RIJF 2023

Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County

115 South Avenue Rochester, NY 14604-1896

Jazz Starts at the Library Shows are free! No tickets are required. Held Monday through Friday during the Festival from 12 Noon to 1 PM. Shows are usually held outside weather permitting. Bring your lunch! The Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County opened in 1936 and is located in the heart of Downtown Rochester, NY, The library offers a large collection of books, (both print and electronic) magazines, music, movies, and more. 115 South Avenue Rochester, NY 14604-1896 (585) 428-7300 roccitylibrary.org/location/central

Venue Schedule

12:00 PM

Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County
Mel Henderson

One of the brightest guitarists of his generation, Melvin Henderson will soon be releasing his debut album on Trier Records. Over the past 3 decades he has performed and recorded with some of contemporary music’s finest musicians including Al Jarreau, Dr Lonnie Smith, Joe Locke, Randy Brecker, Wycliffe Gordon, Marcus Printup, JD Allen, Jeremy Pelt...

12:00 PM

Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County
Amanda Ashley

Writer, Singer-songwriter, National touring/recording artist, music educator from Long Island, NY. Amanda Ashley, raised in Holtsville, Long Island, began writing and composing at the early age of fourteen, and was performing solo by the age of sixteen in local coffee houses. After graduating Fredonia State University of New York, Amanda found her...

12:00 PM

Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County
Quinn Lawrence

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12:00 PM

Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County
Herb Smith

Herb Smith is third trumpet with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. He is a graduate of The Eastman School of Music and began playing in the orchestra after graduating in 1991. He works with students through the Young Audiences of America and Rochester City School District Artist in Residence program. Smith travels all over...

12:00 PM

Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County
Zahyia Rolle

Zahyia is known for her powerful stage presence and elite team of musicians that bring a refreshing blend of authenticity, creativity, and passion at her live shows. With a diverse background in Jazz, Hip-Hop, Rock, Music Theater, Funk, and Soul, Zahyia's innovative approach to Alternative R&B has earned her a reputation for pushing traditiona...

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City of Rochester

NY State Senator Jeremy Cooney

Hyatt Regency Rochester

Rochester Regional Health

Eastman School of Music

Delta Air Lines

The Community Foundation

McCarthy Tents & Events

Visit Rochester

Gallagher Insurance

Vision Automotive Group

Downbeat Magazine

House of Guitars

Max of Eastman Place

The Bonadio Group

Latest News

Countdown to the Festival! Venue Update May 4, 2023
2023 App New Available for Download April 27, 2023
Lineup Announced for 20th Anniversary Edition June 23 to July 1 March 21, 2023

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