Matthew Niess, Director

Shenandoah Conservatory’s annual Jazzathon returns with a new name that pays homage to Winchester’s own John Kirby, the award-winning double bassist who collaborated with jazz greats such as Billie Holiday, Dizzy Gillespie and Benny Goodman among others. The festival features a full day of jazz and blues performed at outdoor venues across campus. Enjoy food and drinks in our festival beer garden and a lineup of performances by the conservatory’s own Studio Big Band and Little Big Band, as well as special guest artists Robbie Limon, the Eric Byrd Trio, Billy Thompson, James Wood Middle School and the Boogaloo Brass Band.

Festival Schedule*

2:30PM | James Wood Middle School | Armstrong Concert Hall

3PM | Robbie Limon | Armstrong Hall Courtyard

3:30PM | Boogaloo Brass Band | Armstrong Concert Hall

4PM | Eric Byrd Trio | Armstrong Concert Hall

4:45PM | Shenandoah Conservatory Little Big Band | Armstrong Concert Hall

5:15PM | Billy Thompson | Armstrong Concert Hall

5:45PM | Shenandoah Conservatory Studio Big Band | Armstrong Concert Hall

*Schedule updated as of 1:15PM on Saturday, April 9, due to potential inclement weather.

New This Year: Digital Programs!

Shenandoah Conservatory is launching digital programs for the 2021/22 season! We’re always looking for ways to improve your audience experience and provide more ways to connect with our students, faculty and guest artists from around the world. The digital program is best viewed on your mobile or tablet device.

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Food & Drink

Enjoy food and drinks in our festival beer garden!

ACCESSIBILITY

Accommodations for disabilities may be arranged by contacting the Box Office at least three days prior to the performance.

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