50th Bix Jazz Festival

The Bix Jazz Society is celebrating its 50th anniversary festival, honoring the music & era (1915-45) of Davenport’s own Bix Beiderbecke.  The 3-day party includes 5 concerts: Thurs. night, Friday afternoon & evening, Saturday afternoon & evening, Aug. 5-7.  Eight national bands (tremendous, professional musicianship) + the Bix Youth Band and a dance floor.  Also, special events, including hearing Bix’s own horn, a (small) museum tour, and gravesite concert.  Festival site has souvenirs, a silent auction, and hospitality room.  Special rates and details at www.bixsociety.org

Thurs. 6 - 11pm  

Friday, Aug. 6 — 11:30am - 4:15pm and 6-11pm

Saturday, Aug. 7 —  11:30am - 4:15pm and 6-11pm