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 THE GIFT of JAZZ  ~  "PRESENTing" JAZZ to our Community!

THE GIFT of JAZZ is a Colorado 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization formed in 1995 to support the past, present, and the future of Jazz in the Rocky Mountain Region.

It was established with three main goals in mind....

  • to create and preserve the art of jazz and jazz history in the Rocky Mountain region
  • to promote and support the development of stellar jazz in the community
  • to collaborate and partner with other charitable organizations to implement educational initiatives to enhance jazz in our community

We are presently undergoing a revitalization that involves a fresh look at our programs and initiatives. Please visit the other pages on our site to learn more about our history and current efforts as well as opportunities for your particiaption. We welcome your input and support!
Musicians, please click here to take our survey of needs.

Introducing...The Blind Tiger Event Series!

The Gift of Jazz is pleased to present The Blind Tiger house party series. The first in a series of private themed jazz listening parties will be held on February 21st at a private residence in the foothills of Denver with spectacular Continental Divide views. The event will feature the  Eric Gunnison Trio and guest chef Arling Reese will be providing culinary treats, paired with libations. The event will be an intimate gathering of serious jazz listeners and space is very limited. For further information and reservations click here.

Instrument Drive

The Gift of Jazz together with DazzleJazz is collecting musical instruments that will be donated or sold to benefit the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts.

Create a lasting legacy by donating any and all musical instruments you no longer play, regardless of their age or condition. Through your donation you can play a key role in a student’s musical development.

Donations may be brought to DazzleJazz at 930 Lincoln St., Denver during business hours. All donations are tax deductible.

 


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The Gift of
Jazz Education
begins this January!

The Gift of Jazz Education Program is being rolled out this January with two exciting offerings.

Composer Chie Imaizumi (pictured far right) will be teaching a seven-week Jazz Compostion/Arranging seminar for beginning adult students. No experience is necessary. Students will develop the skills necessary to compose an original composition and arrange a jazz standard. / SOLD OUT

Instrumental Jazz Education Classes are being offered for piano, bass and drum students ages 10-16. Classes begin Jan 9th and will be geared towards students with a beginning to intermediate instrumental skill level and will be very affordable. Space is still available.

Click here for all the details!