# Scranton Jazz Festival — Full Content Corpus Source: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org Generated: 2026-04-22T16:55:26.652Z This file is a plain-text dump of festival content for LLM ingestion (see /llms.txt for the site map). All content is © Scranton Jazz Festival, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. ## Festival Overview The Scranton Jazz Festival is the longest-running jazz festival in Northeast Pennsylvania. The 21st Annual SJF takes place August 7–9, 2026 across 20+ venues in downtown Scranton, Pennsylvania, featuring 80+ musicians performing jazz, fusion, funk, blues, R&B, soul, Latin jazz, Dixieland, swing, and more. The festival is built around a free community Jazz Walk that turns downtown Scranton into a walkable jazz district for three days, with individual venues hosting their own ticketed headline performances. Free trolley service connects participating venues on Friday and Saturday nights from 6:00pm–10:00pm. The festival is produced by Scranton Jazz Festival, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized with the GuideStar/Candid Gold Seal of Transparency. ## Artists (48 total) ### Michael Ford - Instrument: Guitar - Genre: Jazz Fusion - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/michael-ford Michael Ford is a guitarist from Spartanburg, South Carolina whose unique sound blends jazz, rock, R&B, and blues. He has been performing in many different musical settings and has shared the stage with a wide range of artists. ### Brody Segan - Instrument: Trombone - Genre: Traditional Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/brody-segan Brody Segan is a trombonist, composer, arranger, and educator. A native of Allentown, Pennsylvania, he holds a Master of Music in Jazz Pedagogy from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. ### Nelson Hill - Instrument: Saxophone - Genre: Bebop - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/nelson-hill Nelson Hill is a saxophonist, clarinetist and flutist from Mt. Bethel, Pennsylvania. He has studied privately with Phil Woods, Hal Galper, Eddie Daniels and James Caruso. ### Big Boy Brass - Instrument: Brass Ensemble - Genre: Funk Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/big-boy-brass Big Boy Brass is Philly's own horn-fueled party machine, bringing high-octane brass, irresistible grooves, and powerhouse vocals to stages across the map. Rooted in the spirit of New Orleans brass tradition. ### Joe Cole - Instrument: Bass - Genre: Traditional Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/joe-cole Joe Cole is a classically trained jazz bassist. Joe teaches at Marywood University, as well as his studio at home. He received his Bachelor of Music from Marywood University. ### John Paris - Instrument: Multi-instrumentalist - Genre: Jazz Standards - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/john-paris As a featured performer alongside the Minneapolis Symphony, and accompanist to the Moody Blues, a special guest star on The Merv Griffin Show and more, John Paris brings decades of experience to every performance. ### Mike Fahn - Instrument: Valve Trombone - Genre: Modern Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/mike-fahn Valve Trombonist Mike Fahn is a Queens New York native who grew up in Huntington, NY in the 1960s and '70s and moved to Los Angeles where he established himself as a versatile musician. ### Marshall Kornblatt - Instrument: Piano - Genre: Jazz Piano - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/marshall-kornblatt Marshall Kornblatt started piano lessons at the age of five with Anne Liva at Wilkes University and has been playing for seven decades. He has made significant contributions to the regional jazz scene. ### Michael J. Carbone - Instrument: Multi-instrumentalist - Genre: Modern Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/michael-j-carbone Michael J. Carbone, a native of Utica, New York, moved to the Binghamton area in 1981 and joined the Binghamton University music faculty in 1997. ### Bill & Alex Olivetti - Instrument: Guitar Duo - Genre: Contemporary Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/bill-and-alex-olivetti Bill and Alex Olivetti are a Father/Son guitar duo from Throop, PA. They've been playing out as a duo for 20 years performing various genres such as jazz, blues, rock, and more. ### Neil Nicastro - Instrument: Guitar - Genre: Vocal Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/neil-nicastro Neil Nicastro hails from NEPA and is an accomplished guitarist versed in several styles, with a strong focus on engaging audiences. As a professional musician he's performed throughout the region. ### Jeff Barone - Instrument: Guitar - Genre: Modern Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/jeff-barone NYC Guitarist Jeff Barone has developed a strong reputation with his recordings (Crazy Talk and Open Up), live performances, and record producing. He has performed with Tom Harrell, Bobby Caldwell, and many more. ### Kate Baker - Instrument: Vocals - Genre: Vocal Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/kate-baker Kate Baker's debut recording was her late husband Vic Juris's swan song. A compelling vocalist whose performances span jazz standards and bossa nova. ### SJF Big Band - Instrument: Big Band - Genre: Big Band Swing - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/sjf-big-band Celebrating 20 years of the SJF! The Scranton Jazz Festival 17-piece Big Band under the direction of Marko Marcinko will perform a musical retrospective that will feature the region's finest musicians. ### Ilona Knopfler - Instrument: Vocals - Genre: Vocal Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/ilona-knopfler Born in France and raised in a musical family (singer mother, pianist father), Ilona had traveled the world by the time she was in her teens. A captivating French vocalist bringing European flair to jazz standards. ### Carl Fischer's Organic Groove Ensemble - Instrument: Ensemble - Genre: Funk Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/carl-fischers-organic-groove-ensemble Carl Fischer's Organic Groove Ensemble, fronted by Fischer's trumpet playing laid on top of a bed of B3 organ, performs a high energy mix of funk, soul, and second line jazz. ### Allan Bezama - Instrument: Guitar - Genre: Bebop - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/allan-bezama Allan Bezama is a New York City-based jazz guitarist whose sound seamlessly blends fluid bebop lines, rich harmonic textures, and a modern rhythmic sensibility to create an engaging listening experience. ### Carl Fischer - Instrument: Trumpet - Genre: Funk Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/carl-fischer Carl Fischer, Billy Joel's longtime band member, represents the epitome of musical dedication and versatility that musicians aspire to. His approach combines a deep passion with exceptional technical skill. ### Filament - Instrument: Trio - Genre: Modern Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/filament Filament is a Brooklyn-based jazz trio of longtime friends and performers Alex Carter (saxophone), Tobe Tsuchiya (piano) and Danilo Randjic-Coleman (bass). Formed in early 2024, the trio performs original modern jazz. ### The Randy Andys - Instrument: Vocal Trio - Genre: Swing - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/the-randy-andys The Randy Andys is an all-female singing trio starring Broadway's biggest and brightest starlets. The group brilliantly fuses the iconic swing-style of The Andrews Sisters with a Post Modern Jukebox flair. ### Mary Ann McSweeney - Instrument: Bass - Genre: Traditional Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/mary-ann-mcsweeney Born in Aptos, California, Mary Ann McSweeney started playing piano at the age of 5 and began to study violin at age 8. She has performed with Lee Konitz, Bucky Pizzarelli, and on Broadway. ### Vanessa Racci - Instrument: Vocals - Genre: Vocal Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/vanessa-racci Vanessa Racci is a touring Jazz vocalist who is equally comfortable singing straight-ahead Jazz as well as music that reflects her Italian heritage. Descended from Southern Italian roots. ### Sal Giorgianni - Instrument: Saxophone - Genre: Bebop - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/sal-giorgianni Sal Giorgianni, at an early age, was playing saxophone professionally. At 18 years old, as a featured soloist with the Ellenville Jazz Ensemble, he performed opposite Dizzy Gillespie. He has performed with Quincy Jones and Maynard Ferguson. ### Tower of Power - Instrument: Ensemble - Genre: Funk & Soul - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/tower-of-power For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music. 'We were a Soul band called The Motowns,' recalls Emilio Castillo. A legendary act headlining the 20th Annual SJF. ### Nick Driscoll - Instrument: Clarinet & Saxophone - Genre: Traditional Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/nick-driscoll Nick Driscoll plays clarinet and soprano saxophone. A member of the Great Valley Chamber Music Society, Nick is a director of the Wilkes University Jazz Orchestra. ### The Hot Club of Scranton - Instrument: Ensemble - Genre: Gypsy Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/the-hot-club-of-scranton Roy Williams – lead guitar, Nick Driscoll – clarinet, Mark Woodyatt – violin, Mike Williams – rhythm guitar, Ian O'Hara – bass. Playing traditional swing & gypsy jazz in the Django Reinhardt tradition. ### Morrie Louden - Instrument: Bass - Genre: Modern Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/morrie-louden Morrie Louden is a bassist and composer. A California native, Morrie was born into a musically inclined family. When he was 12, he began to play and has been performing ever since. ### Marko Marcinko - Instrument: Percussion - Genre: Latin Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/marko-marcinko Marko Marcinko is a percussionist, keyboardist, and vocalist who serves as Artistic Director of the Scranton