August, 2017

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Jazz 88.3 Night at Petco Park!

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:August 22, 2017

Jazz 88.3 Night at Petco Park! When you purchase tickets to see our San Diego Padres battle it out against the St. Louis Cardinals, Thursday, September 7th at 6:10PM, you'll be supporting your favorite Jazz and Blues radio station, as $5 per ticket goes directly to Jazz 88.3. Come enjoy the game at beautiful Petco Park and sit with some of your favorite Jazz 88.3 hosts and staff in some of the best seats at the park! Seats are limited and are selling fast! To purchase tickets now, click HERE! *Last day to purchase tickets is TODAY

Imperial Avenue Street Festival

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:August 9, 2017

You won't want to miss one of summer's biggest street fairs--the Imperial Avenue Street Festival, happening Saturday, August 26th! The festival blends art and soul in one of San Diego’s most historic and unique neighborhoods. The festival celebrates the rich history, arts, and culture of the Greater Logan Heights community. From its rich African-American roots to the strong Latino influence that exists today. The festival grooves to the sounds of live music from multiple stages. Browse the offerings of 4 blocks of local artists, crafts and enjoy gourmet food and beverages. The Festival is held on Imperial Avenue between 28th & 30th and between “L” Street & Commercial Avenue. The Imperial Avenue Street Festival, one of the oldest streets in San Diego, boasting a mix of businesses, restaurants, shops and local entrepreneurs. It continues to echo the music of its birth, transcending boundaries, embracing diversity, and celebrating personal style. The Imperial Avenue Street Festival is proudly hosted by BAME Community Development Corporation (BAME CDC)--a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthening residents and businesses in Greater Logan Heights neighborhoods through community empowerment, education, economic growth, and housing development. Click here for more information!

Odessa/Havana Concert

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:August 9, 2017

For the first time in San Diego, award-winning trumpeter and composer David Buchbinder teams up with his crew of top jazz and world musicians, in partnership with Havana Grill, to present: "Odessa/Havana: The Cuban-Klezmer Connection" happening Wednesday, August 23rd at 7:30PM at the Garfield Theatre in University City! For the first time in San Diego, trumpeter, composer and cultural innovator David Buchbinder teams up with Grammy-nominated Cuban piano master, Hilario Durán, and an 8-piece global ensemble of jazz greats to present an exhilarating project of musical discovery. This brilliant blend of two cultures will thrill fans of Latin, jazz and Jewish music alike. Get ready for a truly unique night of jazz-fusion! To purchase tickets, click here! (Use the discount codeFAN18)

HOB World Famous Gospel Brunch (August)

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:August 9, 2017

House of Blues' World-Famous Gospel Brunch returns, Sunday, August 20th! It's your chance to experience local talent performing both traditional and contemporary Gospel songs. Before and during the show treat yourself to an amazing all-you-can-eat buffet featuring breakfast favorites plus tender carving stations, southern specialties and mouth-watering desserts. Don't miss their signature chicken and waffles! And if you're in the mood, you just might end up on stage waving a napkin and dancing off some of that delicious cuisine! This is a great event for large parties and for the entire family. Discounts available for groups of 15 or more! To purchase tickets, click here

An Evening with the Regina Carter Quartet

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:August 7, 2017

Grammy® nominated violinist Regina Carter makes her La Jolla Music Society SummerFest debut, Saturday, August 19th at 8PM at UCSD's Department of Music’s Conrad Prebys Concert Hall. The Los Angeles Times calls her “a talented, charismatic player who is almost single-handedly reviving interest in the violin as a jazz instrument.” Wherever this Grammy® nominated violinist performs, she takes her audiences with her on a journey through tradition and creativity. An Evening with the Regina Carter Quartet is certainly one extraordinary summer concert you won't want to miss! For more information, or to purchase tickets, click here

Baja Blues Fest

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:August 7, 2017

Jazz 88.3 is proud to support the 6th annual Baja Blues Fest, happening August 18th-20th at Rosarito Beach Hotel & Resort! Their mission and goals remain the same this year: To provide a fundraising opportunity for local qualifying Children’s Charities in Baja California and expand the cultural activities of their area to help promote Northern Baja as a safe and fun place to visit. Their hope is to continue to bring North and South Rosarito closer together to share ideas and events so Rosarito becomes a stronger self-supporting municipality. The response to their first five festivals was absolutely tremendous and in turn, they have raised over $55,000 for local Children’s Charities. This is a weekend full of great music, gorgeous scenery, delicious food--all to support a great cause! It's undeniably one experience you won't want to miss! To purchase tickets and/or reserve a hotel room, simply click here!