Nashville Jazz Festival

The second annual **Nashville Jazz Festival** returns for two nights of jazz and improvisational music, following a sold-out debut in 2025. This year’s lineup brings together legends and rising voices across generations, including Kirk Whalum, Rod McGaha, Dara Starr Tucker, and Chester Thompson, alongside a special “Super Nova” performance featuring Bill Evans and Jeff Coffin with Keith Carlock. Presented by **Nashville Jazz Workshop**, the festival celebrates the depth and range of Nashville’s jazz community while raising funds for the organization’s year-round education programs — from first lessons to lifelong learning. Come hear where Music City’s jazz scene is headed next.

**Saturday, October 24**

Giovanni Rodriguez and 12 Manos

Sofia Goodman Septet

The Day Drinkers

Dara Starr Tucker

Bill Evans & Jeff Coffin “SUPER NOVA” featuring Keith Carlock

**Sunday, October 25**

David Williford

Chester Thompson

Rod McGaha

Kirk Whalum