Los Angeles Jazz Society

Bill Green Mentorship Brunch & Concert
2025-03-23 11:30 - 15:00 UTC | Catalina Jazz Club In Hollywood, 6725 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028, United States
Los Angeles Jazz Society’s
Bill Green Mentorship Brunch & Concert
1130 am – Check In
12 pm – Brunch & Jazz Mentorship Performances

Two sets from our student bands Plus a set from our mentors.

The Soundscape Mini Jazz Orchestra
2025-05-08 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
The Soundscape Mini Jazz Orchestra, led by Jose Robles is an Orange County based collective of musicians that all met at Saddleback College. They specialize in various different genres that fall under jazz umbrella including, but not limited to swing, samba, and funk. This is an outstanding group of young musicians that you will want to see and hear!
The orchestra is normally a 10 piece with 6 horns and a rhythm section. For this performance, the band is now a 6 piece with 3 horns and 3 rhythm similar to “Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers.”
Musicians:Jose Robles – WoodwindsBrian Watson – TrumpetElijah Parra – TromboneCooper Sisley – PianoRodrigo Moreno – BassJoseph Peña – Drums
Hosted by: Julie Berghofer
RESERVE FOR MAY 8TH YOUNG MUSICIANS SHOWCASE

2025 Vibe Summit
2025-05-18 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | World Stage, World Stage 4321 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles, LA, 90008, United States
CALLING ALL VIBE PLAYERS & LOVERS!
Yes, It’s that time of year again! Los Angeles Jazz Society’s annual Vibe Summit will be held both Virtually and In-Person at The World Stage! An opportunity for vibe players to gather – together and virtually – and for the audience to hear from some of the best! This year we celebrate 32 years of this annual Summit being held – and it is once again dedicated to Mal Sands, David L. Abell, and Remo Belli.
Our last FOUR VIRTUAL events were huge successes and we are continuing with the international aspect – with players from across the U.S. to Denmark, Japan, Hawaii and beyond? For 2025, we will continue to uphold our annual tradition – via zoom – and with a local component LIVE from World Stage, hosted once again by Steve Tarango!
JOIN US – in person or via zoom! Sign up now!
(In person space limited at The World Stage)
VIBE PLAYERS: If you want to participate and have not contacted us, please reach out to info@lajazz.org
RESERVE FOR VIBE SUMMIT NOW

Young Musicians Showcase Presents Coco Jade & Friends
2025-06-05 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver)
JOIN US – THURSDAY – June 5 – 7pm
Young Musicians Showcase
Coco Jade & Friends
Hosted by: Julie Berghofer
Coco Jade & Friends are just that! Bandmates are friends and classmates studying jazz at the Garn Family Jazz Studies Program at Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA), in Santa Ana. Led by Coco Benedetti, her band, along with other OCSA cohorts, will soon deliver a three-night performance as part of the Subaru Newport Beach Jazz Festival. The Hyatt Regency hotel, in Newport Beach, has staged the Newport Beach Jazz Festival (May 30 – June 1) on its property for 30 years. Coco, and members of her band, along with other school cohorts will perform in the hotel for guests and Festival patrons each night of the Festival. Bandmates are one of three teen jazz bands which gig at the hotel regularly, on Friday nights, over the past six months.
Coco Jade & Friends is a vocals-led band, with Coco as singer and pianist, and including; Shannon Imaoka, on piano, Emmet Althoen on bass and piano, and Kai Orozco on drums. The band keeps their sets dynamic with interpretations of jazz standards, impressive solos, and with Emmet and Coco pairing piano and vocals as a duo. Coco also makes sure to demonstrate her own piano chops when she sits to play with her crew.
Bandmembers are excited to do more pre-event performances this summer at the Hyatt Regency for its Summer Jazz Series, a summer-long concert series featuring world-renown jazz stars…and, before the stars, some very impressive teenagers!
We’re excited to present this talented group on Thursday evening June 5th at 7:00pm
RESERVE NOW AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
https://www.universe.com/events/lajs-young-musicians-showcase-with-coco-jade-friends-tickets-3YMHVX

