The 25th ANNUAL MELTON MUSTAFA JAZZ FESTIVAL WEEKEND

(Please help us to maintain a safe event by wearing your mask, keeping a safe distance 6ft and by following the suggested guidelines given by the CDC)

• Masks are suggested.
• All seating will follow social distancing guidelines (unless tickets were bought in a family bundle).
• Temperature checks will be administered at the door.

The Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival was founded 1996 by International Jazz Trumpeter and Legend Melton Mustafa Sr. It is now considered a staple in the community and celebrates 25 years of pure Jazz. This years jazz festival is dedicated to the late Zakiyyah Mustafa and late Melton Mustafa Sr. We thank you for your dedication to the preservation of Jazz Music. This festival is a performance platform for local artists, international artists, students, educators, local businesses and the community. The MMJF25 welcomes all Jazz lovers regardless of their age, background, gender, social economic status, sexually preference, disability or education. Let's Jazz together!!!

Mustafa Jr.

MMJF25 Artists Lineup: Grammy winning artist Kirk Whalum, Grammy winning artist Dr. Ed Calle, Grammy winning artist John Daversa, International drummer Victor Lewis, Curtis Lundy Umoja Ensemble featuring Saxophonist Bobby Watson,, International Saxophonist Marcus Strickland, International Pianist Silvano Monasterios, South Florida's favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr., Vocaist Lenard Rutledge, Yamin Mustafa, James Cotman, Jim Gasior, The Legendary Melton Mustafa Orchestra, Trinidadian Jazz Trumpet Legend Etienne Charles, South Florida's Favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr., Ingrid Bazin, Calvin "Madeson" Early, Sharonda "Eccentric" Richardson, Mori Taiye, Broward College directed by Waldron Dunkley, Florida Memorial University Jazz Band directed by Diron Holloway and the University of Miami Jazz Combo, New World School of the Arts Jazz Band directed by Jim Gasior, Didier Labossiere, The Real Tracy Fields and many more!

PRE-JAZZ FESTIVAL MIXER

Jazzy Mixer - Laid back jazz social event. Great networking opportunity.

February 24, 2022 - Dunns-Josephine Hotel

6:00 - 8:00PM

Tickets: FREE

The Dunns - Josephine Hotel

1028 NW 3 Ave.

Miami, Florida 33136

877-571-9311 or 513-477-7781 email [email protected]

DAY 1

JAZZ ON THE PLAZA - LIVE JAZZ , SPOKEN WORD & SILENT ART AUCTION

February 25, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

7:00PM - 10:00PM

The Jazz on the Plaza event features Trinidadian Jazz Trumpet Legend Etienne Charles, South Florida's Favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr. Ingrid Bazin, Calvin "Madeson" Early, Sharonda "Eccentric" Richardson, Mori Taiye and many more. Silent art auction and vendors. Attire: Dress to impress (cool hats and socks are welcomed)

Tickets: VIP $40

Ticket: At the door VIP $45

*VIP Guests will sit near the performance stage and will have access to the VIP ONLY areas.

DAY 2

(Featuring Broward College Jazz Band directed by Waldron Dunkley, Florida Memorial University Jazz Band directed by Diron Holloway and the University of Miami Jazz Combo.)

JAZZ WORKSHOPS/FEATURED MIDDLE, HIGH SCHOOLS & COLLEGES

February 26, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

Tickets: $20 Individual $225. (Registered School band)

Clinicians

Victor Lewis, Bobby Watson, Curtis Lundy, Ed Calle, Marcus Strickland, Jesse Jones Jr., Lenard Rutledge

Workshop & Performance Schedule

8:30 AM- On-site Registration

9:00-9:30 AM Concert Tequesta Trace Middle School

9:30-10:00 AM Concert Featured Band TBA

10:00-10:30 AM Concert Featured Band TBA

10:30-11:00 AM Concert Olympic Height HS Jazz Band

11:00-12:00 PM Jazz Workshop (Guest Clinicians -Jesse Jones Jr., Lenard Rutledge, Bobby Watson)

12:00-1:00 PM Break ******* Lunch*******

1:00-2:00 PM Jazz Workshops (Guest clinicians - Curtis Lundy, Victor Lewis, Ed Calle, Marcus Strickland)

2:00-4:30 PM All-Star College Jazz Concert

(Featuring Broward College directed by Waldron Dunkley and the University of Miami Jazz Combo.)

Tickets: General admission $20

You can also view the workshops on ZOOM.

Day 3

5:00PM RED CARPET EVENT

(Meet and greet our featured artists on the Red Carpet)

Special Guest - New World School of the Arts Jazz Band directed by Jim Gasior

6:00PM Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival Concert

Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival Concert featuring Grammy winning artist Kirk Whalum, Grammy winning artist Dr. Ed Calle, Grammy winning artist John Daversa, International drummer Victor Lewis, Curtis Lundy Umoja Ensemble featuring Saxophonist Bobby Watson, International Saxophonist Marcus Strickland, International Pianist Silvano Monasterios, South Florida's favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr., Vocalist Lenard Rutledge, Yamin Mustafa, James Cotman, Jim Gasior , The Real Tracy Fields and The Legendary Melton Mustafa Orchestra!

Attire: Dress to impress

Tickets: General admission $40 $50 VIP $60

Tickets: At the door $45 $55 VIP $65

*VIP Guests will sit near the performance stage and will have access to the VIP ONLY areas. Masks and social distancing are suggested.

MELTON MUSTAFA JAZZ FESTIVAL

It's our 25th Anniversary!!!

25 YEARS OF LIVE JAZZ IN SOUTH FLORIDA!!!

819 NW 2nd Ave

Miami, Florida 33136

Phone Number: 786-708-4610

(Parking available in the adjacent lot.)

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Please check out our host hotel:

The Dunns - Josephine Hotel

1028 NW 3 Ave.

Miami, Florida 33136

877-571-9311 or 513-477-7781 email [email protected]

Ask for the MMJF25 rate!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater, 819 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami, United States