JAZZ LIVES HERE
2019 marks the 10th year of service to the Charlotte community for JazzArts Charlotte, formerly Jazz Arts Initiative. We are proud to continue our work as the premiere jazz organization in Charlotte with our focus on community enrichment through quality music education, live performances, and musician support.
In the past decade JazzArts Charlotte has grown into one of Charlotte’s most celebrated non-profit arts and education institutions. Our goal is to continue to serve this treasured community for many years to come.
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Gypsy jazz, where guitar is king
"Gypsy jazz is honest music," says Andy Page, guitarist and headliner for this month's Premiere Thursday show. "It's accoustic qualities mean there is no hiding behind anything. It's down to you and your bandmates."
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Like proud parents of a future generation
"Of all the things we are mproud of in the past 10 years, our students are at the top," indicates Lonnie Davis. After all, the future of jazz rests in their hands.
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NC Year of Music: Celebrating local jazz legends
Starting this month, Charlotte has the opportunity to rediscover jazz greats from our own back yard.
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