WELCOME TO THE MILWAUKEE JAZZ INSTITUTE

The Milwaukee Jazz Institute, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, promotes jazz through education and performance, building awareness of this art form's ability to transform lives and strengthen our community. MJI seeks to expand and diversify the local jazz audience and create opportunities for professional and aspiring musicians. It’s a big task, and we appreciate your generosity!

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UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

MJI PRESENTS CAMILLE THURMAN WITH THE DARRELL GREEN QUARTET
Thu, Jun 30
Bar Centro
Jun 30, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM CDT
Bar Centro, 804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
MJI proudly presents the accomplished composer, esteemed saxophonist, vocalist, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition, Camille Thurman.
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JAZZ CIRCLE EVENT: CAMILLE THURMAN JAZZ IMPROV WORKSHOP
Fri, Jul 01
Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts
Jul 01, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM CDT
Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts, 926 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
World-renowned saxophonist and vocalist Camille Thurman will lead a workshop on jazz improvisation.
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Multiple Dates
MJI JAM SESSION
Mon, Jul 11
Jazz Gallery
Jul 11, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
Jazz Gallery, 926 E Center Street, Milwaukee WI 53212
Join MJI faculty members Mark Davis and Jeff Hamann for a jam session open to musicians of all ages. Proof of vaccination required. Free admission!
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JAZZ CIRCLE: A CONVERSATION WITH CARL ALLEN

A recent MJI Jazz Circle event was an online conversation with Carl Allen, the gifted Milwaukee-born, New York-based drummer, sideman, bandleader, entrepreneur, and educator who has over 200 recordings to his credit. Having taken place on the 83rd anniversary of legendary trumpeter Freddie Hubbard’s birth, Carl’s experiences touring, recording, and serving as Freddie’s musical director were part of the discussion.

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