Pittsfield CityJazz Festival

Oct 08 - Oct 21, 2010

A destination in the heart of beautiful Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts. In concert with fall foliage: glorious days, hot jazz at night.

Up-and-coming vibraphonist Joe Baione makes his Berkshires debut with his quintet on Friday, Oct. 15.

The legendary Claire Daly guest-solos with the Berkshires Jazz Youth Ensemble, and then will be featured with the American Jazz Repertory Orchestra, a 16-piece big band, on Saturday, Oct. 16.

Regionally-based jazz performers are featured throughout the two-week festival. Many events are free. Check web site for details.

Jazz in Schools promotes education. All while boosting downtown revitalization.