Jazz Festival. Beginning his professional musical career at 14, a musical family inspired Marko. ### Robert Prester & Adriana Samargia - Instrument: Duo - Genre: Brazilian Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/robert-prester-adriana-samargia Accomplished solo musicians who combine their talents to form an exceptional duo. Their performances blend Brazilian, contemporary and jazz standards with piano and vocals. ### Bill Washer - Instrument: Guitar - Genre: Jazz Guitar - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/bill-washer For over 40 years, Bill Washer has been performing, composing, and teaching acoustic and electric jazz guitar. He began studying guitar and has become one of the region's most respected jazz guitarists. ### Teddy Young & The Aces - Instrument: Guitar - Genre: Blues - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/teddy-young-the-aces Hailing from the coal region of Northeastern PA, band leader Teddy Young is known by his fans as a guitar playing powerhouse delivering high-energy blues performances. ### Bill Goodwin - Instrument: Drums - Genre: Modern Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/bill-goodwin Goodwin began his professional career at the age of seventeen with saxophonist Charles Lloyd. A legendary drummer who has performed with the finest jazz musicians for decades. ### Norman Taylor - Instrument: Guitar & Vocals - Genre: Acoustic Blues - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/norman-taylor With a musical style based in country and contemporary acoustic blues, Norman also draws influence from country, 70's rock, and folk traditions. A singer, songwriter, and acoustic blues artist. ### Tom Hamilton - Instrument: Saxophone & Woodwinds - Genre: Traditional Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/tom-hamilton Growing up in New Jersey, Tom began his studies on the clarinet. He plays Baritone, Tenor, Alto & Soprano Saxophones, Woodwinds, Clarinet, Flute, and Piccolo. ### Steve Rudolph - Instrument: Piano - Genre: Jazz Piano - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/steve-rudolph Steve Rudolph is a Jazz Pianist, Composer, Educator, and Yamaha Keyboard Artist. Steve studied trumpet and composition under scholarship at Butler University in Indianapolis. ### Steve Kurilla - Instrument: Percussion - Genre: Traditional Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/steve-kurilla Steve Kurilla is a percussionist, ensemble director, drum set and mallets player. For over 20 years, Steve has been playing drum set and percussion in regional concert halls. ### Ron Oswanski - Instrument: Organ & Accordion - Genre: Jazz Organ - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/ron-oswanski Since entering the jazz big leagues in the early 1990s as a teenager recruited by Maynard Ferguson's Big Bop Nouveau band, Ron Oswanski has been a fixture on the organ, accordion, and piano. ### Phyllis Hopkins Blues Quartet - Instrument: Guitar & Vocals - Genre: Blues - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/phyllis-hopkins-blues-quartet Phyllis Hopkins is a Singer, Songwriter, and Guitarist. Phyllis' musical journey began when she was young listening to the music of Diana Ross, Elvis & Journey. She delivers powerful blues, rock & soul. ### Bob Velez - Instrument: Congas & Percussion - Genre: Latin Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/bob-velez Conga master and Latin percussionist, Velez has years of experience performing afro-Cuban, Brazilian and Puerto Rican jazz styles. ### Merchants of Groove - Instrument: Ensemble - Genre: Blues & Funk - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/merchants-of-groove Paul Lyon, lead and rhythm guitar; Teddy Young, lead and rhythm guitar, and vocals; Bob 'Frog' Fenstermaker, bass. Performing blues, classic rock and funk. ### The Marko Marcinko Latin Jazz Quintet - Instrument: Quintet - Genre: Latin Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/the-marko-marcinko-latin-jazz-quintet Robert Velez – conga master, Bill Washer – guitar, Paul Rostock – bass, Tom Hamilton – saxophone & flute, Marko Marcinko – drums. Performing high energy Latin jazz & funk. ### Keep Out Brass Band - Instrument: Brass Band - Genre: New Orleans Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/keep-out-brass-band This dynamic group of musicians always provides an entertaining evening of great music and fun times! Playing NOLA-style brass band music throughout the festival. ### Rogue Chimp - Instrument: Ensemble - Genre: Jazz Fusion - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/rogue-chimp Jacob Cole, drums; Zach Cole, vocals, synthesizer; Mark Woodyatt, electric violin; Jon Ventre. Self-described as a Progressive-Electro-Fusion band, Rogue Chimp's Music is impossible to categorize. ### Nate Birkey & Friends - Instrument: Trumpet & Vocals - Genre: Modern Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/nate-birkey-friends Nate Birkey is a Trumpeter, Vocalist, and Composer. Nate began studying piano at age six. After