34th Annual
CLIFFORD BROWN JAZZ FESTIVAL
August 4 – 8, 2021 | Rodney Square | Wilmington, DE
Presented by
Official Festival Hotel
34th Annual
CLIFFORD BROWN JAZZ FESTIVAL
August 4 – 8, 2021 | Rodney Square | Wilmington, DE
To our sponsors, supporters, and fans
THANK YOU! See you in 2022!
Presented by
CBJF Livestream
Schedule
5:30 p.m.
Terell Stafford
7:15 p.m.
Jazzmeia Horn
9:00 p.m.
Kirk Whalum
12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Jazz Vocal Workshop with Ms. Dianne Reeves
Christina Cultural Arts Center
705 N. Market Street
Join us for a behind-the-scenes peek at rehearsal for the 34th Annual Clifford Brown Jazz Festival followed by a vocal workshop/conversation with five-time Grammy winner Dianne Reeves. Selected participants will receive a performance assessment by Ms. Reeves at the workshop.
Limited spots available
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Brought to you with generous support by the City of Wilmington, Cityfest, the Christina Cultural Arts Foundation, and the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
5:30 p.m.
The Tribute Legacy Band of Grover Washington
7:15 p.m.
Gerald Veasley
9:00 p.m.
Dianne Reeves
Dianne Reeves – vocals
Romero Lubambo – guitar
John Beasley – keys
Reuben Rogers – bass
Terreon Gully – drums
Performers
Friday, August 6
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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Join us for a behind-the-scenes peek at rehearsal for the 34th Annual Clifford Brown Jazz Festival followed by a vocal workshop/conversation with five-time Grammy winner Dianne Reeves. Selected participants will receive a performance assessment by Ms. Reeves at the workshop.
Limited spots available
Brought to you with generous support by the City of Wilmington, Cityfest, the Christina Cultural Arts Foundation, and the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
How many artists can you name from previous years?
START CONTESTALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM JULY 28, 2021.
Winners receive:
- 2021 Clifford Brown Jazz Festival t-shirt and hat
- $100 Gift Card to downtown Wilmington or Riverfront restaurant
- 16” x 20” print of one of the exhibit photos
- Choice of one night stay (8/4/2021 -8/7/2021) at The Sheraton Suites Downtown Wilmington
Winner will be announced from the main stage on festival opening night (Wednesday, August 4, 2021) Winner does not need to be present at CBJF on opening night to win! Winner will be contacted by email. Winner will be selected by random from the pool of entrants with the most correct answers.
*Winner must provide valid ID and telephone number to be awarded hotel accommodations. One night room and taxes only are included. Room can accommodate up to 4 guests. Incidental charges are the responsibility of the winner. Credit card and valid ID will be required at check-in.
Where to Stay
Official Festival Hotel
Book Your Stay
Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
422 Delaware Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 654-8300
Jazz Festival Rates
$139/night King Suite
$159/night Double Suite
Grab ‘n go breakfast included in room rates
Book by July 23, 2021. Rates are available from August 4 to August 9, 2021.
BOOK YOUR STAY
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Downtown Wilmington – Legal District
700 N. King Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 655-0400
Jazz Festival Rate
$119/night
Book by July 15, 2021. The rate is available from August 4 to August 9, 2021.
BOOK YOUR STAY
The Westin Wilmington
818 Shipyard Drive
Wilmington, Delaware 19801
Phone: (302) 654-2900
Jazz Festival Rate
$129/night
Book by July 23, 2021. The rate is available from August 1 to August 11, 2021.
BOOK YOUR STAY
Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront
760 S. Justison Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 803-5888
Jazz Festival Rate
$149/night King/Queen
Book by July 14, 2021. The rate is available from August 1 to August 11, 2021.
BOOK YOUR STAY
Hotel duPont
42 W. 11th Street at 11th & Market Streets
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 594-3100
Jazz Festival Rate
$189/night
(excludes taxes & fees)
Book by July 21, 2021.
Rodney Square
1000 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Getting to Rodney Square
Rodney Square located in Wilmington, Delaware is about two hours south of New York and 1.5 hours from Washington, D.C. Get directions to Rodney Square in Wilmington from your location.
