Jazz Fest on high note with legends tribute

Of all the challenges presented by the Chicago Jazz Festival during its 26-year run in Grant Park, the greatest may be blowing out all the candles that will be lit at this year's event in honor of the centennial years of three legends: Count Basie, Coleman Hawkins and Fats Waller, all of whom will be saluted by veteran players with a special understanding of their gifts. The tributes will be the icing on what looks to be the best fest in years.