Welcome to Indy Jazz Fest 2024
Welcome to the 2024 edition of the Indy Jazz Fest! Before we dive into the updates and events lined up for this year, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made Indy Jazz Fest 2023 such an incredible experience. Your support, passion, and love for all things jazz music truly made it a celebration to remember. With that in mind, we are thrilled to announce that the festivities will return this year for two exhilarating weeks, from September 16th to the 28th!
As we embark on another year of celebrating the vibrant world of jazz music, we want to let you know about some new projects and initiatives. One of the most notable additions is the launch of our brand-new YouTube channel. By subscribing, you'll gain free access to past performances, recaps of previous fests, and interviews with our favorite musicians, all from the comfort of your home. We've designed this channel with your convenience in mind. All you have to do is hit that subscribe button and you’re free to watch away!
But that's not all—if videos aren’t your thing, you’ll be happy to know we're also committed to keeping our audience engaged and informed through our official blog. These blogs are for everyone, whether you're a die-hard jazz enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the genre. We’ll be treating you all to that is happening in Indiana and the world of Jazz, so stick around—you never know what you might learn.
For example, did you know that Richmond, Indiana is considered to be the birthplace of recorded jazz? From 1916 to 1934, Richmond’s own Gennett Recording Studios recorded the work of jazz musicians of all kinds, including legends like Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, and Jelly Roll Morton. Unlike other recording companies, Gennett worked with both black and white clients, allowing the genre to be pioneered by an authentic, diverse group of talented musicians. By stocking their recordings in the piano stores Gennett’s parent company owned, the studio allowed jazz music to reach new heights of worldwide popularity, ensuring millions of new people had access to the magic of jazz. Though it was only open for two decades, the impact Gennett had on the jazz scene was historic. It’s thanks to them that jazz music is as popular as it is today.
Richmond, Indiana Mural © Wagon Pilot Adventures
And that’s just the first bit of Indiana jazz history we have for you. Stay tuned, because we'll be rolling out new content regularly, ensuring you're always in the loop about the latest Indy Jazz Fest happenings. Whether you're reading this in the heart of Indianapolis or halfway around the globe, we're excited to embark on this musical journey with you. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rhythms, melodies, and electrifying energy that define the essence of jazz. Let’s make this an unforgettable year!
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