Parking
There is limited on-site/street car parking available at Rodney Square. If you are unable to find parking on the street near Rodney Square, please explore one of the many affordable parking lots within walking distance of the Square.
Seating
The Rodney Square main stage viewing area is uncovered and includes a large general seating area on both the grass and stairs of Rodney Square. Patrons may bring blankets or low-backed lawn chairs (maximum 30”) for lawn seating areas. No tents are allowed in lawn seating areas.
Sponsors
DETV28
Delmarva, An Exelon Company
WRTI 90.1 FM
ShopRite
Kenny Family Foundation
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
National Endowment for the Arts
Delaware Division of the Arts
Christina Cultural Arts Center
Delaware Art Museum
New England Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project
Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Hotel duPont
Westin Hotel Riverfront
Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington
Colonial Parking
Faq
What time does everything open?
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday show begins at 5:30 PM
Saturday show begins at 1 PM
Food vendors open at 12 noon
Times are subject to change. Sign up for the email list to be notified of any changes.
Where can I buy official merchandise?
Bring a piece of the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival home with you. Official Clifford Brown Jazz Festival merchandise is available for purchase under the merchandise tent.
What is allowed into the festival?
- Only one small hand held cooler (no larger than 16? x 12?)
- An individual blanket (Maximum size 6’ x 8?)
- Strollers that are reasonably sized and do not obstruct the view of others
- Low-backed chairs (under 30?)
- Cameras are permitted but cannot be used to reproduce the event and must not interfere with other fans’ enjoyment of the festival (AUDIO RECORDING IS NOT ALLOWED)
- Good attitude
- Open mind
- Love of music
What is prohibited?
- Alcoholic beverages, illegal substances of any kind, firearms, noise-making devices, laser pointers, knives, box cutters, tools of any kind (including Leathermen) pepper spray, Mace, or any kind of item that could be used as a weapon. Beverages in plastic bottles or cans must be factory-sealed.
- Flag poles
- Commercial audiovisual equipment
- Tents, chairs with roofs over 30”, umbrellas and shade structures are prohibited in lawn seating areas.
- Beach umbrellas or beach balls (because they could end up in the bay and hurt the wildlife)
- No chairs over 30” are allowed and no chairs under 30” are allowed in the “no chair zones.”
- No pets
Is there camping onsite?
Sorry, camping is not available at Rodney Square but there are plenty of hotels not far from the festival grounds. Also, check out Visit Wilmington for additional places to stay and play in Wilmington.
Press/Media
Clifford Brown Jazz Festival Accreditation
Thank you for your interest in covering the 2019 Clifford Brown Jazz Festival! Please send all press and media inquiries to cityfest@WilmingtonDE.gov. Press registration is open through June 12, 2019. After this date, no submissions will be considered. You will be notified of your application status by June 15, 2019.
Please note the following:
- By requesting a press/media credential, you agree to all terms and conditions set forth by the City of Wilmington Division of Cultural Affairs
- The Festival reserves the right to approve or deny accreditation. The decision is final and cannot be appealed.
- You will be notified regarding the status of your application by June 15th. If your application is approved, we will send you specific details regarding your credential and the press offerings at the Festival.
- Walk-up requests for press credentials will not be granted.
- If you are a freelance journalist, you must be on assignment from a media outlet. Photographers must also be on assignment. Spec photography, portfolio photography, and personal website photography are not valid assignments. If you are a freelance journalist or photographer, you must be on assignment from a publication and provide an official letter of assignment on company letterhead.
- We will only credential photographers with SLR, detachable lens cameras. Point-and-shoot cameras will not be permitted in the photo pits.
- The Media Pass gives you access to the festival and into the Media Lounge only. The Press Pass gives you access into the festival, into the Media Lounge, and into the photo pits at the discretion of the Office of Cultural Affairs staff.
Additionally, if you are approved for press/media credentials we ask that photos of the full festival be taken (artist, audience, vending stations, etc).
Lastly, you may be required to sign a release of liability and/or a photo release prior to receiving your credentials.
For all press and media questions please email cityfest@WilmingtonDE.gov with “Press Question” in the subject line.