POSTPONED
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This weekend's 1/30 & 2/1 performances postponed. New dates announced soon.
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POSTPONED 〰️ This weekend's 1/30 & 2/1 performances postponed. New dates announced soon. 〰️
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.
Welcome.
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING CLASSES & ENSEMBLES
MONDAYS, 6-8PM
IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS
February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30*
$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.
MONDAYS, 6-8PM
IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS
February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30*
$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.
TUESDAYS, 6-8 PM
IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS
February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31*
$300
This class helps intermediate guitarists learn how to intentionally build jazz solos that sound musical, connected, and personal. By crafting solos as reusable etudes, you’ll strengthen your ear, deepen your understanding of harmony, and improve how you navigate chord changes in real time.
TUESDAYS, 6-8 PM
IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS
February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31*
$120
This intermediate to advanced ensemble is open to rhythm section and horn players.
WEDNESDAYS, 6:30-8 PM
6 WEEKS, IN-PERSON
February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1
$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.
THURSDAYS, 6-8PM
IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS
February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2*
$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.
THURSDAYS, 6-8PM
IN-PERSON, 6 WEEKS
February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2*
$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.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
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!
Experience a captivating Jazz on the Move performance on February 15th at 3 PM at the Frist Art Museum, as acclaimed vocalist and educator Vinéecia Buchanan pays tribute to the indelible legacy of Carmen McRae.
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!
Join Jazz on the Move on March 15th at 3PM at the Frist Art Museum for a soulful celebration of Hammond B-3 legend Dr. Lonnie Smith, led by acclaimed keyboardist and bandleader Ty Bailie.
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, 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, 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!