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The article highlights the diverse programming of the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, Illinois, one of North America's leading outdoor music festivals, featuring over 100 summer events spanning various genres, including jazz, with acclaimed artists such as Kurt Elling and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. It also discusses the lineup and cultural significance of two other jazz festivals: the Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland, which showcases boundary-pushing artists advocating for social change.

The article focuses on West Virginia University's (WVU) innovative approach to jazz education, emphasizing the creation of versatile musicians equipped for various music genres through practical experiences such as jam sessions, festivals, and cross-disciplinary flexibility. It mentions WVU's jazz program, led by director Jarred Sims, aims to foster a forward-looking musical education and a real-world understanding of jazz as a process rather than a fixed endpoint.

The article presents a list of upcoming international music festivals including Menorca Jazz Festival in Spain, Jazz A Juan in France, and Baloise Session in Switzerland.

The article presents a list of upcoming music festivals in the west U.S. region including Reno Jazz Festival, New Mexico Jazz Festival, and Earshot Jazz Festival.

The article presents a list of upcoming jazz music festivals including Pittsfield CityJazz Festival, Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, and JazzFest at Sea.

The article presents a list of upcoming jazz music festivals in the midwest U.S. region including Ravinia Festival, JazzFest Michigan, and Hyde Park Jazz Festival.

The article presents a list of upcoming music festivals in Canada including Festival International de Musique Actuelle de Victoriaville, Vancouver International Jazz Festival, and Guelph Jazz Festival.

The article presents a list of upcoming music festivals in southern U.S. including Atlanta Jazz Festival, The Jazz Cruise, and Savannah Jazz Festival.

An interview with Stênio Mattos, founder of the Rio das Ostras Jazz and Blues Festival, discusses the festival's origins, growth, and impact on the city of Rio das Ostras. Topics include the festival's evolution from its inception, its significance in promoting jazz and blues music, and the unique cultural and natural attractions of Rio das Ostras.

The article delves into the rich jazz legacy of Pittsburgh, highlighting the upcoming Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, organized by Janis Burley Wilson, which features a diverse lineup including Robert Glasper and The Average White Band, while also reflecting on the city's storied history with jazz giants like Earl Hines and Ahmad Jamal. It also discusses the festival's return to its street roots, paying homage to Pittsburgh's local jazz talent.

The article delves into the avant-garde music culture, spotlighting the significance of the Festival International Musique Actuelle Victoriaville (FIMAV) in Quebec, Canada, as a vital platform for experimental jazz and related genres. It also discusses the festival's dedication to showcasing both established and emerging artists, its commitment to supporting Quebecois and Canadian talent, and its tradition of introducing audiences to innovative musical approaches and performers.

The article focuses on the success of the 20th anniversary of the NYC Winter Jazzfest, highlighting its diverse lineup and innovative performances across various venues in New York City. Topics include performances by both renowned and lesser-known musicians, the festival's emphasis on fresh ideas and bold experimentation, and specific highlights from various venues such as Superior Ingredients, Le Poisson Rouge, and Crown Hill Theatre.

The article discusses survey of jazz camps which offer campers young and old the opportunity to gather, commune and have good time immersed in music. It mentions youth camp was able to go forward last year as well as its four-day music festival over Labor Day weekend at Jazz Camp West, in Northern California; and also mentions impact of COVID-19 pandemic on jazz camps.

An interview is presented with an American trumpeter Wadada Leo Smith. Topics discussed include the significance of his recording "Trumpet" at St. Mary's Church in Pohja, Finland; the postponement of CREATE Festival in 2020, which the stage being a locus of spirituality; and the way he decide which projects to prioritize, if there's sacred music much.

The article discusses International Jazz Festivals held from september 2019 to March 2020 which included Hong Kong International Jazz Festival in Hong Kong, China; Belgrade Jazz Festival in Belgrade, Serbia; and Guinness Cork Jazz Festival in Cork, Ireland.

The article discusses the U.S. jazz festival held from September 2019 to April 2020 which included Angel City Jazz Festival in Los Angeles, California; Sun Valley Jazz & Music Festival in Sun Valley, Idaho; and Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.

The article reviews music festivals from September 2018 to March 2019 including Fiesta Del Tambor in Cuba featuring Mark Guiliana, Flagey Piano Days in Brussels, Belgium featuring Niklas Pashburg and Panama Jazz Festival in Panama featuring Jane Bunnett & Maqueque.

The article reviews several musical festivals from September 2018 to April 2019 including Angel City Jazz Festival in Los Angeles, California featuring musician Wadada Leo Smith, Texas Jazz Festival in Texas featuring Del Mar Jazz Band and Duck Jazz Festival in North Carolina featuring Huntertones.

The article focuses on the Healdsburg Jazz Festival in California's Wine Country and its commitment to showcasing a carefully curated lineup of concerts and events that reflect the artistic vision of its founders. Topics include the festival's history and growth, the special tribute concerts honoring influential artists, and the transition from founder Jessica Felix to current artistic director Marcus Shelby.

The article focuses on the 50th anniversary of the Umbria Jazz Festival in Perugia, Italy highlighting its rich history and the wide range of jazz, pop, and world music artists who have performed there over the years.

