Jazz News & Updates – JAS Blog
2024 CLEAR BAG POLICY: Know Before You Go
Getting ready for the 2024 Labor Day Experience? Make sure you know before you go! NEW THIS YEAR: Clear Bag Policy! As an additional safety precaution, as well as a
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
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
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
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
Honor Jazz Band Highlights
JAS Jazz in Schools, District 8 Honor Bands, Feb. 4, 2023 Over 50 of the top student jazz musicians from the Western Slope gathered in Carbondale Feb. 3-4
JAS Honor Jazz Concert – Feb. 4
Join us on Saturday, February 4th as we enjoy music from 50 of the Western Slope's top student jazz musicians at the JAS Honor Jazz Concert. Nominated by their
Aspen Premiere of GRINGA at the Wheeler Opera House
Aspen Premiere of GRINGA Wheeler Opera House Tuesday, December 27 at 7:00pm The Jake Foerster/Jazz Aspen Snowmass Music Arts Fund will present the Aspen Premiere of GRINGA at the Wheeler
JAS “Share Your Voice” Songwriting Competition Returns
The 3rd Annual JAS “Share Your Voice” songwriting competition is now accepting entries! Open to Middle or High School students, JAS is seeking original songs from any music genre. Entries
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 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!
History of Gullah Music
Grammy Award winners Ranky Tanky will be joining us at the JAS Cafe on July 2 performing timeless music born from the Gullah culture of the southeastern Sea Islands. Before
Samba Origin
Updated: May 2022 On August 18th Brazilian pianist/vocalist Eliane Elias will return to the JAS Cafe in a special celebration of the music known as Samba. Samba is a Brazilian musical genre and
Getting to Know Cory Henry
Cory Henry - Aspen Art Museum - Friday, June 21 BUY TICKETS HERE Ten Things to Know About Cory Henry! Cory is a former member of Snarky Puppy, during his
Getting to Know Katie Thiroux
Katie Thiroux - Wheeler Lobby, Friday, June 21 & Saturday, June 22 Buy Tickets Here We can tell you what an extremely talented bassist, composer and educator Katie Thiroux is.
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
Getting to Know Tommy Emmanuel
Tommy Emmanuel - Aspen Art Museum, Friday, June 21 Buy Tickets Here Internationally awarded fingerpicking guitar wizard Tommy Emmanuel was recently highlighted on NPR's World Cafe Words and Music podcast
Getting to Know The Blind Boys of Alabama
Blind Boys of Alabama - Gospel Brunch - Sunday, June 23 - Rio Grande Park VIP Tent Tickets include brunch, Bloody Mary & Mimosa bar and concert BUY TICKETS HERE
Getting to Know Cedric Burnside
Cedric Burnside - W Hotel - June 21 & 22 PURCHASE TICKETS HERE “Cedric Burnside carries the mantle — the joy and the burdens and the history of the North
“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)
June Ticket & Pass Pick Up Info
JAS JUNE EXPERINCE TICKET/PASS PICK UP INFORMATION To make your ticket pick up experience easier, we have different pick up points depending on the pass purchased! 2-Day & Single Day
How to: AXS Mobile ID for JAS June Single Show Tickets!
All you need to know about AXS Mobile ID in regard to your 2023 June Experience! For Single Show Ticket Buyers Only! Pass buyers will pick up your wristbands at
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
JAS Labor Day Experience Policies – What To Know Before You Go!
PROHIBITED ITEMS LIST No outside drinks or liquid of any kind (one empty clear plastic water bottles permitted) No weapons of any kind including pocketknives, pepper spray, or any objects
Downloading & Reselling Your Labor Day Tickets
To access your purchased tickets: Download the "JAS Aspen Snowmass Experience App" using these links (if you already have the JAS app we recommend you reload it to guarantee the access
Experience the VIP Treatment at the JAS Labor Day Experience
PURCHASE NOW There truly is no other music festival VIP experience like the one you'll find at the JAS Labor Day Experience. Hungry? From grille fare, to live cooking stations,