discovering his father's old cornet in a closet, he became attached to the trumpet. ### Electric City Steel Project - Instrument: Steel Drums - Genre: Caribbean Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/electric-city-steel-project Founded by long time area musician and band director, Frank Torquato, the Electric City Steel Drum Project is a fantastic initiative bringing Caribbean, calypso steel pan music to the festival. ### Young Lion - Instrument: Ensemble - Genre: Blues & Reggae - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/young-lion Lion Sandford, vocals, bass guitar; Chris Condel, drums; Jamie Zaleski, lead vocals, guitar; Angelo Miraglia, keyboards. A serendipitous trip to Negril inspired their unique blend of blues, reggae & funk. ### Tom Kozic - Instrument: Guitar & Vocals - Genre: Jazz Guitar - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/tom-kozic Tom Kozic is a veteran guitarist, singer, and songwriter with many diverse influences: Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, George Benson, Tony Rice, Howard Roberts, and more. ### PA Jazz Institute @ MU Student Ensemble - Instrument: Student Ensemble - Genre: Traditional Jazz - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/artists/pa-jazz-institute-student-ensemble The PA Jazz Institute at Misericordia University Scranton Jazz Festival Student Ensemble. A one-week intensive course that passes on the great tradition of jazz music, history, theory and improvisation to the next generation. ## Schedule The 2026 (21st Annual) festival schedule is being finalized. The full day-by-day lineup will be published at https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/schedule when announced. Festival dates: August 7–9, 2026. ## Events & Tickets — FAQ Q: What ticket types are available for the Scranton Jazz Festival? A: The festival is built around the free community Jazz Walk that runs across 20+ downtown Scranton venues August 7–9, 2026. Individual venues may offer their own ticketed headline shows; check each venue's listing for specifics. Q: How much do tickets cost? A: The Jazz Walk itself is free to the community. Pricing for individual ticketed performances at participating venues varies by show and is set by each venue. Q: Can I buy tickets at the door? A: Yes — door sales are available at participating venues for ticketed shows, subject to availability. Headline performances often sell out, so advance purchase is recommended. Q: Is there a festival pass or wristband? A: There is no single all-access pass. The Jazz Walk is free to enjoy, and ticketed shows are sold individually by the host venue. Q: Are there discounts for students, seniors, or groups? A: Discount availability varies by venue and performance. Contact the host venue directly for student, senior, or group rates. Q: What is the refund policy? A: Refund policies are set by each ticketing venue. Tickets are generally non-refundable, but exchanges may be available — contact the venue of purchase. Q: How do I get between venues? A: Free trolley service runs Friday and Saturday night from 6:00pm–10:00pm between participating downtown Scranton venues. ## News & Press (45 articles) ### 20 Years of Jazz History Brings Music to Scranton - Date: August 1, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/20-years-of-jazz-history-brings-music-to-scranton The Scranton Jazz Festival kicked off Friday, celebrating its 20th birthday with thousands making their way downtown for three days of brass, strings and everything in between. ### Sound of Jazz Fills Electric City for Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: August 2, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/sound-of-jazz-fills-electric-city-2025 The smooth sound of jazz filled the Electric City for the 20th annual Scranton Jazz Festival, with more than 80 musicians performing in 20 downtown locations. ### Scranton Jazz Festival Set for Aug. 1-3 - Date: July 26, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-set-for-aug-1-3 The 20th annual Scranton Jazz Festival begins Friday, Aug. 1. What began as a one-day concert with 300 people has ballooned over two decades into a three-day celebration enjoyed by thousands. ### Jazz in the Streets: Scranton Jazz Festival Celebrates 20th Year - Date: July 24, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/jazz-in-the-streets-scranton-jazz-festival-celebrates-20th-year For three days at the start of August, the city of Scranton will come to life with the sound of jazz once more. The 20th annual Scranton Jazz Festival takes over downtown Aug. 1-3. ### Scranton Jazz Festival Returns This Weekend - Date: July 29, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-returns-this-weekend-2025 The Scranton Jazz Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with events across 23 venues, headlined by Tower of Power Saturday and the SJF Big Band Sunday at the Scranton Cultural Center. ### Legendary Tower of Power Rocks Scranton Jazz Festival! - Date: July 10, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/legendary-tower-of-power-rocks-scranton-jazz-festival Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Scranton Jazz Festival, Tower of Power performs on the Main Stage this summer. Tickets on sale now for this special concert. ### Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 — Marko Marcinko on ArtScene - Date: July 18, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/artscene-marko-marcinko-2025 Marko Marcinko, Founder & Artistic Director of the Scranton Jazz Festival, speaks with Erika Funke about the 20th anniversary festival August 1-3, 2025 in downtown Scranton. ### Scranton Jazz Festival 20th Anniversary Show Tickets Now Available for Sale - Date: April 15, 2025 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2025 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-20th-anniversary-tickets-on-sale Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Scranton Jazz Festival, Tower of Power performs on the Main Stage this summer. Tickets are on sale now for this special concert. ### Scranton Jazz Festival Kicks Off This Weekend - Date: August 2, 2024 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2024 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-kicks-off-2024 The Electric City comes alive with the 19th annual Scranton Jazz Festival. The three-day event features more than 80 performers across 20+ venues throughout downtown. ### The Scranton Jazz Festival Returns - Date: August 2, 2024 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2024 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/the-scranton-jazz-festival-returns-2024 The smooth sounds of jazz fill the air in Downtown Scranton for the 19th annual Scranton Jazz Festival, with more than 40 musical acts from around the world. ### 19th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival Will Feature 80+ Musicians in 20+ Venues - Date: June 26, 2024 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2024 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/19th-annual-sjf-80-musicians-20-venues All of Downtown Scranton will serve as center stage for the 19th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival, returning August 2-4 with a new Jazz Marketplace on Courthouse Square. ### 19th Annual SJF Main Stage: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy - Date: June 26, 2024 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2024 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/19th-annual-sjf-big-bad-voodoo-daddy The 19th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns August 2-4 with multi-award-winning swing group Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Grammy-winning saxophonist Joe Lovano headlining. ### Scranton Jazz Festival Returns for 18th Year - Date: August 4, 2023 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2023 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-returns-18th-year The sound of jazz fills the streets of Scranton with more than 90 artists playing across 22 venues downtown for the 18th annual Scranton Jazz Festival. ### Grammy-Winning A Cappella Group Take 6 Takes Main Stage at Scranton Jazz Festival Aug. 4-6 - Date: July 27, 2023 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2023 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/take-6-takes-main-stage-sjf-2023 The 18th annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns August 4-6 with 10-time Grammy-winning Take 6 headlining Saturday and the SJF Big Band with Kathy Kosins closing Sunday. ### 18th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: June 30, 2023 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2023 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/18th-annual-scranton-jazz-festival Downtown Scranton serves as center stage as the 18th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns August 4-6 with more than 90 musicians at 23 venues. ### 16th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival Returns to Downtown Scranton - Date: August 2, 2021 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2021 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/16th-annual-scranton-jazz-festival-returns-2021 The 16th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns to the Electric City August 6-8 after being canceled in 2020 due to the pandemic, with a new New Orleans-style format across 20+ venues. ### Swingin' Jazz Nutcracker Suite 2022 - Date: December 5, 2022 - Category: Swingin' Jazz Nutcracker Suite 2022 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/swingin-jazz-nutcracker-suite-2022 The Scranton Jazz Festival presents the Swingin' Jazz Nutcracker Suite, a unique jazz interpretation of the holiday classic. ### A Resounding THANK YOU! - Date: August 7, 2017 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2017 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/a-resounding-thank-you We would like to thank all of our staff, volunteers, sponsors, patrons and artists for all of your hard work, dedication and support for making the 