Janelle Monae, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, and Nikki Hill were just some of the artists that performed on the opening night of the Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festvial. Relive the festivities with more than 40 photos on our Flickr page taken by WXXI photographer Fred SanFilipo.
The Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival takes place June 20-28 in various venues in Rochester. WXXI News takes you behind the ropes, with coverage you'll only get from WXXI throughout the event.You can also find coverage on the WXXI webpage.
PHOTOS: Jazz Festival Day 1
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Janelle Monae electifies the crown during her opening night performance.
Fred SanFilipo / WXXI
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Big Bad Voodo Daddy performs outdoors during the opening night of the Jazz Festival.
Fred SanFilipo / WXXI
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Nikki Hill is one of the opening night acts for the Jazz Festival.
Fred SanFilipo