Jaimie Branch


Nubya Garcia Fantastic Negrito This year’s 37th annual Discover Jazz Fest kicks off the day


before with Levitate Live, a free block party event on the Top Block of Church Street, on June 5. This first day of the fest culminates with an evening show by the soulful Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, a Seattle-based group of groove aficionados that has taken off over the past year. DLO3 will follow the opening night Main Stage performance by gritty blues-rocker, two-time Grammy-winner, and NPR Tiny Desk contest champ Fantastic Negrito.


And that’s just the first two days...The rest of the fest doesn’t let up, with can’t-miss performers scheduled each day. From intrepid left-field guitarist Marc Ribot to rising UK sax modernist Nubya Garcia to fiery Chicago trumpeter Jaimie Branch to Afro-Cuban fusion player Yosvany Terry, this year’s lineup is especially stacked. The 2020 lineup presents an excellent cross-section of what jazz looks like right now, and a glimpse of where it’s heading. From up-and-coming artists to established icons, the Burlington Jazz Fest is a great opportunity to see many sides of this evolving art form all at once.


Throughout the week, nightly performances in Flynn Space will continue to be the go-to spot for serious jazz fans and anyone looking to discover some of the best artists on the scene. This 180-seat black box transforms into an intimate jazz club—an ideal setting for experiencing emerging and established artists alike. If you have never been to Flynn Space during the festival, add it to your list. It’s a must.


Stoking audience engagement beyond the main venues has been a hallmark of the festival since it began in 1984. We are pleased to continue this tradition in 2020 with a number of exciting satellite events, especially a series of free meet-the-artist interviews hosted by leaders of the local music scene. These events will let festivalgoers connect with marquee acts in a more accessible setting. Stay tuned for more information on meet-the-artist interviews to come, plus details about listening sessions, workshops, and much more.


The Burlington Discover Jazz Festival also has a history of presenting music in unexpected places, inviting attendees to explore the city and take part in diverse listening experiences. In addition to the headline events at the Flynn, join us this year for 10 days of free live music at venues all over town. Given the festival’s timing at the beginning of June, the Jazz Festival has also become an annual celebration of warmer weather after the long winter months. Two large-scale concerts in Waterfront Park will make the most of that sentiment. Combining live music and a beautiful setting: what could be better? See you in June!


For the latest information on the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, visit discoverjazz.com.


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Yosvany Terry


Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio


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Fabrice Bourgelle


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Nicola Dracoulis


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