Folsom’s signature jazz gala supports student musicians with performances, dinner and auctions
FOLSOM One of Folsom’s most cherished music traditions will shine once again as All That Jazz returns to the Folsom Community Center on Thursday, November 20, offering an evening that blends vibrant performances, fine dining, and the unmistakable sense of community support that has helped define the city’s award-winning youth music programs.
Presented annually by the Folsom High School Music Boosters, the gala celebrates the city’s student musicians while raising crucial funds that sustain and expand instrumental music education. Organizers say the return of the event comes at an important moment, as growing programs at both Folsom High School and Sutter Middle School continue to earn state and national recognition for excellence.
“All That Jazz brings together two generations of student musicians,” said Erin Fulton, event co-chair. “It’s a wonderful showcase of talent and community spirit—and every ticket sold helps ensure that music education continues to thrive here in Folsom.”
Guests attending this year’s celebration will be treated to a full evening of live jazz from across two dynamic campuses. Performances include sets from Folsom High School’s nationally recognized Jazz Band A, a perennial standout in competitions across the country, as well as Sutter Middle School’s rising young musicians, who continue to build upon the district’s long tradition of jazz excellence. Together, the ensembles create a multigenerational soundscape that has become the hallmark of the event.
The gala also features a catered dinner, a no-host bar, and both silent and live auctions. Items range from local dining and entertainment packages to golf experiences, wine tastings, and vacation getaways, each donated by local businesses and community partners who support the arts. Organizers say the auction remains one of the most engaging and anticipated portions of the night, often generating friendly bidding rivalries that directly benefit student programs.
Proceeds from All That Jazz support the Folsom High School Instrumental Music Program by funding student travel, instrument purchases and repairs, master classes, festival participation, and expanded music education opportunities. With hundreds of students performing across jazz, marching, concert, and chamber ensembles, the program relies heavily on community support to maintain its robust schedule of performances and competitive events.
Tickets are $60 per person and can be purchased online through the Folsom High School Music Boosters website. The gala traditionally sells out ahead of time, and organizers encourage early reservations to secure seating for the November 20 event, which will run from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Folsom Community Center on Natoma Street. Guests are invited, though not required, to dress in 1920s-inspired attire to add a touch of vintage flair to the celebration.
Local businesses and individuals wishing to support the gala can donate auction items or become event sponsors by contacting the organizers directly. Community members have historically played a major role in the success of All That Jazz, contributing everything from services and art to exclusive experiences that help elevate the evening.
The Folsom High School Music Boosters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting all aspects of the school’s instrumental music programs, continues to play a central role in ensuring students have the resources they need to flourish. Through events like All That Jazz, the Boosters help provide opportunities that allow students to grow not only as musicians, but as leaders and ambassadors of the Folsom community.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit folsommusic.org.
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