Western Michigan University John Stites Jazz Festival
The 45th Annual Jazz Festival
Saturday, March 6, 2027
Special Guest, Ralph Alessi Quartet
Ralph Alessi - Trumpet
Matt Mitchell - Piano
John Hébert - Bass
Ches Smith - Drums
https://ralphalessi.com/
The Western Michigan University John Stites Jazz Festival is a high school jazz festival that welcomes both big bands and combos. Student groups gain valuable performance experience as they are adjudicated by our WMU jazz faculty in an encouraging and inspiring atmosphere. More info about participation.
High school bands perform
Saturday, March 6, 2027
All Day and FREE to the public
Closing Concert
Saturday, March 6, 2027, 7:30 p.m.
Featuring the top high school big band and combo, as well as the Ralph Alessi Quartet and the WMU Jazz Orchestra.
All events take place at Western Michigan University's Dalton Center.