Jazz House Kids

Jazz House Kids The JAZZ HOUSE provides inspiring, professional jazz music instruction and education to students from For more information, visit www.jazzhousekids.org.

Now in its 20th year, JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is dedicated to transforming lives using the power and legacy of jazz through world-class education and performances that create avenues of access, learning, career development and community building. The organization and students have received more than 135 awards and recognition for excellence in jazz and jazz education. Every day of the week through a serie

s in-school and out-of-school programs, the JAZZ HOUSE helps young people gain an artistic edge through music, mentoring, education and apprenticeship, building thriving communities, and fostering community leaders and global citizens. The organization’s far-reaching cultural signature program is the award-winning MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL, the largest free jazz festival in the NYC area, attracting more than 35,000 attendees to downtown Montclair each year.

06/03/2026

Looking to elevate your sound and take your saxophone playing further than ever before? 🎷

Join the BIG SOLID SAX CAMP for an unforgettable week with world-renowned saxophonists and educators. Led by Bruce Williams Saxophonist, and featuring jasonmarshalljazz, birsachatterjee, Rodrigo Romero, and Meredith Foreman, this immersive camp is a rare opportunity to elevate your sound, technique, jazz vocabulary, and confidence.

📅 July 20–24

Register now at jazzhousekids.org! 🎶

This summer, JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is bringing students immersive jazz experiences designed to inspire growth, creativity, and...
06/01/2026

This summer, JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is bringing students immersive jazz experiences designed to inspire growth, creativity, and confidence both on and off the stage.

🎶 JULY SPECIALTY CAMPS

One-week deep dives into focused areas of jazz study with intensive mentorship from master artists.

🎹 Rhythm Section Workout | July 8–10
✨ CHiCA Power | July 13–17
🎷 Big Solid Sax Camp | July 20–24

🎵 AUGUST SUMMER WORKSHOP

Our award-winning two-week intensive at Montclair State University gives students ages 12–18 the opportunity to sharpen their skills through big bands, combos, improv, composition, jam sessions, vocal jazz, and more in a supportive, high-energy environment.

All levels are welcome. WORK HARD + PLAY HARD with us this summer! ☀️

Join us in celebrating our incredible Artistic Director, Christian McBride 🎈🎶A true leader in every sense, Christian bri...
05/31/2026

Join us in celebrating our incredible Artistic Director, Christian McBride 🎈🎶

A true leader in every sense, Christian brings a rare combination of brilliance, heart, and purpose to everything he does. His presence on stage is unforgettable, but it’s the way he invests in young musicians, guiding, encouraging, and opening doors, that makes his impact so meaningful to all of us at JAZZ HOUSE KiDS.

Because of him, this community continues to grow stronger, more inspired, and more connected through music. We are so grateful for all that you give, today and every day.

Wishing you a birthday filled with joy, great music, and moments that mean the most. 🥁🎵

At JAZZ HOUSE KiDS, the Arts Department is hard at work behind the scenes — creating, collaborating, and preparing inspi...
05/29/2026

At JAZZ HOUSE KiDS, the Arts Department is hard at work behind the scenes — creating, collaborating, and preparing inspiring experiences for every student who walks through our doors. 🎶🎨✨

Guided by Artistic Director Christian McBride, our team is dedicated to building a creative environment where young artists can learn, grow, and shine. From rehearsals and curriculum planning to performances and innovative programming, every detail is designed to provide the best experience possible for our students and families.

We’re proud of the passion, talent, and commitment that fuels our mission every day — and we’re excited for everything ahead. 💙

05/27/2026

Celebrating the incomparable ! on her birthday! 🎂🎶

We’re looking back at her time as a special guest at our JAZZ HOUSE Summer Workshop, where she shared powerful words with our students: stay focused, stay committed, and never lose sight of who you are as an artist. Her presence left a lasting impression on everyone in the room. 💛

Wishing her a beautiful day filled with joy and music!

Our adult students are swinging harder than ever.This week, JAZZ HOUSE was filled with incredible performances from our ...
05/26/2026

Our adult students are swinging harder than ever.

This week, JAZZ HOUSE was filled with incredible performances from our adult instrumentalists and vocalists, featuring multiple small ensembles, our Adult Big Band, and solo singers beautifully interpreting songs from the jazz canon.

What makes this so special is not only the level of musicianship being developed, but the spirit of curiosity, courage, and dedication these students bring to the music every week. We could not be prouder of this community and are thrilled to see more and more adults getting involved at JAZZ HOUSE, studying jazz deeply, and continuing to grow as artists.

