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January 14, 2023
The Philadelphia Youth Jazz Orchestra
New program division of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute
The Philadelphia Youth Jazz Orchestra (PYJO), a new program division of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute under the direction of Justin Faulkner, creates a unique opportunity for students to explore the origins of the American contribution to the sonic history of the world.
Read MoreJanuary 27, 2023
Berks Arts Announces Second, Expanded “getJazzed Jams on the Road”
Attention: Music faculty, band leaders, teachers and students!
As part of a collaborative effort between Berks Arts, Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest, getJazzed, and community music schools in the region, students are invited to attend an afternoon of clinics and jam sessions with professional musicians and educators from across the region at THREE locations in 2023!
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January 14, 2023
Jazz Road Tours & Creative Residencies Webinar
Informational webinar by South Arts
Join the Jazz Road team on February 2 from 3 – 4:30 p.m. ET for a webinar about Jazz Road Tours and Creative Residencies, our vision for these grantmaking programs, and best practices on assembling an application. Register today!
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2023
Arts Funding Opportunities Round-up: January 2023
Grants, Scholarships, and Development for non-profits and individual artists
New: Jazz Road Tours grants
Read MoreJanuary 27, 2023
Key of She Jazz Jam 2023
Free jazz jam with Key of She Jazz
Register NOW to reserve your spot for the next Key of She Jazz Event happening on February 18, 2023 at University of the Arts in Philadelphia. Livestreaming available for those who aren’t near!
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2023
Mid Atlantic Arts welcomes new Program Director, Jazz, Ernest Stuart
Update from our partner, Mid Atlantic Arts
Mid Atlantic Arts is pleased to introduce you to their new Program Director, Jazz, Ernest Stuart. Ernest will be responsible for leading and managing the Jazz Touring Network and grant support program, the Living Legacy Jazz Award selection process, and serving as Mid Atlantic’s liaison to the national Jazz Road program. Ernest has worked in the arts as a performer and event producer since graduating from Temple University.
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June 23, 2022
Spotlight on: Thaine Smith
CORE Cooperative
“Nothing has the same feeling of belonging as playing live with others! Ever since I started playing the guitar I wanted to perform original music live. It has always been a yearning of mine, and to make a living performing for others would be a true blessing.”
Read MoreJuly 14, 2022
Spotlight on: Hiruy Tirfe
CORE Cooperative
“Philadelphia means everything to me. I would love to see this city back on the map. My hope for Philadelphia as a jazz city is to bring back the value of our music, musicians, artists and lovers of the arts.”
Read MoreJune 23, 2022
Spotlight on: Lora Sherrodd
CORE Cooperative
“Jazz music is an art form that stems from a place of oppression and the oppression of women is a subject that is rarely discussed within the genre. My hope is that writing this music will spark conversation about the current situation of women so that we can begin to create spaces for women in music.”
Read MoreJune 02, 2022
Spotlight On: Geraldine Oliver
CORE Cooperative
“Continuing my mission as a healer, I see using this music to help people heal. Heal their minds, hearts and spirits. Jazz is the healing force—my mantra.”
Read MoreJune 07, 2022
Spotlight on: Kenny Rosario-Pugh
CORE Cooperative
“I love playing Jazz and the unique freedom improv gives me. I also want to be an important part of helping the Jazz scene in Philly to grow.”
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The Philadelphia Youth Jazz Orchestra
New program division of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute
The Philadelphia Youth Jazz Orchestra (PYJO), a new program division of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute under the direction of Justin Faulkner, creates a unique opportunity for students to explore the origins of the American contribution to the sonic history of the world.
Read MoreJuly Jazz Event Round-up
Concerts & festivals you wont want to miss
Lancaster Avenue Jazz and Arts Festival, Hawthorne Park present Mid-Summer Jazz Fest, and Ledisi Sings Nina at the Mann Center.
Read MoreTwo Philadelphia debuts at Ars Nova Workshop
Adam O’Farrill’s Stranger Days on May 6 and “Of Shadow and Substance” on May 8
Stranger Days is the acclaimed, adventurous quartet led by a third-generation member of one of jazz’s most innovative family trees and Of Shadow and Substance” is a newly commissioned work by sound artist Lea Bertucci, with an opening set by bassist Luke Stewart.
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“I don’t care much about music. What I like is sounds.” Dizzy Gillespie
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