UA JazzWeek 26: Wave Magnetik with UA Jazz Ensembles

Date and Time

• Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026  7:30pm

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UA JazzWeek 26: Overjoyed - April 13 to April 16, 2026, is a week-long festival that takes place on and around The University of Akron campus, uniting students, faculty, musicians, and community members. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup featuring local (Chris Coles, Theron Brown, Wave Magnetik, JT’s Electrik Blackout, and more) and national jazz artists like: Bittle Jazz Artists-in-Residence Jennifer Wharton and Sharel Cassity, as well as Visiting Artist-in-Residence Sean Jones with inspiring performances, and educational workshops designed for musicians and jazz enthusiasts of all ages. Overjoyed by the sound, the history, and the future of jazz, these events honor Northeast Ohio’s rich legacy while amplifying new voices and creative expression. Together we celebrate jazz as a timeless force of artistic communication. Akron is Jazz!

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE:

-Monday, April 13, 7:30 p.m. - UA Wind Symphony presents Bernstein’s Prelude, Fugue and Riffs at Guzzetta Recital Hall, 157 University Ave, Akron, 44325, FREE

-Monday, April 13, 9 p.m. - JT’s Electrik Blackout at Guzzetta Recital Hall, 157 University Ave, Akron, 44325, FREE

-Tuesday, April 14, 7:30 p.m. - Bonegasm led by Jennifer Wharton with UA Jazz Studies at Blu Jazz, 47 E Market St, Akron, OH 44308, $20 at the door, Students FREE with ID

-Wednesday, April 15, 7:30 p.m. - Wave Magnetik with UA Jazz Studies at Musica, 51 E Market St, Akron, OH 44308, FREE

-Thursday, April 16, 7:30 p.m - Sharel Cassity with UA Jazz Combo and UA Jazz Ensemble at EJ Thomas Performing Arts Hall, 198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325, $20 and up