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Due to a state of emergency, all classes are canceled for Sunday, October 12th @ JAZZ HOUSE Montclair
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Join The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra July, 1ST
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SUMMER @ THE JAZZ HOUSE
Beginner to Advanced Summer programs for 12-18 year olds in Montclair, NJ and NYC.
Summer Programs
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Ralph Pucci Jazz Set Turns 10: Featuring Samara Joy
Ralph Pucci Jazz Set
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MONTClair Jazz Festival
August 15, 2026
MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL
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Together, we can continue creating a harmonious community that grows stronger with each young musician who walks through our doors.
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JAZZ HOUSE Kids Youth Classes

JAZZ House Montclair Spring PROGRAMS

JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is excited to announce our 2025 – 2026 classes!  The JAZZ HOUSE Montclair welcomes new instrumental and vocal students of all levels and abilities, from beginners to pre-professionals headed to the nation’s top college music programs. 🎵

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JAZZ HOUSE NYC Spring PROGRAMS

CALLING ALL NYC STUDENTS, GRADES 6 -12! JAZZ HOUSE NYC offers free small group jazz education to both new and established musicians in the NYC area. Open to all Trinity Youth. 

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Setting The Stage for Tomorrow's Trailblazers!

We’ve been swinging to the beat for 20 years! For two decades, we have used the uniquely American art form of jazz to provide world-class access, learning, career development and community building. To meet our growing needs, consider a year-end gift to help us impact more lives for the better.

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MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL
AUGUST 15, 2026

MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL

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2026 MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL LINE UP

JAZZ HOUSE KiDS ANNOUNCES FULL LINEUP AND DETAILS FOR 17TH ANNUAL MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL

August 15 Downtown Jamboree at Lackawanna Plaza Performers Include:
Take Me to the River New Orleans All-Stars (featuring Cyril Neville)
Dianne Reeves
Christian McBride Big Band w/ Bilal
Patrice Rushen
Spanish Harlem Orchestra
JAZZ HOUSE Collective Celebrates John Coltrane and Miles Davis
Gotham Kings
Five-Week Soundcheck Series Performers Include:
Bobby Watson/Jason Moran (June 16)
The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Guest Conductor John Faddis (July 1)
Michele Rosewoman and Quintessence/Orrin Evans Trio (July 14)
Joel Ross’ Good Vibes (July 28)
Rebirth Brass Band (August 4)

2026 MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL Selected by Smithsonian Institution as a Collaborating Festival for “Of The People: The Smithsonian Festival of Festivals” to Commemorate the United States Semiquincentennial

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June 15, 2026

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“JAZZ HOUSE IS DESERVING AND WORTHY OF SUPPORT FROM ALL WHO WISH TO SEE AN ACTUAL MOVEMENT IN THE DIRECTION OF EXCELLENCE FOR OUR YOUNG PEOPLE. COUNT ME IN THAT NUMBER.”

– WYNTON MARSALIS; MANAGING AND ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER
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WHAT WE DO

Access

Access

We remove barriers and create opportunities for everyone to access instruments and practice spaces, enjoy performance and mentorship programs, and participate in unparalleled live jazz experiences.

Learning @ JAZZ HOUSE

Learning

Our year-round programming nurtures a love for jazz and centers jazz as intervention, empowering students ages 8 to 19, at every level of experience, to rise and improvise.

Career Development

Career Development

Through jazz, we prepare young people to become community leaders and global citizens, empowering them to find their voice both on and off the stage.
JAZZ HOUSE KiDS working in the community

Community Building

We foster communities of informed listeners, uplift marginalized voices, and create meaningful connections among emerging musicians, working artists, master practitioners, and lovers of jazz.

ACCESS

ACCESS

We remove barriers and create opportunities for everyone to access instruments and practice spaces, enjoy performance and mentorship programs, and participate in unparalleled live jazz experiences.
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LEARNING

LEARNING

Our year-round programming nurtures a love for jazz and centers jazz as intervention, empowering students ages 8 to 19, at every level of experience, to rise and improvise.
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Through jazz, we prepare young people to become community leaders and global citizens, empowering them to find their voice both on and off the stage.
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Community Building

Community Building

We foster communities of informed listeners, uplift marginalized voices, and create meaningful connections among emerging musicians, working artists, master practitioners, and lovers of jazz.
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WEATHER ALERT Sunday, Dec. 14

Due to snow, JAZZ HOUSE Montclair will have a delayed opening for 2:30 pm. Concerts at Trend Coffee & Tea will start at 4:00 pm. Students, check your email for more details and updates.

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