April is jazz appreciation month!
This April, to celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month, Jazz Central Studios has teamed up with the Twin Cities Musician's Union, the Musician's Performance Fund, The Hook & Ladder Theater, and MCN6 to present FREE live jazz around town!
Along with our typical in-house programming, we are proud to present our big bands in different venues in the Twin Cities. Let's expand our community with free, accessible, live jazz this April! See you at a concert!
Welcome to
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.
upcoming events
Kenny Reichert Quartet+Apr 11, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
*FREE* AACM Presents: Davu Seru Masterclass+Apr 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Baldwin, Harris, Hennig+Apr 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Adolfo Mendonça Quartet feat. Dean Sorenson+, opening set by UMN Morris Jazz Combos!Apr 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Steven Hobert n Sirclesound+Apr 19, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Aaron Hedenstrom+Apr 25, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Trench Size Trio+Apr 26, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Colonel Mustard's Mechanical Orchestra (1)Apr 29, 2025, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Michael Gold QuartetMay 02, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Bill Simenson OrchestraMay 06, 2025, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
UW Eau Claire Jazz ComboMay 07, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Will Schmid Quartet+May 09, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Cedar Avenue Big BandMay 13, 2025, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
(+ = live stream available)
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)
Phone
612-695-7573
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