The Jazz Arts Group believes in the power of music to transform lives and is committed to offering lifelong-learning opportunities for individuals of all ages, interests, backgrounds and abilities.  JAG fulfills ths vision through its two Jazz Academy programs: Jazz in the Community and Jazz in Schools.  JAG opened the Jazz Academy community instructional space in the newly restored and historic Lincoln Theatre complex for multi-generational and recreational music making, ensemble playing, after-school programs, technology instruction and lectures with world-class musicians - a place where everyone can listen, learn and play. The Jazz Academy is also home to the PBJ & Jazz family music series.

Jazz in the Community

The Jazz Academy’s Jazz in the Community programs offer exciting opportunities in jazz and American music.  Courses at the Jazz Academy are designed to engage all ages and interests, from pre-school children to senior citizens, guitar players to aspiring producers, and students to teachers.  The Jazz Academy connects people, starts conversations and inspires music making – a place where anyone can listen, learn and play.

Jazz in Schools

Jazz offers a fresh approach to creating and thinking and can serve as a vehicle for learning and processing information.  Our musicians interact with audiences and our programs provide a balance of knowledge, conceptual understanding and skill development.