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

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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

CLINT HOLMES

CLINT HOLMES

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Captivating and versatile, Clint Holmes has an electrifying stage presence and a voice that resonates powerfully, mesmerizing audiences. Holmes will join Take 6 and Nnenna Freelon for an imaginative tribute to Bill Withers and Stevie Wonder called “Withers to Wonder.”...
RICHARD ELLIOT

RICHARD ELLIOT

Mar 23, 2025 | Artists, Past Performances

Richard Elliot, a Grammy® nominated saxophonist, who has been a defining force in contemporary jazz for over four decades will perform at the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025 with guitarist Peter White and trumpeter Rick...
RUTHIE FOSTER

RUTHIE FOSTER

Mar 23, 2025 | Artists, Past Performances

Ruthie Foster won her first Grammy Award this year for Best Contemporary Blues Album for the release Mileage. Her journey is as eclectic and vibrant as her soulful voice. Foster will perform songs from that album and many more of her blues, gospel, and folk tinged...
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “Jazz Speaks for Life”

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “Jazz Speaks for Life”

Jan 19, 2025 | Blog

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy extends far beyond his pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement. His profound admiration for jazz music and its power to unite people across racial divides had a significant impact on the jazz musicians of his day and the...
Gregory Porter

Gregory Porter

Jun 27, 2024 | Artists, Past Performances

Gregory Porter performances are such a hybrid of jazz, gospel, blues, and soul, that he draws audiences from across divergent demographics; age, ethnicities, and genres. It is with great joy that we announce his return for the 2024 John Coltrane International Jazz and...