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Day 4 at the Rochester International Jazz Festival brought together musicians of all backgrounds and skill sets.
Rochester Beacon (https://rochesterbeacon.com/category/culture/page/7/)
Day 4 at the Rochester International Jazz Festival brought together musicians of all backgrounds and skill sets.
On a humid Sunday, fans found refuge—and revelation—in the brilliance of jazz artists.
Bold sounds, packed venues, and one strange twist—Day 2 had it all.
From Sullivan Fortner’s piano improvisations to Ekep Nkwelle’s soul-stirring vocals, the night unfolded as a study in contrast and connection.
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