Sponsored by KNKX. The Eastside's premier showcase for regional and national jazz and blues artists returns to Downtown Bellevue with new dates! From June 1-5, the Bellevue Downtown Association (BDA) is combining snazzy tunes and spring weather for the 15th Annual Bellevue Jazz & Blues Music Series. For five days, venues across downtown will host live performances, many free to the public.

This year's featured artists include Grammy Award winner Bobby Rush and Australian composer Blake Noble who will perform ticketed shows at Meydenbauer Center Theatre. Tickets are now on sale for both shows. The full schedule of live performances will be announced in the coming weeks.

Young rising talents will also be featured at the Student Showcase starring local high and middle school jazz combos at Bellevue Arts Museum on June 5.