The 16th Litchfield Jazz Festival, August 5 – 7, 2011

“The Litchfield” is not just a festival—it’s a jazz family. Our focus is quality in everything we do—the music, art, food and clinics.  LJF will open your ears, hearts and minds to JAZZ in all its glory – with its African, Latino, European roots. Bring your jazz family and celebrate 16 years of Litchfield Jazz, “one of the best straight-ahead jazz festivals on the map.”

Held on the beautiful grounds of Kent School in Kent, CT from August 5-7, the weekend includes a Gala in the Artist Talk Tent, three days of jazz, Artist Talks and Clinics hosted by Artist-in-Residence, Matt Wilson, student sets by Litchfield Jazz Campers, fine art and handmade crafts, kids craft corner, and fantastic food!  For the first time students under the age of 25 with a valid student ID get a $10 discount off their ticket purchase at the gate. This year’s line-up features NEA Jazz Masters, Jimmy Heath and his Big Band and Roy Haynes Fountain of Youth Band. Grammy nominated Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, The Clayton Brothers Quintet, Dr. Lonnie Smith Trio, Joe Lovano Nonet, and many more.  It’s a not-to-be-missed occasion, and all at very special prices!

And for the entire month leading up to the Festival enjoy our free jazz series, Kent Has That Jazz, with performances by Litchfield Jazz Camp’s all-star faculty and talented students.  For more information visit www.litchfieldjazzfest.com or call (860) 361-6285.

WHAT: The 16th Litchfield Jazz Festival
WHERE: Kent School, Springs Center, 1 Macedonia Road, Kent, CT 06757
WHEN: August 5 – 7, 2011
PRICES: $26 – $360, Student discount offered to students under 25 at the gate with a valid student ID