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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Nov 3
Conversations with Curtis welcomes Grammy-winning trumpeter Maurice Brown
Tune in Tuesday nights to hear outstanding performers discuss their passions and projects. November 3: Grammy-winning trumpeter Maurice Brown.
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Welcoming New Board Members to the Jazz Community
Get to know new Board members Kris Kellog and Joseph Smith.
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Preserving the Essence of a Jazz Culture – Preservation Hall
This month, Conversations with Curtis welcomes Ben Jaffe, Creative Director at Preservation Hall. JazzArts Charlotte has celebrated our holiday at the JAZZ ROOM with the Preservation Hall All-Stars several times to sold-out crowds. They know how to bring the house down with their New Orleans traditional jazz sound. But there is much more to Preservation Hall.
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WFAE Songversations: Joni Deutch speaks with Lonnie Davis and Troy Conn
In the final episode of the WFAE Songversations series on August 27, host Joni Deutch spoke to Lonnie Davis and Troy Conn about their recent experiences and expectations for the jazz community.
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