For over five decades, the Stanford Jazz Festival has been home to iconic performances, from legends like Dizzy Gillespie and Stan Getz to groundbreaking artists like Joshua Redman and Bill Frisell. This year, we’re proud to continue that tradition with 26 extraordinary artists and bands over six weeks of vibrant music and culture.

This summer, we celebrate jazz’s rich roots and its global connections. From the swinging sounds of jazz standards to the rhythms of Brazil and Cuba, our lineup promises a dynamic journey. We’re thrilled to open with Fred Hersch Trio, named Jazz Group of the Year by DownBeat Magazine. Don’t miss the Jeremy Pelt Quintet performing selections from his new album Woven, and be captivated by Ken Peplowski’s interpretation of Charlie Parker’s Unheard Bird. John Pizzarelli celebrates the 40th anniversary of his debut album, while Joel Ross brings vibraphone mastery with his band Good Vibes. Lizz Wright’s soulful vocals and George Cables’ hard bop piano mastery will close out the festival in style.

Each concert is a unique experience, with collaborations and performances you won’t find anywhere else. The Stanford Jazz Festival remains a space where musical boundaries are pushed, and new creative possibilities emerge.

Thu, 7/24/2025 @ 7:30 PM

Joel Ross: Good Vibes

SOULFUL VIBRAPHONE BRILLIANCE

Join vibraphonist Joel Ross for an electrifying live performance featuring selections from his recent Blue Note release, nublues. Ross transforms intricate jazz into a familiar, soulful groove, inviting you to lean in and experience a dynamic musical journey.

Experience the electrifying artistry of vibraphonist Joel Ross as he takes the stage with selections from his latest Blue Note Records release, nublues. Blending intricate jazz with soulful grooves and blues-infused melodies, Ross creates a dynamic, immersive musical journey that is both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition.

Born in Chicago and based in Brooklyn, Ross has established himself as one of the most thrilling new voices in jazz, drawing inspiration from Ornette Coleman and Keith Jarrett while collaborating with contemporary innovators like Marquis Hill and Makaya McCraven.

With acclaimed Blue Note Records albums including KingMaker, Who Are You?, and The Parable of the Poet, Ross is carrying forward the legacy of jazz vibraphone greats like Milt Jackson and Bobby Hutcherson. Don’t miss this chance to witness jazz’s most exciting vibraphonist live.

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Personnel:

Joel Ross, Vibraphone

Kanoa Mendenhall, Bass

Jeremy Dutton, Drums

Cost: $18.00 - $52.00

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