Jazz News & Updates – JAS Blog
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
Getting to Know The Rumble
The Rumble feat. Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. - Sterling Lounge - June 20-22 PURCHASE TICKETS HERE The Rumble, newly formed band featuring former members of Cha Wa, made their debut
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
Who? Get to Know the JAS June Artists
Looking at the JAS June Experience line-up and wondering, who are these artists? Don't worry, you aren't alone. Though some names will be familiar to some, other names might not
Celebrate Rio Carnival at the JAS Cafe!
Rio Carnival is headed to the JAS Cafe on Feb. 23-24 with Brazilian artists the Vinicious Gomes Trio and special guest Jamile. Before you head to the show learn a
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
JAS Announces June Experience Artists & Venues
Jazz, Soul, Blues, Funk, World Music, NOLA, Gospel & More at Multiple Venues Across the Downtown Core See the full June schedule here Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) has just
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
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
The Jazz Evolution with Jim Horowitz & Christian McBride
JAS President/CEO Jim Horowitz recently connected with six-time GRAMMY winning jazz bassist Christian McBride for a Frost Sessions Podcast focusing on The Jazz Evolution. You can see the full episode
JAS 30th Anniversary Virtual House Party & Fundraiser
BUY TICKETS NOW Bid now on a variety of experiences at our 30th Anniversary Silent Auction! All proceeds benefit JAS Education programming! Jazz Aspen Snowmass planned to celebrate its
2021 JAS Academy – Now Accepting Applications!
THE JAS ACADEMY PRESENTED BY JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS IN COLLABORATION WITH THE FROST SCHOOL OF MUSIC AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SET TO EXPAND TO FOUR WEEKS IN 2021
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
Share Your Voice: JAS Student Songwriting Competition
Join JAS for our first ever student songwriting competition! Jazz Aspen Snowmass is seeking original music by student songwriters. One winner will receive a cash prize of $500 plus
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
JAS Education Updates
9/2/20 Thanks to Your Support JAS In-Schools Continues to "Keep the Music Playing" in our Local Schools Thanks to the generosity of so many JAS supporters we have been fortunate enough
Calling All Bands – JAS Band Battle is ON!!
JAS Band Battle is BACK! Saturday, May 13 @ Lions Park in Basalt, 1-5pm Click here to download a Band Battle application and start practicing! Winners will be
FREE Summer Beat Lab Sessions!
Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) is partnering with Take Note Colorado to bring complimentary Beat Lab workshops to both the Basalt and Glenwood Springs Libraries this summer, coinciding with the National Collaborative
Keep On Keepin’ On with Katie Thiroux’s Pianist: Justin Kauflin
Triple threat talent Katie Thiroux is bringing in even more talent to accompany her on the piano at her JAS Cafe shows Friday, February 2nd and Saturday, February 3rd.
JAS President Jim Horowitz on Bria Skonberg, Performing at the JAS Cafe Jan. 16-17
I'd heard Bria's name last year for the first time, as she was pitched to me for the JAS Cafe by the same agent who first told me
Get to Know Roger Kellaway, Teka & Tom Scott
On Friday, March 2nd and Saturday, March 3rd, 2018 The Roger Kellawy Trio with Special Guests Brazilian Vocalist/ guitarist Téka and saxaphonist Tom Scott with Jay Leonhart on bass
JAS President & CEO on Jazz Bassist Christian McBride
Christian McBride has deep JAS history. He is a member of our musical family going back nearly 20 years. He played many memorable shows and he was the Artistic Director of the
Listen Up! History of New Orleans Piano
If you purchased tickets to the 7pm JAS Cafe performance on Friday, July 14 featuring Butler Bernstein & the Hot 9, we encourage you to join us at 5:30pm for
It’s Carnival at the JAS Cafe! March 17-18
IT'S CARNIVAL AT THE JAS CAFE! MARCH 17-18 We're mixing things up at the JAS Cafe over World Cup weekend with a Carnival Dance Party on Friday, March 17
The Django Influence
When the John Jorgenson Quintet takes the JAS Cafe stage on February 9-10 Cafe regulars will notice a familiar sound and style coming from Jorgenson's guitar. John is the latest Cafe
Three Generations of Cuban Pianists
Pianist Chuchito Valdes is heir to a great Cuban jazz tradition which started with his grandfather, Ramon Emilio “Bebo” Valdes, and continued with his father, Dionisio Jesus “Chucho” Valdes. Both musicians have been
Get To Know Halie Loren – Performing at the JAS Cafe March 3-4
GET TO KNOW HALIE LOREN - PERFORMING AT THE JAS CAFE MARCH 3-4 JAS had a chance to connect with Halie Loren last week to learn a little bit
JAS 30th Anniversary Virtual House Party & Fundraiser
BUY TICKETS NOW Bid now on a variety of experiences at our 30th Anniversary Silent Auction! All proceeds benefit JAS Education programming! Jazz Aspen Snowmass planned to celebrate its
Getting to JAS June Experience
With the 2018 JAS June Experience only days away it is time to start thinking about how you will be getting to the Benedict Music Tent. There is NO
Top Reasons to Go VIP to JAS June Experience
Front Row Floor Seating – Get some of the best seats in the house! Gold Pass holders have floor seats in rows 6-8 and Silver Pass holders have
What to Know Before You Go! JAS June Experience
Still on the fence about coming out for the fun? Find a full list of outstanding reasons to join us here! TICKET INFO Patron, Reserved and General Admission tickets are
