THE 25TH ANNUAL

MELTON MUSTAFA JAZZ FESTIVAL

presents

our 25th Anniversary addition of

"JAZZ ON THE PLAZA"

(Please help us to maintain a safe event by wearing your mask, keeping a safe distance 6ft and by following the suggested guidelines given by the CDC)

• Masks are suggested.
• All seating will follow social distancing guidelines (unless tickets were bought in a family bundle).
• Temperature checks will be administered at the door.

The Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival was founded 1996 by International Jazz Trumpeter and Legend Melton Mustafa Sr. It is now considered a staple in the community and celebrates 25 years of pure Jazz. This years jazz festival is dedicated to the late Zakiyyah Mustafa and late Melton Mustafa Sr. We thank you for your dedication to the preservation of Jazz Music. This festival is a performance platform for local artists, international artists, students, educators, local businesses and the community. The MMJF25 welcomes all Jazz lovers regardless of their age, background, gender, social economic status, sexually preference, disability or education. Let's Jazz together!!!

Mustafa Jr.

MMJF25 Artists Lineup: Grammy winning artist Kirk Whalum, Grammy winning artist Dr. Ed Calle, Grammy winning artist John Daversa, International drummer Victor Lewis, Curtis Lundy Umoja Ensemble, International Saxophonist Marcus Strickland, International Pianist Silvano Monasterios, South Florida's favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr., Vocaist Lenard Rutledge, Yamin Mustafa, James Cotman, Jim Gasior, The Legendary Melton Mustafa Orchestra, Trinidadian Jazz Trumpet Legend Etienne Charles, South Florida's Favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr., Ingrid BAZIN, Sharonda "Eccentric" Richardson, Mori Taiye, Broward College directed by Waldron Dunkley and the Frost School of Music Horace Silver Ensemble under the direction of Brian Lynch, Frost School of Music Melton Mustafa Ensemble under the direction of Leon Foster Thomas, New World School of the Arts Jazz Band directed by Jim Gasior, Didier Labossiere, The Real Tracy Fields and many more!

PRE-JAZZ FESTIVAL MIXER

Jazzy Mixer - Laid back jazz social event. Great networking opportunity. Featuring the incredible Allen Paul and Saxophone Recording Artist Didier Labossiere.

February 24, 2022 - Dunns-Josephine Hotel

6:00 - 8:00PM

Tickets: FREE

The Dunns - Josephine Hotel

1028 NW 3 Ave.

Miami, Florida 33136

877-571-9311 or 513-477-7781 email staywithus@dunns-josephinehotel.com

MMJF25 DAY 1, 2 & 3 DETAILS ARE PROVIDED BELOW. LETS JAZZ!!!

ETIENNE CHARLES

DAY 1 - February 25, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

JAZZ ON THE PLAZA - LIVE JAZZ , SPOKEN WORD & SILENT ART AUCTION

February 25, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

7:00PM - 10:00PM

The Jazz on the Plaza event features Trinidadian Jazz Trumpet Legend Etienne Charles, South Florida's Favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr. Frost School of Music Horace Silver Ensemble featuring the music of Melton Mustafa, Ingrid Bazin, Sharonda "Eccentric" Richardson, Mori Taiye and many more. Silent art auction and vendors. Attire: Dress to impress (cool hats and socks are welcomed)

Tickets: VIP $40

Ticket: At the door VIP $45

*VIP Guests will sit near the performance stage and will have access to the VIP ONLY areas.

DAY 2 - February 26, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

JAZZ WORKSHOPS &

COLLEGE ALL STAR CONCERT

(Featuring Broward College Jazz Band directed by Waldron Dunkley, Frost School of Music Melton Mustafa Ensemble under the direction of Leon Foster Thomas)

JAZZ WORKSHOPS/FEATURED MIDDLE, HIGH SCHOOLS & COLLEGES

February 26, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

Tickets: $20 Individual $225. (Registered School band)

Clinicians

Victor Lewis, Curtis Lundy, Dr. Ed Calle, Marcus Strickland, Jesse Jones Jr., Lenard Rutledge, Silvano Monasterios

Workshop & Performance Schedule

8:30 AM- On-site Registration

9:00-9:30 AM Concert Tequesta Trace Middle School

9:30-10:00 AM Concert Tequesta Trace Middle School

10:00-10:30 AM Concert Olympic Height HS Jazz Band

10:30-11:00 AM Concert Olympic Height HS Jazz Band

11:00-12:00 PM Jazz Workshop (Guest Clinicians -Jesse Jones Jr., Lenard Rutledge, Curtis Lundy)

12:00-1:00 PM Break ******* Lunch*******

1:00-2:00 PM Jazz Workshops (Guest Clinicians - Kirk Whalum, Victor Lewis, Dr. Ed Calle, Marcus Strickland, Silvano Monasterios, John Daversa)

2:00-4:30 PM All-Star College Jazz Concert

(Featuring Broward College directed by Waldron Dunkley and the University of Miami Jazz Combo.)

Tickets: General admission $20

Day 3 February 27, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

RED CARPET EVENT &

MMJF25 FESTIVAL CONCERT

5:00PM RED CARPET EVENT

February 27, 2022 - Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

(Meet and greet our featured artists on the Red Carpet)

Special Guest - New World School of the Arts Jazz Band directed by Jim Gasior

6:00PM Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival Concert

Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival Concert featuring Grammy winning artist Kirk Whalum, Grammy winning artist Dr. Ed Calle, Grammy winning artist John Daversa, International drummer Victor Lewis, Curtis Lundy Umoja Ensemble, International Saxophonist Marcus Strickland, International Pianist Silvano Monasterios, South Florida's favorite entertainer Jesse Jones Jr., Vocalist Lenard Rutledge, Yamin Mustafa, James Cotman, Jim Gasior , The Real Tracy Fields and The Legendary Melton Mustafa Orchestra!

Attire: Dress to impress

Tickets: General admission $40 $50 VIP $60

Tickets: At the door $45 $55 VIP $65

*VIP Guests will sit near the performance stage and will have access to the VIP ONLY areas. Masks and social distancing are suggested.

MELTON MUSTAFA JAZZ FESTIVAL

It's our 25th Anniversary!!!

25 YEARS OF LIVE JAZZ IN SOUTH FLORIDA!!!

KIRK WHALUM

GRAMMY WINNING ARTIST

JOHN DAVERSA

GRAMMY WINNING ARTIST

CURTIS LUNDY

This performance of Curtis Lundy and Umoja presented in collaboration with Crosstown Arts and Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame is supported by Chamber Music America’s Presenter Consortium for Jazz program, funded through the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation

DR. ED CALLE

GRAMMY WINNING ARTIST

VICTOR LEWIS

SILVANO MONASTERIOS

JESSE JONES JR.

MARCUS STRICKLAND

Host Site

Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater

819 NW 2nd Ave

Miami, Florida 33136

Phone Number: 786-708-4610

(Parking available in the adjacent lot.)

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Please check out our host hotel:

The Dunns - Josephine Hotel

1028 NW 3 Ave.

Miami, Florida 33136

877-571-9311 or 513-477-7781 email staywithus@dunns-josephinehotel.com

Ask for the MMJF25 rate!

This performance of Curtis Lundy and Umoja presented in collaboration with Crosstown Arts and Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame is supported by Chamber Music America’s Presenter Consortium for Jazz program, funded through the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation

For More Information:

www.meltonmustafajazzfestival.com

THE MMJF25 WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR INCREDIBLE SPONSORS!!!