From Sax to Soul—Jazz on Jay Returns June 5th in Downtown Schenectady!
Schenectady’s cherished Jazz on Jay series returns for its 2025 season, infusing downtown with soulful sounds every Thursday from June 5 to August 28. Now held in the beautifully revitalized Jay Square, right across from City Hall, this free midday concert tradition continues to thrive in its 30+ year run, offering a captivating lineup that spans classic, modern, and acoustic fusion jazz. Kicking off with the energetic Dylan Canterbury Quintet and concluding with the acclaimed Chuck Lamb Trio featuring Ria Curley, this year’s performances promise a diverse mix of talent from across the Capital Region and beyond. Concerts run 12–1:30 p.m. weekly, rain or shine—moving indoors to Robb Alley at Proctors if needed.
🎷 2025 Jazz on Jay Concert Lineup
All shows Thursdays, 12–1:30 p.m. at Jay Square
| Date | Performer |
|---|---|
| June 5 | The Dylan Canterbury Quintet |
| June 12 | Todd Nelson and JazzAmericana |
| June 19 | Steve Horowitz Quartet |
| June 26 | Jeff “Siege” Siegel Quartet |
| July 3 | Winelight |
| July 10 | Jeanine Ouderkirk Quartet |
| July 17 | Art D’echo Trio |
| July 24 | Linda Brown Jazz Project |
| July 31 | Nicholas Dwarika Quartet |
| Aug. 7 | Heard |
| Aug. 14 | The Evidence |
| Aug. 21 | Arch Stanton Quartet |
| Aug. 28 | Chuck Lamb Trio feat. Ria Curley |
For more artist bios and updates, visit jazzonjay.org.
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