Hosted by CNY Jazz foundation, the 20th Jazz In The City, a free public health concert series, will commence on June 13 in Syracuse.
Aside from music, the festival includes vendors, food and most importantly its “healthcare village” sponsored by Syracuse Community Health. Urban Neighborhoods in Syracuse continue to face disparities when it comes to healthcare. With COVID-19, the community was unable to receive the care they needed. SCH staff will conduct free screenings and consultations to anyone who requests them.
Syracuse Community Health COO Jessica Yoxall explained in a press release, “we highlight the importance of preventative care and screenings to promote positive health outcomes. By increasing awareness and expanding health education, we together, can achieve health equity and enhance the quality of care in Onondaga County.”
These free concerts and healthcare services will be offered every Thursday from June 13 to August 15 at various parks and community centers in the city. Performances include Syracuse’s own The BlackLites and Albany’s Alex Torres.
CNY Jazz foundation has been bringing Jazz to upstate New York since its establishment in 1998. Along with Jazz In The City, CNY hosts numerous other programs such as Northeast Jazz & Wine, SummerJazz Workshop and the Central New York Jazz Orchestra.
For more information you can visit Jazz In The City’s website.
Jazz In The City 2024 Schedule
June 13: ATLAS with 1Accord Line Dance at Leavenworth Park
June 20: Alex Torres y su Orquesta with La Familia de la Salsa at Skiddy Park
July 1: Double Bass Experience with C-Jack Run Showcase at Syracuse Community Health
July 18: AAPI Jazz Collective with Adanfo Ensemble at Schiller Park
August 8: The BlackLites with 1Accord Line Dance at Dunk & Bright
August 15: Art Sherrod Jr. and Lin Rountree with 1Accord Line Dance at Thornden Park
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