Prairie Village JazzFest

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The Prairie Village JazzFest brings thousands of people together to enjoy an evening of magical music, fabulous artistry, delectable food and drink, and fun! Critics have raved about our past festivals, and Prairie Village put itself on the map as the newest "destination jazz festival" in Kansas City.  Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Outside food and beverages are not allowed. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.  Dogs (excluding service animals) are not allowed inside festival grounds.  Free parking at Shawnee Mission East, Prairie Village Pool, Mission Bible Church, and Community of Christ Bible Church. ADA parking and drop off are available at Prairie Village City Hall. 

Festival admission is $5 for adults and free for children under 18.

Festival Lineup:

Shawnee Mission East Blue Knights

3:00 p.m.

Under the direction of Mr. Alex Toepfer, the SME Blue Knights carry on a proud tradition of jazz standards and artistic excellence.

Sons of Brasil

4:00 p.m.

This group of native Kansas Citians plays nothing but Brazilian jazz, with a flavor and passion one might think could only be found at a night club in Ipanema or Leblon. The Sons of Brasil invite you to sample these sounds, which stem from their love and admiration of “musica bem brasileira.”

Back Alley Brass Band

5:10 p.m.

Back Alley is a New Orleans style brass band based in Kansas City, MO.  Blasting onto the live music scene, Back Alley has quickly become one of the most sought after groups to play in every type of venue. These high energy players have a powerful sound that makes this the perfect band to perform where a crowd wants to have a great time!

Pete Fucinaro Quartet

6:20 p.m.

Saxophonist Pete Fucinaro, earned a Master of the Arts degree in saxophone performance the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and was a member of the seven-time GRAMMY nominated One O’Clock Lab Band during his undergraduate studies at the University of North Texas.

Pete was a semifinalist in the 2020 North American Saxophone Alliance (NASA) jazz saxophone championship and in 2021, Pete recorded a record entitled V1 with a co-led group called Vector Field including Ethan Ditthardt – guitar, Raul Reyes Bueno – bass, Alex Souris – drums), and Kansas City vibraphonist Peter Schlamb.

Adam Larson Band

7:45 p.m.

Adam Larson is an American saxophonist, composer, educator and author currently residing in the Kansas City-area.

Larson holds degrees in jazz performance from The Manhattan School of Music and was a part of the vibrant NYC jazz scene for eleven years before relocating in 2019. While a resident of the KC-Metro, Larson has held positions at UMKC Conservatory, University of Kansas and The Kansas City Art Institute.

Adam has recorded eight albums as a leader and maintains an active touring and clinician schedule, playing and presenting his original music.