INDY JAZZ FEST 2025 SEPT 12-20, 2025
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Grand Finale
Everwise Amphitheater
at White River State Park
September 20, 2025
Doors open @ 3:00 pm
Join us for the ultimate crescendo of Indy Jazz Fest 2025 ā a spectacular evening under the stars at the beautiful Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park. Known for its stunning skyline views and intimate open-air setting, this world-class venue sets the perfect stage for an unforgettable night of live music. The Grand Finale brings together four incredible acts: smooth jazz pianist Brian Culbertson, electrifying trumpeter Terence Blanchard & The E-Collective, funk, soul, and fearless storytelling for vocalist / guitarist Judith Hill, and the soulful brilliance of Nicole Henry backed by the Indy Jazz Fest All-Stars. Itās more than a concert ā itās a celebration of artistry, community, and jazz legacy.
Brian Culbertson - 9:15p
A chart-topping jazz-funk keyboardist, composer, and producer, Brian Culbertson brings high-energy performances rooted in R&B, smooth jazz, and soul. With over 20 albums and countless #1 Billboard hits, his shows blend dazzling musicianship with show-stopping stage presence.
Terence Blanchard - 7:30p
& The E-Collective
Two-time Oscar-nominated composer and 6-time GRAMMY winner, Terence Blanchard is a visionary jazz trumpeter known for his cinematic scores (including many for Spike Lee) and his groundbreaking fusion of jazz with opera, hip-hop, and contemporary themes. A true modern icon of jazz.
Judith Hill - 5:45p
Judith Hill brings her signature blend of funk, soul, and fearless storytelling to the Grand Finale stage. A GRAMMY winner whoās worked with Prince and Michael Jackson, Hill now shines with Letters from a Black Widowāa bold, emotional album praised for its powerful vocals and raw honesty. Expect a performance packed with fire, depth, and soul.
Nicole Henry - 4p
& the Indy Jazz Fest All-Stars
Hailed as one of the most soulful voices in jazz today, Nicole Henry brings a captivating blend of elegance, power, and emotional depth to the stage. Her interpretations of jazz standards and R&B classics have won her international acclaim ā and a Soul Train Award.
Rob Dixon - saxes
Steve Allee - piano
Brandon Meeks - bass
Richard āSleepyā Floyd - drums