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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

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 & Aspen Film present The Stones & Brian Jones

The Stones and Brian Jones Directed by Nick Broomfield Featuring revealing interviews with all the main players and an unseen archive released for the first time, The Stones and Brian

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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

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

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

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

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JAS Introduces New “She-Bop” Jazz Workshop Exclusively for Young Women Ages 10-18

Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) has partnered with the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts (CCJA) to bring CCJA’s existing She-Bop jazz workshop to Carbondale on October 18-19. This two

Sonic Silent Disco Fundraiser!

After having so much fun at our Silent Disco after party last Labor Day we decided we couldn't wait a whole year to have another one! JAS/JFMAF is once

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

JAS District 8 Honor Jazz Band & Choir – Photos Available

District 8 Honor Jazz Band Returns to Carbondale, Feb. 5-6

Now entering its 15th year, the District Eight Honor Jazz Band, sponsored by Jazz Aspen Snowmass, will take place February 5-6 at Roaring Fork High School in Carbondale. Over one

JAS Honor Jazz Weekend, Feb. 9-10 Including Free Public Concert

Top student jazz musicians from across the Western Slope will gather in Carbondale February 10-11 for the annual JAS District 8 Honor Jazz Program, sponsored by Jazz Aspen Snowmass.

JAS/JFMAF Sonic Silent Auction 2019

JAS and JFMAF are two organizations with missions in music education have partnered to increase awareness and reach of the existing JFMAF Scholarship Fund, and to co-present new programming creating more opportunities

JAS Academy Student Highlights Week 2

JAS ACADEMY STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS WEEK 2 Here are the next 4 (click on their names to read their full bios): Luther S. Allison (SLAM) Hometown: Charlotte, NC School: Michigan State

JAS to Revitalize Former All-Scholarship Summer Program for College Students

New JAS Academy Big Band Sessions to be led by Jazz Bassist Christian McBride Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) will be reviving the former JAS Academy Summer Sessions program for

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Get to Know Shelly Berg’s Vocalists: Veronica Swift and Billy Valentine
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Get to Know Shelly Berg’s Vocalists: Veronica Swift and Billy Valentine

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Get to Know Shelly Berg’s Vocalists: Veronica Swift and Billy Valentine

GET TO KNOW SHELLY BERG'S VOCALISTS: VERONICA SWIFT AND BILLY VALENTINE This weekend the JAS Cafe will be presenting Shelly Berg Trio, Shelly Berg is a five-time Grammy-nominated pianist, arranger,

The History of Blues Music
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The History of Blues Music

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The History of Blues Music

Deva Mahal was born with the blues in her blood. The daughter of blues icon Taj Mahal will be performing at the JAS Cafe on March 29-30. In advance

The Great American Songbook
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The Great American Songbook

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The Great American Songbook

THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK The Great American Songbook isn't really a book. Rather, it's a notional collection of several hundred pop songs. The precise identity of the songs varies

The Great Pianists of New Orleans
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The Great Pianists of New Orleans

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The Great Pianists of New Orleans

New Orleans Piano Players New Orleans music is renowned for its piano players. Here, Jazz at Aspen Snowmass takes a look back at some of the greatest as we prepare

JAS Cafe Corner: JAS Academy Students Are Just Getting Started

JAS CAFE CORNER: JAS ACADEMY STUDENTS ARE JUST GETTING STARTED When JAS brought the JAS Academy back in 2018 the programs Artistic Director Christian McBride commented that, “the number

JAS Cafe Winter 19/20 Spotify Playlist

JAS Cafe Winter 19/20 Spotify Playlist JAS CAFE WINTER 19/20 SPOTIFY PLAYLIST Curious about this year's JAS Cafe Winter artists? Take a listen to our Spotify playlist to get

JAS Cafe Corner – The History of The Mambo Dance
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JAS Cafe Corner – The History of The Mambo Dance

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JAS Cafe Corner – The History of The Mambo Dance

*excerpts taken from ThoughtCo. “The Sexy, Hip Shaking, Mambo Dance” Feb. 25, 2019 Updated: November 20, 2024 Where Did Mambo Music Originate? Originating from Cuba in the 1930s, The

JAS Cafe Winter 19/20 Spotify Playlist

JAS Cafe Winter 19/20 Spotify Playlist JAS CAFE WINTER 19/20 SPOTIFY PLAYLIST Curious about this year's JAS Cafe Winter artists? Take a listen to our Spotify playlist to get

JAS Cafe Corner: Tap & Jazz

JAS Cafe Corner: Tap & Jazz JAS CAFE CORNER: TAP & JAZZ https://youtu.be/cFs7cyPmzxk When trumpeter Alphonso Horne and his fiery New Orleans flared band The Gotham Kings, perform at

June Experience

New June Format Needs Volunteers!
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New June Format Needs Volunteers!

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New June Format Needs Volunteers!

JAS Aspen Snowmass is looking for volunteers to assist with our Newly Formatted JAS June Experience June 20th - 23rd! With more venues and artists more help is needed! We

Enjoy the JAS June Experience with a VIP Dinner!

Jazz Aspen Snowmass To Go Menu Chef Martin Oswald of Pyramid Bistro proudly presents a to go menu to compliment your Jazz Aspen June Experience on June 26-28. He

June Artist Highlight: Jacob Collier

For many YouTube is a great way to entertain yourself, share videos and catch up on the latest pop culture sensation. For a select few it is how you

JAS June Experience Changes to New Format for 2019

Expansion in Programming Across Multiple Venues in Aspen’s Core Recalling HBO Comedy and Food & Wine Experience In Town, On Foot! Jazz Aspen Snowmass (JAS) announced today major

Who Is Leslie Odom Jr?

Leslie Odom Jr. is making his Aspen debut at JAS June Experience on June 22nd - but who is he? Short answer: one talented individual. A quadruple threat: singer,

What You Should Know About the June Free Lawn Party

Jazz Aspen Snowmass's June Experience Free Lawn Party on June 23-25 is one of the best ways to spend summer in Aspen. Our Lawn Party is a budget-conscious way to experience

Ten Essential Jazz Albums
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Ten Essential Jazz Albums

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Ten Essential Jazz Albums

TEN ESSENTIAL JAZZ ALBUMS – ACCORDING TO JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER, MAY 21, 2015 New to jazz and not sure where to start? With many artists and extensive catalogs

JAS Artist Highlight: Jamison Ross

FINALLY a sunny spring Thursday in the Roaring Fork Valley! This week we are featuring singer and drummer Jamison Ross. Today (5/30/19) is his last show of a 6

JAS June Made Easy! Five Questions Explain the New Format

JAS June Made Easy Five Questions Explaining the New Format 1. WHAT IS IT? 5+ Cool & Intimate Venues + Within a 5 Minute Walk in Downtown Aspen + 10 Performances

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