Beginning this Friday, June 23, through July 1, Rochester, NY becomes the Mecca of jazz. Founded 21 years ago, the annual CGI Rochester International Jazz Fest has become a huge destination for both fans and elite artists.
This year’s stacked bill is proof of the respect the festival commands from musicians. Among the numerous acts appearing this year include Bonnie Raitt, Pat Metheny, Samara Joy, Keb’ Mo’, Trombone Shorty, Gabrielle Cavassa, Matthew Whitaker, Nellie McKay, Bruce Hornsby and too many more to mention,
How did Rochester become a jazz haven one week out of every year? “I started the festival in 2002 from Brooklyn. I’ll give
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