Longtime local musician, educator, and JAS In-Schools faculty member Mark Johnson tragically passed away earlier this year in a car accident. Mark committed years of his tenure with JAS and was a leading force behind the music programs at Carbondale Middle and Roaring Fork High Schools. Currently, these schools are without a full-time music teacher.
The real beauty of jazz is its insistence on never staying stagnant. The musical genre is always evolving and surprising audiences. Modern-day jazz musicians continue to redefine the genre and make their mark on it with fresh ideas that still manage to honor its rich history. At the heart of this evolution is the
Morgan James Saturday June 28th- 6:30pm & 8:45pm @ Aspen Art Museum BUY TICKETS Morgan James (MJ) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and producer. She graduated from The Juilliard School with a bachelor's degree in classical voice, with a concentration in opera. Morgan has been in the cast of five Broadway productions and a
Alex Cuba Fri & Sat June 27th & 28th- 6pm & 8pm @ Bad Harriet BUY TICKETS Getting to Know: Alex Cuba – The Soul of Latin Fusion If you haven’t heard of Alex Cuba, it’s time to change that. This Grammy-winning singer-songwriter brings serious soul to the Latin music scene—but not in the way
You don't need to be a musician to appreciate jazz. This genre has evolved over the last century, weaving through different styles and cultures while maintaining its rich improvisational essence. In the twenty-first century, jazz continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Organizations like Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) play a critical role in preserving and celebrating
Aspen, Colorado, has a lot to offer: stunning mountain views, top-notch skiing, and a vibrant jazz scene that attracts music lovers worldwide. If you’re planning a trip to this Rocky Mountain gem, you might be overwhelmed with just how many amazing things there are to do and see around town. To help you make the
Christone "Kingfish" Ingram Saturday, June 28th - 5:30pm @ Wheeler Opera House BUY TICKETS Ingram’s journey began in the city of Clarksdale, in Coahoma County, Mississippi, just 10 miles from the legendary crossroads of Highways 61 and 49. Born to a family of singers and musicians, he fell in love with music as a child,
JAS Summer Camp "Street Horns Edition" June 23-27, 10am-1pm @ Carbondale Middle School The 2025 JAS Summer Camp, led by JAS In-Schools Director Chris Bank alongside additional JAS Faculty, is geared towards intermediate to advanced Middle and High School musicians from the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. The Camp provides direct music instruction from professional
