- By LUCIA SERRANO
The Soraya’s celebrated Jazz at Naz festival returns for its fourth season, running from February 1-February 20, 2025. Recognized as one of the premier winter jazz festivals on the West Coast, Jazz at Naz brings together a diverse lineup of world-class performers, from jazz legends like 2024 Kennedy Center Honoree Arturo Sandoval and Chucho Valdés to up-and-coming stars like five-time GRAMMY nominee Lakecia Benjamin, alongside current jazz masters Christian McBride and Jason Moran.
The festival kicks off on February 1 with the Pacific Jazz Orchestra, featuring Broadway sensation Eva Noblezada, conducted by Christopher Walden. Lakecia Benjamin will take the stage next, performing on February 5 and 6 in the Jazz Club with her dynamic Pursuance: The Coltrane Project. On February 7 and 8, the legendary bassist Christian McBride and his new quintet, Ursa Major, will perform. The festival continues with renowned pianist Jason Moran on February 13, who will present a tribute to the great Duke Ellington, joined by the CSUN Jazz “A” Band. February 15 will feature Kurt Elling, who will celebrate the iconic Weather Report with Yellowjackets and special guest Peter Erskine. The festival will close on February 20 with a remarkable performance by Chucho Valdés: Irakere 50, featuring special guest Arturo Sandoval and the electrifying Cimafunk.
Jazz at Naz also extends its reach globally with a livestream option for just $19, making it accessible to jazz fans everywhere.
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