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 Since 2006, JazzFresno has presented over a dozen concerts featuring some of the top names in jazz. Hearing jazz performed live, whether in a concert hall, or a small jazz club, is a truly unique experience, and JazzFresno is working to provide additional opportunities to hear what has been called "America's Classical Music" locally, right here in the Central San Joaquin Valley. From Grammy award winners and international stars to established local legends and young up and comers, JazzFresno has been instrumental in enhancing opportunities to hear live jazz in the Fresno area.
Upcoming Concert Series Events:
Rick Helzer in concert - June 4th @ Club One
Julie Kelly in concert - June 25th @ Club One
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 JazzFresno's Jazz @ the Library series features free jazz lectures and performances at area public libraries, every month. These events are a great way for both students and adults to learn more about jazz styles, famous artists and recordings and much more. The events also feature live music by local jazz artists. Most Jazz @ the Library events take place on the third Tuesday of every month at the Woodward Park Regional Library, and begin at 7:00 PM. The series also makes stops at other Fresno County Public Library branches.
Upcoming Jazz @ the Library Events:
Tuesday August 17th 2010 - 7:00 PM
- Woodard Park Regional Library
SonicBoom! (Josh & Kev McDonald, Tim Shaghoian, Jason Fritts) with
special guest Mike Dana will give a talk with original live music
illustrating the topic "The Prevalence of Odd-Meters in Jazz Music."
Woodward Park Regional Library - 944 E Perrin Ave (Champlain &
Perrin)
Support for Jazz @ the Library comes from the Community Enrichment Program, administered by the Fresno Arts Council and from the Fresno County Public Library.
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 JazzFresno's Conversation With the Artist series brings jazz listeners face to face with some of the most accomplished and talented musicians in jazz. These free events feature a moderated discussion with the artist, a question and answer period, and an intimate performance. Check back soon for more information about upcoming Conversation With the Artist events for 2009/2010.
Upcoming Events:
Loren Pickford - Conversation With the Artist
Wednesday December 9th - 7:00 PM
Fresno County Central Library - Downtown Fresno
Sarah McCardle Room
This event is free.
Support for this program comes from the Community Enrichment Program, administered by the Fresno Arts Council.
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 Enjoy a social evening with fellow Fresno jazz fans and discuss the music we all love at the monthly JazzFresno Jazz Roundtable event. This free event takes place every 3rd Thursday of the month. It's an opportunity to share your jazz interests with others, and learn more about other jazz artists in a fun setting. Guests are invited to bring music from one of their favorite jazz musicians. RSVP's are recommended. Send your RSVP to
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Every year, JazzFresno brings accomplished jazz artists from across the globe, to our local schools for workshops and concerts. These unique opportunities can have life changing impacts in the lives of students, and provide the spark of inspiration that's sometimes necessary to keep young adults in school and off the streets.
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 JazzFresno believes in the power of music to change lives. With support from Focus Forward, and the Bonner Family Foundation JazzFresno has developed a program that brings jazz music to the young adults at the Fresno County Juvenile Justice campus. For seven weeks, two percussion instructors visit the students on a weekly basis, and instruct and introduce them to the various percussion instruments used in Latin Jazz. JazzFresno plans to expand this program and continue bringing music into the lives of disadvantaged and troubled youth.
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