Young Musicians Showcase Presents Julian Chiu & Friends
2025-07-10 19:00 - 20:15 (America/Denver) | Virtual Event
Julian Chiu is a 17-year-old jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader based in Los Angeles. Julian is a YoungArts Winner and a recipient of a DownBeat Student Music Award. A graduate of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts and the Colburn School, he will continue his jazz studies at NYU Steinhardt in the fall. Julian is extremely excited to showcase his unique, expressive compositional and soloistic voice with a band featuring:
Julian Chiu – Trumpet
Evan Dexter – Trombone
Joaquin Garde – Guitar
Taylor Lee – Piano
Eloise Wong – Bass
Ishaan Natarajan – Drums

Hosted by – Julie Berghofer
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Thanks to a grant from the ADLER DEUTSCH FOUNDATION and HERB ALPERT FOUNDATION, the performance is FREE to watch VIRTUALLY. There is no cost to view this live performance but registration is required to obtain your ZOOM log-in information – however – your donations are vital to our ability to continue these broadcasts and whatever you can give would be totally appreciated.
Link to Reserve https://www.universe.com/LAJSpresentsJulianChiu
Once you register, you will be sent information as to how to access this fabulous program. ZOOM log-ins will be sent approximately one hour before the performance.
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AND … please consider joining the Los Angeles Jazz Society (membership levels at $35 – $150)
to help support our programs and ongoing operations.
The Los Angeles Jazz Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to keeping jazz alive, especially focused on our youth, through education, music programs, presenting ‘Jazz in Schools’, the Bill Green Mentorship Program, the Jeff Clayton Memorial New Note commission, and more. Visit us for more information or to join and support our efforts. www.lajazz.org

Young Musicians Virtual Showcase Presents....... Ethan Lavenstein Quintet
2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver)
Ethan Lavenstein is a musician, teacher, and composer based in the LA/OC area. At the age of 10, he started playing the trumpet in his school’s band class. A versatile jazz horn player and keyboardist, Ethan Lavenstein is known for his dynamic performances and improvisational skills. At only 23 years old, Ethan has worked with Wesley Franklin, Allie Page, MKY, Greg Shilling, Jonny Kosmo, and more. He has played at the Greek Theater, Echoplex, Anaheim Convention Center, Secret Tides Punta Cana and many more venues in the LA area.
While heavily inspired by Jazz greats Lee Morgan, Herbie Hancock, and Freddie Hubbard, Ethan takes from a plethora of other musicians and genres. Some of his favorites artists include The Beatles, Tyler the Creator, Haley Heynderickx, Emile Mosseri, and Joyce Manor. Ethan graduated from California State University Northridge in 2024 with a degree in Jazz Studies under the tutelage of Howie Shear, Josh Aguiar, Tina Raymond, and Gary Fukushima.
For tickets please visit https://www.universe.com/events/lajs-young-musicians-showcase-with-ethan-lavenstein-quintet-tickets-4WL69N
Hosted by – Julie Berghofer
Recording Studio – Magic Closet Music, Woodland Hills, CA
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The Los Angeles Jazz Society has placed an emphasis on young musicians and are proud to introduce you to the next generation of jazz artists each month during this series.
We would value your ongoing support by becoming a member of the Los Angeles Jazz Society – please visit our membership page for more information on joining – membership levels vary from $35 to $150.

LA Jazz Treasure Award
2025-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90036, United States
The Los Angeles Jazz Society is honored to join the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in presenting the 2025 L.A. Jazz Treasure Award to Roy McCurdy – Jazz drummer, composer and adjunct professor in Jazz Studies at the USC Thornton School of Music. The presentation will include a performance on Friday, September 12th at LACMA.
Drumming since he was 10, McCurdy performed with Cannonball Adderley’s Quintet for 10 years, plus recorded with Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Joe Williams, Herbie Hancock Oscar Peterson, Blood, Sweat & Tears and many more. His influences included Louie Bellson, Shelly Manne, Buddy Rich and many more. The award is presented as part of the LACMA Summer Jazz Series – additional information is forthcoming.
Free admission. We recommend getting there early to guarantee a seat. Smidt Welcome Plaza | LACMA

