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Jazz St. Louis Celebrates

Jazz St. Louis Celebrates

Jazz St. Louis celebrated their 25th anniversary by elevating their annual celebration, producing a program that was equal parts gala, performance, and documentary. The hybrid of live-stream and recorded video allowed attendees and special guests to participate from all corners of the globe, attracting over seven-times the traditional gala capacity. Many notable jazz musicians like Wynton Marsalis, Christian McBride, Jeremy Davenport, Grace Kelly, and The Bad Plus contributed well-wishes, memories of JSL and performances – including a world premiere by Ann Hampton Callaway. 

Christian McBride performs at Jazz St. Louis

Christian McBride performs at Jazz St. Louis

Jeremy Davenport

Jeremy Davenport

Grace Kelly, photo by John Huet

Grace Kelly, photo by John Huet

The one-hour main event was hosted by JSL’s President & CEO Gene Dobbs Bradford and St. Louis’ own national treasure, pianist Peter Martin.

Peter Martin and Gene Dobbs Bradford

Peter Martin and Gene Dobbs Bradford

An additional hour of performance served as bookends with a welcoming set by JazzU students and an after-party concert from the legendary vocalist Denise Thimes.

Adaron-Pops-Jackson, Eric Slaughter, Denise Thimes, John King and Alex Bruce

Adaron-Pops-Jackson, Eric Slaughter, Denise Thimes, John King and Alex Bruce

Across the region, supporters hosted watch parties to enjoy the revelry including the event committee chairs Susan Sanders Block and John Russell.

Susan Sanders Block and Alex Gutirrez, photo courtesy of Susan Sanders Block

Susan Sanders Block and Alex Gutirrez, photo courtesy of Susan Sanders Block

Glen and Julie Schuster, Eric and Stephanie Vallo, Mark Anderson and Cary Hobbs

Glen and Julie Schuster, Eric and Stephanie Vallo, Mark Anderson and Cary Hobbs

Richard and Emily Pitts and Johnny and Minga Furr, photo courtesy of Emily Pitts

Richard and Emily Pitts and Johnny and Minga Furr, photo courtesy of Emily Pitts


The Finishing Touches

The Finishing Touches

Chesterfield Husband and Wife Savor Kentucky Derby Win 

Chesterfield Husband and Wife Savor Kentucky Derby Win