Jazz at the Springs

********IMPORTANT JAZZ UPDATE ******

JAZZ WILL BE MOVED TO THE SIDE OF THE LINCOLN BUILDING!!! Due to forecasted weather (on Saturday) we are moving to higher ground to keep away from the mud! PARKING will be in the Washington lot and the Township parking lot! Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a beautiful afternoon with family and friends! See you Sunday!

Historic Yellow Springs Jazz at the Springs is coming soon!! Founded in 1998, this annual free, outdoor music festival will be on the first Sunday in June from 3 to 6:00 pm in the field behind the Chester Springs Studio on the campus of Historic Yellow Springs. Parking is in the field adjacent and also at the Washington Building- follow the signs! Bring lawn chairs, your family and enjoy a fantastic afternoon of Jazz at the Springs! Food and beverages available for purchase, provided by Cedar Hallow and Fitzwater Station.

The Studios at Historic Yellow Springs will be having a kiln firing during the Jazz and studio artwork will be for sale. This is a rain or shine event with no rain date. Jazz at the Springs is free and hosted by Historic Yellow Springs every year on the first Sunday of June. Your donations during the event will benefit the many projects to protect and preserve this local historical gem.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS

SUNDAY JUNE 1st JAZZ LINE UP

3:00 – 3:45 pm- Chico Huff & Company, featuring Chris Farr, Saxophone

4:00 – 5:00 pm- Calli Graver, Vocalist

5:15 – 6:00 pm- Chico Huff & Company, featuring E. Shawn Quaissaunee, Guitarist

Chico Huff – With over four decades of experience, Chico Huff brings depth and versatility to the electric bass. Largely self-taught, he sharpened his skills early on—landing his first paid gig at 14 on Martha’s Vineyard—by keeping pace with older, seasoned musicians. His fluid, expressive playing has supported an eclectic list of collaborators, including James Taylor, Carly Simon, Richard Elliott, Terence Blanchard, Dr. John, Solas, Seamus Egan, and Jefferson Airplane. From the U.S. to Europe, Japan, and Morocco, Chico’s journey remains rooted in collaboration and the pure joy of making music.

Chris Farr – Renowned for his artistry on the saxophone, Chris Farr bridges the worlds of performance and education.  His genre-spanning credits include Blood, Sweat & Tears, Sting, Jill Scott, The Roots, John Legend, Maynard Ferguson, Randy Brecker, Rihanna, and Eminem. With a reputation for both technical mastery and heartfelt expression, Chris continues to inspire students and audiences alike.

Calli Graver – Calli Graver moves effortlessly between jazz, classical, and pop, creating a sound that’s dynamic and deeply expressive. Raised in Lancaster, PA and holding degrees in vocal performance and jazz studies from the University of the Arts, she has shared the stage with icons like Josh Groban, Aretha Franklin, Andrea Bocelli, and Michael Bublé. Collaborations with orchestras and jazz greats such as Christian McBride and Peter Nero reflect her versatility. Her albums Cheer! and The Sun’s In My Eyes showcase a soulful, sophisticated sound, while her work as an educator and chorister in the Oscar-nominated film Maestro highlights her artistic breadth.

E. Shawn Qaissaunee – Crafting soundscapes with guitar, bass, piano, and traditional Afghan instruments like the rubab and dutar, E. Shawn Qaissaunee creates music that transcends genre and borders. A Berklee College of Music graduate, his performances with David Bromberg, Benny Golson, and Xiang Gao—as well as opening sets for McCoy Tyner and Al Green—have earned him acclaim. His presence spans major U.S. jazz festivals and global stages including Ireland’s Clifden Arts Week and the Bermuda Music Festival. With a rare blend of technical fluency and emotional nuance, Shawn invites audiences into every note he plays.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to jazz, this year’s Jazz at the Springs promises an unforgettable experience. Come enjoy world-class music in a one-of-a-kind historic setting!