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August 30 - Opening Night

August 31, 2023

DC JazzFest at Arena Stage: Generations Series

For this auspicious evening, DCJF has assembled a multi-generational cast of musicians including pianists George Cables, Benny Green and Orrin Evans, with emerging pianists Shamie Royston and Hope Udobi collaborating with the cross-generational rhythm section of drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts and bassist Kris Funn.

From Mary Lou Williams to Bud Powell, Ahmad Jamal to Herbie Hancock, Jaki Byard to Jason Moran, Marian McPartland to Helen Sung, and Cecil Taylor to Christian Sands, the piano trio has been the beating heart of jazz – whether standing alone or as a band’s core rhythm section. “This first concert of the series will bring together some of today’s and tomorrow’s most outstanding jazz pianists to celebrate, share musical stories and exchange ideas through performance and conversation,” said Orrin Evans, DCJF Artist-in-Residence. This inaugural concert will feature the soulful Benny Green, swinging Hope Udobi, lyrical Shamie Royston, master George Cables, and instigator Orrin Evans, accompanied by the all-star, multi-generational rhythm section of Jeff “Tain” Watts and bassist Kris Funn.

The concert will conclude with a post-concert conversation moderated by DCJF President and CEO Sunny Sumter.

Location: Arena Stage - The Fichandler Stage, 1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC.

September 1, 2023

DC JazzFest Presents Gregory Porter

Known for his warm baritone vocals, Gregory Porter rose to acclaim in the 2010s with his earthy, cross-pollinated brand of jazz, soul, and gospel. A gifted singer of standards as well as more contemporary soul material, Porter has earned favorable comparisons to his idols Nat King Cole, Donny Hathaway, and Stevie Wonder. He announced his arrival by picking up a Grammy nomination for his 2010 debut, Water. After signing to Blue Note, he gained even wider notice for his third album, 2013’s Liquid Spirit, which rose to the top of the jazz charts, and won the Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Album.

Location: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024.

September 2, 2023

DC JazzFest at The Wharf

Arturo O'Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble, Charles Lloyd Kindred Spirits, Terri Lyne Carrington New Standards, Omar Sosa Quarteto Americanos, Orrin Evans Quintet, Etienne Charles Creole Soul, Julieta Eugenio Trio, Chase Elodia's Perennials, Veronneau

DC JazzFest celebrates all things jazz over Labor Day weekend. Join us at The Wharf for a star-studded lineup on multiple outdoor stages.
All Access tickets are available this year for DC JazzFest at the Wharf!

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Location: The Wharf, 101 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024.

September 3, 2023

DC JazzFest at The Wharf

Kenny Garrett and Sounds From the Ancestors, Samara Joy, Dave Holland Trio feat. Kevin Eubanks and Eric Harland, Big Chief Donald Harrison, Isabella Olivier, Ludovica BurtoneQuartet, Vinny Valentino feat. Marshall Keys, Frederico Pena, Dennis Chambers, BIRCKHEAD, Mark G. Meadows

DC JazzFest celebrates all things jazz over Labor Day weekend. Join us at The Wharf for a star-studded lineup on multiple outdoor stages.

All Access tickets are available this year for DC JazzFest at the Wharf!

- Get Seated All Access tickets at www.dcjazzfest.org/event-details/seatedallaccess23
- Get VIP All Access tickets at www.dcjazzfest.org/event-details/vipallaccess23

Location: The Wharf, 101 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024.

Date: August 30 - September 3, 2023.

Locations: Various Venues in Washington, DC 20024

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