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Details at a glance About JAZZ HOUSE KiDS JAZZ HOUSE KiDS stands at a pivotal moment, marked by substantial growth, expanding impact,and exciting developments across our organization. From the launch
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
Summer is when students at the JAZZ HOUSE truly come into their own through cultural and musical immersion. Summer provides uninterrupted time for students to be surrounded by world-class musicians
Discover the full artist lineup and new festival layout for the Montclair Jazz Festival 2025 Downtown Jamboree, a free all-day celebration in Montclair, NJ on September 13.
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
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
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.
Host Vladimir Duthiers Speaks with
Founder Melissa Walker and Artistic Director Christian McBride
About the Non-Profit Jazz Education Organization
September 14th Downtown Jamboree Headliners include Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, Christian McBride & Inside Straight, Steve Turre Sextet, and Jerome Jennings & ill Philosophy
Milestone 15th anniversary year includes performances in June, July, August + September at Wellmont Arts Plaza, Montclair State University, and throughout Montclair
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.
