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Paso Robles is evolving and this conversation proves it. Adam sits down with Corey Jordan, founder of Libretto, to talk about the inaugural Paso Robles Jazz Fest and how a 50-seat listening room turned into a full-scale cultural movement. What started as intimate, unamplified performances inside a historic 1919 space has grown into a three-day experience that blends world-class jazz, Paso wine country, and human connection in a way that feels both elevated and deeply local.

They get into the real origin story of the fest, how a visiting New York artist sparked the idea, and why Corey believes Paso is ready for a “culture injection” at exactly the right moment. There’s something powerful happening here, where jazz, wine, and community all intersect, and this festival is designed to showcase that harmony in a way that feels intentional, immersive, and a little bit magical.

Adam and Corey also go deep on what makes Libretto different, from its no-amplification philosophy to the rare Steinway “unicorn” piano that’s played by some of the best musicians in the world. Plus, they break news on major expansion plans with Amsterdam Coffee House, including a full kitchen takeover and new partnerships that are about to level things up in a big way.

And then there’s the finale. A nine-foot concert grand piano brought out to Sensorio, overlooking the Field of Light, with Grammy-level talent performing as the sun sets. It’s not just a show, it’s a moment.

If you care about music, Paso, or just being part of something special before everyone else catches on, this is the episode.

• Paso Robles Jazz Fest official site: https://www.pasoroblesjazzfest.com/

• Libretto Paso: https://www.librettopaso.com/

• Libretto Jazz Fest page: https://www.librettopaso.com/pasoroblesjazzfest

• Libretto Conservatory: https://www.librettopaso.com/conservatory

• Amsterdam Coffee House: https://www.amstrdmpaso.com/

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