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SUMMARY:Jazz in Schools
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://lajazz.org/event/jazz-in-schools/
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SUMMARY:Young Musicians Showcase Presents - Wesley Bozman Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wesley Bozman began playing piano at the age of three and trumpet at the age of nine. Classically trained\, Wesley began performing jazz in middle school\, capturing the top award as trumpet soloist in several local competitions and the Outstanding Musician Award at the first National Jazz Festival held in Philadelphia\, February 2020. In high school\, Wesley attended the Philadelphia International Music Festival\, where he studied classical piano with Mark Livshits and Tatiana Abramova\, and he performed in the festival orchestra on trumpet. At the Eastman School of Music Summer Jazz Studies program\, Wesley studied jazz piano with Professor Dariusz Terefenko\, and he later became the jazz pianist for the Philadelphia Youth Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Justin Faulkner\, percussionist for the Branford Marsalis Quartet. \nWesley has been arranging and composing since the age of fourteen and appreciates the opportunities for self-expression and creation inherent in music. Wesley is a jazz piano performance major at the University of Southern California where he studies with Professor Josh Nelson. He was awarded the Emerging Artist Grant from the Jexa Awards\, and was given a grant to perform his original compositions. Wesley can be found in the LA area playing his music at clubs such as Birds of a Feather. \nFor tickets please visit https://www.universe.com/WesleyBozmanTrio \nHosted by – Shari Hoffman \n______________________________________ \nThe 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. \nWe 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.
URL:https://lajazz.org/event/young-musicians-showcase-presents-wesley-bozman-trio/
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SUMMARY:Bill Green Mentorship Brunch & Concert
DESCRIPTION:Named in the memory of the great saxophonist and jazz educator\, the Bill Green Mentorship Program was initiated in 1998 to supplement the education of promising young jazz students and to encourage their development as future professional jazz artists. This program boasts an impressive roster of graduates who are successful performing musicians. \nOver 30 selected music students receive 5 weeks of mentorship lessons in advanced music techniques from professional musicians. The final workshop is a professional recording session with each student receiving a CD of the session. Students and mentors subsequently perform in a jazz concert\, to be held at Catalina’s Jazz Club in Hollywood on March 29th\, 2026. \nHosted by Ira Nepus\, there will be 3 sets featuring our 2026 Mentorship graduates including one set with Mentors and previous graduates \nMentors/ Coaches – Kirsten Edkins (Tenor Sax)\, Richard Simon (Bass)\, Dave Tull (Drums) \nBill Green Graduates – Avery Scanlon (Guitar)\, Taylor Lee (Piano)\, Jordan Klein (Trombone)\, Alan Green (Alto Sax) \nFor more information and to purchase tickets please visit:  https://www.ticketweb.com/event/bill-green-mentorship-concert-catalina-jazz-club-tickets/14183034?pl=cbg&REFID=clientsitewp \n 
URL:https://lajazz.org/event/bill-green-mentorship-brunch-concert-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Catalina Jazz Club In Hollywood\, 6725 Sunset Boulevard\, Hollywood\, 90028\, United States
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Jazz Society Presents The Resolution Tour: "A Sound of Her Own" Women in Jazz Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:A live panel hosted by jazz vocalist Darynn Dean\, explores how women in jazz are shaping the sounds of today. Featuring the extraordinary flutist\, vocalist\, and composer Elena Pinderhughes\, dynamic saxophonist and composer Nicole McCabe\, powerful West African percussionist and recording artist Mizan Willis\, and the soulful trumpeter\, composer\, and bandleader Tatiana Tate. Together we will explore how jazz continues to evolve and how inclusion\, identity\, and innovation are reflected in the music. \n Scheduled Events  \n\n“A Sound of Her Own” Women in Jazz Panel Discussion\nLive Q+A | Discussion\nMusical Performance\n\nHOST:  DARYNN DEAN \nPanelists: \nElena Pinderhughes- (Flute/Vocals) \nNicole McCabe- (Saxophone) \nMizan Willis (Percussion) \nTatiana Tate- (Trumpet) \nFor tickets please visit https://www.universe.com/LAJSPresentsWomeninJazz \n______________________________________ \nThe 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. \nWe 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. \n 
URL:https://lajazz.org/event/los-angeles-jazz-society-presents-the-resolution-tour-a-sound-of-her-own-women-in-jazz-panel-discussion/
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SUMMARY:Young Musicians Showcase Presents – Charlie Cohn Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Charlie Cohn is a pianist and composer from Los Angeles. Primarily a jazz pianist\, he writes both classical and jazz music. His compositions draw from a variety of musical influences—rock\, jazz\, electronic\, and experimental music—as well as from visual art and nature. Charlie is a Los Angeles Philharmonic Composer Fellow\, and has participated in Juilliard’s Summer Composition Program. As a pianist\, Charlie plays in the top jazz groups at the Colburn School\, and is a 2026 YoungArts winner in jazz piano as well as a Music Center Spotlight Semifinalist. \n\nMateo Bautista – alto sax \nDaniel Brustinov – bass \nIshaan Natarajan – drums \n\nFor tickets please visit https://www.universe.com/events/lajs-young-musicians-showcase-with-charlie-cohn-quartet-tickets-ZPDRMC \nHosted by – Shari Hoffman \n______________________________________ \nThe 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. \nWe 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.
URL:https://lajazz.org/event/young-musicians-showcase-presents-charlie-cohn-quartet/
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Jazz Society Presents - International Vibe Summit XXXIII
DESCRIPTION:Vibraphone players from around the Globe are invited to participate in the LA Jazz Society’s International Vibe Summit XXXIII on Sunday May 17th from 1-5pm Pacific Time\, live from World Stage in Leimert Park and online via Zoom across the country. \nNotable players already confirmed include Morten Gronvad from Denmark; Alonso Acosta Flores from Peru\, Kahlil Sabbagh and Slam Nobles from Los Angeles\, Bob Desena – Las Vegas\, Charlie Shoemake – Cambria\, Tom Brown – San Luis Obispo\, Thomas Mackay – Hawaii\, Mike Neumeyer – Milwaukee\, and more. \nThe annual event will be hosted once again by Steve Tarango\, and benefits the Los Angeles Jazz Society.  For info\, please call 818-994-4661.  Reservations can be made for either in person attendance or zoom\, at https://www.universe.com/events/los-angeles-jazz-society-presents-the-xxxiii-international-vibe-summit-tickets-R094FG
URL:https://lajazz.org/event/los-angeles-jazz-society-presents-international-vibe-summit-xxxiii/
LOCATION:World Stage\, World Stage 4321 Degnan Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, LA\, 90008\, United States
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