2018 JAS June Merchandise is Here!
With Labor Day just weeks away it is time to get your limited edition JAS Merchandise. Each piece is designed and screen printed by JAS sponsor and merchandiser: Zapazoo Inkworks.
JAS Cafe Corner – Bringing the Blues to the Radio
JAS CAFE CORNER - BRINGING THE BLUES TO THE RADIO Dee Dee Bridgewater will be bringing her new show "Memphis" to the JAS Cafe on Dec. 29-10. Here's a
Who’s Hungry? Check out the JAS June Experience VIP Tent Menu!
Once again Chef Martin Oswald, owner/Chef of Pyramid Bistro in Aspen, has come up with an amazing menu for our upcoming JAS June Experience! Live
June Artist Highlight: Bria Skonberg
Happy Thursday! This week we are highlighting JAS June Experience artist: Bria Skonberg. A Canadian born singer, trumpeter and songwriter, Bria has been a force in the new generation
JAS June Experience In-House Scheduled for June 26-28
Nightly Live Stream to Include Artist Interviews, Performances & More Although the JAS June Experience was recently postponed to 2021, Jazz Aspen Snowmass fully intends to keep the music
Silent Disco After Party Fri & Sat
Coming to the JAS Experience on Friday, Sept. 3rd and/or Saturday, Sept 4th? Be sure to stick around after for the JAS/JFMAF Silent Disco - only $10! Each night will
What You Need to Know to Make the Most of Your VIP Experience at JAS Aspen Snowmass!
Donor Brochure DRAFT 2021 for a full program with all the IMPORTANT information you will want to help you have a great JAS Labor Day Experience, including: Full Schedule COVID
Updated Covid-19 Entry Requirements for the Labor Day Experience, Sept. 3-5
In light of recent developments in the spread of the delta variant and rapidly changing standards nationally in the live concert industry JAS has updated COVID-19 entry protocols for
Labor Day Experience COVID Updates
COVID PRECAUTIONS The health and safety of our audience, artists and staff is a top priority for JAS. Experience organizers are in regular communication with local health and safety officials
JAS COVID Community Rockstar Contest
Jazz Aspen wants to honor a deserving "COVID Community Rockstar" w/ a pair of VIP Passes for Labor Day Weekend w/ our: "JAS COVID Community Rockstar" giveaway! COVID and the ongoing
How to AXS Mobile ID for the JAS Labor Day Experience
All you need to know about AXS Mobile ID in regards to your Labor Day Experience 2021 tickets! What is AXS Mobile ID? AXS Mobile ID is digital ticketing
Final JAS Labor Day Line-Up Announced
Sheryl Crow, Gary Clark, Jr. and More to Join Previously Announced Performers Stevie Nicks, Eric Church, Kings of Leon and Maren Morris Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) announced the
New COVID Guidelines for JAS Summer Events
Per new Pitkin County recommendations JAS will require all attendees at the JAS June Experience and JAS Cafe events to be either fully vaccinated or to provide a current
JAS Summer Announcements
JAS 30th Anniversary Summer Updates June 18 – Sept. 7, 2021 PatronVIP Grid General Admission Grid Single Ticket Shows JAS’ 30th Anniversary unfolds against a backdrop of growing optimism