The Salem Jazz and Soul Festival is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
that produces free concerts for the public and raises money to
support music education programs. We are an all volunteer run
organization.
Since we started the festival in 2007, we've produced over 40 free
concerts for the public, highlighting both local music talent and
national acts.
In addition to allowing us to produce free music events for the public,
proceeds from the festival benefit music education programs on the
North Shore of Massachusetts. To date, we've raised almost $25,000
for music education programs in schools and youth programs on the
North Shore. Learn more about our music education programs.
Salem High School student Mandy Linehan tries out the new Fender jazz bass
that was recently donated to the High School by the Salem Jazz and Soul Festival.
Also in the photo are students, Jabari Tovar, (l.) and Chris Faria keeping rhythm.
Photo by Tom Uellner.
Support music education! We are
a federally recognized 501(c)3
non-profit organization. Donations
to the festival are tax deductible to
the extent allowed under IRS tax
codes. More information about our
mission.
Each year, we partner with Berklee College of Music to bring you the
SJSF/Berklee Summer Series, a free outdoor concert series taking
place on Second Saturdays throughout the summer in Derby
Square. Get all the details about the performers.
We have a growing list of supplies that will help us produce the
festival. Check out our Amazon Wish List. Fund one of these items,
and we'll be forever grateful (and acknowledge you on our website!)
The 6th Annual Salem Jazz and Soul Festival takes place on
Saturday, August 18 and Sunday, August 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00
p.m. This is a free, weekend-long event featuring dozens of live
performances, a 21+ beer garden, an artisan's fair, kid's play tent,
mini-music education classes suitable for all ages and more. Check
out this year's line-up!