The prestigious JAS Academy presented by Jazz Aspen Snowmass in association with the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, returns to Aspen this summer, featuring 40+ of the most talented student musicians from around the country. With a mixture of free and paid performances across Aspen, there are plenty of opportunities to check-out these talented musicians!

July 11, July 17, July 31, Aug. 1: Jam Sessions at the Limelight Aspen, 5:30-8:30pm, FREE

July 12, July 19, July 26, Aug. 2: Happy Hour at The Gant, 4-7pm, FREE

July 22: JAS & AMFS present Bass Sensations Christian McBride & Edgar Myer, Harris Hall, 7:30pm (tickets & info here)

July 29: JAS Academy Big Band led by Christian McBride, Wheeler Opera House, 7pm (tickets & info here)

Aug. 4: JAS Academy Big Band, Student Performance, Venue TBA, 7pm, FREE