Monterey Jazz Festival Monterey Tickets - Monterey Fairgrounds

Monterey Jazz Festival

Sep 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM · Monterey Fairgrounds, Monterey, CA Monterey Fairgrounds, Monterey, CA

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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

18 concerts

New Orleans-born Trombone Shorty blends jazz, funk, and brass with hits and a 2022 Grammy. He’s performed globally with stars like Pharrell and Bruno Mars. New Breed Brass Band, Grammy-nominated, adds fresh energy to the city’s vibrant scene.

Christian Sands

2 concerts

Jazz pianist Christian Sands, born in New Haven, is known for his post-bop style. A protégé of Billy Taylor, Sands gained acclaim with Grammy and Kennedy Center performances. He released albums like Reach and Be Water, and collaborated with Christian McBride, Lou Donaldson, and Marcus Strickland. Notable works include Christmas Stories with Stefon Harris.