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Blues Alley Jazz Festival April 16 – 24

General   •   April 14, 2022

The Blues Alley Jazz Festival is April 16 – 24, and kicks off this Saturday with an all-day guitar symposium. Talks include “History of the Guitar in our Nation’s Capital” and “The Role of the Jazz Guitar in a Big Band,” in addition to a master class with Frank Vignola and Jimmy Bruno, and an artist meet-and-greet.

Other festival highlights include an Ella Fitzgerald jazz vocal competition, Big Band jam, and free outdoor performances April 21 and 22 from 6 pm – 9 pm at Sandlot Georgetown (2715 Pennsylvania Ave NW), featuring Jazzy Blue, Dave Chappell, and Anthony Pirog. Grab a drink at the shipping container bar and enjoy the music!

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