The bass virtuoso gave a neo-soul jazz masterclass at Kodak Hall on June 26.
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June Editor’s Letter | Red Headed Stranger
On Willie Nelson’s bandana, more than a decade of jazz fest coverage โ and getting out there for the arts.
Finding heaven
A year after family tragedy sidelined their tour, โTexicanโ rock band Los Lonely Boys plays Parcel 5 on June 26.
A 2025 Rochester International Jazz Festival primer
The basics on the 22nd annual fest, which runs June 20-28.
From classroom to concert
Two college students will lead ensembles at the Rochester International Jazz Festival this year.
Jazz Fest gets weird โ in a good way
Neo-funk fusion, ASMR electronica and free improv color this yearโs lineup.
Smokey Robinson will perform at Rochester International Jazz Festival, despite allegations
The Motown icon, accused of sexual assault by four former housekeepers, is the headlining act on June 20.
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Best of Rochester Staff Picks: Arts & Entertainment
A standout set designer, an up-and-coming choreographer, a local Elvis impersonator and more.
Best of Rochester Staff Picks: Recreation
A few things at the top of our to-do lists, from seeing a college hoops star and finding a hidden neighborhood library to the ideal date and an exploratory YouTube channel.
Best Of Rochester Staff Picks: Food & Drink
A NY Happy Meal, a weeknight sushi escape, a soft pretzel worth driving for and more โ here’s what was on our radar in 2024.






