Ledisi, Bob James lead 2024 Tri-C JazzFest lineup
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Soul singer Ledisi headlines the 2024 Tri-C JazzFest. Photo: Marcus Ingram/Getty Images
The Tri-C JazzFest has announced the lineup for its 45th annual event, which takes place June 20-22 at Playhouse Square.
Why it matters: This year's list includes world-renowned jazz luminaries and Grammy-winning performers.
What they're saying: "The artists in the lineup are prize-winning creatives pushing boundaries, advocating for social change and exploring the worlds of Broadway and Hollywood," festival director Terri Pontremoli said in a press release.
What's next: Festival passes to all nine ticketed concerts go on sale April 1 for $300.
- Individual tickets go on sale April 12.
If you go: 8pm June 20 at Mimi Ohio Theatre
The intrigue: The Grammy-winning a cappella group has worked with superstars such as Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder and has been inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
If you go: 5pm June 21 at Allen Theatre
The intrigue: The Houston jazz trio is led by Moran, who has composed music for films like "Selma" and "13th."
If you go: 6:30pm June 21 at Mimi Ohio Theatre
The intrigue: Salvant does it all, from singing to visual artistry, with a powerhouse voice that can handle a variety of genres, including jazz, folk and blues.
Marcus Miller/Bob James Quartet
If you go: 7:45pm June 21 at Connor Palace
The intrigue: Bassist Miller is best known for his scores for movies like "Above the Rim" and "House Party" and has worked with jazz greats like Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock.
- James is a groundbreaking keyboardist and one of the most sampled artists of all time.
If you go: 10pm June 21 at Mimi Ohio Theatre
The intrigue: The jazz-funk outfit is led by Boston native Larry Goldings, who is known for bridging the gap between jazz and genres like pop and electronic music.
Artemis/Flying Home: A Trumpet Summit
If you go: 2:30pm June 22 at Mimi Ohio Theatre
The intrigue: The show features pianist and composer Renee Rosnes' all-women, modern jazz ensemble Artemis, as well as a collective of alumni from the Tri-C Jazz Fest Academy.
Diego Figueiredo/Harold López-Nussa
If you go: 5:15pm June 22 at Allen Theatre
The intrigue: Brazilian jazz guitarist Figueiredo has been performing since he was a teenager and released more than 25 albums to date.
- Cuban pianist López-Nussa can play everything, from post-bop jazz to psychedelic rock, and recently signed with iconic label Blue Note Records.
If you go: 7:30pm June 22 at Mimi Ohio Theatre
The intrigue: Veteran jazz musician Charles Lloyd has performed with the Grateful Dead and The Beach Boys. His latest trio features Gerald Clayton and Marvin Sewell.
If you go: 9pm June 22 at Connor Palace
The intrigue: The festival closes out with its biggest name — Grammy-winner Ledisi, one of the best soul singers of this era.