An Open Letter to our Students and their Families

November 25, 2020 By: Zach Compston, Director of Education and Community Engagement As we take this time to rest, recharge and refocus our attention on family and fellowship, the word “gratitude” has taken on new meaning during these times. True to the spirit of jazz, together we have embraced the unknowns of daily life with music in our hearts and

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2020 Hank Marr High School Jazz Award Winner

JAZZ ARTS GROUP ANNOUNCES WINNER OF 2020 HANK MARR HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ AWARD Simon Metzger is announced as the 2020 Hank Marr High School Jazz Award recipient; Columbus, OH –The Jazz Arts Group of Columbus (JAG) has announced its winner of the 2020 Hank Marr High School Jazz Award – 17 year-old drummer Simon Metzger.  The award demonstrates excellence

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CYJ Students Play Music for a Cause

Written by Education and Outreach Coordinator, Alexa Brennan The directors and staff on our Youth Jazz team love having a reason to celebrate. And as students in the Columbus Youth Jazz program grow into talented young adults, there are plenty of opportunities. When students turn into budding musicians, start lifelong friendships, develop a love of jazz, and cultivate

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