Jazz News & Updates – JAS Blog
Getting To Know Dumpstaphunk
Dumpstaphunk Friday, June 27th - 6:30pm & 8:45pm @ Aspen Art Museum BUY TICKETS Dumpstaphunk reigns as New Orleans’ top powerhouse funk, fusion and jam band, led by the next
2025 JAS “Share Your Voice” Winners Announced
Congratulations to our 2025 Winners! Big thanks to all the students who shared their music with us this year! Once again, the amount of talent was astounding and we
JAS Announces 2025 June Experience Line-Up
Jazz, Soul, Blues, Funk, World Music & More at Multiple Venues Across the Downtown Core Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) has just announced the initial artist and venue line-up for the
COME PLAY WITH THE JAS STREET HORN: Auditions Open Now!
Sponsored by Jazz Aspen Snowmass, the JAS Street Horns program is for advanced Middle and High School musicians interested in a high-level band experience with their peers from across the
IMAGINE DRAGONS, LENNY KRAVITZ, LUKE COMBS to Headline JAS Labor Day Experience
IMAGINE DRAGONS LENNY KRAVITZ LUKE COMBS to Headline 2025 JAS Labor Day Jazz Aspen Snowmass and Jim Horowitz to be inducted into the Colorado Music Hall of Fame Jazz Aspen
JAS & Jim Horowitz to Join Colorado Hall of Fame
Jazz Aspen Snowmass and founder Jim Horowitz to be inducted into Colorado Music Hall of Fame at JAS Labor Day Experience Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) and founder Jim
Free JAS Honor Jazz Concert – Feb. 8
JAS District 8 Honor Jazz Band Returns to Carbondale Free concert on Saturday, Feb. 8 to feature 80 of the most talented youth jazz musicians from across the Western Slope
Early Bird Labor Day Passes On-Sale Now
Just in time for the holidays JAS Labor Day passes are now available for purchase! Three day general admission, Deck and VIP passes are the perfect holiday gift for friends,
“We Trust JAS” Passes On-Sale at 10am on Nov. 29
On-Sale Friday, Nov. 29 at 10am mst WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! Purchase Here 2-Day June Experience Pass (June 20-23) - $180 3-Day Labor Day Experience Pass (Aug. 29 - Aug. 31)
2024 JAS “Share Your Voice” Winners Announced
Congratulations to our Winners! Big thanks to all the students who shared their music with us this year! Once again, the amount of talent was astounding and we can’t
NEW JAS Street Horns Advance Band Opportunity
ACCEPTING referrals NOW!! Jazz Aspen Snowmass is looking for advanced student musicians to participate in the new JAS Street Horns program! Led by Basalt Band Director Chance Davis, alongside JAS
JAS Honor Jazz Concert
Make plans to join us for this fun, FREE, night of music!
JAS Academy Afro-Caribbean Big Band Audition Materials
In an effort to insure that the JAS Academy Afro-Caribbean Big Band Session has a different sound and feel than the first session, we are requiring some specific pieces and
Share Your Voice Songwriting Competition Now Open
Open to Students Grades 5-12 Entries must be received by February 1, 2024 Winners will be announced by March 1, 2024 One High School winner will receive a cash prize
Bringing Uganda to Aspen
In partnership with Action in Africa, JAS has the rare opportunity to bring Ugandan Musician (and 2023 JAS June Artists) Chinobay and Dance of Hope Youth to the Aspen Community
JAS & Berklee College of Music #MusicallyMe Event
#MusicallyMe - Tuesday, Oct. 10, 5pm at Glenwood High School Open to all interested Middle & High School Students & Parents/Guardians JAS and the Berklee College of Music are excited
2023 JAS Academy Public Performances
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
2023 JAS “Share Your Voice” Winners Announced
Congratulations to our Winners! Big thanks to all the students who shared their music with us this year. Once again, the amount of talent was astounding and we can’t
JAS Home for the Holidays Virtual Dinner and Music Performance
Jazz Aspen Home for the Holiday Feast and Music Performance (Virtual Edition) Sunday, Dec 27th @5:30 MST GET YOUR TICKETS HERE Join JAS for a unique cooking demo with Chef Biju
JAS Harvest Feast and Music Performance
GET TICKETS HERE! Put on your Chef coats and get ready to cook for a good cause! Jazz Aspen Snowmass is partnering with Woody Creek Distillers and Mixn
Apres Ski with the JAS Band
Purchase tickets here For information on becoming a JAS Band Member visit us here
JAS Hits NYC!
JAS HITS NYC! Last week a group of JAS Staff and National Council members hit the big city in a whirlwind tour of some of New York's hottest jazz
Join Early & Save on Your 2019 National Council Membership!
VISIT US HERE TO PURCHASE Purchase your National Council Membership before the end of the year and save! Discounts are available now for Season and Single Memberships. New membership
Merrill Lynch Aspen Partners with Jazz Aspen Snowmass on 25th Anniversary Events
Jazz Aspen Snowmass announced today a new partnership with Merrill Lynch Aspen. The sponsorship is focused on the organization’s 25th Anniversary Season. “I have been part of the Aspen
Top Ten Reasons to Join the Band
written by JAS Advisory Board President Jessica Hite Visit us here to learn more about joining the JAS Band! See World Class Music From top jazz musicians to rock
How Everyone Can Get Involved with JAS’ Music Education
HOW EVERYONE CAN GET INVOLVED WITH JAS' MUSIC EDUCATION Want your student to thrive in the workplace? Music study develops applicable skills such as focus, discipline, and how to
Join the JAS Club!
