Enjoy Free Music at 5 Fridays of Jazz

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Jalyn Souchek
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5 Fridays of Jazz is a showcase of smooth sounds, satisfying sips, and more.

A weekly Friday Jazz series makes its return in March at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, playing host to talented local artists like the famed Joyce Cobb and Gary Topper.

5 Fridays of jazz
Overton Park Shell

The free music series, now in its 9th year, celebrates and supports budding artists and veteran performers. The 5 Fridays of Jazz series is in partnership with Overton Park Shell and the Memphis Library Foundation.

Performances begin at 6:30 p.m. and will last 90 minutes. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

  • March 1, 2024 - Memphis Black Arts Alliance presents Joyce Cobb ft. Memphis Jazz Workshop
  • March 8, 2024 - Memphis Black Arts Alliance presents Lannie McMillian Jr.
  • March 15, 2024 - Deborah Swiney
  • March 22, 2024 - Gary Topper
  • March 28, 2024 - Michael Townsend with special guest Alvin McKinney
Joyce Cobb performs for 5 Fridays of Jazz
Andrea Zucker
Joyce Cobb performs at 5 Fridays of Jazz

“Our continued partnership with the Memphis Library Foundation allows us to build community outside of the historic park stage,” said Yolanda Kelly, Shell on Wheels Outreach Manager. “We're excited to see familiar faces, and connect with new entertainers, as we spotlight local musicians and celebrate Memphis’ rich music history.”

For more information, please visit overtonparkshell.org.

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Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

3030 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38111

Joyce cobb performs on stage
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Hello! I'm Jalyn Souchek, the Director of Content for I Love Memphis Blog! I love calling the 901 home. When I'm not running the blog you can find me cheering on the Grizzlies, at a concert, exploring a new restaurant or kicking back at one of our breweries. I hope you'll love experiencing Memphis with me.

Build your perfect Memphis meal:

I love to eat so if I were to have only one meal left.. I’m going all out. I’d start with an app of Gumbo Fries from Blue City Cafe or Bayou Fries from Chef Tam, wings from Good Fortune or Central’s (honey gold and Jamaican Jerk), potato salad from Fat Larry’s, side of bbq spaghetti from Bar-B-Q Shop, and fried okra from Soul Fish. All paired with a Beale Street Brewing Space Age Sippin’.

Your most memorable Memphis moment:

College GameDay on Beale Street. That was an electric and perfect morning. I was still working in news then and was able to take it in up close and on the stage at some points. The fun and joy of everyone down there that morning is unbeatable.

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