Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 4 of 5): Alyssa Allgood Sextet, GHS Jazz Bands, Cherry St Combo
Schedule
Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Smokin' Willies BBQ | Galesburg, IL
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Night 4 of the Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival6:00 PM Galesburg High School Silver and Gold Jazz Bands
7:00 & 9:00 PM Alyssa Allgood Sextet ft Victor Garcia and Greg Ward
8:00 PM Doug Stone with the Cherry St Combo
The evening begins at 6:00 PM with performances by the Galesburg High School Silver and Gold Jazz Bands, directed by Dena Baity and Matt Welch, showcasing the next generation of outstanding jazz musicians.
At 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM, enjoy two sets by the Alyssa Allgood Sextet, featuring:
Alyssa Allgood – voice
Victor Garcia – trumpet
Greg Ward – alto sax
Julius Tucker – piano
Ethan Philion – bass
Jon Deitemyer – drums
About the Artists:
Alyssa Allgood is a Chicago-based vocalist known for her expressive sound, thoughtful interpretations, and dynamic stage presence. A DownBeat Vocal Jazz Soloist Award winner, she has toured internationally and is also a respected educator.
Victor Garcia is an acclaimed grammy nominated trumpeter, composer, and bandleader whose work blends modern jazz with global influences. Based in Chicago, he has performed worldwide and is known for his bold, lyrical playing.
Greg Ward is a highly regarded saxophonist and composer recognized for his inventive voice and genre-spanning collaborations. His work has earned critical acclaim, including recognition from DownBeat and the Jazz Journalists Association.
At 8pm, Doug Stone with the Cherry St Combo, directed by Andy Crawford. Guy McEntarffer (piano), Jude Reed (bass), Maya Kaufman (alto sax), Eileen Sheetz (tenor sax), Maddie Goss (trumpet), Dylan Poniewaz (percussion), Isabella Maldonado (vocals), Ian Catanzaro (drums)
For over four decades, the Knox Rootabaga Jazz Festival—known to fans as “’Baga”—has celebrated the unique spirit of the Galesburg community through a nationally recognized collaboration among schools, businesses, and local supporters, bringing world-class jazz artists to local stages.
More information: www.knox.edu/jazzyear
Complete Schedule
Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival
Tuesday, May 5th
7pm | Free
United High School
Doug Stone Rootabaga School Tour Band
Wednesday, May 6th
6pm-10pm | $3
Smokin' Willies BBQ (161 N Cherry St)
Area High School Big Bands
Cherry St Combo with Doug Stone
Thursday, May 7th
7-10pm | $5
Smokin' Willies BBQ (161 N Cherry St)
Faculty and Friends Band: The Faculty and Friends performance features Knox's accomplished jazz faculty and local jazz musicians from the vibrant live music community of central Illinois.
Friday, May 8th
6-10pm | $10
Smokin' Willies BBQ (161 N Cherry St)
6pm: Galesburg High School Big Bands
7pm & 9pm Alyssa Allgood Sextet w/Victor Garcia and Greg Ward
8pm Cherry St. Combo w/ Doug Stone
Saturday, May 9th
6:30pm | Free Admission to all thanks to the generosity of NAEIR
Orpheum Theatre
Rootabaga High School All-Stars Big Band (6:30pm)
Knox Jazz Ensemble (7pm)
The Baga Big Band (8pm)
The music of Justin Haynes
with special guests: Victor Garcia, Greg Ward, Doug Stone, & Alyssa Allgood
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Where is it happening?
Smokin' Willies BBQ, 161 N Cherry Street,Galesburg, Illinois, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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