Join us for a jam session led by vocalist Rachel Sepulveda, highlighting classic vocal jazz tunes from the Great American Songbook and jazz standard repertoire.
Join us for an evening of music by two of Jazz Arts Group’s signature Jazz Academy programs - the Columbus Community Jazz Band, and the Columbus Youth Jazz program.
Prepare yourself for a genre-bending evening with the soulful powerhouse, Jon Lampley. As a founding member of the dynamic Columbus group the Huntertones and a member of Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show Band, Lampley is set to ignite the stage with an absolutely unforgettable performance!
Join us for our first PBJ & Jazz of the season with the Whirlybirds!
Join us for our first PBJ & Jazz of the season with the Whirlybirds!
Celebrate the spirit of the season and come Home for the Holidays with your Columbus Jazz Orchestra and Byron Stripling.
Join us for a jam session in the Westin Lobby with your Columbus Jazz Orchestra.
Songs of the Season with the PBJ & Jazz Big Band featuring Rachel Sepulveda on voice!
Songs of the Season with the PBJ & Jazz Big Band featuring Rachel Sepulveda on voice!
Come out and see our flagship youth jazz ensemble, the Columbus Youth Jazz Orchestra (CYJO), under the direction of Mark Donavan, open for the Columbus Jazz Orchestra on their Sunday matinee.
Join the Columbus Youth Jazz big bands as they wrap up the fall semester with a winter concert at Fort Hayes Arts and Academic High School in the auditorium of the Fort Hayes Performing Arts Building.
Step into a winter wonderland of musical delight at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Main Branch at the Jumpin' JaKs Winter Family Concert!
One of Columbus’ most revered funk/jazz ensembles best known for their fiery live performances, the fo/mo/deep groove is rooted in the experimental school of the 70s… a time when jazz, soul and funk were one and the same!
One of Columbus’ most revered funk/jazz ensembles best known for their fiery live performances, the fo/mo/deep groove is rooted in the experimental school of the 70s… a time when jazz, soul and funk were one and the same!
Join us for a jam session at Natalie's Grandview led by drummer Zach Compston.
Get ready to groove to the soulful sounds of the blues and beyond with Columbus legend and B3 organ master, Bobby Floyd, as he ignites the stage with an electrifying performance alongside your Columbus Jazz Orchestra and special guest, Dan Wilson on guitar.
Join us for a jam session in the Westin Lobby with your Columbus Jazz Orchestra.
Camille Thurman awaits! With unparalleled talent and a truly captivating and magnetic presence, Camille will deliver an unforgettable concert experience that will leave you absolutely spellbound!
Jazz bands throughout Columbus City Schools have been working hard all year preparing repertoire for the annual Columbus City Schools JazzFest. As their families enjoy a rotation of phenomenal musicians inside the Lincoln Theatre, each band will be upstairs in the Jazz Academy warming up and participating in educational masterclasses to hone their skills as a jazz musician. The entire
The Columbus Youth Jazz program is proud to present two of our Youth Jazz big bands in concert: the Columbus Youth Jazz Ensemble, directed by Jessica Sneeringer, and the Columbus Youth Jazz Workshop, directed by Zach Compston. Join us for this free concert!
The Columbus Youth Jazz (CYJ) Girls Project is a month-long jazz ensemble that celebrates girls who play jazz.
Join us for the Columbus Youth Jazz Vocal Lab’s spring concert, led by Jasmine Spitzer, featuring vocalists from grades 7-12 performing a diverse repertoire of solos and ensemble pieces.
Join us on Sunday, March 9th at 2pm for a free concert featuring our Spring 2025 Columbus Youth Jazz Combos!
Turn up the heat with RED HOT JAZZ and experience the fiery footwork of dancer Leo Manzari alongside the electrifying fiddle playing of Jennifer Orchard.
Jasmine Spitzer is one of Columbus’ brightest voices and most engaging educators. Come along with Jasmine and her band to celebrate the contributions of women in jazz from the past and present!
Jasmine Spitzer is one of Columbus’ brightest voices and most engaging educators. Come along with Jasmine and her band to celebrate the contributions of women in jazz from the past and present!
Join us for a jam session at Natalie's Grandview led by drummer Zach Compston.
Be transported to the heart of soul music with powerhouse vocalist, Shayna Steele. Your Columbus Jazz Orchestra and Byron Stripling will lead you on a truly soulful experience that will leave you craving more!
Join us for a jam session in the Westin Lobby with your Columbus Jazz Orchestra.
Jazz Arts Group presents pianist Dawn Clement at Natalie's Grandview in a FREE concert to kick off Jazz Girls Columbus 2025!
