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For more than 20 years, Christmas Eve at the Kennedy Center meant settling into a seat and letting live jazz set the tone for the holiday. The annual Jazz Jam became a seasonal ritual—warm, spontaneous, and comforting in its familiarity. This year, that rhythm stopped. The beloved concert was officially called off, catching longtime fans off guard and leaving an unexpected opening in the holiday plans of many who had come to count on the music as part of their celebration.
The cancellation followed a personal decision by the event’s longtime host, drummer and vibraphonist Chuck Redd, who had guided the concert since 2006. After stepping into the role years ago and shaping the evening into a signature holiday experience, Redd chose to withdraw this season. He explained that recent institutional changes made it impossible for him to continue in good conscience, prompting his exit and, ultimately, the event’s cancellation.
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