Charlottesville’s First JazzFest Unveiled

Charlottesville kicks off its first-ever JazzFest this weekend, blending music, history, and community across the Downtown Mall as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Organized by the Charlottesville Jazz Society and featuring 21 performances from local legends to international stars like Veronica Swift, the festival spotlights jazz’s deep roots in Black American culture while honoring its evolving spirit—with video game music, Civil Rights history talks, and collaborations with Fridays after Five. Expect a vibrant weekend of sound, soul, and celebration. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/31ccaf512bc6f4ed