Brian Casserly is a regular featured All-Star at jazz festivals throughout the country; and a session musician for commercials, professional recordings and musicals in the U.S. and Canada. Photo courtesy of Hot Jazz Jubilee

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - The ninth annual Hot Jazz Jubilee will feature four days of music and entertainment over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30 to Sept. 2, under one roof.

Five rooms will offer music, ranging from the large Grand Ballroom to the more intimate Garden Terrace and RJ’s. Dancers will want to be in the three ballrooms that offer a dance floor.

The annual extravaganza will feature more than 20 bands and guest artists.

“We are excited to offer some new featured performers, plus some bands returning by popular demand,” said Hot Jazz Jubilee festival director Pat Jones. “And the variety can’t be beat. We have jazz, swing, zydeco, rock ‘n’ roll and R & B. Something for everyone.”

Performers include Brian Casserly, Todd Morgan & The Emblems, San Lyon, Katie Cavera & the Lost Boys, and many more. Some exciting special sets are "Boogie Woogie Extravaganza" on Saturday, Aug. 31 and a "Back to the Future" Old Time Rock 'n' Roll set on Sunday, Sept. 1.

In addition, Shaymus Hanlin will present his "Tribute to Frank Sinatra" and High Street Band will honor Veterans with their "Salute to the ’60s" on Friday, Aug. 30. There will be two gospel sets on Sunday, Sept. 1, one set with Yve Evans and Company, and the other set with High Street Band. Special guest pianist, Nicole Pesce will perform two sets, “Two Pianos, Six Hands,” with Stephanie and Paolo.

For the full performance schedule, check online at hotjazzjubilee.com/venues-scheduled-events.

Brian Casserly is a regular featured All-Star at jazz festivals throughout the country; and a session musician for commercials, professional recordings and musicals in the U.S. and Canada. Photo courtesy of Hot Jazz Jubilee

The family-friendly event is in air-conditioned comfort at the newly-remodeled DoubleTree by Hilton Sacramento at 2001 Point West Way. Admission is free for children 18 and under.

Sacramento Jazz Education Foundation will sponsor Youth Clinics where young musicians can perform with the pros. Food and drink and a jazz vendor fair will also be on site.

Single-day tickets are $65 for Aug. 30, $85 for Aug. 31 or Sept. 1 and $65 for Sept. 2. A four-day event pass is $155. Tickets are available online at hotjazzjubilee.com/purchase-tickets. For special group rates, visit [email protected].