Taking center stage for a combination of cool jazz and blues, The Molina Fine Jewelers Scottsdale Jazz, Blues & Brews Festival presented by Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale proved a record-breaking …
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Scottsdale Jazz concert draws record crowd
(Courtesy DeMasi Photography/Scottsdale Jazz Festival)
The Molina Fine Jewelers Scottsdale Jazz, Blues & Brews Festival drew a record crowd this year, with approximately 2,700 people attending the one day event.
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Taking center stage for a combination of cool jazz and blues, The Molina Fine Jewelers Scottsdale Jazz, Blues & Brews Festival presented by Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale proved a record-breaking music festival when it hit Old Town Scottsdale on Saturday, April.
The one-day, New Orleans themed event took place in the Scottsdale Civic Center’s brand-new East Bowl, the city’s largest amphitheater. An estimated 2,700 people attended the festivities, a one-day record for the Scottsdale Jazz Fest, according to a press release.
Also exceeding prior records were the one-day food and beverage sales, which rose substantially from previous years. The cuisine also followed a southern experience showcasing the flavors of New Orleans.
The Molina Fine Jewelers Scottsdale Jazz Festival Blues & Brews Presented by Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale was part of International Jazz Day which has been recognized as a UNESCO Global event. It was founded by noted local jazz musician Doc Jones, a professional musician, educator, and recording artist for more than 40 years.
Proceeds from the festival benefited the International Jazz Day AZ Foundation, which funds music programs for at-risk youth such as Next Student Academy for the Arts, Molina’s School of Jazz, and the Doc Jones’ summer music program.
