Jazz Festival tickets are on sale now  
Ticket sales opened on Dec. 3, and some spots are already selling out

The Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival is one of the most highly anticipated musical events that the University of Idaho produces. As one of the largest and oldest jazz festivals in […]

The Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival Performance in 2020 | Saydee Brass | Argonaut
The Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival planning committee seek volunteers 
The spring music festival is an annual UI tradition that requires a lot of time, commitment and helping hands

The Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival is the largest annual jazz festival west of the Mississippi River. As it was established in 1967, next spring’s festival will be its 59th year. The festival was named after master jazz vibraphonist Lionel “Hamp” […]

2024 Lionel Hampton Jazz fest Recap 
Kenny Garrett and Sounds From the Ancestors brought a night to remember

The Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival was a weekend filled with joy, laughter and music. Everyone loves music for a different reason, but the main trend we saw throughout the Jazz […]

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Lifehacks: April 15 – 21 
What’s happening at the UI this week?

With only a few weeks left of the semester, classes might be ramping up and stress is at an all-time high. Combat this end of year stress by enjoying some […]

Jazz Fest events you don’t want to miss 
Jazz Fest will dazzle attendees with immense talent from artists and super fun workshops

The Lionel Hampton Jazz Fest is a staple event at the University of Idaho. and you’ll definitely want to attend! Artists from all over grace the campus with their talents […]

A peek into this year’s Jazz Fest
With the return of in person workshops, here's a look at the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival

Lionel Hampton: A Life of Achievement  Lynn Skinner and the Lionel Hampton Big Band reflected on the history of the annual jazzfest, sharing some sentimental memories.  Skinner, who is more […]

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LIFE Hacks: Feb. 22-27

Vandals have an exciting week to look forward to, with the annual Lionel Hampton Jazz festival at the U of I and many other exciting events and activities to attend.  […]