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Welcome to the JAZZ HOUSE KiDS News Room, a resource for members of the news media. Below, please find the latest news, press releases, images, media guidelines, and information about how to get in touch with members of the Public Relations team.

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Browse the JAZZ HOUSE KiDS archives and find articles on past events, concerts, educational programs and community work.

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2026 MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL LINE UP

JAZZ HOUSE KiDS ANNOUNCES FULL LINEUP AND DETAILS FOR 17TH ANNUAL MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL

June 15, 2026

August 15 Downtown Jamboree at Lackawanna Plaza Performers Include:
Take Me to the River New Orleans All-Stars (featuring Cyril Neville)
Dianne Reeves
Christian McBride Big Band w/ Bilal
Patrice Rushen
Spanish Harlem Orchestra
JAZZ HOUSE Collective Celebrates John Coltrane and Miles Davis
Gotham Kings
Five-Week Soundcheck Series Performers Include:
Bobby Watson/Jason Moran (June 16)
The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Guest Conductor John Faddis (July 1)
Michele Rosewoman and Quintessence/Orrin Evans Trio (July 14)
Joel Ross’ Good Vibes (July 28)
Rebirth Brass Band (August 4)

2026 MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL Selected by Smithsonian Institution as a Collaborating Festival for “Of The People: The Smithsonian Festival of Festivals” to Commemorate the United States Semiquincentennial

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Christian McBride at the 2023 MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN JAMBOREE

MCBRIDE’S WORLD AT SEA

February 12, 2025

January 20 – 27, 2026 JOiN 9x GRAMMY winner CHRISTIAN McBRIDE along with 75 jazz musicians, vocalists and world touring ensembles on the high seas while supporting JAZZ HOUSE KiDS

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2024 year End Appeal

2024 YEAR-END APPEAL

November 15, 2024

unison in learningharmony in community As the year draws to a close, we are reminded of the profound role the arts play in promoting community harmony, boosting resilience and encouraging

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Montclair Jazz Festival Celebrates 15 years

MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL Sizzle!

August 5, 2024

JOiN us for the 15th Anniversary MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL with performances throughout the summer of 2024 leading up to the Grand Finale: the Downtown Jamboree on Saturday, September 14th, 2024.

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2021 - 2022 JAZZ HOUSE KIDS ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT: TOGETHER AGAIN

Review the annual impact report to see how our programs provide for the community, along with a message from JAZZ HOUSE KiDS president Melissa Walker.

Impact Report

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WEATHER ALERT Sunday, Dec. 14

Due to snow, JAZZ HOUSE Montclair will have a delayed opening for 2:30 pm. Concerts at Trend Coffee & Tea will start at 4:00 pm. Students, check your email for more details and updates.

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