The tenth annual BRIC JazzFest is bringing together legends, rising stars, and emerging artists to Downtown Brooklyn–a jazz aficionado’s dream!
Taking place Thursday, October 17 to Saturday, October 19, this acclaimed musical festival is one of BRIC’s premiere performing arts programs. It’s themed as “A Decade of Discovery,” for its anniversary.
Spanning across three days showcasing 18 performances, this year’s unbelievable lineup features acclaimed vocalists, producers, and saxaphone sensations–among many other talented musicians.
Each artist pushes the boundaries of the jazz genre, some through the influence of different genres and others through their own personal musical style.
A glance at each day’s lineup includes:
Thursday
- Brandee Younger
- Gary Bartz
- Kassa Overall
- Josh Johnson
- Milena Casado
- Mali Obomsawin
Friday
- Makaya McCraven
- Daniel Villareal
- Terri Lyne Carrington
- Caroline Davis
- Sarah Hanahan
- Ebban & Ephraim Dorsey
- Panel: “Next Jazz Legacy – Why Intergenerational Collaboration and Radical Inclusion are Essential Anchors for a Vibrant and Enduring Jazz Future”
Saturday
- Reggie Workman
- Allysha Joy
- Lakecia Benjamin
- Amir ElSaffar and Lorenzo Bianchi-Hoesch: Inner Spaces
- Joaquin Pozo
- A special jam session honoring jazz drummer Casey Benjamin curated by NYC party and live music experience The Jungle
Located in the former Strand Theatre, BRIC House is Brooklyn’s 40,000 square foot multi-disciplinary arts and media complex. They bring together both emerging and established artists, allowing them to create work that deepens their practice and engages the diverse communities of the borough.
You can see the full lineup and find more information on their website here.
📍 : BRIC House – 647 Fulton Street, Brooklyn
📅 : Thursday, October 17 – Saturday, October 19