13th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival a tremendous success! ### 2017 SJF Headliners Announced!! - Date: March 30, 2017 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2017 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/2017-sjf-headliners-announced HEADLINERS SET FOR 13TH ANNUAL JAZZ FESTIVAL Two world renowned artists, jazz icon Stanley Clarke and "The Stanley Clarke Band" and Jazz guitarist/vocalist John Pizzarelli will headline the 13th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival. ### Thank you WVIA…Click to listen - Date: July 29, 2016 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2016 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/thank-you-wvia-click-to-listen Thank you to WVIA for their continued support and coverage of the Scranton Jazz Festival. ### Lackawanna County commissioners support Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: July 21, 2016 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2016 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/lackawanna-county-commissioners-support-scranton-jazz-festival The Lackawanna County Commissioners presented a $6,000 arts and culture grant check to organizers of the Scranton Jazz Festival. ### Scranton Jazz Fest draws cool musicians from world and local stages - Date: July 21, 2016 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2016 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-fest-draws-cool-musicians For jazz lovers, August means it's time for the Electric City to turn into the Big Easy. ### Jazz walk venues set - Date: July 21, 2016 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2016 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/jazz-walk-venues-set The Festival continues well into the night with the 12th Annual Jazz Walk. Hear the best in Jazz, Blues, and World Beat music at over 20 downtown Scranton venues. ### Headliner Blood Sweat & Tears feat. Bo Bice - Date: June 3, 2016 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2016 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/headliner-blood-sweat-and-tears-feat-bo-bice Announcing the 12th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival headliner BLOOD SWEAT AND TEARS feat. BO BICE. Check out the full schedule and get your tickets now! ### Jazz Education Opportunities! - Date: March 17, 2016 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2016 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/jazz-education-opportunities The Scranton Jazz Festival and Jazz Education — The Marko Marcinko Latin Jazz Quintet will conduct a master class and performance at The North Pocono Public Library. ### Jazz Fest praise…from the audience! - Date: August 28, 2015 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2015 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/jazz-fest-praise-from-the-audience "On consecutive weekends, I found the movie 'Rikki and the Flash' to be good and the 11th annual Scranton Jazz Festival to be great." ### Hundreds attend Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: August 28, 2015 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2015 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/hundreds-attend-scranton-jazz-festival The leader of acclaimed jazz band Spyro Gyra sees Scranton as "a town that loves jazz." ### WVIA at the 2015 Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: August 28, 2015 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2015 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/wvia-at-the-2015-scranton-jazz-festival The 2015 Scranton Jazz Festival is happening this weekend in Downtown Scranton, and WVIA is a proud media sponsor. Hear the best in Jazz, Blues and World Beat music. ### All that jazz in Scranton - Date: August 28, 2015 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2015 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/all-that-jazz-in-scranton Jazz festival hits downtown venues this weekend. The Scranton Jazz Festival returns for its 11th year with headliner Spyro Gyra. ### Keystone College To Host Jazz Institute - Date: August 10, 2015 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2015 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/keystone-college-to-host-jazz-institute Keystone College is accepting registrations for the seventh annual Jazz Institute at Keystone College. ### All that jazz: Spyro Gyra among eclectic acts slated to play Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: July 30, 2015 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2015 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/all-that-jazz-spyro-gyra-among-eclectic-acts As summer starts winding down, the Scranton Jazz Festival returns with an eclectic lineup headlined by Spyro Gyra. ### 2015 Headliner Announced: SPYRO GYRA - Date: May 19, 2015 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2015 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/2015-headliner-announced-spyro-gyra Spyro Gyra is a jazz juggernaut who released their 30th album