Litchfield Jazz Fest - Trio
Jul
25
7:15 PM19:15

Litchfield Jazz Fest - Trio

Honoring the 30th Anniversary of Litchfield Jazz Camp

The festival continues July 25 at 2 p.m. with the Jimmy Greene Quintet.
"Greene was fresh out of college when he joined the very first Litchfield Jazz Camp faculty in 1997," according to a release.

A Connecticut native, his most recent recording, "As We Are Now," was released last year.  He has performed or recorded alongside Horace Silver, Freddie Hubbard, Harry Connick Jr., Dee Dee Bridgewater and the Carnegie Hall Jazz Band, according to the release. 

At 3:45 p.m., the Steve Davis Sextet takes the stage. Davis was the first music director of Litchfield Jazz Camp in 1997 and has since recorded and performed with Chick Corea, Jimmy Heath, Freddie Hubbard, Roy Hargrove and Horace Silver. He recently joined Berklee College of Music as a full professor. 

Davis will be followed at 5:30 p.m. by the Paul Bollenback Quintet. Bollenback has performed on "The Tonight Show" and "Good Morning America," according to the release.

At 7:15 p.m., the Curtis Brothers Trio will perform with Zaccai Curtis on piano, Luques Curtis on bass and Richie Barshay om drums. 

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Zaccai Curtis / Javon Jackson Duo in La Grua Center
Jun
20
5:00 PM17:00

Zaccai Curtis / Javon Jackson Duo in La Grua Center

An intimate evening bringing together two generations of masterful jazz storytelling.

Grammy Award-winning pianist Zaccai Curtis joins forces with acclaimed tenor saxophonist Javon Jackson for a special duo performance in Connecticut — an intimate evening bringing together two generations of masterful jazz storytelling.

Known for his explosive blend of Afro-Cuban rhythm, bebop language, and modern harmonic textures, Curtis has emerged as one of the most exciting pianists of his generation following his 2025 Grammy win for Cubop Lives! https://www.zaccaicurtis.com/

Jackson, celebrated for his powerful tone and deep roots in the lineage of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, brings decades of artistry shaped alongside legends including Elvin Jones, Ron Carter, and Freddie Hubbard. https://javonjackson.com/

Together, the duo setting creates a rare opportunity to hear spontaneous musical conversation at its purest — fearless improvisation, deep swing, and soulful interaction from two artists connected by a profound respect for jazz tradition while continuously pushing the music forward.

NO PAPER TICKET NEEDED. Simply give your name at the door. All seating is first come, first served.

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Avery Sharpe - Juneteenth Freedom Concert
Jun
19
3:00 PM15:00

Avery Sharpe - Juneteenth Freedom Concert

We're taking over center court in Tower Square for a powerful Juneteenth celebration in partnership with 6 Brick's LLC and @whitelionbrewing

Starting at 3 PM, join us for a concert filled with music, energy and celebration as we honor this important day together. Come early and stay awhile... enjoy local vendors, great music, and most importantly, community.

This is more than a concert. It's a day of connection, culture and celebration of freedom. Bring your friends, bring your family, and let's celebrate in the heart of this incredible city we call Springfield!

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Scullers w Sarah Hanahan
Jun
12
7:00 PM19:00

Scullers w Sarah Hanahan

Sarah Hanahan is a dynamic, soulful alto saxophonist swiftly emerging as one of the most compelling new voices in jazz. A graduate of both the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz and The Juilliard School, she blends deep-rooted swing and bebop traditions with a bold, modern intensity—an approach shaped by her rigorous training and fearless artistic vision. Since stepping onto the scene, Hanahan has performed with an extraordinary range of jazz luminaries, including Jeff “Tain” Watts, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Nicholas Payton, Peter Washington, and Joe Farnsworth. Her commanding tone, technical mastery, and melodic imagination have taken her to major stages across the U.S. and abroad, with regular appearances at premier New York venues such as Smalls Jazz Club, Dizzy’s Club, and Smoke Jazz & Supper Club. Her debut album, Among Giants (2024)—featuring Marc Cary, Nat Reeves, and Jeff “Tain” Watts—earned critical acclaim, including a 5-star review in DownBeat magazine and placement in their Top Albums of the Year list in 2024 and 2025. In 2025, Hanahan was named DownBeat’s #1 Rising Star Alto Saxophonist and ranked #9 overall alto saxophonist in the DownBeat Readers Poll—placing her alongside legends such as Kenny Garrett and Gary Bartz and further cementing her status as one of the leading voices of her generation. Whether fronting her own quartet or collaborating with some of the music’s most revered artists, Sarah Hanahan plays with passion, precision, and an unwavering commitment to the ever-evolving art of jazz.

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