NY, drawing 211,000+ people to 326 shows and 20 venues. The Festival navigates all genres of creative improvised music from around the world, presenting more than 1750 legendary performers, familiar favorites, and new discoveries. RIJF is produced by RIJF, LLC, a privately held company owned by Marc Iacona and John Nugent. Nugent, Producer/Artistic Director, is a noted tenor sax player who has traveled the world with many jazz artists, including Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald, Rosemary Clooney, the Woody Herman Orchestra, and The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. Marc Iacona, Producer/Executive Director, is a Rochester native and President of Simcona Electronics. A business and community leader, he is an avid trumpeter and supporter of the arts. | | | | |