Sponsored by Hazel A. and Charles R. Morrow-Jones Jazz Girls Columbus, is a free educational event for girls and gender expansive youth in middle and high school, individuals that are currently in college music programs, and all Ohio music educators. We accept ALL instruments and vocalists (traditional and non-traditional). This event includes full ensemble sessions, sectionals, faculty performance, interactive jazz
Sing, dance, and clap your hands to the music of soul legend Stevie Wonder, as we gear up to celebrate his 75th birthday next month! Featuring an all-star slate of Columbus musicians, this show will be sure to keep you moving and grooving!
Sing, dance, and clap your hands to the music of soul legend Stevie Wonder, as we gear up to celebrate his 75th birthday next month! Featuring an all-star slate of Columbus musicians, this show will be sure to keep you moving and grooving!
Experience the captivating journey through the life and legacy of Columbus legend, Nancy Wilson. Featuring the talents of Bobby Floyd, Mary McClendon, Sydney McSweeney, Chamber Brews, and many more, come along for a mesmerizing display of Nancy’s eclectic repertoire.
Audition for the 2025 Hank Marr High School Jazz Award and compete for a $500 CASH award and the chance to perform with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra!
Join us for an evening of music by two signature ensembles from the Columbus jazz community! This concert will feature the Columbus Community Jazz Band, one of Jazz Arts Group’s signature Jazz Academy programs, and the Capital University Big Band from the Capital University Conservatory of Music.
Join the Columbus Youth Jazz big bands as they wrap up the spring semester with a concert at the Columbus Metropolitan Library!
Jazz Arts Group’s Jam Sessions at Natalie’s are community-focused, curated events hosted by JAG’s Jazz Academy Faculty. Jazz musicians of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate in the jam. Or, come and enjoy a bite to eat and a beverage as an audience member and witness the spontaneity of the jam session—a staple of the jazz community.
Summer swings in with the very best of Broadway and the signature sound of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra! Hear the Broadway showstoppers and ballads made famous by Ella, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, and more!
Spend your afternoon at the Columbus Metropolitan Library with the final performance of the first week of the Columbus Youth Jazz Summer Workshop. Catch our instrumental small groups demonstrating their newfound skills learned throughout the week. It’s a showcase of you talent you won’t want to miss!
Swing into summer with the PBJ & Jazz Big Band playing all your favorite tunes to sing and dance to!
Spend your afternoon at the Columbus Metropolitan Library with the final performance of the second week of the Columbus Youth Jazz Summer Workshop. Catch our instrumental small groups demonstrating their newfound skills learned throughout the week. It’s a showcase of you talent you won’t want to miss!
Summer swings in with the very best of Broadway and the signature sound of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra! Hear the Broadway showstoppers and ballads made famous by Ella, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, and more!
Spend your afternoon at the Bexley Public Library with the final performance of the third week of the Columbus Youth Jazz Summer Workshop. Catch our instrumental small groups demonstrating their newfound skills learned throughout the week. It’s a showcase of you talent you won’t want to miss!
Our PBJ & Jazz Summer Series with the legendary Bobby Floyd and trumpet extraordinaire Byron Stripling!
Jazz Arts Group’s Jam Sessions at Natalie’s are community-focused, curated events hosted by JAG’s Jazz Academy Faculty. Jazz musicians of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate in the jam. Or, come and enjoy a bite to eat and a beverage as an audience member and witness the spontaneity of the jam session—a staple of the jazz community.
The Jazz Academy on Tour band is returning to a library near YOU this summer! Join us for a high-energy, interactive jazz experience that the whole family will enjoy!
Join your Columbus Jazz Orchestra LIVE at Headley Park!
Powerful vocalist Laura Camara takes the PBJ & Jazz stage with high energy jazz favorites from around the world!
The Jazz Academy on Tour band is returning to a library near YOU this summer! Join us for a high-energy, interactive jazz experience that the whole family will enjoy!
Join us at the Bexley Public Library for the music of soul legend Stevie Wonder, to celebrate his 75th birthday! Featuring an all-star slate of Columbus musicians, this FREE concert will be sure to keep you moving and grooving!
Summer swings in with the very best of Broadway and the signature sound of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra! Hear the Broadway showstoppers and ballads made famous by Ella, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, and more!
Join your Columbus Jazz Orchestra for a FREE concert at Bicentennial Park!
Close out summer with saxophonist Robert Dove and friends in a PBJ & Jazz party that will leave you movin' and groovin' for days to come!
