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Featured Performances at
the 15th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival
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.
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Jul 21, 2026
Learning from Legends: Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers Are Coming to High Point
Some concerts change the way you hear music. Some conversations change the way you think about it. The 3rd Annual Coltrane JazzFest Masterclass Series promises to do both. On Friday, September 4, 2026 at 7pm, Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers take the stage at High Point Theatre for an evening that’s part performance, part […]
Jul 16, 2026
Coltrane JazzFest To Host Inaugural Golf Experience for 15th Anniversary
Join us for the Inaugural Coltrane JazzFest Golf Experience on Friday, September 4 at the Grandover Resort as we tee-off the 15th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival (JCIJBF). This charitable golfing event takes place at the heart of the Grandover Resort, where two Championship Courses—the East and West, co-designed by David Graham […]
Feb 28, 2026
Ledisi
Ledisi: A Voice of Soul, Strength, and Timeless Inspiration When Ledisi steps onto the stage at the 15th Anniversary John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival on Sunday, September 6, audiences can expect more than a performance—they will experience a masterclass in soul, storytelling, and vocal brilliance. The Grammy Award–winning vocalist has long been celebrated […]
Feb 28, 2026
Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers
From child prodigies to Grammy-winning innovators, Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers stand as one of the most extraordinary family ensembles in modern music. The Brothers will ignite the stage on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026 at the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival. FAMILY AFFAIR Their journey began in 1966 with their first public […]
Feb 27, 2026
The Lao Tizer Band
Lao Tizer has built a career by refusing to recognize musical boundaries. The Colorado-bred, Los Angeles-based keyboardist, composer, and bandleader has emerged as one of contemporary jazz’s most adventurous voices, blending jazz, world music, rock, funk, soul, and sophisticated orchestration into a sound that is both globally inspired and unmistakably his own. The Lao Tizer […]
Feb 27, 2026
Ravi Coltrane
Ravi Coltrane will take the stage on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, at the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival as part of the celebration honoring the 100th anniversary of his father’s birth. The appearance promises to be more than a tribute concert. It will be a living continuation of the adventurous spirit that made […]