Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival

Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival The longest running
Jazz Festival in St. Louis.

2022 Schedule and Lineup Announcements:

Kick off the musical weekend with Carolbeth True and Friends on Friday night at 7:30pm at the Webster Groves Presbyterian Church, 45 West Lockwood. Saturday at the Gore Stage:
Webster Groves High School Jazz Band (noon to 1pm)
Jazz Docs (1:30 to 2:45pm);
Webster University Faculty Jazz Ensemble (3:15 to 4:30pm)
Matt "The Rattlesnake" Lesch Band (5:00 to

6:15pm)
Bach to the Future (6:45 to 8pm)
Marquise Knox (8:30 to 10:30pm)

On the Allen Stage:
Aubory Bugg (noon to 12:45pm)
Blues City Swing (1:15 to 2:30pm)
Walter Parks (3:00 to 4:15pm);
Harvey Lockhart and the Collective (4:45 to 6pm)
Donna Herula (6:30 to 7:45pm)
The Erin Bode Group (8:15 to 10pm).

Did you leave something behind at the Jazz Fest this weekend? Message us and let us know if one of these items is yours!
09/23/2025

Did you leave something behind at the Jazz Fest this weekend? Message us and let us know if one of these items is yours!

We are very disappointed to announce that due to weather concerns, the Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival has been canc...
09/20/2025

We are very disappointed to announce that due to weather concerns, the Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see you again in 2026!

UPDATE: unfortunately, we have had to CANCEL today's event. We apologize for the disappointment and hope to see you agai...
09/20/2025

UPDATE: unfortunately, we have had to CANCEL today's event. We apologize for the disappointment and hope to see you again in 2026.

What's On Tap Today on the Onder Law Gore Avenue Stage

1:00 pm | WGHS Jazz Band

2:30 pm | Lynn O’Brien & Friends

4:20 pm | Walter Parks & Swamp Cabbage

6:10 pm | Gospel Hour: Combined Voices

8:00 pm | Lamontay Rucker

8:30 pm | Marquise Knox

UPDATE: unfortunately, we have had to CANCEL today's event. We apologize for the disappointment and hope to see you agai...
09/20/2025

UPDATE: unfortunately, we have had to CANCEL today's event. We apologize for the disappointment and hope to see you again in 2026.

What's On Tap Today on the James Carlton Allen Avenue Stage

1:00 pm | Andy Coco’s NOLA Funk and Rhythm & Blues

2:45 pm | Soulard Blues Band

4:30 pm | Andrew Meyer Quintet

6:15 pm | Jim Manley

8:00 pm | Miss Jubilee

Make a Day of It and grab some food from one our delicious vendors! Or support one of our neighboring restaurants. Enjoy...
09/20/2025

Make a Day of It and grab some food from one our delicious vendors! Or support one of our neighboring restaurants. Enjoy the Day!

14 year old blues prodigy Lamontay Rucker burst onto the scene with his first stage performance at the 2024 Big Muddy Bl...
09/20/2025

14 year old blues prodigy Lamontay Rucker burst onto the scene with his first stage performance at the 2024 Big Muddy Blues Festival. His first Old Webster Jazz & Blues Festival performance followed a few weeks later. Please give Lamontay a warm welcome back to the Onder Law Stage at 8:00 pm on Saturday, September 20!

On Saturday, September 20, The Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival is thrilled to welcome back the Onder Law Stage Combi...
09/19/2025

On Saturday, September 20, The Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival is thrilled to welcome back the Onder Law Stage Combined Voices & The Band! Featuring the vocal and musical talents filled with joyful enthusiasm, members of the band have brought years of beautiful gospel music to not only the churches of St. Louis but national and international faith-based venues.

The group’s origins began in the Webster/Kirkwood communities over 25 years ago and continue to bring joy, energy, and authenticity to gospel music. Their performance pays tribute to the gospel music that is the foundation of the jazz and blues genres featured for decades in the annual Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival.

Saturday, September 20, 4:20 pm on the Onder Law Stage! Walter Parks, long-time guitarist/sideman for Woodstock legend R...
09/19/2025

Saturday, September 20, 4:20 pm on the Onder Law Stage!

Walter Parks, long-time guitarist/sideman for Woodstock legend Richie Havens reunites with the original Swamp Cabbage cast – Matt Lindsey on bass and Jagoda on drums. A old-school deep-south trio that re-formed in the Covid after Lindsey had a heart transplant, Jagoda drummed for a Utah Roller Derby and Parks electrified hymns, hollers, work songs and reels from Georgia’s Okefinokee Swamp which earned him an invite to be archived into the Library of Congress.

