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Fueled by the transformative power of the arts, the Sunset Music and Education Foundation brings people together through world-class performances, comprehensive music education, and cultural access—empowering underserved students with the instruments and tools they need to thrive.
International Jazz Day Celebration!
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Join Palm Springs and over 190 countries as we stream the joy, unity, and soul of jazz around the world.
The Sunset Music & Education Foundation proudly shares highlights from our sold-out Sunset Jazz Soirée, featuring a special performance by jazz sensation Yuko Mabuchi and appearances by student musicians Stephen Powell and Fabrizio Doyle, supported through our SMARTS Initiative.
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Hosted by Sweet Baby J'ai, this celebration honors the power of jazz to uplift, unite, and inspire.
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Join us now in celebrating International Jazz Day—music is happening across the globe!
Check out #JazzDay for a list of concerts and cities taking part in this worldwide celebration.
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Click here to watch and celebrate the music that moves the world! JazzDay 2025
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Freedom Day Celebration
June 19, 2025. 5pm
Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 Museum Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Celebrate Juneteenth with Music, Unity & Inspiration!
Join us on June 19th for a free and open-to-the-public Juneteenth celebration honoring freedom, resilience, and the power of community!
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Enjoy soul-stirring live performances from talented musicians, and artists, thought-provoking words from influential speakers, and a vibrant gathering that brings people together in the spirit of liberation and progress.
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This special event is part of our commitment to cultural enrichment, empowerment, and unity through music and storytelling. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors as we uplift, educate, and celebrate this historic day.
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Stay tuned for more information on our lineup.
Sunset Music & Comedy Festival - PRIDE and VETERAN'S DAY WEEKEND
November 6-9, 2025
One Epic Weekend: PS Pride, Veterans Day & Nonstop Music Collide in Palm Springs!
Check this out—Palm Springs Pride Fest, usually a first-week-of-November event, is shaking things up and landing right on our scheduled Veterans Day Weekend. Coincidence? Maybe. Destiny? Absolutely. We’re leaning all the way in and seizing the moment to celebrate it all! Because what do you get when you mix Pride with a concert steeped in music education? Pure magic—a sonic explosion of culture,
community, and pure, unfiltered fun!
When Pride energy meets the power of live music, the result is nothing short of electrifying. Imagine a weekend where every note tells a story, every
performance honors a legacy, and every beat fuels both celebration and connection. We’re bringing together iconic artists, rising stars, and unexpected collaborations
to entertain, educate, and inspire.
Whether you're here for the music, the knowledge,the movement, or just to dance under the desert sky, this Pride week is about to make history—and you’ll want to be part of it!
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Jingle Jams & Winter Grooves
Thurday in December TBD, 5pm
​​Sunset Music and Education Foundation's
Holiday Sing-A-Long – A Festive Night of Music & Giving!
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Join us for a joyful evening of music, laughter, and holiday cheer at the Holiday Sing-A-Long, benefiting our SMARTS Initiative! Experience the magic of the season as we come together to sing Christmas, Hanukkah, and holiday favorites, led by incredible jazz ensemble.
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More than just a celebration, this event helps bring the gift of music to children in need. Witness the pure joy on a child’s face when they are gifted an instrument—a tool with the power to transform their future.
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Come sing, celebrate, and share the spirit of giving as we make the season brighter for our community and young musicians. See you there!
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Free & Open to the Public. Stay tuned for updates!