About Us:
Since 1972, the Wichita Jazz Festival has been celebrating the history and legacy of jazz music while encouraging and developing the next generation of musicians and helping build on the love for one of the oldest genres of music in the world. With concerts, educational opportunities and the annual festival, some of the biggest names in the genre have made their way to Wichita to pair professional players with those learning the style. The festival traditionally features performances by high school and college musicians, local artists along with regionally and nationally-known headliners, and musicians who have the opportunity to take part in masterclasses to further their knowledge of the jazz community.