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JESS WILLIAMS

Culture

Chasing cool moments on a sweltering day

By JESS WILLIAMS | 16 hours ago

On a humid Sunday, fans found refuge—and revelation—in the brilliance of jazz artists.

Culture

Organ grooves, vibraphone sparks, and a country pop detour

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 22, 2025

Bold sounds, packed venues, and one strange twist—Day 2 had it all.

Community

Tour de Cure gears up to ride again

By JESS WILLIAMS | July 17, 2023

The annual fundraising event for the American Diabetes Association, postponed due to poor air quality from Canadian wildfires, is now slated for July 22.

Culture

Jazz Fest ends on a bright note

By JESS WILLIAMS | July 2, 2023

The crowds remained undeterred in their celebration of music in downtown Rochester.

Culture

Magical moments on Day 8

By JESS WILLIAMS | July 1, 2023

A piano duo, a jazz trio and an orchestra added flair to a hazy Friday evening at the Jazz Fest.

Culture

Harnessing vocal power

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 30, 2023

On Day 7 of the Jazz Fest, vocalists mesmerized audiences with cadence, harmony and feeling.

Culture

Captivating sounds fill downtown

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 29, 2023

Catherine Russell’s performance added joy, while Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers packed Parcel 5.

Culture

A night of emotion and celebration

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 28, 2023

Energetic performances kept audiences on their feet on RIJF’s fifth day.

Culture

On Day 4, the excitement keeps buzzing

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 27, 2023

From the NYChillharmonic to American Patchwork Quartet, musicians, groups kept Jazz Fest audiences enthralled.

Culture

Taking flight with harmonious mastery

By JESS WILLIAMS | June 26, 2023

Day 3 at the Jazz Fest was a musical feast with piano, saxophone, bluegrass and folk.

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