Education

Jazz Education Through Advocacy, Educational Programming, Mentoring, Student Performance, and Financial Scholarships

Jazz Education Programs

The Indianapolis Jazz Foundation is proud to present education programs in Marion County schools at low to no cost so that everyone can experience the music.

The Indianapolis Jazz Foundation continually looks for corporate sponsors and private donors to help fund these initiatives so that we can bring more performances and instruction into schools. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact us.

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Playlists

Jazz in the 21st Century

Experience the evolution of jazz in an immersive show featuring a seven-piece band, historical films, poetry narration, and dynamic lighting, all engaging the audience in a rich musical journey.
Jazz Impressions

Jazz Impressions is an engaging program for students from elementary to high school, exploring jazz's construction and distinctive elements through interactive performances similar to Jazz in the 21st Century.
The Jazz Master Class

A workshop clinic led by professional musicians to form and develop a jazz ensemble in schools, offering weekly sessions throughout a semester, focusing on foundational skills for aspiring young jazz musicians.
Hot Jazz For Cool Kids

A series of 3 programs in alliance with The Indianapolis Public Library designed to bring jazz music to family audiences. This is a free education program.