Montco Jazz Festival Celebrates Women in Jazz September 20-24
The second annual Montco Jazz Festival will honor the contribution of women to jazz. The series of events have been curated by internationally-acclaimed jazz vocalist Joanna Pascale and will take place September 20 through September 24 as a part of Arts Montco Week.
Arts Montco Week will also celebrate the return of Cirque du Soleil’s Big Top to Montgomery County.
“The Women in Jazz Festival is a one-of-a-kind offering that truly highlights Montgomery County as an arts tourism destination,” said Rachel Riley, Associate Vice President of Communications at Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board.
“We are thrilled to have the incredible Joanna Pascale curate this year’s series of events, which will truly elevate Montgomery County as a prime location for jazz and music lovers across the region.”
“The musicians, artists, and venues of Montgomery County are helping us shape a momentous festival which shines the spotlight on women in jazz,” Pascale added.
“This week-long celebration will take place in venues all over the county, featuring styles and events for everyone–from jazz connoisseurs to those who just enjoy good music.”
The festival will feature concerts, workshops, and brunches throughout Montgomery County.
The Line-Up
Junior Jazz Festival
Saturday, September 16 through Sunday, September 17
I Got Life: A Celebration of Nina Simone featuring Carol Riddick and Gerald Veasley
Sunday, September 17
7 p.m.
The Lao Tizer Band Featuring Karen Briggs, Eric Marienthal, and Chieli Minucci
Wednesday, September 20
Montgomery County Community College
7:30 p.m.
Once Upon a Summertime: The Music of Blossom Dearie with the Sharon Sable Quartet featuring Mary Lou Newnam, Amy Shook and Joe Holt
Wednesday, September 20
Elmwood Park Zoo
7:30 p.m.
Montco Jazz Fest Kick-Off Jam
Wednesday, September 20
8 p.m.
Fall Swing Social with Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band
Thursday, September 21
6 p.m.
All Star Montco Big Band with Amy Banks
Thursday, September 21
7 p.m.
An Evening with Michelle Lordi
Friday, September 22
6:00 p.m. cocktail hour; 7:00 p.m. show
The Laura Orzehoski Quintet
Friday, September 22
Troubles End Brewery
9:00 p.m.
A Jazz Brunch Starring Elle.Morris
Saturday, September 23
11:00 a.m.
Hearing Your Way Through a Song: A Jazz Performance Workshop with Lauren Lark
Saturday, September 23
7:00 p.m.
Corrine Kite-Dean and the Estrogen Avengers
Saturday, September 23
Troubles End Brewery
9:00 p.m.
Read more about this year’s Montco Jazz Festival at Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board.
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