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Jazz Central Studios

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

Through our performances, workshops, and educational programs, we strive to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive jazz community that values creativity, authenticity, and a shared passion for the art form. At Jazz Central Studios, we believe that music has the power to connect people, transcend boundaries, and inspire positive change.

Jazz Central Studios is a tax exempt 501c3 tax exempt organization EIN 45-3039080. JCS is committed to strengthening the Twin Cities jazz community by offering a performance/educational environment that nurtures artistic growth.

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upcoming events

  • Cedar Avenue Big Band
    Cedar Avenue Big Band
    Cedar Avenue Big Band
    Tue, Oct 08
    Oct 08, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Oct 08, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    This 16 piece band boosts having been on-going for the last 35 years . Originally under the musical direction of arranger/ composer Steve Devich, they have built a library of big band music containing over 450 charts!
  • The Tyler Lustek Confluence presents Shmehara: The Poet’s Journey through War and Peace
    The Tyler Lustek Confluence presents Shmehara: The Poet’s Journey through War and Peace
    The Tyler Lustek Confluence presents Shmehara: The Poet’s Journey through War and Peace
    Fri, Oct 11
    Oct 11, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Oct 11, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Tyler Lustek Confluence joins forces with poet and interdisciplinary artist Andi Kopek in a captivating performance of Tyler’s original compositions based on Andi’s poetry!
  • Brandon Wozniak's Old Friends/New Friends Trio
    Brandon Wozniak's Old Friends/New Friends Trio
    Brandon Wozniak's Old Friends/New Friends Trio
    Sat, Oct 12
    Oct 12, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Oct 12, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Brandon Wozniak - Saxophone Erik Fratzke - Bass Emma Garau - Drums
  • Explosion Big Band
    Explosion Big Band
    Explosion Big Band
    Tue, Oct 15
    Oct 15, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Oct 15, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Led by chief detonators Doug Haining, sax, and Scott Agster, trombone, the Explosion Big Band draws from the area’s finest musicians. The EXPLOSION is ready to detonate with the classic sounds of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and more modern sounds of Thad Jones, Clare Fischer, Pat Metheny & others.
  • Ryan Garmoe
    Ryan Garmoe
    Ryan Garmoe
    Fri, Oct 18
    Oct 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Oct 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Trumpet player, Ryan Garmoe, presents an evening of music.
  • Kevin Gamble
    Kevin Gamble
    Kevin Gamble
    Sat, Oct 19
    Oct 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Oct 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Pianist/keyboardist Kevin Gamble presents an evening of music.
  • Twin Cities Latin Jazz Orchestra
    Twin Cities Latin Jazz Orchestra
    Twin Cities Latin Jazz Orchestra
    Tue, Oct 22
    Oct 22, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Oct 22, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Founded in 2014 by Geoffrey West Senn (trumpet) and Mac Santiago (percussionist/drum set), the Twin Cites Latin Jazz Orchestra (TCLJO) brings together the drama of big band jazz, the rhythmic intensity of Latin music, and the virtuosity of eighteen of the Twin Cities’ most accomplished musicians.
  • Dave Hagedorn and the Vibraphonics
    Dave Hagedorn and the Vibraphonics
    Dave Hagedorn and the Vibraphonics
    Fri, Oct 25
    Oct 25, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Oct 25, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Playing the music of Milt Jackson, John Lewis, Jim Hall, Monk and Peter Kogan.
  • Jeffrey Merrill Trio
    Jeffrey Merrill Trio
    Jeffrey Merrill Trio
    Sat, Oct 26
    Oct 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    Oct 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    The Jeffrey Merrill Trio will be presenting classic tunes with dynamic energy, a childlike joy for swinging, and a tinge of the avant garde - just to keep you on your feet.
  • Colonel Mustard's Mechanical Orchestra
    Colonel Mustard's Mechanical Orchestra
    Colonel Mustard's Mechanical Orchestra
    Tue, Oct 29
    Oct 29, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Oct 29, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Colonel Mustard's Mechanical Orchestra is a brass band playing the music of Paul Fonfara. Think Duke Ellington in an episode of Twin Peaks, the Johnny Quest theme played by Tom Waits, with some Ennio Morricone and Goran Bregovic thrown in.

Location

Jazz Central Studios is located in the Old St. Anthony neighborhood on the west bank of the Mississippi river. The main entrance is directly across the street from the Aveda Institute at the corner of 4th Street Southeast and Central Avenue Southeast.

 

Parking

Metered street parking is available on our block but be sure to verify times.

 

Address

407 Central Avenue Southeast
Minneapolis, MN 55414 (Lower Level)

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Phone

612-695-7573

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EMAIL

info@jazzcentralstudios.org

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