Jazz Foundation of America

Emergency care and meaningful employment for artists and free concerts for students, seniors, and general audiences.

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Musicians who've given us so much deserve our support when they need it most. 🎶💕 The Jazz Foundation is committed to turning despair into hope for musicians in crisis through emergency assistance, creating work opportunities, and connecting with the community. Donate now.

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@franksinatra and @EllaFitzgerald join forces for a stunning rendition of “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” showcasing the timeless artistry that made them icons of the Great American Songbook.

If you could hear any two jazz legends perform together, who would you choose?

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Coming this week from the Jazz Foundation of America!

Join us in NOLA, NYC, or on our Facebook livestreams for five amazing jazz performances. 🎷

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A powerhouse lineup takes the stage for International Jazz Day 2014 in Osaka, Japan. Led by @ddbprods, this electrifying performance of “St. Vitus Dance” features Roy Hargrove, T. S. Monk, & others celebrating jazz’s power to connect people across the globe.

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On Saturday, June 27th, join the Jazz Foundation of America in Marshall, NC, for A Great Day in Marshall, a FREE, day-long celebration of music, community, and resilience. Starts at 1:30 PM and will feature live performances across six downtown venues.

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Throwing it back to an incredible night with Ceasar Michael Elloie at Snug Harbor on May 13th, 2026!

Catch the full performance on our YouTube, and discover more upcoming shows from Snug Harbor on our calendar.

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Coming this week from the Jazz Foundation of America!

Join us in NOLA, NYC, or on our Facebook livestreams for five amazing jazz performances. 🎷

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For the next three Saturdays, JFA brings free live jazz to Brooklyn’s Eubie Blake Theatre at Herbert Von King Park! Catch Nikita White (6/6), George Braith (6/13), and the Steven Kroon Latin Jazz Sextet (6/20). All performances begin at 3 PM and are open to the public.

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A timeless moment from one of jazz’s greatest ambassadors. On July 7, 1957, Louis Armstrong (@ArmstrongHouse) performed “Beautiful Dreamer” on The Ed Sullivan Show, bringing his unmistakable voice and spirit to audiences across America.

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Coming this week from the Jazz Foundation of America!

Join us in NOLA, NYC, or on our Facebook livestreams for five amazing jazz performances. 🎷

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Free live jazz all June long with the Jazz Foundation of America. Come by or tune in, and catch some unforgettable performances.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for JFA’s 2026 Great Night Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center. From tributes to Ernest Ranglin, Cal Tjader & Willie Bobo to performances by @NorahJones, Gary Bartz, @xPatriceRushenx & more, it was a true celebration of jazz.

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Sonny Rollins (1930–2026). In 2015, Jazz Foundation of America honored him with a Lifetime Achievement Award at “A Great Night in Harlem.” Even without his horn, he lit up the Apollo with his spirit and wisdom: “It all comes from jazz.” Rest in peace, Sonny.

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Throwback to this amazing performance with Doreen's Jazz from April 1st, 2026!

Watch the full performance on our YouTube, and explore more upcoming shows from the New Orleans Jazz Museum on our calendar.

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Coming this week from the Jazz Foundation of America!

Join us in NOLA, NYC, or on our Facebook livestreams for five amazing jazz performances. 🎷

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Throwing it back to Zoë de Priester on April 8th, 2026!

Watch the full performance on our YouTube, and explore more upcoming shows from Snug Harbor on our calendar.

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A look back at #georgebenson at the 1966 Newport Jazz Festival, showcasing his incredible guitar mastery and smooth jazz style early in his legendary career.

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Coming this week from the Jazz Foundation of America!

Join us in NOLA, NYC, or on our Facebook livestreams for three amazing jazz performances. 🎷

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Throwback to the New Orleans Cottonmouth Kings on March 11th, 2026!

Watch the full performance on our YouTube, and explore more upcoming shows from Snug Harbor on our calendar.

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The #isleybrothers kick off their Tiny Desk (at Home) set with ‘Between the Sheets,’ dropping the iconic line ‘I like it when you call me Big Poppa’ as a nod to the late #notoriousb.i.g. This performance proves that great music knows no genre and bridges generations.

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Coming this week from the Jazz Foundation of America!

Join us in NOLA, NYC, or on our Facebook livestreams for five amazing jazz performances. 🎷