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Victor Wooten And The Wooten Brothers To Teach The Language Of Music For The Interactive Masterclass At The 15th John Coltrane International Jazz And Blues Festival

Source: Nandrea Ward
August 8, 2026

The Friends of John Coltrane, Inc. invites musicians and music lovers of all ages to experience an unforgettable evening of creativity, collaboration and inspiration as five-time Grammy Award winner Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers present an interactive masterclass during the 15th John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival. Taking place on Friday, September 4, at the High Point Theatre, the masterclass will feature Victor Wooten on bass and vocals, Regi Wooten on guitar and vocals, Roy “Futureman" Wooten on ...

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John Coltrane International Jazz And Blues Festival Expands To Three Days For Landmark 15th Anniversary Celebration

Source: Nandrea Ward
July 27, 2026

Labor Day Weekend Festival Kicks-Off with Friday Golf Experience and Music Masterclass The John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival returns to Oak Hollow Festival Park on Sept. 5–6, 2026, for its 15th anniversary celebration, bringing an all-star mix of jazz, blues, soul, funk and contemporary crossover artistry to the city where John Coltrane’s musical journey began. Timed with Labor Day Weekend and the centennial year of John Coltrane’s birth, the festival stands out for its uncommon blend of major ...

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Snarky Puppy Masterclass And West End Mambo Amplify The 14th Annual Coltrane Jazz Fest

Source: Nandrea Ward
August 25, 2025

The John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival has always been about more than great performances about connection, creativity, and community. This year, festival organizers are turning up the excitement with two dynamic additions that promise to make the 14th annual event even more unforgettable. As a special kickoff to the Festival weekend, music lovers can experience an exclusive Snarky Puppy Masterclass with founder and bandleader Michael League and members of the Grammy-winning ensemble. Scheduled for Friday, August 29 at ...

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Coltrane Jazzfest Brings Labor Day Celebration With Exceptional Music And End Of Summer Vibe

Source: Nandrea Ward
July 17, 2025

The 2025 John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival on Saturday August 30th to Sunday, August 31st, hosts a stunning mix of Grammy Award-winning music icons and innovative new artists at Oak Hollow Festival Park, a venue that is exceptional in its vistas and relaxing ambience. The 2025 lineup includes Grammy award-winning artists Snarky Puppy, Meshell Ndegeocello, and Stanley Clarke, a Bill Withers and Stevie Wonder tribute, and much more. The Festival, now in its 14th year, honors John Coltrane, ...

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