KCSM Out and About: From icons to rising stars, Monterey Jazz Festival gives artists a stage and audiences a reason to celebrate.

KCSM staff, including Station Manager, Dr. Robert Franklin, were proud to attend this year’s Monterey Jazz Festival, the longest continuously running jazz festival in the world. Since 1958, MJF has given both legendary performers and emerging artists a platform to share their music with audiences who cherish jazz.

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MJF festival celebrates the deep cultural history of jazz, weaving together past, present, and future. Each performance reminds us how this music carries stories of resilience, creativity, and community. For KCSM, it’s also a chance to connect with jazz lovers from around the globe who share our passion for keeping the art form alive. Together, the Monterey Jazz Festival and KCSM honor the tradition, innovation, and enduring spirit of jazz.

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(left) MJF Gala Flyer; (L to R) Christian McBride, Dr. Robert Franklin with host Michaela Pereira

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(L to R) Who's Who of Jazz: Benny Green-piano; Diana Reeves-vocals; John Clayton-Bass; Javon Jackson-Saxophone; Savannah Harris-drums