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In September, as a part of the 46^th Annual Festival in the Park, the Jazz Arts Initiative offered the Jazz Arts Stage for the first time. This premier event provide opportunities for local performing groups from middle schools, high schools and colleges, as well as professional artists, to showcase their skills.  Audiences explored their cultural heritage and mingled with performers who have discovered their passion for music and the diversity of the jazz arts.

The Jazz Stage goal  is planned as an annual event to provide an opportunity for local and regional musicians, other jazz-related performing artists, and audiences to share in the celebration of community through jazz. It is an opportunity to learn about the contributions of Charlotte and NC Jazz musicians through its Heritage Jazz Performances and Presentations. Although focused on musical performance, the Jazz Arts Stage will also feature artists who gain inspiration from the music and its participants. 

 The Stage will showcase local and regional musicians as well as offer opportunities for Jazz education and exploration for young people and adults.  Charlotte's best regional professional and amateur performers will participate. This project is a first step toward developing a local community heritage jazz festival celebrating the Carolina's contribution to the American jazz songbook. The Jazz Stage will reflect the diversity of ethnicities, races, ages, and genders of jazz performers in this region.

Featured JazzArts Music Stage Activities

• Professional Musician Showcase
• Jazz Heritage Performances
  • Tributes to Charlotte Jazz Musicians
  • Tributes to NC Jazz Musicians
• Middle School, High School and College Jazz Showcase
• Participatory Jazz Educational Activities(focused Jazz Clinics for young people)
• Jazz-Related Artists and Exhibitors (Jazz Related Merchandise: CDs, Videos, and Artwork)