He followed that up with the EPs, Love/Loss in 2014 and Same Walking Animals in 2015. Never far from his roots, he recorded his debut CD, Solitary Walker, in Philadelphia, which was released in 2011. After receiving his degree in jazz performance from the school, he moved to New York City, where he kept busy as an in-demand musician, performing at notable clubs including, The Village Vanguard, The Iridium, Smoke and The Blue Note, among many others. A native of Philadelphia, Stuart attended Temple University, where he developed his art as a versatile trombonist, proficient in countless genres of music, including jazz, salsa, R&B, neo-soul and hip-hop. The Center City Jazz Festival has always presented an eclectic lineup, with past performers including BigYuki, Jeff Bradshaw, Diane Monroe, Tony Micelli, Dave Kikoski, Marcus Strickland, Ben Schachter, Steve Coleman and the 5 Elements, Orrin Evans, Sean Jones, Venissa Santi, Mike Boone, Denise King, Tim Warfield Jr., Justin Faulkner, Mary Halvorson, Janie Bunnett, The Huntertones, Surface to Air, Aerial Photograph and The West Philadelphia Orchestra.Įrnest Stuart is the Founder/Artistic Director of the Center City Jazz Festival. The event offers a true festival atmosphere, with spirited crowds enjoying the cool vibes and sheer joy of good music. From that start, the festival has continued to grow, with more than 100 acts having performed before thousands of fans. Made possible through a visionary Kickstarter campaign, the first festival raised more than $17,000 from individuals passionate about the future of jazz and its role as a major cultural force in Philadelphia. Featuring 17 musical acts from Philadelphia and New York, the festival set the tone for future events by providing easy access with four venues located within blocks of one another in the bustling downtown area. The inaugural Center City Jazz Festival took place in 2012 with music lovers turning out in large numbers for a celebration of outstanding music. Producing sponsors for the event include Jazz Philadelphia, PECO and Turtle Studios. The lineup is still being finalized, so fans should check the festival’s website for details.”ĬCJF is sponsored by WRTI 90.1, a public radio station licensed to serve Philadelphia and is a service of Temple University. We think the fans are going to be very excited with what we have in store. "For the first time, we will have events presented by CCJF starting the Thursday before the festival. We wanted to do something extra-special this year to commemorate this occasion," said the festival’s founder/artistic director, Ernest Stuart. "We couldn’t be happier to return to downtown Philadelphia and bring live music to jazz enthusiasts. Coinciding with Philadelphia Jazz Appreciation Month, CCJF presents nearly 20 acts at multiple venues, all within walking distance of one another in the heart of Center City.īecause the festival has sold out in previous years, it is highly recommended that patrons purchase their tickets in advance at An all-access pass is only $20 in advance ($25 day of the event) and allows admission to all events at the one-day event. The festival provides eclectic offerings sure to please all jazz aficionados and anyone who appreciates good music. Exceptional artists slated to appear include Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist Jeannie Brooks Louis Fouché, saxophonist with The Late Show Band on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” 2019 winner of the “Downbeat” critics poll in the category of "Rising Star bassist" jazz double bassist Dezron Douglas Professor Brent White, trombonist and Director of the Jazz Orchestra and Jazztet at Drexel University.Īlso performing will be an impressive line-up of homegrown talent including saxophonist/vocalist Max Swan and Chris Beck, noted world-renowned drummer. Forced to go dark for three years due to the pandemic, CCJF will be back on Saturday, April 22, in an electrifying multi-venue extravaganza that showcases some of today's most accomplished talent.ĬCJF is one of the most anticipated annual events on Philadelphia's music calendar. Philadelphia (Wednesday, March 8) – The Center City Jazz Festival (CCJF) will be back for its ninth year after Philadelphia-area jazz fans clamored for its return.
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