Stanford Jazz Workshop Director Cory Combs Talks Jazz Festival 2026 with Branford Marsalis, Billy Childs & More
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Cory Combs, Executive Director of the Stanford Jazz Workshop, discussing the highly anticipated 54th Annual Stanford Jazz Festival.
In this conversation, Cory takes us through his journey from Wichita to one of the most respected positions in jazz education and presents a comprehensive look at the six-week celebration of music, culture, and learning taking place from June 21 through July 31, 2026.
Since its founding in 1972, the Stanford Jazz Festival has grown into one of America's premier jazz destinations, attracting…
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