Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival begins Friday
An electric month of local vibes and community events arrives Friday as the 14th annual Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival begins at the historic Bliss Mansion, launching an 18-day, jam-packed schedule featuring original jazz music and various art and film gatherings at multiple venues around the capital city.
The opening event is Friday, August 4, at Bliss Mansion, 608 Elizabeth St. The show runs from 4 to 8:30 p.m., with multiple activities including Art on the Porch, a demonstration of art sculpting by Mischell Riley and acrylic flow painting by William Smith, a proud award winner of the Jazz & Beyond cover art contest.
Local talented artists such as: Cyndy Brenneman (watercolors), Rose Yeaman (dolls), Mischell Riley (sculpture), Kim VanZyl (tangle wonders), Deborah Stevenson (oil, watercolor), Kristy Dial (gourds), and Miss Dixie (vintage bus), will sell and showcase their art to all.
Kantu Inka will follow the art show by presenting Peruvian Andean music from 4-6 p.m. Sharing his craft and culture to over 26,000 students of all ages in schools, universities, libraries and at many other venues throughout Nevada, California and Colorado.
Cherie and John Shipley and Take This Band will conclude the festivities from 6:30- 8:30 p.m. in the garden. Jamming out to customized original versions of jazz, R&B, and other favorite musical styles.
Another notable event during the festival is the Hohner Roadshow, which is Sunday, August 6 in the BAC from 3:30- 6 p.m. The show is a mix of performance, teaching, and demonstration of how to play the harmonica. Displays, hands-on constructions, and harmonica giveaways will occur during the 2.5 hour indoor presentation.
David Bugli, President of the Mile High Jazz Band Association, described the mission and overall outlook on the program.
“Jazz & Beyond is a homegrown event celebrating the talent of our region and relying on many local music fans who donate their time and effort," Bugli said. "Sponsors and volunteers help us make the event one of the best in the area, and keep most performances admission free."
The link below is a schedule for every event and time during the festival, which runs through Aug. 21
http://milehighjazz.com/J&B_schedule_2017.htm
There will be no charge for the upcoming events, food trucks will be on site providing delicious entrees and refreshments.
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