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Location
Huntington, MA
CreativeGround
Artist
William Cepeda & Elio Villafranca Sextet
Fiscal Year Awarded
2025
Grant or Program
New England States Touring (NEST) Grant
Grant Amount
$5,724
At the Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival, acclaimed artists Elio Villafranca and William Cepeda will unite for the first time to honor Charles Neville's legacy and celebrate the deep cultural roots of New Orleans music. This free event highlights the African diaspora's impact on music and the power of cultural exchange in shaping global sounds.