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Diet Coke and Jazz at Lincoln Center on Wednesday announced the lineup for the third annual Diet Coke Women in Jazz Festival at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola in New York City. The festival, to take place Sept. 3–Oct. 1, will feature nightly performances by some of the most influential women in jazz today as well as up-and-coming jazz artists.
Festival headliners include Cindy Blackman, Fleurine with Chico Pinheiro, Brad Mehldau & Gilad, Sherrie Maricle & The DIVA Jazz Orchestra with Nnenna Freelon and Rachel Z.
Reservations and additional information about the Diet Coke Women in Jazz Festival at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola can be found at jalc.org or by calling (212) 258-9595.
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