Maria Schneider sits down to answer your questions about her experience as an NEA Jazz Master, composer, arranger, and music rights advocate. Maria has been conducting her orchestra for over 30 years and is a 7 time Grammy Award Winner.

Offstage is a chance to engage the outstanding guest artists you saw in the Southern Theatre in a fun, casual, and open environment. You, the audience, will be led in a captivating discussion with our guest artists about their music, inspirations, and life off the stage.

Join us at the Jazz Academy or on Facebook @TheJazzAcademy. We encourage you to bring your own questions and be prepared to learn about the life of a jazz musician. Admission to all Offstage events is free.