# Event Details - **Event Name**: Horace Silver Jazz Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: Inaugural musical celebration honoring the life, music, and enduring influence of legendary jazz pianist, and Norwalk's own Horace Silver.About this EventThe inaugural Horace Silver Jazz Festival will take place on Sunday, June 21, 2026 from 1 -7p.m. at Factory Underground Studio, 16 Isaac Street, Norwalk, Connecticut.Presented as an official event of Make Music Day Norwalk, the festival will bring together acclaimed jazz artists, educators, students, and community leaders to celebrate one of the most influential figures in American jazz history. Admission is free and open to the public.Produced by Marc Alan of Factory Underground Studio, the event is made possible through the support of JazzFC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting jazz education and performance, along with funding and sponsorship support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Connecticut Office of the Arts, and the Norwalk Arts & Cultural Commission.Featured performers to include the Horace Silver Legacy Quintet, featuring two musicians who performed and recorded with Horace Silver, Phil Bowler on Bass, and Vinny Cutro on Trumpet.The ensemble includes:Phil Bowler – BassVinnie Cutro – TrumpetGreg Wall – Tenor SaxophoneMitch Schechter – PianoSteve Johns – DrumsCelebrating Jazz EducationThe festival will also showcase the next generation of jazz artists through a special performance by David DeJesus, former professor in the Music Department at SUNY Purchase and longtime private music educator. DeJesus will perform alongside selected students, highlighting the importance of mentorship and music education in carrying forward the jazz tradition.Norwalk Artists Take the StageAdding a local dimension to the celebration, Norwalk vocalist Bella Bardos will perform a selection of jazz standards accompanied by acclaimed pianist Steve Sasloe, former music director for Grammy Award-winning artist José Feliciano.Additional performers and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks.Special Art Auction to Benefit Future Cultural ProgrammingA centerpiece of the event will be the unveiling and auction of an original portrait of Horace Silver created by acclaimed Norwalk artist Robert Abriola.Abriola, a former Art Director for EMI Records who worked on album projects involving members of The Beatles and numerous iconic recording artists, is also president of the St. Philip Artists Guild and a member of the Norwalk Arts & Cultural Commission.Proceeds from the auction will benefit future music and cultural programming supported by the Norwalk Arts & Cultural Commission. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/1f8c0450-6b33-11f1-884b-0fa428c2316e-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010818-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/norwalk/horace-silver-jazz-festival/100001990613465461 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Music, Art, Festivals, performances, Nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Factory Underground Studio - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Norwalk - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: Factory Underground Studio - **lat**: 41.11593779999999 - **long**: -73.4133921 - **full address**: Factory Underground Studio, 16 Isaacs Street, Norwalk, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Horace Silver Jazz Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/7865934840e44b1c01f3e7db28a8f5cf7512a098fe1e09cde3303fd1940092fb-rimg-w1200-h600-dc020818-gmir.jpg?v=1780232754 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Horace Silver Jazz Festival being held? - **A:** Horace Silver Jazz Festival takes place on Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Factory Underground Studio, 16 Isaacs Street, Norwalk, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Horace Silver Jazz Festival? - **A:** Horace Silver Jazz Festival is organized by Factory Underground Studio. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Horace Silver Jazz 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 Norwalk, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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