Get Ready to Groove! The 12th Annual Jackson St Jazz Walk Returns September 6th!
Seattle's Central District is about to come alive with the sounds of jazz, blues, Latin, and soul! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 6th, from 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM, as the 12th Annual Jackson St Jazz Walk kicks off its yearly celebration of the area's rich African American music legacy.
This incredible event will transform South Jackson Street, with 20 bands performing on nine community stages. From restaurants and businesses to panoramic apartment building rooftops, you'll find diverse and inclusive artists ranging from emerging talents to internationally recognized names.
A stellar lineup of artists includes:
Michael Powers
Eugenie Jones
Clava Ginga
The Ari Joshua Ensemble
The Red Rose Gurls
Joe Garcia & Nota Azul
The Comfort Food Band
Jory Tidal Left Coast
Peter Adams Organ Trio
These Certain Birds
The Nicole Yvette Band
Butch Harrison's Good Company
Kader Sunny Blues Band
Joe Brazil Legacy Band
The New Triumph
Organic SoundZ
The Rafael Tranquilino Blues Trio
Manazma Sheen, and the Jean Chaumont Quartet
STAR Lah Song & Friends
You can catch performances at various locations, including:
BELL JACKSON APARTMENTS - ATRIUM & ROOFTOP
SHEWA-BER BAR & RESTAURANT
JACKSON STREET PIZZA LOUNGE
PRATT FINE ARTS CENTER (MURIAL STAGE & COURT STAGE)
CENTRAL AREA SENIOR CTR., Green Dolphin Room
JACKSON APTS Street Stage
WONDER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT SPORT BAR
This year, the Jackson St Jazz Walk coincides with the Annual Pratt Fine Arts Open House, offering even more entertainment, artistic, and educational options for the community. Expect blocks of live music, displays honoring the Central District's historic Black musicians, live art demonstrations, food trucks, a beer garden, and delicious local cuisine.Honoring a Rich Legacy
The Jackson St Jazz Walk, presented by Eugenie Jones' Music for a Cause nonprofit, is more than just a music festival; it's a celebration of "MUSIC. COMMUNITY. LEGACY." The event proudly honors the Central District's past, a historically vibrant African American community where legendary artists like Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, and Ernestine Anderson launched their careers. A portion of the proceeds from the Jazz Walk will be donated to Byrd Barr Place, an organization providing essential needs services to at-risk families in Seattle.Get Your Tickets Now!
Don't miss out on this fantastic day of community-centered and cultural experiences!
Early bird tickets: $30 (available until August 15th)
General Admission tickets: $35 (available until September 5th)
Tickets on September 6th: $40 (as available)
Purchase your tickets at https://givebutter.com/JacksonStreetJazzWalkTickets.Volunteers Needed!
Want to be a part of this unforgettable musical experience? The Jazz Walk is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with ticket sales, set-up, break down, and other duties. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/JtsUBn8sXFBHudbf6.
For event updates, schedules, and the complete lineup of performers, visit https://www.jacksonstreetjazz.org/ and follow their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/JacksonStreetJazzWalk/.
