The SJF is a tribute to the 11th Annual International Jazz Day, and this year, the event is supported through a tourism recovery grant from the "Visit Arizona Initiative." On April 30th at the Scottsdale Civic Center, we have a spectacular lineup of Richard Elliot, Rick Braun & Nayo Jones, Jaleo Afro Cuban ensemble, along with The Molina’s 32nd Jazz Band, all-star youth jazz orchestra, and World-renowned trumpeter Jesse McGuire. The proceeds from the festival sponsor music programs for At-Risk youth in organizations such as Next Student Academy for the Arts, Molina’s School of Jazz, and the Doc’s summer music program,” Jones added. “Our mission is to produce concerts and events that bring attention to tourism in the state of Arizona.