On April 30, 2026, something pretty special happens. Jazz lovers in Phoenix will celebrate the same music, at the same moment, as fans in Chicago, Paris, Tokyo, and over 190 countries worldwide. This isn't just another jazz festival arizona puts on: it's the 15th Anniversary of UNESCO's International Jazz Day, and for the first time,…

Fifteen years of dedication, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to jazz education and cultural celebration are about to culminate in a defining moment for Arizona's music community. On January 22, 2026, Senate Bill 1255: the Arizona Jazz Day Observance Act: was formally introduced in the Arizona Senate, marking a monumental milestone in our journey to secure…

Fifteen years. That's how long it took to turn a dream into law. On January 22, 2026, Arizona SB 1255, the "Arizona Jazz Day Observance Act", was officially introduced to the state legislature, designating April 30 of each year as Arizona Jazz Day. For Executive Director Dr. William Jones and the entire International Jazz Day…

Fifteen years. That's how long it took to turn a dream into law. On January 22, 2026, Arizona SB 1255, the "Arizona Jazz Day Observance Act", was officially introduced to the state legislature, designating April 30 of each year as Arizona Jazz Day. For Executive Director Dr. William Jones and the entire International Jazz Day…

Fifteen years. That's how long it took to turn a dream into law. On January 22, 2026, Arizona SB 1255, the "Arizona Jazz Day Observance Act", was officially introduced to the state legislature, designating April 30 of each year as Arizona Jazz Day. For Executive Director Dr. William Jones and the entire International Jazz Day…

Fifteen years of dedication, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to jazz education and cultural celebration are about to culminate in a defining moment for Arizona's music community. On January 22, 2026, Senate Bill 1255: the Arizona Jazz Day Observance Act: was formally introduced in the Arizona Senate, marking a monumental milestone in our journey to secure…

Fifteen years of dedication, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to jazz education and cultural celebration are about to culminate in a defining moment for Arizona's music community. On January 22, 2026, Senate Bill 1255: the Arizona Jazz Day Observance Act: was formally introduced in the Arizona Senate, marking a monumental milestone in our journey to secure…

Fifteen years of dedication, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to jazz education and cultural celebration are about to culminate in a defining moment for Arizona's music community. On January 22, 2026, Senate Bill 1255: the Arizona Jazz Day Observance Act: was formally introduced in the Arizona Senate, marking a monumental milestone in our journey to secure…

Get ready to mark your calendars for one of the most exciting jazz events Arizona has to offer. The Yrēfy Scottsdale Jazz Festival returns April 4-11, 2026, as part of International Jazz Week: and this year carries extra significance as we celebrate the 15th Anniversary of UNESCO Herbie Hancock International Jazz Day. Whether you're a…

T As we approach the 15th Anniversary of UNESCO Herbie Hancock International Jazz Day in 2026, the International Jazz Day AZ Foundation stands proudly at the forefront of a movement that transcends musical boundaries to address one of Arizona's most pressing educational challenges. For over a decade, our organization has transformed the celebration of jazz…