About Us
INWOOD JAZZ FESTIVAL
Bringing jazz all the way UP Uptown
The Inwood Jazz Festival has a clear objective: to provide support for jazz artists and the artistic community in their post-pandemic recovery. By organizing live performances, the festival helps these artists regain their financial stability while keeping the tradition of performing arts alive. Additionally, the festival aims to enrich the community by offering vibrant outdoor events that showcase the cultural richness of jazz. This not only benefits the Inwood neighborhood but also creates a positive impact on the wider community. Ultimately, the Inwood Jazz Festival serves as a platform for economic stimulus, artistic preservation, and community engagement.
Aaron Scott
Inwood Jazz Founder and Curator
Meet IJF Founder and Curator Aaron Scott - Jazz Artist, longtime musical associate of McCoy Tyner, three-time Grammy winner, Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres and a proud resident of Inwood. On this occasion, he has put together a stellar line up of renowned jazz artists, featuring the legendary Billy Harper Quintet. Talk about jazz legends!
photo credit: Chris Drukker.
Virginia Peace Arnold
Co-Organizor
Barbara Schnoor
Volunteer Coordinator
Meet this Year's Artists
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Meet Last Year's Artists
Advisory Board
Robert Robbins
Martin Collins
Dana Hanchard
Morana Mesic
Rachelle Scott
Randy Simons
Jarvis Tyner
Lydia Bassett
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU!
Baldo Sound Design ENT LLC - Staging, Sound, Backline Equipment
Tom Bosco, owner - Inwood Farm Restaurant
Dana Hanchard - Community Outreach
The Department of Cultural Affairs
Billy Harper - LYHARP Music
Carl Nelson - Drums Along The Hudson
Rachelle Scott - Web Design
Clarie Zimmerman - Graphic Design
Randy Simon - Videography
Acknowledgement of Support
IPRP 1970, Inc. proudly presents the Inwood Jazz Festival (IJF). We gratefully acknowledge the NYC Parks Department!
This project is made possible in part with funds from:
Chamber Music America (CMA), The Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC), The Howard Gilman Foundation (HGF), The Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone (UMEZ), State Assembly Member Manny De Los Santos, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, New York City Tourism Foundation, Medical Center Neighborhood Fund, The Puffin Foundation,
Jazz Foundation of America and supporters like you!
We’re also immensely grateful for the generous contributions and partnerships of:
WGBO 88.3 FM, ALL*ARTS created by The WNET Group, The New York Times, The NYC Jazz Record, WKCR 89.9 FM, WFUV 90.7 FM, Lyharp Music LLC, Robert C Arnold (CPA), Inwood Farm, CHOCnyc, Inwood Bagels, Kuro Kirin,
Evydent Dentistry, Grandpa’s Pizza, Annette Aguilar & String Beans, C-Town, Amores Cafe, JG & Tony Automobile Repair.
Their unwavering support plays a crucial role in creating an unforgettable experience for our community.
Our Current and Past Supporters
