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On Sat 6/30 at Playhouse Square, Grammy-winning rapper and actor Common will perform as part of the 39th annual Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland, presented by KeyBank. Expect a show that's sexy and soulful complete with a powerful band and backup singers.
Jazz singer Jose James will open the show with his latest project called Lean On Me: Jose James Celebrates Bill Withers. The project features Withers' top hits as well as soul ballads and rare grooves. Check out a preview here. Show begins at 8PM and tickets start at just $35. Call 216-241-6000 or click here for tickets and info!
SPONSORED: Tri-C JazzFest Outdoor Lineup Announced! Nearly 24 hours of live music showcasing the best of Northeast Ohio will take place at the summer's hottest downtown music festival, the 39th annual Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland, presented by KeyBank. Check out the nineteen bands who were selected to perform this year.
SPONSORED: Single tickets for Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland, presented by KeyBank, are now on sale! This year's festival runs June 28-30, 2018 at Playhouse Square, and the lineup is smokin'. Make sure to get your tickets early so you don’t miss out on seeing your favorite artists, or buy a festival pass to really immerse yourself in the festival atmosphere. View our lineup and start planning your weekend today!
SPONSORED: Call for Local Artists! Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland, presented by KeyBank, has put out a call for local and regional bands (jazz, blues, R&B, funk, jam, reggae) to perform on the festival's free outdoor Strassman Insurance Stage June 29-30, 2018 at Playhouse Square. Online applications will be accepted until March 26, 2018. Apply here.
Terri Pontremoli has the best job in jazz. She is the director of the Tri-C JazzFest, and CoolCleveland correspondent Stephan Haluska caught up with her at Nighttown to hear the details of their 2018 lineup.
The 39th annual Tri-C JazzFest, presented by KeyBank will take place June 28-30, 2018 at Playhouse Square and features the gamut from well-known headliners such as Terence Blanchard and Brian Simpson's Smooth Jazz All Stars, to up-and-comers like 24-year old phenom Grace Kelly.
Surprises include jazz and funk collective Snarky Puppy and Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy and Grammy-winning actor and musician Common, plus Jose James, presenting his new project celebrating Bill Withers. Plus, the outdoor stage is free all weekend long with regional music, dancing and fun. Single tickets go on sale April 2, but you can purchase a festival pass (and save $150+) or become a member now.