The Columbus Youth Jazz (CYJ) Girls Ensemble is a 6 week jazz program that celebrates girls who play jazz. During each session, we will develop our skills as an ensemble while exploring jazz repertoire, style, improvisation and more, creating a fun and encouraging space for students to build confidence on their instrument.
The CYJ Girls Ensemble focuses on playing music while connecting with one another and learning about the women who have shaped the music throughout history. We believe it is important to foster a community that uplifts all voices and provides an opportunity for students to learn, take risks, and develop their skills.
This program wraps up with a final performance on March 27th.
Rehearsal Dates: Thursdays, February 19th – March 26th
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: The Jazz Academy, 4th Floor of the Lincoln Theatre (769 E Long St.)
Final Performance: Friday March 27th, Location TBD
The CYJ Girls Ensemble is open to female, nonbinary, and gender-expansive instrumentalists and vocalists in grades 7-12 with a minimum of two years experience on their instrument.
Attendance policy: Students may miss one rehearsal throughout the duration of the program, but must be able to attend the final performance on March 27 and are strongly encouraged to participate in our annual Jazz Girls Day event on Saturday, April 18, 9:30-4pm.
Girls Project Faculty:
- Mercedes Chomos, saxophone
- Merideth Eshelman, bass
- Elaine Mylius, trombone
- Plus special guests!
Please reach out to Mary Longsdorf, Education & Production Coordinator, at mlongsdorf@jazzartsgroup.org with questions or concerns.
