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Festival proceeds and Donations support music education for area youth. Including providing brand new instruments!

John Coltrane was a master musician who practiced hours daily to achieve his level of excellence.

Our efforts connect that legacy with the community of young people striving to hone their skills and develop their craft.

Friends of John Coltrane, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt public charity. All donations are tax deductible.

High Point, NC

Oak Hollow Festival Park
1841 Eastchester Dr.
High Point, NC 27265

(336) 819-JAZZ
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Labor Day Weekend September 5-6 2026

High Point, NC    |    Oak Hollow Festival Park

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The John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival

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If you are having trouble viewing the stream or you’d like to watch on your smart TV, you can check out the concert on YouTube and Facebook Live. 

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Coltrane Jazz Fest, Amplified!

Snarky Puppy Masterclass and West End Mambo Amplify the 14th Annual Coltrane Jazz Fest The John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival has always been about more than great performances about connection, creativity, and community. This year, festival…

John T. Kammerer
CPA

2019 Recap

2018 Recap

Ledisi

Ledisi

Ledisi: A Voice of Soul, Strength, and Timeless Inspiration When Ledisi steps onto the stage at the 15th Anniversary John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival on Saturday, September 5, audiences can expect more than a performance—they will experience a…

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WEST END MAMBO

WEST END MAMBO

The Friends of John Coltrane, Inc. is excited to welcome West End Mambo to the lineup for the 2025 John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival ! The fiery, nine-piece salsa band will set the stage ablaze as they kick off the second day of the Festival on…

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