Downtown Glen Ellyn Jazz Up Music Festival
Jazz Up Music Festival
499 Main Street, Glen Ellyn
FREE
Get ready for one of DuPage County's favorite summer traditions! Downtown Glen Ellyn's Jazz Up Music Festival returns with a special BLUES Edition, featuring an outstanding lineup curated by internationally acclaimed guitarist Fareed Haque. Join us in the heart of downtown for an afternoon of live music, local talent, and summer fun.
- 10-11:30 AM Jazz Brunch at Nobel House
- 12-2:20 PM WDCB Kick-Off Party at Maplewood Public House
- 1-2:30 PM Master Class with Frank Catalano
- 2:30-9:30 PM Jazz Up Music Festival BLUES Edition (Main Stage)
- 9:30 PM After Fest Jam Session featuring Fareed Haque & Tony Monaco trio with Frank Catalano, Matt Shevitz and many more at The Main Street Pub, directly follows last set main stage set. A performance not to be missed!
No outside alcohol allowed in the festival area. Restaurants and beer tents will be serving.
Main Stage Line Up:
2:30 - 3:00pm School of Rock
3:00 - 3:30pm Windy City Ramblers (Marching begins at 2pm from Maplewood Public House to Main Stage)
3:45 - 4:35pm The DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble featuring Tammy McCann & Devon Sandridge
5:00 - 5:20pm Bellas Artes School of Music Student Jazz Combos.
5:30 - 6:20pm Joanna Connor Band
6:30 - 6:50pm Bellas Artes Battle of the Combos 2nd Place Winners
7:00 - 7:50pm Fareed Haque plays Grant Green featuring Tony Monaco
8:00 - 8:20pm Bellas Artes Battle of the Combos 1st Place Winners
8:30 - 9:30pm Frank Catalano group
Emcee for the evening is Dan Bindert, Radio Station Manager at 90.9FM WDCB, whose leadership and passion for jazz and blues continue to elevate Chicago’s music scene.
Main Stage Line Up:
2:30 - 3:00pm School of Rock
3:00 - 3:30pm Windy City Ramblers
Marching begins at 2pm from Maplewood Public House to Main Stage down Main Street.
The Windy City Ramblers are a Chicago-based brass band keeping the spirit of brass and Second Line culture alive. Blending New Orleans rhythms with Chicago’s jazz, blues, and gospel roots, they bring soulful energy and authenticity to every performance.
3:45 - 4:35pm The DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble
DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble's repertoire spans more than a century of large jazz ensemble compositions, including original work from members of the ensemble.
3:45 - 4:35pm featuring Tammy McCann
5:00 - 5:20pm Bellas Artes School of Music Student Jazz Combos.
Named the Chicago Tribune’s 2020 Person of the Year in Jazz, Tammy McCann is an internationally recognized Jazz Vocalist. Her powerful, sultry, and emotionally charged voice creates a sound that is completely her own. Chicago Tribune’s Arts Critic, Howard Reich says McCann has, “A voice that soars in all registers, at all tempos, on all occasions… a voice that inspires wonder!”
3:45 - 4:35pm featuring Devon Sandridge
5:00 - 5:20pm Bellas Artes School of Music Student Jazz Combos.
5:00 - 5:20pm Bellas Artes School of Music Student Jazz Combos.
Devon Sandridge is a Chicago-based vocalist with a deep-rooted passion for unearthing the intricacies of lyrics and sharing captivating stories on stage. From his early days in the church choir, Devon’s musical journey has been a heartfelt pursuit of artistic expression.
5:00 - 5:20pm Bellas Artes School of Music Student Jazz Combos.
5:00 - 5:20pm Bellas Artes School of Music Student Jazz Combos.
5:00 - 5:20pm Bellas Artes School of Music Student Jazz Combos.
5:30 - 6:20pm Joanna Connor Band
Joanna Connor is an American Chicago-based blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for her powerful slide guitar work and soulful vocals.
6:30 - 6:50pm Bellas Artes Battle of the Combos 2nd Place Winners
7:00 - 7:50pm Fareed Haque
Fareed Haque is a modern guitar virtuoso. Steeped in classical and jazz traditions, his unique command of the guitar and different musical styles inspire his musical ventures with tradition and fearless innovation.
7:00 - 7:50pm featuring Tony Monaco
Tony Monaco is an American jazz organist celebrated for his mastery of the Hammond B-3 and dynamic performances blending jazz, soul, and the “Chitlin’ Circuit” style.
8:00 - 8:20pm Bellas Artes Battle of the Combos 1st Place Winners
8:00 - 8:20pm Bellas Artes Battle of the Combos 1st Place Winners
8:30 - 9:30pm Frank Catalano Group
8:00 - 8:20pm Bellas Artes Battle of the Combos 1st Place Winners
Legendary saxman Frank Catalano consistently headlines world-class festivals and sells-out venues throughout the USA, Europe, and Japan. Thanks to his signature sound and renowned reputation, Catalano averages 150 concerts a year with his jazz quartet.
About Fareed Haque
Curated by Artistic Director Fareed Haque, Fareed is a modern guitar virtuoso. Steeped in classical and jazz traditions, his unique command of the guitar and different musical styles inspire his musical ventures with tradition and fearless innovation. Haque has toured and recorded with Joe Zawinul, Billy Cobham, Dave Holland, Paquito D’Rivera, Sting, Zakir Hussain, Bob James, Joe Henderson and many others, in addition to co-leading groups with Tony Monaco, Paul Wertico, Goran Ivanovic, Garaj Mahal, and The Chicago Immigrant Orchestra. Haque has released numerous albums as a leader, in jazz, classical, world music and fusion styles, and is the recipient of numerous accolades and awards including Best World Guitarist, Guitar Player Magazine 2009, 2004 Acoustic Album of the Year, 2007 Independent Music Award, and Best New World Music Group in Chicago Reader Poll 2020.
Emcee: Dan Bindert
As WDCB’s Radio Station Manager, Dan Bindert oversees the station’s programming and operations. His passion for jazz, blues and our local music scene is expressed through his support of WDCB’s music hosts as they produce programs that provide musical depth along with insightful commentary for our listeners. A veteran radio broadcaster with more than 35 years of experience behind the mic, Dan ushered in a new era for WDCB when he began leading the station in 2013. He expanded the flagship 'DCB Jazz programming and added new locally produced music shows, while also prioritizing live on-location music broadcasts that present our excellent Chicago musicians in action at clubs, festivals and other local venues.
Map & Details: Jazz Up Music Festival
Location The concert is on a beautiful Main Street in Downtown Glen Ellyn between Crescent Ave & Pennsylvania Blvd. There are many restaurants offering amazing meals and drink options.
Parking Jazz Up is 1 block away and the Glen Ellyn Metra Stop is across the street. Free parking is available in several Metra Lots and two parking garages. For help planning your visit click HERE
Chairs are able to be set up by 11:00 am. We recommend bringing chairs. Some like to set up for a day of picnicking. Music will start immediately at 2:30 pm.
No Outside Alcohol. No outside alcohol will be allowed inside the festival area. Restaurants and bars will be serving drinks and providing wristbands to consume on the streets. Consuming alcohol will require a free wristband provided at no cost from the restaurant.
Outside food is available to be brought into the festival area. Please consider ordering carryout from our downtown businesses. Visit our dining directory.
Thank you to our sponsors
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