Episode 45: Salem Jazz & Soul Festival 2026 Preview

In this episode of Notable New England, I sit down with Larry Claflin, Executive Director of the Salem Jazz & Soul Festival, to talk about this year’s lineup, the history behind the festival, and how it supports music education across the North Shore. Learn how this beloved Salem event brings together incredible artists while giving back to the community. 📌 Show Notes & Resources: 🔹 Episode Sources, References & Featured Links 🔹 Music licensing & credits 💙 Support Notable New England: Join our Notable New England Patreon community for a dedicated space to connect, explore New England history, hidden gems, and local stories without the distractions of traditional social media! Get early, ad-free episodes and exclusive perks starting at just $2 a month. Your support helps cover production costs and keeps engaging episodes coming! Or, sign up for free and connect with other lovely listeners. 👉 Join here Gift someone a Notable New England Patreon membership by clicking here.  To make a one-time donation to Notable New England, head over to buymeacoffee.com/notablenewengland You'll get an on-air shout out of thanks for your donation.  📢 Follow Notable New England: 🔹 Patreon 🔹 BuyMeaCoffee 🔹 Substack 🔹 Facebook 🔹 Instagram 🔹 Threads 🔹 Bluesky 🔹 YouTube 🔹 Reddit 🎙️ Podcast Website: notablene.podbean.com 📩 Contact: [email protected]