The culture of the Five Points neighborhood comes alive during Black History Month with Jazz Roots. Explore the history of music in Five Points and its connection to legendary musicians and performers on Saturday, February 18 & 25, 2023. There will be live conversations, jazz poets, live music, a jazz dance class and even jazz and yoga. Most events are FREE, though a few are donation based.
Here’s the Jazz Roots schedule:
February 18, 2023: Jazz music you can chill to and relax.
At Spangalang Brewery from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Live conversations hosted by KUVO
- Live Jazz music by Wil Alston Group
- Jazz Poets
At the Lydian from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Cocktails and live Jazz music by Gabriel Mervine Trio
Additional activities:
At Urban Sanctuary, at 10:30 a.m.
- Full Circle Live Jazz and Yoga
February 25, 2023: Jazz music you can dance to and enjoy.
At Cervantes’ Other Side from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Jazz line dance class (Shim Sham), youth showcase of Jazz dance (Swing)
- Live Jazz music by Taryn Newborne and The Real Deal
At Goed Zuur from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Live Swing music by Jeremy Mohney
At the Lydian from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Cocktails and live jazz music by Danette Hollowell and The Old Souls
Additional activities:
At Urban Sanctuary, at 7:30 p.m.
- Flower Power Jazz Yoga (adults only)