WinterFest ‘25
Let us start by saying thank you to all of those who came out and supported HOPE ACADEMY 2025 WinterFest event. We appreciate the love and we are so thankful for the…
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*Inglewood, CA – The Center of Hope courtyard was transformed into an intimate concert venue for a wonderful celebration of America’s #1 art form-jazz music, benefiting a good cause, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 12:00-6:00 pm.
“Swingin,’ Singin,’ and Givin’: WinterFest ’25” was a holiday fundraiser for Hope Academy in partnership with Center of Hope, 9550 Crenshaw Blvd. Inglewood, CA. 90305.
This spectacular afternoon of music, art, and purpose was presented by PocketJazz Presents and Hope Academy for Scholarship and Innovation.
The afternoon was hosted by producer, playwright, and spoken word artist Robert J. Carmack, MFA. Stefanie C. Baker, PhD, Event Host-HOPE ACADEMY co-founder, Executive Director of Schools, HOPE ACADEMY, welcomed the crowd to the event and gave an overview of HOPE ACADEMY.
Robert J. Carmack
Robert J. Carmack
With a stellar lineup of entertainment continued with a smokin’ set by the Robert Turner/Kevin O’Neil Trio. This tight group came out swinging and on fire with a composition by McCoy Tyner entitled “Passion Dance.”
Their set was a Tribute to McCoy Tyner, featuring brilliant arrangements by Kevin O’Neal. They continued with “Contemplation” and “Peresina” with spoken word written and performed by Robert J. Carmack.
Images of the night
Here are a couple of our favorite images from the event.