Workshops & Concerts
Special workshops with visiting artists, member concerts, and one-off gatherings — open to the public and hosted at Jazz Central Studios in Minneapolis. Here's what's coming up, and what's already happened.
We’re booking the next round of visiting-artist workshops and concerts. The fastest way to hear about the next one is to tell us you’re interested.
Stephan Crump (bass), Darius Jones (alto saxophone), and Eric McPherson (drums) — on spontaneous composition, ensemble connection, and the trio’s collaborative approach. Co-presented with Blue Fox Arts.
Saxophonist Alex Hitchcock with Lex Korten, JK Kim & Ben Tiberio — on creative process and developing your own voice, during the Letters From Afar tour.
Pianist and composer on band dynamics, storytelling, and finding “order out of chaos” in group playing.
Improvisation strategies for women and non-binary musicians — breaking habits and finding your own voice.
Pianist Javier Santiago with Corey Fonville (Butcher Brown) and bassist Zach Brown on real-time group communication and creative decision-making.
Drummer and educator on the role of the drummer in small-group jazz — time feel, listening, and interaction.
Veteran guitarist on jazz accompaniment, chord voicings, and comping with intention.
Vocalist on improvisation, phrasing, and storytelling through song — for singers at any level.