Congratulations to our students on an extraordinary Spring Showcase! With 18 ensemble performances across 8+ hours, more...
05/20/2026

Congratulations to our students on an extraordinary Spring Showcase! With 18 ensemble performances across 8+ hours, more than 200 students took the stage to celebrate a year of growth, dedication, and incredible music.

From the excitement captured at the photo booth to the heartfelt senior sendoff, the day was filled with unforgettable moments made possible by our amazing teaching artists, staff, volunteers, and supportive community. We could not be more proud of everything our students accomplished this year.

Spring Concert Livestream: youtube.com/live/Coai1dwfUsI
Support the next generation of artists: jazzhousekids.org/donate

Photo creds: Chris Drukker

Thank you to all of the incredible artists who made Jazz Icons + Jazz At One possible.Special thanks to Trinity Church N...
05/18/2026

Thank you to all of the incredible artists who made Jazz Icons + Jazz At One possible.

Special thanks to Trinity Church NYC for keeping live jazz thriving in Lower Manhattan, and to Ted Chubb, Melissa Walker, and Christian McBride for their vision and curation.

Swipe to see all of the amazing artists featured throughout the series, and check out the livestream links below. See you in the fall. 🎷✨

JAZZ AT ONE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHhDdvukEG4&list=PLvVwIEOtDEu5j_XXEec1G6OXOILJnM2TD

JAZZ ICONS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q9ULE0hL6U

The full lineup for the 17th annual MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL is here! In honor of America’s Semiquincentennial, the Festi...
05/13/2026

The full lineup for the 17th annual MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL is here! In honor of America’s Semiquincentennial, the Festival has been selected by the Smithsonian Institution as a collaborating festival for “Of The People: The Smithsonian Festival of Festivals.”

Fitting with the theme of honoring America’s quintessential original artform, MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL artistic director Christian McBride has selected performing artists to spotlight major US jazz cities that have shaped our culture and tell our national story.

Beginning in June, the five-part Soundcheck Series takes over the Wellmont Arts Plaza, leading up to the festival’s signature event—the Downtown Jamboree + Block Party on August 15 at Lackawanna Station, the region’s largest outdoor jazz celebration.

BE A PART OF IT. MAKE IT YOURS! Support the MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL with a new JAM PASS and help keep this summer tradition accessible for years to come. Visit the Link here: https://www.tixr.com/groups/montclairjazzfestival/events/montclair-jazz-festival-downtown-jamboree-189014!

Get your “Pay What You Wish” JAM PASS and enjoy:

• Express entry through the JAM PASS Fast Lane

• Entry into a sweepstakes* to win VIP Lounge JAM PASS with open bar + elevated hospitality, luxury bathroom, and more! an open bar, private bathrooms, and more!

🎤 SOUNDCHECK SERIES

June 16: Bobby Watson/Jason Moran
(honoring Kansas City + Houston)

July 1: Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Jon Faddis (honoring Red Bank)

July 14: Michele Rosewoman and Quintessence/Orrin Evans (honoring New York/Newark + Philly)

July 28: Joel Ross Good Vibes (honoring Chicago)

Aug 4: Rebirth Brass Band (honoring New Orleans)

🎷DOWNTOWN JAMBOREE + BLOCK PARTY (AUGUST 15)

Gotham Kings

Take Me to the River New Orleans All Stars featuring Cyril Neville (honoring New Orleans)

Christian McBride Big Band (honoring Philadelphia)

Patrice Rushen (honoring Los Angeles)

Dianne Reeves Music (honoring Detroit)

Spanish Harlem Orchestra (honoring New York City)

JAZZ HOUSE COLLECTIVE (honoring Miles Davis + John Coltrane)

JAZZ HOUSE ALL STARS

BLOCK PARTY - DJ Prince Hakim

More at montclairjazzfestival.org

A powerful night where history, talent, and the next generation take the stage. Join us as students and world-class musi...
05/11/2026

A powerful night where history, talent, and the next generation take the stage. Join us as students and world-class musicians come together to celebrate the voices that shaped American music, from Copland and Coltrane to trailblazing women and composers whose stories deserve to be heard. It’s an evening that brings past and present into conversation through music that continues to inspire.

📍 Trinity Church
🗓 Tuesday, June 2 • 6 PM - 7:15 PM

This free event is expected to fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot and arrive early to take it all in.

Address

347 Bloomfield Avenue (Lower Level/Entrance Off N Willow)
Montclair, NJ
07042

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 8pm
Thursday 9:30am - 8pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 5:30pm

Telephone

+19737442273

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