The Columbus Community Jazz Band is a longstanding community big band within the Jazz Academy open to people of all ages and experience levels. Led by Jess Sneeringer, the CCJB performs jazz classics in a fun and engaging environment. Join them as they open for the Columbus Jazz Orchestra at JazZoo!
Be enchanted with Your Columbus Jazz Orchestra as we explore the melodies of the Great American Songbook featuring the exceptional musical talents of Dave Powers and Bobby Floyd. Join us for an unforgettable evening of classic American tunes that have stood the test of time, performed by two Columbus virtuosos who are renowned for their mastery of jazz and blues.
The Jazz Academy Jam Sessions are a community-focused, curated jam session series held the second Tuesday of each month in the Jazz Academy October 2022-May 2023. Jazz musicians of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate in the jam. Each session will have a theme with a list of tunes that will be drawn from.
Experience a fusion of rhythm and soul like never before as "Jazz Meets Tap" brings together the extraordinary talents of vocalist Phil Clark and dancer Leo Manzari alongside your Columbus Jazz Orchestra in an electrifying concert that will leave you in awe. Get ready to witness the dynamic collaboration of two artistic powerhouses as they ignite the stage with their unparalleled skills and undeniable charisma at the Columbus Zoo!
Join us at 11:00 a.m. for story time at the Columbus Metropolitan Library followed by an hour of free music featuring the Terrance Charles Quartet starting at 12:00 p.m. in the Topiary Park and finish out a jam packed afternoon with an art activity provided by the Columbus Museum of Art!
