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SELBY AVE JAZZFEST

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Immerse yourself in a celebrated St. Paul tradition! Now proudly presented by Walker|West Music Academy, the Selby Ave. JazzFest brings nearly 10,000 people together for an unforgettable day of world-class live jazz, local art, food, and vibrant community energy.

Day 1

 • Electric • Immersive • Soulful • Kinetic • Unscripted • Celebrated • Unforgettable • Unifying • Collaborative  

Experience a free, full day of world-class music, the Village Marketplace, diverse food specialties, and a dedicated Family Fun Zone. Musicians and fans alike can dive directly into the action by participating in a surprise flash mob band at 11:30 AM at Selby & Milton, or at the official after-hours JazzFest Jam Session at Walker West from 8:00 PM to 10 PM.

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Day 2

Homecoming • Roots • Lineage • Alumnus • Genius • Iconic • Monumental •  Intimate • Access • Prestige • 

Join legendary Mint Condition frontman and former Walker|West student Stokley for an exclusive, full-circle masterclass at Harmony Hall on Sunday, September 13, 2026. This intimate session offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a world-class vocalist and percussionist through personal insights, technique breakdowns, and a live Q&A.

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Festival Lineup

Stokley
Stokley Williams is an American singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist best known as the lead vocalist and drummer of the R&B band Mint Condition. Raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, he developed a strong...
Mississippi
Mississippi is a powerhouse jazz ensemble featuring Pete Whitman, Kavyesh Kaviraj, Jeff Bailey, and Kevin Washington. Individually, they bring decades of performance experience and extensive recording credits on both national and international stages,...
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David Feily is a Twin Cities–based guitarist and composer whose electrifying, groove-driven sound blends jazz, funk, R&B, rock, and global influences into a dynamic live experience. Known for his expressive improvisation and phrasing,...
MN State Band
The Minnesota State Band, established in 1898, is the official band of the State of Minnesota and the only remaining state band in the United States. Founded under the direction of Christian Selling,...
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The Walker|West Faculty X-tet is a dynamic ensemble of distinguished teaching artists from Walker West Music Academy, one of the Twin Cities’ leading institutions for music education and community engagement. Drawing on deep...
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Selby Avenue Brass Band brings a burst of New Orleans spirit to the Twin Cities with a bold, joyful sound rooted in NOLA street band tradition—blended seamlessly with jazz, funk, soul, and more....
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The improvisational spirit of Marvelous flows through his piano, voice, and guitar. Steeped in soul and blues, he conveys heartfelt messages that transcend time. Inspired by the piano stylings of New Orleans, the...
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Do you play an instrument? Brass, woodwinds, strings, percussion—or anything in between? We want you to help us kick off this year’s Selby Ave JazzFest with a bang!

Our Amazing Sponsors

Heartfelt thanks to our sponsors and grantors, whose invaluable contributions and backing make everything we do possible.

This activity is supported, in part, by the City of Saint Paul Cultural Sales Tax Revitalization Program.
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