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the 15th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival
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September 2-3, 2023
Gates Open at 3pm
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(336) 819-JAZZ (5299)
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Oak Hollow – High Point, NC
1841 Eastchester Drive
High Point, NC 27265
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(336) 819-JAZZ (5299)
Saturday & Sunday, September 5-6 2026
The John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival, named in honor of the legendary saxophonist, brings the spirit of Coltrane’s groundbreaking influence on jazz, blues, R&B, rock, and hip-hop to High Point, NC—the city where his musical journey began. Set against the backdrop of Oak Hollow Park’s serene lake and lush surroundings, this festival honors Coltrane’s legacy with world-class performances while introducing a new generation of artists. Whether you’re a long-time jazz fan or discovering new sounds, join us for a weekend where history, music, and nature harmonize.
2024 Recap
2023 Recap
Aug 13, 2025
Coltrane Jazz Fest, Amplified!
Snarky Puppy Masterclass and West End Mambo Amplify the 14th Annual Coltrane Jazz Fest The John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival has always been about more than great performances about connection, creativity, and community. This year, festival organizers are turning up the excitement with two dynamic additions that promise to make the 14th annual […]
Aug 3, 2025
Bassist John Brown Comes Home
For bassist and educator John Brown, leading the NC Coltrane All-Star Band at the John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival isn’t just another gig—it’s a homecoming wrapped in legacy, love, and reverence. There’s something sacred about returning to a place that shaped your beginnings—especially when that place carries the spirit of a legend like […]
Jun 28, 2025
Dyana Williams: Trailblazer, Advocate and Icon
Dyana Williams is a powerhouse whose voice has amplified Black music for over five decades. She co-founded what is now celebrated as African American Music Appreciation Month in 1979 alongside Kenny Gamble and Ed Wright. Her advocacy helped secure a White House proclamation and later co-authored House Concurrent Bill 509, officially recognizing the cultural and […]
Mar 15, 2025
Inspired Student Contest Winners
A group of North Carolina middle and high school student musicians stood on stage, beaming with pride, next to the instruments they’d won in the 2024 John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival Student Instrument Contest. Their families and thousands in the audience cheered their accomplishment. It was a special moment, a moment repeated at every […]
Jan 19, 2025
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., "Jazz Speaks for Life"
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy extends far beyond his pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement. His profound admiration for jazz music and its power to unite people across racial divides had a significant impact on the jazz musicians of his day and the evolution of jazz music itself. IN HIS OWN WORDS “Jazz […]
Aug 14, 2024
Dyana Williams: Media and Cultural Architect
This past June, Dyana Williams photo was on the cover of HITS Magazine with the caption “The Mother of Black Music Month.” Williams and her associates spearheaded the effort to have the cultural and creative contributions of African American artists formally recognized. For more than 50 years, she has served as the catalyst for presenting […]