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EDUCATION, NEWS & PERFORMANCES

Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam presents: Antoinette Montague’s “Here’s to the Ladies Who Swing and Bling”
Janny Gonzalez | 04, March

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.

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Jazz Power Presents: What Happens To A Dream at MLK Festival
Jazz Power Initiative | 29, January

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.

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Registrations available NOW for JPI 2024 Open Auditions
Janny Gonzalez | 22, December

Don’t miss your chance to audition for the 2024 Jazz Power Musical: Holding the Torch for Liberty!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Jazz Power Presents: What Happens To A Dream at MLK Festival
Jazz Power Initiative | 29, January

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.

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INITIATIVES

Jazz Power Musicals
Creating and commissioning original jazz musicals based on socially relevant stories that unite and inspire audiences through jazz arts.

Jazz Power Youth
Training youth in singing, dance and theatre in diverse and culturally aware environments, to cultivate courage, curiosity and compassion.

Jazz Power Educators
Equipping teachers and teaching artists with the skills and confidence to employ Jazz Power Tools to help students make deeper learning connections across all subject areas.

Jazz Power Community
Engaging, inspiring and empowering diverse communities through performance and education in jazz music, dance and theatre.