The 2024 jazz music festival schedule includes the Hyde Park Jazz Festival, Jazz:Re:Found Festival, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, the Newport Jazz Festival, the Telluride Jazz Festival, plus many more. These festivals are jazz-forward, or contain elements of the jazz genre that originated in the late 19th to early 20th century in the United States. Jazz is a dynamic and improvisational genre that has shaped the musical landscape worldwide. Rooted in African American traditions, jazz is characterized by its emphasis on individual expression, improvisation, and complex harmonies. Featuring instruments like the trumpet, saxophone, piano, and double bass, jazz spans various styles, including swing, bebop, and fusion. Pioneering figures like Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Miles Davis have defined the genre, while contemporary artists continue to push their boundaries. Jazz's ability to blend diverse influences and its role in cultural innovation make it a timeless and influential form of musical expression.
New Orleans
Apr 16-19, 2026 