Jazz Arts Group’s Jam Sessions at Natalie’s are community-focused, curated events hosted by JAG’s Jazz Academy Faculty. Jazz musicians of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate in the jam. Or, come and enjoy a bite to eat and a beverage as an audience member and witness the spontaneity of the jam session—a staple of the jazz community.
Celebrate JAG’s new concert grand piano and the legacy of Columbus pianists with Bobby Floyd, Dave Powers, and more.
Are you a middle or high school student interested in singing jazz, blues, soul, or R&B? Join the Jazz Arts Group for this free Vocal Workshop on Sunday, October 5 led by Laura Camara!
Hear the great American “Rhapsody in Blue” as it was originally performed- by a big band! George Gershwin’s kaleidoscope of American music will be performed by Bobby Floyd and the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, alongside more hits of the Tin Pan Alley era.
The Columbus Youth Jazz program’s annual Swing Sunday event returns for the 2025-2026 season! This year, Swing Sunday will serve as the premiere event for all four Youth Jazz big bands.
Are you a middle or high school student interested in singing jazz, blues, soul, or R&B? Join the Jazz Arts Group for this free Vocal Workshop on Sunday, November 2 led by Maggie Green!
The Columbus Community Jazz Band returns for another session this winter!
The human jukebox takes the PBJ & Jazz stage. Welcome a new season of family favorites with Dave Powers & Friends. With an entire musical library at his fingertips, your favorites are sure to be on the playlist.
The human jukebox takes the PBJ & Jazz stage. Welcome a new season of family favorites with Dave Powers & Friends. With an entire musical library at his fingertips, your favorites are sure to be on the playlist.
Come enjoy a FREE afternoon of jazz presented by all our Columbus Youth Jazz Combos at Long Street Studio.
Jazz Arts Group’s Jam Sessions at Natalie’s are community-focused, curated events hosted by JAG’s Jazz Academy Faculty. Jazz musicians of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate in the jam or if you want to sit back and enjoy the music, grab one of Natalie's signature drinks and a bite to eat. Tonight's jam session will be opened by the Byran Olsheski CYJ Combo and hosted on the music hall stage - a true jam experience awaits.
Step back in time and into the secret world of "Jazz Underground," a one-night-only speakeasy gala presented by the Jazz Arts Group on November 14th.
Byron Stripling and the CJO in a concert of seasonal favorites with a jazzy twist.
This holiday season just got a bit brighter with a free PBJ & Jazz community concert from us to you at the Columbus Metropolitan Library with the biggest band ever.
Join the Columbus Youth Jazz big bands as they wrap up the fall semester with a winter concert at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Main Branch.
A new instrument for a new year, say hello to the Hammond B3 Organ and the Chris Brown Quartet.
A new instrument for a new year, say hello to the Hammond B3 Organ and the Chris Brown Quartet.
The Columbus Jazz Orchestra presents a dressed down, up close and personal set at Natalie's Grandview.
Celebrate the centennial of a true titan of jazz! Experience the enduring legend who created THE iconic bass sound that still resonates today, as the George Delancey Trio honors the unparalleled artistry of Ray Brown.
Feel the vibrant rhythms of afro-cuban drumming fused with the lush harmony of jazz, that is Yumbambé Salsa.
Feel the vibrant rhythms of afro-cuban drumming fused with the lush harmony of jazz, that is Yumbambé Salsa.
Join the CJO for a “lover’s oasis” of tunes - the very best ballads just in time for Valentine’s Day. Columbus’ own crooners Phil Clark and Sydney McSweeney will have a program full of love - the ups, downs, butterflies, and broken hearts that make it the favorite subject of every poet and dreamer.
Experience the magic of Lena Seikaly's vocals. Effortlessly blending the cutting edge of contemporary jazz with the cherished sounds of the past, creating an enchanting and unforgettable musical experience that you don’t want to miss.
With Sydney McSweeney on vocals, swing and sing along to childhood favorites from today and yesterday - a mixtape fit for the kid of any age!
With Sydney McSweeney on vocals, swing and sing along to childhood favorites from today and yesterday - a mixtape fit for the kid of any age!
Witness the women titans of jazz: bolder than brassy, stacked with skills beyond measure, and hotter than THAT!
Experience the electrifying presence and groundbreaking artistry of trumpeter Sean Jones. His virtuosic playing and captivating stage presence takes you on a soulful journey through an intimate and transformative concert.
Paul Loren is a man of many vocal stylings: from Sinatra to McCartney to his own original sound, his spring finale performance with the CJO is not to be missed. Part Rat Pack, part contemporary pop, Loren and the CJO will create a tour de force of your favorite vocal stylings from the 50s to the 70s and beyond. It’s all on the menu at the Loren Lounge.