of new material The Rhinebeck Sessions in 2013, which Jazztimes called "inspired". ### Cool jazz heats up downtown Scranton for 10th annual festival - Date: August 11, 2014 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2014 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/cool-jazz-heats-up-downtown-scranton For the past decade, on one summer weekend the cool and hot sounds of jazz reverberate through downtown Scranton. ### Scranton Jazz Festival celebrates a decade of music and more - Date: August 9, 2014 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2014 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-celebrates-a-decade The Grammy award winning group Manhattan Transfer headlines the 10th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival. ### The best goes on: Manhattan Transfer headlines Scranton Jazz Festival's 10th anniversary - Date: July 30, 2014 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2014 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/manhattan-transfer-headlines-10th-anniversary Marko Marcinko finds it hard to believe the Scranton Jazz Festival has been around for 10 years. ### Carl Fischer's Nouveau Big Band hits the Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: August 28, 2013 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2013 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/carl-fischers-nouveau-big-band On August 3, 2013, Carl Fischer's Nouveau Big Band travelled to Scranton, PA to headline the 9th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival. ### Scranton Jazz Festival features three summer days of cool music - Date: July 26, 2013 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2013 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-features-three-summer-days All sorts of cool, wonderful sounds will fill the downtown air when the Scranton Jazz Festival returns for another year. ### Scranton Jazz Festival: 'Fits our area just right' - Date: July 23, 2013 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2013 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-fits-our-area-just-right The 2013 annual Scranton Jazz Festival, scheduled for the first weekend of August, will showcase local and national talent. ### Ninth Annual Scranton Jazz Festival and Jazz Walk - Date: July 19, 2013 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2013 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/ninth-annual-scranton-jazz-festival-and-jazz-walk The Ninth Annual Scranton Jazz Festival and Jazz Walk is scheduled to be held Aug. 2, 3 and 4 at The Historic Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel. ### Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: July 7, 2013 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2013 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-2013 The Electric City will come alive with the sounds of Jazz this weekend as the Ninth Annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns. ### Scranton Jazz Fest August 3rd, 2012 - Date: July 13, 2012 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2012 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-fest-august-3rd-2012 It can be argued that jazz music is one of America's greatest cultural achievements. By spanning a broad spectrum of traditions, uniting them in a uniquely American art form. ### Sixth Annual Scranton Jazz Festival - Date: August 7, 2010 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2010 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/sixth-annual-scranton-jazz-festival Downtown Scranton is the place to be this weekend, especially if you love jazz. The sixth annual Scranton Jazz Festival kicks off Friday night. ### Marcinko's Scranton Jazz Festival, success again! - Date: July 17, 2010 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2010 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/marcinkos-scranton-jazz-festival-success-again Over the past six years, Tanner Synder has spent hundreds of hours practicing on his beginner's drum set in the basement of his family's home. ### Scranton Jazz Festival this weekend - Date: August 4, 2009 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2009 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-this-weekend First Friday isn't the only thing going on in downtown Scranton this weekend. The fifth annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns. ### Scranton Jazz Festival Relocates to Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel - Date: July 19, 2007 - Category: Scranton Jazz Festival 2007 - URL: https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/news/scranton-jazz-festival-relocates-to-radisson Grammy Award Winners The Average White Band to open the festivities. Scranton Jazz Festival organizers announce that the third annual festival will relocate to the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel. ## Contact For press, sponsorship, volunteer, and general inquiries, see https://www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/contact.