Hank Hehmsoth, Michael Powers, Utah Hamrick, Morris Nelms and more at Eddie Durham Jazz Festival at Eddie Durham Park

Celebrate the life and legacy of San Marcos native Eddie Durham — a musical trailblazer whose genius helped shape the swing era. As a visionary guitarist, trombonist, and arranger, Durham elevated the sounds of legends like Count Basie and Glenn Miller, and made history as the first to record an amplified guitar.

Join us for a free outdoor concert in the neighborhood that raised him — with live music, community spirit, and a rhythm rooted in history. ​Performances honoring the pioneering guitarist, trombonist, and composer Eddie Durham.

MC Topsy Durham
From New York: Michael Powers...

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Celebrate the life and legacy of San Marcos native Eddie Durham — a musical trailblazer whose genius helped shape the swing era. As a visionary guitarist, trombonist, and arranger, Durham elevated the sounds of legends like Count Basie and Glenn Miller, and made history as the first to record an amplified guitar.

Join us for a free outdoor concert in the neighborhood that raised him — with live music, community spirit, and a rhythm rooted in history. ​Performances honoring the pioneering guitarist, trombonist, and composer Eddie Durham.

MC Topsy Durham
From New York: Michael Powers
Morris Nelms & The Calaboose Players
Sonia Love
Swing Junction Swing Dancers
Texas State Jazz Ensemble
Tomar & The FCS

Original abstract jazz artworks by Hank Hehmsoth on view inside Cephas House, exploring the vibrant connection between jazz and visual art.
: All About Eddie, an NEA-funded video retrospective produced by Hehmsoth and narrated by NEA Jazz Masters Phil Schaap and Dan Morgenstern. Screenings every half hour.

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