John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival

John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival Sept. 5-6,2026

🎷 Two day music festival honoring jazz saxophone icon and High Point, NC native son, John Coltrane. COLTRANEJAZZFEST.COM

Two-day music festival honoring the life and legacy of jazz saxophone icon and High Point, NC native son John Coltrane featuring globally renowned jazz and blues recording artists.. Sponsored by the Friends of John Coltrane, a non-profit organization, the festival also features the presentation of new instruments to the winners of the student essay contest and a performances by the NC Coltrane All

Star Band made up of the best musicians in the Piedmont Triad. Students who are part of the NC Coltrane Jazz Workshop have the opportunity to perform the works of Coltrane and get the experience of playing before a live audience.

🎷Are you a student musician who loves jazz?Enter our Student Instrument Contest!TO ENTER:💬 Submit a video or write an es...
06/16/2026

🎷Are you a student musician who loves jazz?
Enter our Student Instrument Contest!

TO ENTER:
💬 Submit a video or write an essay
Tell us what jazz music means to you, which instrument you want to win, and why.

⏳ Deadline: July 11, 2026!

🎺 Winners will receive their instruments ON STAGE during the festival, joined by one of our world-class headliners for professional advice and encouragement!

*Open to North Carolina middle and high school students only.*

For details visit:
https://friendsofjohncoltrane.com/forms/student-instrument-contest/

06/09/2026

"I'm a moment person. Ledisi makes moments."

Be part of the moment when Ledisi takes the stage at Coltrane JazzFest on September 6th.

Get tix at www.coltranejazzfest.com

06/05/2026

📣 Calling all North Carolina student musicians with a passion for jazz!

🎷 Submissions to the Student Instrument Contest are now open!

🎶 TO ENTER:
Submit a video or essay: Tell us what music and jazz mean to you, which instrument you want to win, and how it will help you reach your goals.

☑️ Deadline: July 11, 2026!

🎺 Winners will receive their instruments ON STAGE during the festival, joined by one of our world-class headliners, for professional advice and encouragement!

*Open to North Carolina middle and high school students only.*

📍For more details visit: https://friendsofjohncoltrane.com/forms/student-instrument-contest/

05/27/2026

15 years. Countless moments. One unforgettable weekend. 🎶

🎷From legendary performances to joyful community, from first-time festivalgoers to lifelong jazz lovers...here’s a quick glimpse of the last 15 years at Coltrane JazzFest.

Thank you for being part of our story.

Here’s to our next unforgettable weekend, September 5-6, as we officially celebrate 15 years!

🚂 Join us and Catch the Trane to 15 at www.coltranejazzfest.com

You help make a difference in kids’ lives.🪊 Each year we’re able to place instruments into the hands of aspiring young m...
05/22/2026

You help make a difference in kids’ lives.

🪊 Each year we’re able to place instruments into the hands of aspiring young musicians—all thanks to your support!

🎷 Our Student Instrument Contest helps uplift middle and high school students across North Carolina with big dreams.

🎺 Winners receive brand-new instruments on the Festival stage and encouragement from global artists—turning passion into possibility.

Want to help inspire the next generation of hopeful young musicians? Consider making a contribution today for National Buy a Musical Instrument Day.

➡️ Donate here: https://friendsofjohncoltrane.com/support/

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