August 31-September 3
If you can’t attend the tribal rituals of Newport and Monterey, this local annual jazz smorgasbord is available – with something for everyone. A music lover can enjoy traditional jazz and swing dance parties with Johnny Vana and Jonathan Stout Orchestra, ’70s funk with The Hues Corporation, New Orleans jazz with Banu Gibson, the stylings of West Coast jazz veteran Jack Sheldon and many others. Friday $35/Saturday-Sunday $45/Monday $25, pass for all days $95, Los Angeles Airport Marriott, 5855 W. Century Blvd., LA, information 310.641.5700.
