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Join us for an unforgettable evening as Jazz Power Initiative proudly presents the Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam: Antoinette Montague’s “Here’s to the Ladies Who Swing and Bling,” a vibrant homage to iconic jazz women with whom Ms. Montague had the honor to work with in real time.
Join us for “What Happens To A Dream” on February 13th 7 PM at Teatro LATEA, devised theatre work by Jazz Power Initiative’s advanced youth ensemble, Zah! Jr. directed by Kena Onyejekwe with musical direction by Eli “Dr. E” Yamin in honor of Black History Month.
Don’t miss your chance to audition for the 2024 Jazz Power Musical: Holding the Torch for Liberty!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam
April 17, 2024 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Alianza Dominicana Cultural Center in Washington Height @ Catholic Charities Community Services, 530 W 166th St, New York, NY 10032, USA
Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam
April 20, 2024 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The National Jazz Museum in Harlem, 58 W 129th St Ground Floor, 2203, New York, NY 10027, USA
We Got That Swing!
April 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Harlem School of the Arts, 645 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10030, USA
20th Anniversary Celebration
May 15, 2024 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
One Vanderbilt, 1 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 10017, USAMore info, tickets and sponsorships here
Superintendent's District 6-wide Arts Day @ United Palace
May 17, 2024
United Palace, 4140 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
JPI Prep @ Ps4 PERFORMANCE
May 24, 2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
P.S. 004 Duke Ellington, 500 W 160th St, New York, NY 10032, USA
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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 Community
Engaging, inspiring and empowering diverse communities through performance and education in 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 Pro
Professional consulting practice offering experiential training to educators and business leaders.