Los Angeles Jazz Society

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
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
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.

Bill Green Mentorship Program Auditions
2026-01-24 10:00 - 15:30 | American Federation of Musicians Local 47, 3220 Winona Ave., Burbank, CA, 91504, United States
Bill Green Mentorship Program 2026
Auditions for the Los Angeles Jazz Society’s annual Bill Green Mentorship Program are today for those whose applications were accepted. Talented young musicians – ages 12 to 18 (up to senior in high school) will audition for the opportunity to receive 5 weeks of lessons with a professional jazz musician and participate in jazz band workshops. Awardees will engage in a final concert performance to be held at Catalina’s Jazz Club in Hollywood on Sunday March 29th.

Jazz in Schools
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-27
Jazz in Schools, initiated by the Los Angeles Jazz Society in 1988, offers free, age-appropriate jazz performances to LAUSD elementary schools during February, Black History Month. The program introduces young students to jazz and recognizes the cultural contributions of African Americans to this uniquely American art form. The concerts are held across all 15 City Council districts, reaching over 20,000 children annually. The program engages students with interactive performances featuring LA’s finest jazz musicians. Students learn about jazz history—including Latin jazz and women in jazz—musical instruments, improvisation, and the genre’s influence on pop music, all while clapping, marching, and dancing along.

Bill Green Mentorship Brunch & Concert "SAVE THE DATE"
2026-03-29 11:30 - 15:00 | Catalina Jazz Club In Hollywood, 6725 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028, United States
Please join us for this ‘graduation’ concert with over 30 jazz students who will have completed the 2026 Bill Green Mentorship Program.
11:30am Check-in / 12 p.m. Brunch & Jazz Mentorship Performances —— Additional Details Coming Soon
