Jazzmania was a great party for a great cause!
This past Saturday, October 21, was the Nashville Jazz Workshop’s annual jazz party and fundraiser, JAZZMANIA.
Great music was the centerpiece, as a large and happy crowd enjoyed music from Wendy Moten, The Pat Coil Trio w/ Bob Sheppard, and a Nashville Youth Jazz Ensemble small group. Party-goers were well-fed, with delicious fare from The Clean Plate Club and beverages courtesy of Lipman Brothers.
The focus of this year’s Jazzmania was to raise funds for the Jazz Workshop’s community programs, which include Jazz AM, Jazz on the Move, Jazz in the Park, and music for Juneteenth festivities. An outpouring of support came from generous donors during the “Fund A Need” portion of the evening to get us part way toward the financial goal. There’s still time for YOU to join in and give your support — CLICK HERE TO DONATE
Thanks to everyone who came and contributed and to all of you who sent (or will send) your contributions!
Jazz AM is a monthly program for the community that entertains and educates kids and families in a fun, interactive setting!
This program is just one of the many exciting shows taking place at the Jazz Cave in 2024. Don’t miss out on the fun! Here’s the schedule:
January 6: Bessie Smith (featuring Brian “The Professor” Hull)
February 3: Miles Davis
March 2: Nina Simone
April 6: Dizzy Gillespie
May 4: Billie Holliday
ATTENTION JAZZ CAVE CONCERT-GOERS: You can add a delicious Charcuterie or Cheese box to your Jazz Cave concert ticket! More information here
January Class Session
For information about scholarships, click here. See our class schedule page for tuition information.
Color Key:
- Instrumentalists
- Vocalists
- All Musicians and Enthusiasts
Session Dates: January 8 to February 14, 2024
Monday
- Small Ensemble
Monday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Instructor: Roger Spencer
- Soul Jazz Ensemble
Monday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Instructor: Larry Aberman
- Vocal Literature: The Music of Jerome Kern
Monday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
ONLINE
Instructor: Lori Mechem
- Vocal Technique
Monday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Instructor: Liz Johnson
Tuesday
- Small Ensemble
Tuesday | 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Instructor: Roger Spencer
- Ear Training 1
Tuesday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
ONLINE
Instructor: Lori Mechem
- Miles Davis Ensemble
Tuesday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Instructor: Joel Frahm
- Small Ensemble
Tuesday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Instructor: Chris West
Wednesday
- Vocal Literature: The Music of Jerome Kern
Wednesday | 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Instructor: Lori Mechem
- Vocal Literature: The Music of Jerome Kern
Wednesday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Instructor: Lori Mechem
- Introduction to Jazz Singing
Wednesday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Instructor: Joe Freel
- 1959: The Greatest Year In Jazz
Wednesday | 6:00pm to 8:00pm
3 Weeks - ONLINE
Instructor: Roger Spencer
Looking for a hip space for your next private or corporate event? You can rent the Jazz Cave! More information here
IN MEMORY
Dorothy “Dot” Fort 1947 – 2022
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The Nashville Jazz Workshop no longer recommends masks for all patrons, and we have returned to full seating capacity of 76. We do, however, invite patrons to wear masks should they feel more comfortable doing so or if they have safety concerns. If the public health situation changes we will adjust policies as needed.
Nashville Jazz Workshop programs are supported in part by Metro Arts and the Tennessee Arts Commission. This program is being supported, in part, by federal award number SLFRP5534 awarded to the State of Tennessee by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.