Live jazz returns to Market Square on Tuesdays in September

The City of Knoxville presents four free jazz concerts on Market Square on Tuesdays, Sept. 7, 14, 21 and 28, from 7:30 - 9 p.m.

“Jazz on the Square has been one of our most popular events, and we’re excited about its return this month,” says Kyndra Brewer, Director of the City’s Special Events office, which produces and supports hundreds of events on City-owned property throughout the year.

The concert series showcases Knoxville’s stellar jazz community, which features many instructors in the esteemed Jazz program at the University of Tennessee’s School of Music.

The concert series kicks off Sept. 7 with a trio led by guitarist Jack Roben, continues Sept. 14 with trombonist Don Hough’s octet, and concludes with two nights of saxophonist Greg Tardy’s quartet on Sept. 21 and 28.

Attendees are invited to bring their own chairs and encouraged to practice COVID-19 safety measures including wearing face masks, physical distancing and the use of hand sanitizer.

Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on Market Square. They may be purchased and consumed on the premises of downtown businesses.

Free parking is available after 6 p.m. in all City-owned parking garages, including Market Square, Locust Street, State Street garages, as well as in the non-City-owned Langley Garage.

Visit KnoxvilleTN.gov/events for additional information. Stay informed about the bands performing and any weather-related cancellations by following Facebook.com/CityofKnoxvilleSpecialEvents.


Published August 4, 2021