JOHNSON CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL
April 17 & 18, 2026
8th Annual Celebration of Jazz at ETSU Martin Center's Powell Recital Hall
The Johnson City Jazz Festival presents two exciting nights of world-class jazz as part of its 8th Annual four-day festival. Join us at 8:00 PM on Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18 for performances by four outstanding ensembles.
Friday, April 17 (8 to 10PM)
• The Moon Unit – A Durham, NC guitar trio blending jazz, funk, and progressive rock
with high-energy improvisation.
• The Emma Hedrick Quintet – Internationally acclaimed, award-winning jazz vocalist
and composer known for her original sound and performances across the U.S. and Europe.
www.emmahedrick.com
Saturday, April 18 (8 to 10PM)
• The Vance Thompson Quintet – Led by Grammy-nominated bandleader and founder of the
Knoxville Jazz Orchestra. www.vancethompsonmusic.com
• The Steve LaSpina Quintet – Featuring the renowned New York bassist who has performed
with jazz legends including Stan Getz, Chet Baker, Jim Hall and Benny Carter. www.stevelaspina.com
Experience exceptional regional and nationally recognized jazz artists in one of the area’s premier performance venues.
TICKETS
General Admission Tickets - $35.00 (+ tax & fees)
Two Show Package - $60.00 (+ tax & fees)
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
SHOW - 8:00pm
DOORS - 7:00pm
LOCATION
ETSU Martin Center - Powell Recital Hall
1320 W State of Franklin Rd, Johnson City, TN 37614
GET DIRECTIONS
JOHNSON CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL INFO
Johnson City Jazz Festival Website
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