Concerts. Classes. Community.

Nashville’s home for jazz since 2000.

Welcome to the Nashville Jazz Workshop, Nashville’s community center for jazz. We are dedicated to enriching people’s lives and building community through world class jazz education and performances. We invite you to hear it (through performances in the Jazz Cave), learn it (we offer classes for all levels), and share it (we offer free community programming every month). Join our email list to stay up to date, or send us an email at info@nashvillejazz.org with questions.

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25 for 25

A SPECIAL FEATURE

25 Memorable Moments
to Celebrate 25 Amazing Years as Nashville’s
Community Center for Jazz

UPCOMING EVENTS

Featured
Christmas with Haley and Friends
Dec 12
Christmas with Haley and Friends
Jazz AM: Charlie Parker
Jan 3
Jazz AM: Charlie Parker
Bob Lanzetti Live at NJW
Jan 9
Bob Lanzetti Live at NJW
JEFF COFFIN • THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF SOUND
Jan 16
JEFF COFFIN • THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF SOUND
The Jazz Side of JT with Steve Leslie
Jan 24
The Jazz Side of JT with Steve Leslie
Jazz AM: Nina Simone
Feb 7
Jazz AM: Nina Simone
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UPCOMING CLASSES

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Featured
Small Ensemble with Larry Aberman
Jan 5
Small Ensemble with Larry Aberman

MONDAYS, 6-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9

$360

This intermediate to advanced ensemble is open to all instrumentalists. Students will cover more advanced concepts of literature, including intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

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Small Ensemble with Ken Perkerwicz & Craig Akin
Jan 5
Small Ensemble with Ken Perkerwicz & Craig Akin

MONDAYS, 6-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9

$360

This intermediate to advanced ensemble is open to all instrumentalists. Students will cover more advanced concepts of literature, including intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

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Small Ensemble with Erik Abernathy
Jan 6
Small Ensemble with Erik Abernathy

TUESDAYS, 6-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10

$360

This intermediate to advanced ensemble is open to all instrumentalists. Students will cover more advanced concepts of literature, including intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

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Listening & Living to Jazz with Dr. J Kyle Gregory
Jan 6
Listening & Living to Jazz with Dr. J Kyle Gregory

TUESDAYS, 6:30-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10

$300

Learn to experience jazz as a source of inspiration in your everyday life. Through active listening, demonstration, and discussion, cultivate a deeper listening experience and appreciation for jazz as both an art form and a way of being.

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Small Ensemble with Alex Murphy
Jan 7
Small Ensemble with Alex Murphy

WEDNESDAYS, 6-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11

$360

This intermediate to advanced ensemble is open to all instrumentalists. Students will cover more advanced concepts of literature, including intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

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Beginner’s Jazz Improvisation with Desmond Ng
Jan 7
Beginner’s Jazz Improvisation with Desmond Ng

WEDNESDAYS, 6-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11

$300

Unlock the fundamentals of jazz improvisation in this engaging beginner-friendly class. You’ll explore the building blocks of jazz harmony, study classic solos to understand the language of jazz, and learn standard repertoire essential for any aspiring jazz musician.

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Small Ensemble with Jonathan Rogerson
Jan 8
Small Ensemble with Jonathan Rogerson

THURSDAYS, 6-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 8, 16, 22, 29, February 5, 12

$360

This intermediate to advanced ensemble is open to all instrumentalists. Students will cover more advanced concepts of literature, including intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

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Vocal Cohort with Ashley Kimbrough
Jan 8
Vocal Cohort with Ashley Kimbrough

THURSDAYS, 6-8PM

IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS

January 8, 16, 22, 29, February 5, 12

$300

Join vocalist Ashley Kimbrough for a supportive, in-person vocal class focused on active listening, performance, and communal growth. Each week offers an opportunity to take one meaningful step forward in your musical journey—whether you’re a seasoned singer or just beginning. Learn the fundamentals of vocal musicianship, then work with an accompanist to put these lessons into practice. 

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CURRENT ENSEMBLES

Featured
Small Ensemble with Larry Aberman
Dec 1
Small Ensemble with Larry Aberman
Small Ensemble with Jonathan Rogerson
Dec 2
Small Ensemble with Jonathan Rogerson
Small Ensemble with Jonathan Wires
Dec 3
Small Ensemble with Jonathan Wires

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Featured
Jazz Christmas at TN Brew Works
Dec 14
Jazz Christmas at TN Brew Works

Head over to Tennessee Brew Works for free performances from NJW student bands on Sunday afternoons in December!

Jazz Christmas at TN Brew Works
Dec 21
Jazz Christmas at TN Brew Works

Head over to Tennessee Brew Works for free performances from NJW student bands on Sunday afternoons in December!

Jazz AM: Charlie Parker
Jan 3
Jazz AM: Charlie Parker

Jazz AM, a series of free Saturday morning programs offers a fun, interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, improvisation, rhythm, and movement! Show starts promptly at 10am. Jazz AM is 10-10:30am. This event is first come first serve!

Celebration of Life for Denis Solee
Jan 4
Celebration of Life for Denis Solee

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Jazz AM: Nina Simone
Feb 7
Jazz AM: Nina Simone

Jazz AM, a series of free Saturday morning programs offers a fun, interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, improvisation, rhythm, and movement! Show starts promptly at 10am. Jazz AM is 10-10:30am. This event is first come first serve!

Jazz AM: Miles Davis
Mar 7
Jazz AM: Miles Davis

Jazz AM, a series of free Saturday morning programs offers a fun, interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, improvisation, rhythm, and movement! Show starts promptly at 10am. Jazz AM is 10-10:30am. This event is first come first serve!

Jazz AM: Billie Holiday
Apr 4
Jazz AM: Billie Holiday

Jazz AM, a series of free Saturday morning programs offers a fun, interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, improvisation, rhythm, and movement! Show starts promptly at 10am. Jazz AM is 10-10:30am. This event is first come first serve!

Jazz AM: Dizzy Gillespie
May 2
Jazz AM: Dizzy Gillespie

Jazz AM, a series of free Saturday morning programs offers a fun, interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, improvisation, rhythm, and movement! Show starts promptly at 10am. Jazz AM is 10-10:30am. This event is first come first serve!

Jazz AM: Nat King Cole
Jun 6
Jazz AM: Nat King Cole

Jazz AM, a series of free Saturday morning programs offers a fun, interactive jazz concert for young people featuring music, puppets, improvisation, rhythm, and movement! Show starts promptly at 10am. Jazz AM is 10-10:30am. This event is first come first serve!