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June 5, 2026Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab Brings Interactive Music and Wellness Experiences to the 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival in Wilmington, DE
The 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, August 2-8 in Wilmington, DE.
Camden County, NJ – July 29, 2026 – Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab is excited to announce its participation in the 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, taking place August 2-8 in Wilmington, DE. As a proud part of this annual celebration of jazz music and culture, the Mobile Music Lab will be offering hands-on, immersive experiences that bridge music, wellness, and community engagement.
For the second year in a row, festival-goers of all ages will have the opportunity to interact with the Mobile Music Lab in a variety of ways, including:
- Community Drum Circles: Fun and energizing group rhythm sessions featuring Remo World Percussion, that foster creativity, emotional wellness, and connection. Led by experienced facilitators, these drum circles are perfect for people of all ages and skill levels, and will take place before and after mainstage performances during all seven days of the festival.
- Healthy Choices – Music + Nutrition: An engaging program that combines music-making with nutrition education. The Healthy Choices program at this event will once again feature Chef Tim Witcher, Executive Chef and Culinary Arts Educator, and winner of Food Network's Chopped and Rewrapped. Chef Witcher and his FoodSmart USA team will be joining us for special live cooking demos, showcasing easy, accessible, affordable and healthy meal prep tips for families with delicious free samples for event attendees.
- Hands-On Musical Instrument Discovery Zone: A fun, hands-on activity where participants can explore brasswind instruments like pBones, pTrumpets and Nuvo introductory woodwind instruments. Guided by professional educators, these interactive sessions introduce children and adults alike to the joy of music-making.
“We’re thrilled to once again be part of such a legendary event and the largest free jazz festival on the East Coast,” said Bob Jacobs, Executive Director of Jersey Surf, Inc. “The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is the perfect platform to showcase the power of music-making and wellness as part of a healthful lifestyle. Whether it’s drumming together, exploring instruments, or learning about nutrition, our goal is to create an unforgettable experience that celebrates creativity and healthy living for the whole family and the larger community. We’re grateful to have Chef Witcher and the FoodSmart USA team back with us again this year, continuing to make the Healthy Choices program engaging, educational and fun for festival attendees.”
The 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is a seven-day event that features free jazz performances, educational activities, and community engagement. The Mobile Music Lab’s participation in the festival aligns with the festival’s mission to make jazz accessible to everyone and to promote arts education in the community. For a complete list of performances, visit cliffordbrownjazzfest.org.
Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab activities will be located at Rodney Square, 1000 N. Market Street, during the festival, welcoming attendees to stop by, participate, and learn more about the programs offered throughout the year.
Sponsor Recognition
The Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab is generously supported by KHS America / Jupiter Bass / Mapex Drums / Majestic Percussion, along with Remo, Inc., Vic Firth, Inc., and MarimbaPad.com.
Program support provided by The Presser Foundation, The Camden County Cultural & Heritage Commission, the NJ Council for the Arts, the City of Wilmington and The American Heart Association.
About Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab
The Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab delivers music education, wellness programs, and immersive interactive experiences directly to schools, festivals, and community events. With a focus on accessibility and inclusion, the Mobile Music Lab brings the power of rhythm, music-making, and wellness to underserved communities across the region. To learn more, visit mobilemusiclab.com
About the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, named after the Wilmington-born jazz trumpet legend, is one of the premier jazz festivals in the region and the largest free jazz festival on the east coast. Held annually in Wilmington, Delaware, the festival brings together world-class jazz artists, community members, and cultural organizations to celebrate the rich history of jazz and its ongoing legacy and to celebrate community in the City of Wilmington. Learn more: cliffordbrownjazzfest.org.
Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab Brings Interactive Music and Wellness Experiences to the 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival in Wilmington, DE
The 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, August 2-8 in Wilmington, DE.
Camden County, NJ – July 29, 2026 – Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab is excited to announce its participation in the 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, taking place August 2-8 in Wilmington, DE. As a proud part of this annual celebration of jazz music and culture, the Mobile Music Lab will be offering hands-on, immersive experiences that bridge music, wellness, and community engagement.
For the second year in a row, festival-goers of all ages will have the opportunity to interact with the Mobile Music Lab in a variety of ways, including:
Community Drum Circles: Fun and energizing group rhythm sessions featuring Remo World Percussion, that foster creativity, emotional wellness, and connection. Led by experienced facilitators, these drum circles are perfect for people of all ages and skill levels, and will take place before and after mainstage performances during all seven days of the festival.
Healthy Choices – Music + Nutrition: An engaging program that combines music-making with nutrition education. The Healthy Choices program at this event will once again feature Chef Tim Witcher, Executive Chef and Culinary Arts Educator, and winner of Food Network’s Chopped and Rewrapped. Chef Witcher and his FoodSmart USA team will be joining us for special live cooking demos, showcasing easy, accessible, affordable and healthy meal prep tips for families with delicious free samples for event attendees.
Hands-On Musical Instrument Discovery Zone: A fun, hands-on activity where participants can explore brasswind instruments like pBones, pTrumpets and Nuvo introductory woodwind instruments. Guided by professional educators, these interactive sessions introduce children and adults alike to the joy of music-making.
“We’re thrilled to once again be part of such a legendary event and the largest free jazz festival on the East Coast,” said Bob Jacobs, Executive Director of Jersey Surf, Inc. “The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is the perfect platform to showcase the power of music-making and wellness as part of a healthful lifestyle. Whether it’s drumming together, exploring instruments, or learning about nutrition, our goal is to create an unforgettable experience that celebrates creativity and healthy living for the whole family and the larger community. We’re grateful to have Chef Witcher and the FoodSmart USA team back with us again this year, continuing to make the Healthy Choices program engaging, educational and fun for festival attendees.”
The 39th Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is a seven-day event that features free jazz performances, educational activities, and community engagement. The Mobile Music Lab’s participation in the festival aligns with the festival’s mission to make jazz accessible to everyone and to promote arts education in the community. For a complete list of performances, visit cliffordbrownjazzfest.org.
Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab activities will be located at Rodney Square, 1000 N. Market Street, during the festival, welcoming attendees to stop by, participate, and learn more about the programs offered throughout the year.
Sponsor Recognition
The Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab is generously supported by KHS America / Jupiter Bass / Mapex Drums / Majestic Percussion, along with Remo, Inc., Vic Firth, Inc., and MarimbaPad.com.
Program support provided by The Presser Foundation, The Camden County Cultural & Heritage Commission, the NJ Council for the Arts, the City of Wilmington and The American Heart Association.
About Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab
The Jersey Surf Mobile Music Lab delivers music education, wellness programs, and immersive interactive experiences directly to schools, festivals, and community events. With a focus on accessibility and inclusion, the Mobile Music Lab brings the power of rhythm, music-making, and wellness to underserved communities across the region. To learn more, visit mobilemusiclab.com
About the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, named after the Wilmington-born jazz trumpet legend, is one of the premier jazz festivals in the region and the largest free jazz festival on the east coast. Held annually in Wilmington, Delaware, the festival brings together world-class jazz artists, community members, and cultural organizations to celebrate the rich history of jazz and its ongoing legacy and to celebrate community in the City of Wilmington. Learn more: cliffordbrownjazzfest.org.