The article presents a list of upcoming international jazz music festivals including Jamaica International Ocho Rios Jazz Festival 2023 in Jamaica, Jazzmandu 2023 in Nepal, and Devonport Jazz in Australia.

The article focuses on the DC Jazz Festival and its growth from a local event to a prominent international jazz festival featuring renowned artists such as Gregory Porter, Kenny Garrett, and Terri Lyne Carrington.

The article focuses on the Detroit Jazz Festival in Michigan the largest free jazz festival in the world and its commitment to showcasing authentic jazz music. Topics include the festival's regionalism and celebration of Detroit's jazz heritage, the unique character and essence of Detroit jazz, and the festival's evolution and survival through the support of sponsors and donors like Gretchen Valade.

The article focuses on summer festivals and celebrations in the jazz music scene including the 50th anniversaries of the Umbria Jazz Festival in Italy, Ulrichsberger Kaleidophon in Austria, and Ravenna Jazz in Italy.

The article focuses on the motto of record label MoonJune Records by the entrepreneur Leonardo Pavkovic, and mentions release of music "Bar Torque" by MoonJune in 2001. Topics discussed include growing roster of international artist of the firm such as drummer Asaf Sirkis and guitarist Dewa Budjana, International MoonJune Music Festival inaugurated by Pavkovic, and release of music "Fractal Guitar 3" by musician Stephan Thelen by the record label.

The article discusses several music festivals to be held across European countries in 2018 including International Jazz Festival Bern in Bern, Switzerland on March 12-May 19, EUROPAfest in Bucharest, Romania on May 10-19, and Pori Jazz in Pori, Finland on July 14-22 featuring artists like Kneebody.

The article discusses several music festivals to be held across the western state of the U.S. in 2018 including Reno Jazz Festival in Reno, Nevada on April 26-28, Waterfront Blues Festival in Portland, Oregon on July 4-7, and Greeley Blues Jam in Greeley, Colorado on June 8-9.

The article discusses several music festivals across the U.S. in 2018 including Wichita Jazz Festival in Wichita, Kansas on April 1-8, Jazz & Rib Fest in Columbus, Ohio on July 20-22, and Edgefest in Ann Arbor, Michigan on October 17-20 featuring musicians such as Don Moye, Ben Folds & Mike Reed.

The article discusses several music festivals to be held across the eastern states of the U.S. including Vision Festival in Brooklyn, New York on May 23-28, Capital Jazz Fest in Columbia, Maryland on June 1-3, and Briggs Farm Blues Festival in Nescopeck, Pennsylvania on July 5-8.

The article focuses on the musician Dave Douglas who is sitting in his composition room which has been his base for creativity since 2004 and mentions how Douglas and musician Roy Campbell co-founded the Festival of New Trumpet Music (FONT). Topics include Douglas' latest music album "Little Giant Still Life" which arrives from confluence of inspiration, how Douglas had helmed his own charged group Brass Ecstasy and views of Douglas on how the band Westerlies can do it all with layers.

The article offers information on musicians Tyshawn Sorey, who will releases his album "Verisimilitude." It mentions Sorey's ability of playing various music instruments including piano and drums. It mentions professional collaboration with Corey Smythe and Christopher Tordini. It also mentions Tordini conducting Autoschediasms for Creative Orchestra at the Ojai Music Festival in Ojai, California.

The article focuses on spatial audio that has been described immersive audio surrounding listener and mentions mainstream file formats to be aware of spatial audio. Topics discussed include ambisonic that captures audio such as live recordings of festival in scene0based audio workflow, use of ambisonic microphone for capturing live performance and improvisation and live performance considered part of jazz audio.

The article offers information on musicians who have performed in various music festivals in Washington in a year. These include views of drummer Tony Austin on cultural shift in music festivals, views of pianist and member of the band "West Coast Get Down," Cameron Graves on his performances in Washington. It also discusses some of the music festivals held in Washington including the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, the Pitchfork Music Festival.

The article offers information on Montreal International Jazz Festival to be held on June 27 to July 6, 2019.

The article reviews Voll-Damm Barcelona International Jazz Festival held in Barcelona, Spain in October 2018.

The article discusses the 2021 Detroit Jazz Festival which was held virtually.

The article reviews the Newport Jazz Festival that featured several artists including Wycliffe Gordon and mentions the guests at the festival including photographer Steven Sussman.

The article reports that George Wein recalled in a documentary clip screened before the Newport All-Stars hit the Jazz Tent stage and played a tribute to the founder of both the Newport Jazz Festival and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Topics include spirits of Congo Square on his drums during an impassioned, invigorating set punctuated by several ovations; and tenor saxophonist Billy Harper dug deep into the music created before Jose Felicano offered a benediction.

A personal narrative is presented in which author shares his views on Derrick Shezbie, and Glenn Hall III, two generations of Rebirth Brass Band, after he have been to New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.

A calendar of events for Europe from April-November 2016 is presented which includes the Trondheim Jazz Festival, the Istanbul Jazz Festival and the Saalfelden International Jazz Festival.

A calendar of events for West U.S. from April-October 2016 is presented which includes the Bellevue Jazz & Blues Festival, the New Mexico Jazz Festival, and the Oregon Coast Jazz Party.

A calendar of events across the Midwest U.S. from June-Octobers 2016 is presented which includes the Summer Solstice Jazz Festival, the Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, and the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival.