Let’s relive our Sunset Series shows
Kandace Springs
The Jazz Kitchen
September 17, 2024
Every rhythm and melody left the audience wanting more at Kandace Springs show at The Jazz Kitchen as she delivered a blend of covers, R&B, and jazz with her smooth voice and powerful piano.
Accompanied by:
Camille Gainer–Jones (drums) / Destiny Diggs Pico (bass)
Bria Skonberg
The Jazz Kitchen
September 18, 2024
Bria Skonberg unveiled her newest album “What it Means” on The Jazz Kitchen stage, featuring both her trumpet and vocal skills with the sounds of New Orleans jazz
Accompanied by
Mathis Picard (piano) / Darrian Douglas (drums) / Mark Lewandowski (bass) / Julian Lee (sax)
Aymée Nuviola
The CABARET
September 19, 2024
Aymée captivated the Indy Jazz Fest audience with an incredible vocal performance, showing everyone exactly why she’s celebrated as "La Sonera del Mundo."
Accompanied by
Kemuel Roig: piano / Julian Avila: guitar / Jose "Majito" Aguilera: percussion / Mitchell Nonnato: drums / Samuel Burgos: bass
Lakecia Benjamin
The Jazz Kitchen
September 20, 2024
Lakecia Benjamin’s performance at The Jazz Kitchen showcased her immense talent and her new album, “Phoenix Reimagined.” From the first note of her performance, Benjamin had the audience captivated, and by the end, left them wanting more.
Accompanied by:
Oscar Perez (Piano) / Elias Bailey (Bass) / EJ Strickland (Drums)
Malcolm-Jamal Warner
The Cabaret
September 21, 2024
GRAMMY Award winning poet and musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner performed at the Cabaret with his band, Miles Long, bringing a night of many musical talents and styles to the stage for an energetic and captivated audience.
Featuring:
Landon Anderson (Drums) / Rodney Edge (Keyboards) /Dashill Smith (Horn & Vocals) / Isaac Thompson (Guitar) / Saycon Sengbloh (Vocals)
Naptown Sound
The Jazz Kitchen
September 21, 2024
Naptown Sound was a night of Indy’s All Stars, celebrating and solidifying Indianapolis on the map as an vital music hub!
Featuring:
Indiana All-State Jazz Combo / Vocalease / Freddie Hubbard Tribute / Bashiri Asad / The Blue Side / Pavel & Direct Contact / SleepyNap Afro-Beat Experience
Marquis Hill
The Jazz Kitchen
September 22, 2024
Internationally renowned trumpeter Marquis Hill seamlessly blended genres in his performance at The Jazz Kitchen, showcasing his innovation, talent, and mastery of his instrument.
Accompanied by:
Joel Ross (vibes) / Mike King (keys) / Kyle Miles (bass) / Corey Fonville (drums) / Manasseh Croft (vocals)
Steve Turre - JJ at 100
The Jazz Kitchen
September 25, 2024
Steve Turre took the stage for the celebration of trombone legend JJ Johnson’s 100th birthday. Turre showcased his talent with both the trombone and seashell, delivering an entertaining and lively performance alongside local stars at The Jazz Kitchen!
Featuring:
Steve Allee (piano) / Rob Dixon (saxophone) / Nick Tucker (bass) / Kenny Phelps (drums) / Pharez Whitted (trumpet) / /Kevin Ward (trombone) / Lexi Hamner (trombone)
MonoNeon
The Jazz Kitchen
September 27, 2024
MonoNeon closed out the Sunset Series of the Indy Jazz Fest with his groovy bass lines and his signature crochet mask. His creativity, individuality and pure fun illuminated the stage, even in the face of a power outage that affected the Jazz Kitchen that night
The Grand Finale performances at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, took place on September 28th from 4pm until Chaka Khan’s set at 9:15pm!
Chaka Khan
The 10-time GRAMMY Award-winning superstar delivered a powerful and soulful performance that captivated the crowd, blending amazing vocals, pop vibes, and jazz feels with her immense talent. Her unforgettable set marked the grand finale of Indy Jazz Fest 2024, leaving thousands of fans singing and dancing all night long.
Michael Franks
A devoted fan base gathered to see Michael Franks at Everwise Amphitheater as the 80-year-old artist performed his greatest hits, including “Popsicle Toes,” with his smooth jazz/rock vocals resonating through the air.
Marcus Miller
Marcus Miller brought a captivating energy to the stage, showcasing his pure musical talent through the rhythms of jazz, R&B, fusion and soul, and leaving the audience amazed by the funk!!
Steve Allee and the Magic Hour Band
Indy based Steve Allee was the first to take the stage of the Grand Finale, joined by his band “The Magic Hour”. Steve lit it up with his fiery piano playing, compelling compositions and relentless musicality!