Paulinho Garcia leads a band that explores the history of Bossa Nova combining traditional jazz with Brazilian rhythms.  Co-sponsored by The Consulate General of Brazil and

Vibists Jim Cooper, Kathy Kelly and 16 year old marvel Joel Ross explore the music of Lionel Hampton, Red Norvo, Milt Jackson, Gary Burton and Cal Tjader.

Guitarist Henry Johnson’s Organ Quartet moves people to groove with Peter Roothan on saxophone, Kwame Steve Cobb on drums and organist Lloyd Wilson.  (rescheduled beca

For the 5th year, we introduce new voices of jazz featuring saxophonist Josh Johnson’s Trio, guitarist Larry Brown’s Quartet and The Justefan Band

Chicago diva Joan Collasso pays tribute to two musical influences that helped shape the sound of jazz.  
 

One of the only Latin Jazz Festivals in Chicago, this one will feature Inspiracion Latina and headlined by  Puerto Rican percussionist,  Paoli

Bethany Pickens leads a tribute to the legendary Lil Hardin, Dorothy Donnegan and Earma Thompson.
 

Muntu Dance Theater explores the common cultural roots and urban evolution of African Dance and Jazz.
 

The season finale Chicago vocalist Dee Alexander transforms works by Jimi Hendrix and James Brown through her own unique vision.  With Tomeka Reid - cello; Juni