Join WJCT Public Media and the Jacksonville Music Experience for a panel discussion on various topics illuminating jazz’s history and contemporary vibrancy in Jacksonville and beyond. Then, enjoy a live performance with Ulysses Owens, Jr. & friends. This event coincides with the premiere of Jazz Beyond Tradition, a new two-hour program hosted by Jacksonville-bred, Grammy Award-winning musician and educator Ulysses Owens, Jr. and award-winning radio and podcast personality Keanna Faircloth

Host : Ulysses Owens, Jr. Panelists :

• Keanna Faircloth – radio & podcast personality, writer, artist advocate

• Josh Floyd – owner Josephine, founder of jazz-focused Lounge Series

• Tracey Morris – saxophonist, educator, director Morris Music Academy

• Cara Murphy – owner/operator Blue Jay Listening Room

• Mr. Al Pete – musician, podcaster, journalist, founder The MPN Network

• Jeanetta Cebollero – bandleader, promoter, owner Chez L’Amour

• Yhang Quintero – owner/operator Wildcrafters, Wildcrafters Jazz Jam Series

Performance : Ulysses Owens, Jr. & Friends

6:00-6:30 pm – Reception (cash bar, food truck), performance by UNF Jazz Trio led by Pablo Duque. | 6:30-7:30 pm – Panel discussion and audience Q&A | 7:30-9:00 pm – Jazz Jam hosted by Ulysses Owens, Jr.

Link for more info | Free with registration