Join the JAS Club! JOIN THE JAS CLUB! It's not too late to join the JAS Club for your chance to win prizes and upgrades at this year's
JAS Cafe Winter Series & New After Dark Shows Announced
BUY NOW Jazz Aspen Snowmass has just announced their winter schedule which will include five weekends of JAS Café performances taking place at The Little Nell and Here House, along
2023/2024 JAS Cafe Winter Series Pass
The JAS Cafe Series Pass is back this winter! 2023-24 9:15pm JAS Cafe Winter Series Pass: (1) ticket to four 9:15pm shows of choice for the Cafe Winter Season. IMPORTANT
JAS Cafe Corner: History of Flamenco Guitar
In anticipation of the Jose Luis De La Paz Trio performance at the JAS Cafe on July 9th, we take a look at the history of flamenco guitar. Learn more
Jazz Aspen Snowmass and TACAW Collaborate on International Jazz Day Celebration
Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) and TACAW are partnering up to present an exciting and full day of music, food and celebration of International Jazz Day on Sunday, April 30. With
JAS Cafe Summer Series Just Announced
JAS Café Summer Series to Include Six Nights of Performances Rooftop at the Aspen Art Museum Jazz Aspen Snowmass has announced the 2023 Summer Café Series of six diverse performers,
Winter JAS Cafe 2024: The Little Nell – Dining Options
Jazz Aspen Snowmass is excited to announced for the upcoming Winter JAS Cafe shows, held at The Little Nell on: January 13th & 14th February 10th & 11th The
JAS Cafe Winter Series Pass Info
Jazz Aspen Snowmass will be offering a Winter Series Pass to include one ticket to a 9:15pm performance for all five performers at a $50 discount! To purchase please
Jazz Nights at Element 47
Jazz Aspen Snowmass is partnering with Element 47 at The Little Nell to bring you a new music and dining experience. Wine, dine and unwind with live jazz
JAS Cafe Corner – Memphis Blues
If you are one of the lucky people to have tickets to see Dee Dee Bridgewater at the JAS Cafe on Aug. 12 you are in for quite a treat!
“We Trust JAS” Passes On-Sale at 10am on Nov. 29
On-Sale Friday, Nov. 29 at 10am mst WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! Purchase Here 2-Day June Experience Pass (June 20-23) - $180 3-Day Labor Day Experience Pass (Aug. 29 - Aug. 31)
Getting To Know Ben Paterson Organ Trio
Saturday, June 22nd - 6:15pm & 8:30pm @ Limelight Aspen BUY TICKETS HERE “As soulful a pianist / organist as exists anywhere.” –Frank-John Hadley, Downbeat Magazine “His elegance, good taste,
Getting To Know Orquesta Akokan
Orquesta Akokan Saturday, June 22nd - 5pm & 8pm @ Rio Grande Park VIP Tent BUY TICKETS HERE Straight out of Havana, Cuba – a blazing presentation of deeply soulful
Getting To Know The Headhunters
The Headhunters 50th Anniversary Saturday, June 22nd -5:30pm @ Wheeler Opera House BUY TICKETS HERE "To say drummer Mike Clark and percussionist Bill Summers have stories to tell is an
Getting To Know Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen
Jon Cleary & the Absolute Monster Gentlemen w/special guest Nigel Hall Saturday, June 22nd – 7:15pm & 10pm @ Belly Up BUY TICKETS HERE Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster
JAS June Experience 2024: “How To”
If you've never experienced the JAS June Experience, let us give you a little tour of what you could miss out on! With three nights of music taking place all
Download the JAS App For the 2024 June Experience
JAS App - Enhancing Your June Experience The JAS App is the BEST way to get information, schedules, updates, and more. Download it today! During the JAS June Experience, JAS
Getting To Know Bobby Rush
Bobby Rush - Rio Grande VIP Tent - Friday, June 21st BUY VIP TICKETS HERE "And the Grammy Goes To..." This year, Blues Hall of Famer and 16-time Blues Music
Getting to Know Stephane Wrembel
Stephane Wrembel Gypsy Jazz - Felix Coffee - Thursday June 20-Saturday, June 22 BUY TICKETS HERE “Django is to the guitar what Bach is to the keyboard,” says the jazz
Treat Yourself to the Ultimate VIP Experience
Enjoy a VIP Experience Like No Other! “Once you’ve enjoyed the JAS Labor Day Experience – with VIP access – you’ll be spoiled for life,” – Denver Life Magazine Make
Elevated Hospitality Experiences at the JAS Labor Day Experience
Take your group's next event to a higher level at the JAS Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Experience, taking place August 30 - September 1, 2024 in Aspen/Snowmass. The concerts take
Get Involved – JAS Partnership Opportunities
Want to get your brand involved with one of Aspen's signature events? Interested in a hospitality experience for your group unlike any other? Want to show your companies support of
JAS Labor Day Experience Line-Up Announcement
Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) has just announced the blockbuster 2024 Labor Day Experience line-up including a mix of familiar favorites alongside artists appearing at the annual event for the first
2024 Labor Day Experience: How To Download The JAS App
Download the JAS App JAS APP APPLE DOWNLOAD JAS APP ANDROID/GOOGLE DOWNLOAD How do I create an AXS account? If you do not currently have an AXS account, one will
JAS 2024 Labor Day – NEW THIS YEAR
As we prepare for next year's Labor Day Experience we wanted to share a few updates! NEW AT THE 2024 JAS LABOR DAY EXPERIENCE: Clear Bag Policy - As an
“We Trust JAS” Passes On-Sale at 10am on Nov. 24
On-Sale Friday, Nov. 24 at 10am mst WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! Purchase Here 3-Day June Experience Pass (June 20-23) - $190 3-Day Labor Day Experience Pass (Aug. 30 - Sept. 1)
How To Get to the Labor Day Experience
There is no on-site parking at the JAS Labor Day Experience with the exception of VIP ticket buyers who purchased Rodeo Parking passes. Please make plans to utilize public transportation