# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Jazz Forward Initiative presents the 2026 Mo Jazz Music Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:01 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Four stellar groups take to the outdoor stage at Rose Music Hall for a free, open to the public, and family friendly day of jazz!  Doors open at noon and the music starts at 1:00 pm.  Up first is the St. Louis based  Antonio Foster Quintet, bringing straight-ahead with a touch of fusion.  Band #2 is out of Chicago, Hot Like Mars.  This five-piece funk-soul-jam brings listeners to their feet.  The third slot is the local, well-known Tom Andes and his quartet.  Sharing several original pieces, this is Tom's 20th appearance at a Jazz Forward Initiative (JFI) festival since 1992.  Last, and certainly not least, and headliner for this year's fest, is the Mark Lettieri Group.  Multi-Grammy winner Lettieri brings his four-piece to the stage for high-octane guitar-based instrumental music.  Bring your chairs and blankets.  Let's make it a day in the open, breathing fresh air and fresh music!  Any good-weather incantations you can share will be greatly appreciated.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/jazz-forward-initiative-presents-the-2026-mo-jazz-music-festival/200030248363554
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, music-festivals, jazz
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 128

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Columbia
- **state**: MO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Rose Music Hall
- **lat**: 38.95474
- **long**: -92.32532
- **full address**: Rose Music Hall, 1013 Park Ave, Columbia, MO 65201-4920, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Jazz Forward Initiative presents the 2026 Mo Jazz Music Festival being held?
  - **A:** Jazz Forward Initiative presents the 2026 Mo Jazz Music Festival takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:01 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Rose Music Hall, 1013 Park Ave, Columbia, MO 65201-4920, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Jazz Forward Initiative presents the 2026 Mo Jazz Music Festival?
  - **A:** Jazz Forward Initiative presents the 2026 Mo Jazz Music Festival is organized by Jazz Forward Initiative, Inc..
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Jazz Forward Initiative presents the 2026 Mo Jazz Music Festival is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 120+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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