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(Photo courtesy of Tucson Jazz Festival)

Tucson Jazz Festival Returns this January to Downtown Tucson

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December 15, 2023
By Sam Jump
By Matt Sterner

"Jazz music will take you on an unexpected and delightful journey."

The countdown begins for the 10th season of “Jazz in January” — nine days of live music. From Friday, January 12 – Saturday, January 20, the HSL Properties Tucson Jazz Festival returns to multiple locations around downtown Tucson. 

From mainstage performances at venues like the Fox Tucson Theatre, the Rialto Theatre, Centennial Hall, Hotel Congress Plaza, and Linda Ronstadt Hall. There will also be intimate presentations at locations like 191 Toole, Bahti Indian Arts, and Tucson’s very own jazz club, The Century Room, which is hosting 14 shows throughout the festival. 

(Photo courtesy of The Century Room)

Jam sessions at the Century Room where festival talents regularly show up and sit in late-night shows are not to be missed.

Jazz-themed Food & Beverages

A new addition this year, and in collaboration with Tucson Foodie, is live jazz shows at many locally-owned restaurants throughout Tucson with some offering jazz-themed dishes and cocktails as well.  Stay tuned for the full list of the participating businesses as we inch closer to January.

This year’s theme, “Join the Party,” is in the spirit of a New Orleans celebration — each day unfolding with new delights, offering a variety of jazz styles, featuring the top jazz musicians in the world. Festival Executive Director Khris Dodge is excited about the depth of programming planned for this year. 

“Whether this is your first festival with us or your 10th, we invite you to be part of something special,” said Dodge. “You don’t have to be a lover or connoisseur of jazz to enjoy the festival. There is nothing greater than experiencing any music live; jazz music will take you on an unexpected and delightful journey. Join us on that journey and I guarantee you will enjoy the ride.”

The complete schedule of jazz shows is now live online. For tickets and additional information visit tucsonjazzfestival.org.

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Sam Jump is a conduit of empowerment and connection, fueled by her drive to leave a mark on the world that reminds others of the power of compassion, curiosity, and community. Her ability to integrate clear vision and mindful communication as she intuitively bridges people and resources has proven invaluable within any role she has assumed.

Sam is a Jane of all trades with experience that has spanned the restaurant and brewery industry and expanded to include event production and management, marketing, copywriting, and support throughout the nonprofit sector. Whether creating or integrating processes and systems, supporting teams and CEOs, or amplifying morale, Sam roots her work in integrity and open-mindedness. Her current work with Tucson Foodie amplifies multiple passions and provides her the opportunity to serve local creatives and food lovers within her desert-dwelling community.

When Sam isn’t bringing work projects to life, she can be found moving to the groove at local shows, adventuring with her partner and their ever-curious Beagle companion, Polly Esther, researching topics that thrill her, lifting weights, or cruising around town on her bike.

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