BRONZEVILLE JAZZ FEST WILL TAKE PLACE AUG. 6TH

Smooth Willie Fultz
Smooth Willie Fultz

 BRONZEVILLE JAZZ FEST WILL TAKE PLACE AUG. 6TH

CHICAGO – On Saturday, Aug. 6, Martin Luther King Drive from 39th to 37th will be alive with music during the Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Fest. Curated by music producer Frank Goss III, the festival pay homage to the historical neighborhood of Bronzeville, known for its rich music history of Jazz and Blues
influenced and powered by the Great Migration of African-Americans from the South to North in the 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s.

The Bronzeville Jazz Fest will feature live music from local musicians Julia Huff, Reggie Foster, Smooth Willie Fultz and Audley Reed, alongside products from local vendors, food trucks including Anointed Appetiteand Harold’s Chicken, and more.

The event will be emceed by Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board certified Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, who will talk between sets about mental health issues including depression, anxiety, brain health, and more. Dr. Durr has provided care largely to the vulnerable, uninsured and underserved in a variety of clinical
settings throughout her career and in her current role as a Psychiatrist at the Will County Community Health Center in Illinois.

“Chicago has such a rich history of jazz and this year’s fest showcases the diverse tapestry of jazz and nurtures the next generation of jazz performers in our great city,” said Frank Goss.

“We are also honored to have Dr. Durr join to share her expertise and holistic-collaborative approach to mind-body wellness.”
Goss, Bronzeville Helping Hand (Non-profit beneficiary of the festival) partnered with Mariano’s Bronzeville location, and AARP to feature local favorites found at Mariano’s. Guests samples and meet the teams behind, Two Fish To-Go, Tastetelli, Signature Sweets Factory, Solomon’s and more.

“We’re excited that the sounds of Chicago will be heard all along King Drive on August 6th for the Bronzeville Jazz Fest. At Mariano’s, we pride ourselves on building community via arts, music and culture. This event is more than a festival, it’s a community that comes together to celebrate music, our city and each other,” said Amanda Puck, Director of Strategic Brand Development, Mariano’s.

Musician Schedule:
● 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. -A udley Reed
● 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. - Julia Huff
● 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. - Willie Fultz
● 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. - Reggie Foster

Free NFTs (limited Inaugural collection) will be given to everyone over the age of 14 who attends the Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Festival.

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