July 11| Snap on 2&4 with the Jim Ferguson Trio
The Jazz Workshop is fortunate to have one of the city's finest bassists/vocalists as a faculty artist. Jim Ferguson's jazz credentials are deep: he has performed with such greats as Teddy Wilson, Marion McPartland, and Louis Bellson, and has two CD's to his credit. Jim returns to the Jazz Cave for a rare Snap on 2&4 appearance as a leader. He'll be joined by pianist Pat Coil and drummer Jim White (back from Colorado for this occasion!). Don't miss this one. For more about Jim, visit his website.

Admission price: $15, students (HS/college): $8. On sale July 7 at 10 am. Call 242-5299.

Sundays on Radio | "Live from the Workshop"
"Live From The Workshop" - the show featuring live performances from the Nashville Jazz Workshop is back on the air better than ever. Upcoming shows will feature performances from jazz greats such as Beegie Adair with Mike Longo, Connye Florance, Chris Walters, and so many others. Be sure to tune in to Live From the Workshop Sundays at 4pm. Heard no where else, but our local jazz station WMOT - Jazz 89.

Beegie Adair & Mike Longo - 7/6 | Guitar Summit - 8/24
Annie Sellick - 7/13 | Jamey Simmons Sextet - 8/31
Mattan Klein Quintet - 7/20 | Beegie Adair Trio w/ Annie Sellick - 9/7
Chris Walters - 7/27 | NJW All-Stars - 9/14
Connye Florance - 8/3 | Shelly Berg & Lorraine Feather - 9/21
Tenor Saxophone Summit - 8/10 | Afro-Peruvian Jazz Sextet - 9/28
Bruce & Sandra Dudley - 8/17 |

About the Show | Download the Show Schedule (pdf)

In the Gallery | Opening June 20

Jason Stephen

Jason Stephen's abstract paintings are made of acrylic on canvas and are inspired by different styles of music. Jason says, "When I paint to music, rock or alternative inspires me to create dark colors, dense lines and circular motions. Jazz music inspires contrasting vibrant colors and dynamic shapes. In my pieces I want to show a sense of movement, balance, and unity. When beginning a piece of work, I pick colors that are appealing, stimulating and draw attention to the eye to create a pleasurable experience to the viewer."

Jason has a Bachelor's Degree in commercial music technology, but visual artistic talent is a family trait. Dad is a talented sculptor and still life artist, and Mom had a successful run of selling her original intricately designed ceramic houses. Artists such as Wassily Kandinsky, Peter Max, and Eva Carter influence the creation of Jason's pieces.

Opening reception Friday, June 20, 6-8 pm.

Annual Fundraising Campaign | GROW JAZZ!

The NJW's annual spring fundraising campaign is under way! The theme this year is Grow Jazz. The NJW helps jazz grow in Nashville and your financial support helps us do it. Money is needed for equipment, facility improvements, programs, and administrative support. You can support the jazz you love and help us reach our goal of $20,000 for this campaign. Find out how easy it is to Grow Jazz. Click here for details.

Friday, July 25 | Snap on 2 & 4, with the Joe Davidian Trio
Pianist Joe Davidian, a recent arrival to town, is one of NJW's newest faculty members and a formidable talent. He has performed with the likes of Joe Lovano, Kevin Mahogany, and Tito Puente. He and his trio (Jamie Ousley-bass, and Austin McMahon-drums) have garnered critical praise, and have just released their new CD, "Silent Fire," which will debut at this special "Snap" performance. For more about Joe, visit his website or check out the review on All About Jazz.

Admission price: $15, students (HS/college): $8. On sale July 21 at 10 am. Call 242-5299.

 

Friday & Saturday, August 8-9 | Snap on 2&4 with Everett Greene
Do you enjoy the sound of big, silky-voice baritones like Johnny Hartman and Billy Eckstein? Well, don't miss Everett Greene when he returns to Nashville for his third appearance at the Jazz Cave! The multi-talented, Indianapolis-based vocalist has become a local favorite, and with good reason. His credits include television, theater, and most recently, a tour with the Count Basie Orchestra. Be sure to catch this special 2-night Snap on 2&4.

Admission price: $20, students (HS/college): $10. On sale August 4 at 10 am. Call 242-5299.

 

Our friends at the Tennessee Jazz & Blues Society have announced their 2008 "Concert on the Lawn" series at Belle Meade Mansion. The June 1 concert featured saxophonist Joe Johnson, and June 22 was Denny Jiosa. The next concert is Sunday, July 6, with Pattie Cossentino. Visit www.jazzblues.org for complete information.

Samba Nove, NJW's Brazilian jazz ensemble, appears at Z's Five Points Deli Thursday, May 15, June 26, & July 17. All performances are 7:30-9:30 pm. Z's is located at 1000 Main Street in East Nashville, behind Marche Artisan Foods. For more information about Samba Nove, go to www.myspace.com/sambanove.

NJW artists and groups also appear regularly at Edgehill Studios Cafe, corner of Edgehill & Villa Place: May 1 - Samba Nove, May 6 - Margaret Smith, June 3 -  TBA. Time is 7:30 - 9 pm. 

• Sundays, 4:30 pm, Jazz Jam with Ben Graves
• Scion Sunday Night Jazz Series, 8:30 pm, admission free. July 6 - Storm Kings, July 13 - Brook Sutton Jazz Quintet, July 20 - Dan Hagan Experience, July 27 - Uberphonics, Aug 3 - tba, Aug 10 - Suzahn Firing.

Media Notes:

In case you missed it, the NJW was featured in a Tennessean Arts & Entertainment cover story Sunday, Jan. 20. You can read the story online.

Thanks to the Nashville Scene for naming NJW BEST PLACE TO HEAR (AND PLAY) JAZZ" in their 2007 Best of Nashville. Read more . . .

NJW was featured on NPT, Channel 8's Artsbreak last April. Many of you saw this -- it's a great video and it's now on NPT's website. Check it out if you're wondering what the Workshop is all about or if you have a friend you'd like to turn on to the Workshop!

Nashville has a new online Arts and Entertainment calendar! NowPlaying Nashville, a service of the Community Foundation, lists music, art, entertainment, & sports events all in one place! They'll even send you a weekly e-newsletter to let you stay on top of what's happening. We're glad they're here to promote arts events in the city.