“Swamp Cabbage … sounds like a southern rock band but “thinks” like a jazz, blues or classical trio. Harmonically, their sound is more complex than the blues. Rhythmically it’s akin to New Orleans jazz. Lyrically, they offer a comedic travelogue through Park’s North Florida upbringing, all complimented by his electric guitar style – a mélange of Scott Joplin’s ragtime and Jerry Reed’s bayou pickin.” - Amazon Editorial Review

Saturday, September 20 at 2:30 pm on the Onder Law Strage, join us for a beautiful and dynamic performance by 3 musical ...
09/19/2025

Saturday, September 20 at 2:30 pm on the Onder Law Strage, join us for a beautiful and dynamic performance by 3 musical powerhouses: vocalists Lynn O’Brien and Anita Jackson, accompanied by guitarist Pete Lombardo.

Lynn O’Brien (vocalist) is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and keynote speaker with 20+ years of professional experience. Her background includes work as a board-certified music therapist in hospital settings, intensive vocal improvisation studies with Bobby McFerrin, and keynote speaking work focused on creative arts in healthcare and women’s empowerment. Lynn’s soulful voice and engaging presence bring people together through meaningful, live experiences.

Anita Jackson (vocalist) is a St. Louis native who spent 12 years performing in New York. She has appeared in a wide range of theater, concert, and studio projects, and has recorded and performed with artists such as Bette Midler, Patti Austin, and Mariah Carey. In St. Louis, she regularly performs at venues including Jazz St. Louis, the Sheldon, and Stages St. Louis—both as a soloist and collaborator.

Pete Lombardo (guitarist) has played guitar since age 12. Originally from St. Louis, he has performed in nearly 20 countries, including as part of the United States Air Force Central Band, and has appeared at major jazz festivals. As a performer and educator with over 20 years of experience, Pete collaborates with many local groups, including his original soul-jazz quartet, “The Service.”

Saturday, September 20, 6:15 pm on the James Carlton State Farm Stage!Jim Manley, a renowned figure in the St. Louis mus...
09/19/2025

Saturday, September 20, 6:15 pm on the James Carlton State Farm Stage!

Jim Manley, a renowned figure in the St. Louis music scene, has made a significant impact as a trumpeter, composer, and recording artist and performances since the late 1970s, Manley’s dedication to his craft is evident. His ability to make the trumpet “soar, pop, sizzle, and purr” has not only earned him critical acclaim but also the admiration of listeners worldwide. As a bandleader, his leadership and musical selections consistently bring high-quality performances to the stage. Manley’s influence extends beyond live performances, with his numerous recordings as a leader and YouTube clips reaching an international audience. His passion for music and the trumpet shines through in every endeavor and performance.

Saturday, September 20 at 4:45 pm on the James Carlton State Farm Stage!Trombonist and composer Andrew Meyer, originally...
09/19/2025

Saturday, September 20 at 4:45 pm on the James Carlton State Farm Stage!

Trombonist and composer Andrew Meyer, originally from St. Louis, MO and now based in Chicago, IL, leads the Andrew Meyer Quintet. He will be presenting music from his 2024 debut album, Silver Linings: a collection of original compositions inspired by the uncertainty of the world of music during the height of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, as well as his personal experiences living in Chicago. The album reflects Andrew’s deep admiration for the hard bop sounds of the 1960s, particularly the music of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, blended with the modern jazz influences of the Chicago music scene.

Saturday, September 20 on the James Carlton State Farm Stage at 2:45 pm!Soulard Blues Band with founding member Art Dwye...
09/19/2025

Saturday, September 20 on the James Carlton State Farm Stage at 2:45 pm!

Soulard Blues Band with founding member Art Dwyer has been electrifying St. Louis audiences and running the country’s longest running blues jam since 1978. The band, anchored by Art Dwyer, is composed of a variety of preeminent musicians, each of which brings a legacy of playing that is unmatched by most of today’s musicians.

Collectively they have played with Albert Collins, Chuck Berry, Henry Townsend, Jerry Butler, Oliver Sain, Ptah Williams, Wynton Marsalis, Bobby Bland, Johnnie Johnson, The Staple Singers and many others. As Art will tell you, “Our mission always is just to leave things around a little better than we found ’em” and “blending seamlessly into the fabric of a city with a deep history in the blues.”

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Webster Groves, MO
63119

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