Young Musicians Showcase Presents Mateo Arce & Friends
2025-10-02 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver)
Mateo Arce is a Los Angeles native, jazz pianist, composer, arranger and current student at Hamilton High School’s academy of music and performing arts program. He has been a member of many groups and conservatories including Jazz America, the Colburn School, Herbie Hancock Institute and LAUSD’s All-City Jazz Band. His resume includes performances at many prestigious venues such as the Catalina Jazz Club, Greek Theatre and Hollywood Bowl.
For tickets please visit https://www.universe.com/events/lajs-young-musicians-showcase-with-mateo-arce-friends-tickets-4R8JQ9
Hosted by – Julie Berghofer
Recording Studio – Magic Closet Music, Woodland Hills, CA
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The Los Angeles Jazz Society has placed an emphasis on young musicians and are proud to introduce you to the next generation of jazz artists each month during this series.
We would value your ongoing support by becoming a member of the Los Angeles Jazz Society – please visit our website at www.lajazz.org for more information on joining – membership levels vary from $35 to $150.

Los Angeles Jazz Society's 2025 Jazz Tribute Concert & Awards honoring Christian McBride, Patrice Rushen and more
2025-11-01 19:30 (America/Denver) | The Montalbán, 1615 Vine St,, Hollywood, CA, 90028, United States
For ticketing please visit https://themontalban.ticketspice.com/lajs-2025-jazz-tribute-concert-and-awards
Please call 818-994-4661 or visit info@lajazz.org for sponsorship opportunities and additional information.

Young Musicians Showcase Presents The Luke Davis Quintet
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver)
Luke Henry Davis is a sophomore jazz drummer, composer, and arranger at California State University Northridge pursuing his Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies. Luke began studying jazz drumming at age six with Tim Metz, as a teenager with Rick Lotter, and continued in college with Tina Raymond and Jason Harnell. He has performed at Carnegie Hall and the Golden 1 Center, the California Jazz Championships, international performances including Stockholm, Sweden and San Sebastián, Spain as well as on the BBC Global News Podcast. Luke was awarded the Ron Jones Drum Scholarship for Outstanding Musician at the Teagarden Jazz Festival and earned CSUN’s Outstanding Student in the Jazz Program Award as a freshman.
Music has been a profound source of meaning in Luke’s life, helping him to create deep connections while singing in choirs with his brother and friends, and allowing him to give back by volunteering for organizations that provide music education and instruments to under-served communities.
For tickets please visit https://www.universe.com/events/lajs-young-musicians-showcase-with-the-luke-davis-quintet-tickets-VRH2BX
Hosted by – Julie Berghofer
Recording Studio – Magic Closet Music, Woodland Hills, CA
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The Los Angeles Jazz Society has placed an emphasis on young musicians and are proud to introduce you to the next generation of jazz artists each month during this series.
We would value your ongoing support by becoming a member of the Los Angeles Jazz Society – please visit our membership page for more information on joining – membership levels vary from $35 to $150.

Young Musicians Showcase Presents - Miri Izenberg Quartet
2025-12-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver)
Miri Izenberg is a trumpet player and vocalist based in Southern California. She is a rising senior at the Orange County School of the Arts, where she is a member of the jazz conservatory. She performs as a part of the Ambassador Jazz Orchestra and the Colburn Jazz Workshop, and leads her own quintet, which was featured at the 2025 Newport Beach Jazz Festival. A performer in both jazz and classical groups, Miri has earned national recognition including a DownBeat Student Music Award for vocal solo performance and multiple honors from the Essentially Ellington Festival at Jazz at Lincoln Center. She has also played at premier venues including Catalina Jazz Club, Campus Jax, and Swing 46.
Studying trumpet with Willie Murillo and John Reynolds and voice with Lia Booth, Miri draws inspiration from legendary vocalists like Carmen McRae, Ella Fitzgerald, Jazzmeia Horn, and Cécile McLorin Salvant. She enjoys exploring both classic and modern sounds through her playing and composing, and above all else loves connecting with others through music.
Miri’s Quartet:
Miri Izenberg, trumpet, vocals
Emmet Althoen, paino
Gabriel Tong, bass
Kilan Lam, drums
For tickets please visit https://www.universe.com/events/lajs-young-musicians-showcase-with-the-miri-izenberg-quartet-tickets-H16LDF
Hosted by – Julie Berghofer
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The Los Angeles Jazz Society has placed an emphasis on young musicians and are proud to introduce you to the next generation of jazz artists each month during this series.
We would value your ongoing support by becoming a member of the Los Angeles Jazz Society – please visit our membership page for more information on joining – membership levels vary from $35 to $150.
