We are committed to fostering a community that amplifies all voices and offers students the chance to learn, take risks, and hone their skills. Our Jazz Girls programming seeks to support and grow this historically underrepresented group of musicians while providing the high-quality jazz education that Jazz Arts Group is renowned for.
Proudly sponsored by Hazel A. and Charles R. Morrow-Jones
The Columbus Youth Jazz (CYJ) Girls Project is a month-long jazz ensemble 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 Project 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.
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Jazz Girls Columbus, is a free educational event for girls 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 history talk, improvisation masterclass, and a final performance/jam session. A local faculty representing all instruments will co-teach sessions alongside our guest teaching artist, Dawn Clement.
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