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Jazz Central Studios

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

Through our performances, workshops, and educational programs, we strive to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive jazz community that values creativity, authenticity, and a shared passion for the art form. At Jazz Central Studios, we believe that music has the power to connect people, transcend boundaries, and inspire positive change.

Jazz Central Studios is a tax exempt 501c3 tax exempt organization EIN 45-3039080. JCS is committed to strengthening the Twin Cities jazz community by offering a performance/educational environment that nurtures artistic growth.

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upcoming events

  • Ben Goldberg, Todd Sickafoose, Scott Amendola
    Ben Goldberg, Todd Sickafoose, Scott Amendola
    Thu, Nov 07
    Nov 07, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 07, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Ben Goldberg, Todd Sickafoose & Scott Amendola team up as a trio for the first time. Their new album, Here To There (Secret Hatch Records), uses Thelonious Monk bridges as a springboard for new compositions.
  • Garrett Jones+
    Garrett Jones+
    Fri, Nov 08
    Nov 08, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 08, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Garrett Jones is a Minneapolis-based bassoonist and composer known for his cross-genre bassoon techniques and jazz bassoon recordings.
  • Alex Meffert Quartet+
    Alex Meffert Quartet+
    Sat, Nov 09
    Nov 09, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 09, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Saxophonist, Alex Meffert, presents an evening of music with his quartet.
  • Cedar Avenue Big Band
    Cedar Avenue Big Band
    Tue, Nov 12
    Nov 12, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Nov 12, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    This 16 piece band boosts having been on-going for the last 35 years . Originally under the musical direction of arranger/ composer Steve Devich, they have built a library of big band music containing over 450 charts!
  • Pavel Jany: Global Jazz Collegium+
    Pavel Jany: Global Jazz Collegium+
    Fri, Nov 15
    Nov 15, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 15, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    This Twin Cities-based group will perform original music from their recently released album, plus a few classics by Pat Metheny, Billy Cobham, Jaco Pastorius and other legends of jazz/fusion.
  • Sophia Kaufmann+
    Sophia Kaufmann+
    Sat, Nov 16
    Nov 16, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 16, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Bassist, Sophia Kaufmann, presents an evening of music.
  • Explosion Big Band
    Explosion Big Band
    Tue, Nov 19
    Nov 19, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Nov 19, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Led by chief detonators Doug Haining, sax, and Scott Agster, trombone, the Explosion Big Band draws from the area’s finest musicians. The EXPLOSION is ready to detonate with the classic sounds of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and more modern sounds of Thad Jones, Clare Fischer, Pat Metheny & others.
  • JCS @ JCS: Creative Collaborations
    JCS @ JCS: Creative Collaborations
    Wed, Nov 20
    Nov 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Every third Wednesday of the month, JC Sanford will host various improvisers from the Twin Cities area to engage in sonic explorations and deep communications. Donations accepted at the door!
  • Leigh Kamman Emerging Masters Night: Riverside Quartet+
    Leigh Kamman Emerging Masters Night: Riverside Quartet+
    Thu, Nov 21
    Nov 21, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 21, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    The Riverside Quartet originally formed out of the University of Minnesota Jazz Program, where some of the members played in a small group under the direction of drummer Phil Hey.
  • Chris Hepola+
    Chris Hepola+
    Fri, Nov 22
    Nov 22, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 22, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Drummer and composer, Chris Hepola, brings in his group for an evening of music.
  • Ethan Ostrow Quartet ft. Nick Marziani+
    Ethan Ostrow Quartet ft. Nick Marziani+
    Sat, Nov 23
    Nov 23, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 23, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Ethan Ostrow brings in a quartet featuring NY saxophonist Nick Marziani.
  • Twin Cities Latin Jazz Orchestra
    Twin Cities Latin Jazz Orchestra
    Tue, Nov 26
    Nov 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Nov 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Founded in 2014 by Geoffrey West Senn (trumpet) and Mac Santiago (percussionist/drum set), the Twin Cites Latin Jazz Orchestra (TCLJO) brings together the drama of big band jazz, the rhythmic intensity of Latin music, and the virtuosity of eighteen of the Twin Cities’ most accomplished musicians.
  • Kevin Gamble+
    Kevin Gamble+
    Sat, Nov 30
    Nov 30, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nov 30, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Pianist/keyboardist Kevin Gamble presents an evening of music.