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EDUCATION, NEWS & PERFORMANCES
Free auditions are open for youth in 5th–8th grades to join our year-round afterschool performing arts program. Students of all experience levels are welcome to sing, dance, and act while
Celebrate Women’s History Month with an uplifting afternoon honoring the strength, artistry, and legacy of mothers through music and storytelling. Led by master percussionist Annette A. Aguilar and StringBeans in
The Extraordinary Trailblazer – Jazz Bassist Christian McBride Joins the Jazz Power Initiative Syncopated Celebration 2026 Honoring 22 Years of Service Providing Transformative Jazz Arts Education New York, New York
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Jazz Power Community Workshop with Dr. E
March 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jazz Power Initiative, 5030 Broadway suite 645, New York, NY 10034, USAEnter a jazz life learning experience guided by internationally known musician and educator Eli Yamin, aka “Dr. E.” Immerse yourself in an uplifting atmosphere of discovery, curiosity, opening, expansion, and fellowship while learning tunes, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic movement in the jazz and blues tradition. Pianists, singers, and other instrumentalists of all levels are welcome to attend all 3 hours for one sliding scale price. For ages 16+
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Jazz Power Community Workshop with Dr. E
March 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jazz Power Initiative, 5030 Broadway suite 645, New York, NY 10034, USAEnter a jazz life learning experience guided by internationally known musician and educator Eli Yamin, aka “Dr. E.” Immerse yourself in an uplifting atmosphere of discovery, curiosity, opening, expansion, and fellowship while learning tunes, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic movement in the jazz and blues tradition. Pianists, singers, and other instrumentalists of all levels are welcome to attend all 3 hours for one sliding scale price. For ages 16+
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Jazz Power Community Workshop with Dr. E
March 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jazz Power Initiative, 5030 Broadway suite 645, New York, NY 10034, USAEnter a jazz life learning experience guided by internationally known musician and educator Eli Yamin, aka “Dr. E.” Immerse yourself in an uplifting atmosphere of discovery, curiosity, opening, expansion, and fellowship while learning tunes, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic movement in the jazz and blues tradition. Pianists, singers, and other instrumentalists of all levels are welcome to attend all 3 hours for one sliding scale price. For ages 16+
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Jazz Power Community Workshop with Dr. E
March 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jazz Power Initiative, 5030 Broadway suite 645, New York, NY 10034, USAEnter a jazz life learning experience guided by internationally known musician and educator Eli Yamin, aka “Dr. E.” Immerse yourself in an uplifting atmosphere of discovery, curiosity, opening, expansion, and fellowship while learning tunes, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic movement in the jazz and blues tradition. Pianists, singers, and other instrumentalists of all levels are welcome to attend all 3 hours for one sliding scale price. For ages 16+
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Jazz Power Cafe: Women's History Month
March 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Eliza, 4784 Broadway, New York, NY 10034, USAJazz Power Cafe Women’s History Month presentation presents Annette A. Aguilar and StringBeans with Women in Latin Jazz Festival
Celebrate Women’s History Month with an uplifting afternoon honoring the strength, artistry, and legacy of mothers through music and storytelling. Led by master percussionist Annette A. Aguilar and StringBeans in collaboration with the Women In Latin Jazz Festival, this special performance blends vibrant Latin jazz rhythms with heartfelt tributes to the women who inspire generations. Expect an intimate, soulful experience filled with community, culture, and powerful musical expression.Tickets here
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Jazz Power Community Workshop with Dr. E
March 31, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jazz Power Initiative, 5030 Broadway suite 645, New York, NY 10034, USAEnter a jazz life learning experience guided by internationally known musician and educator Eli Yamin, aka “Dr. E.” Immerse yourself in an uplifting atmosphere of discovery, curiosity, opening, expansion, and fellowship while learning tunes, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic movement in the jazz and blues tradition. Pianists, singers, and other instrumentalists of all levels are welcome to attend all 3 hours for one sliding scale price. For ages 16+
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INITIATIVES
Jazz Power Youth
Training youth in singing, dance and theatre in diverse and culturally aware environments, to cultivate courage, curiosity and compassion.
Jazz Power Concerts
Engaging, inspiring and empowering diverse communities through intergenerational performances of jazz music, dance and theatre.
Jazz Power Musicals
Creating and commissioning original jazz musicals based on socially relevant stories that unite and inspire audiences through jazz arts.
Jazz Power Institute
Professional training branch of Jazz Power Initiative for artists and educators interested in teaching jazz in a culturally authentic way through multiple modalities of music, dance, theatre, and writing. Attendees experience workshops covering a wide range of age groups from grades preK-12, to college students and adult learners.
