Branford Marsalis, Chick Corea & Gary Burton Headline 2007 Portland Jazz Fest

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Branford Marsalis, the Chick Corea & Gary Burton duo and Kurt Elling are among the headliners of the Portland Jazz Festival presented by Qwest. The festival will run from Feb. 16–25, 2007, in venues across the city.

Other performers will include Tomasz Stanko, Don Byron, Dave Douglas, Geri Allen and Roy Hargrove. Along with ticketed event, the festival will offer free events and educational programs.

For more information go to: pdxjazz.com



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