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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!

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

  • MJI PRESENTS: LOVE CALL
    MJI PRESENTS: LOVE CALL
    Sat, Sep 21
    bar centro
    Sep 21, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    bar centro, 804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    Sep 21, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    bar centro, 804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    Join us at Bar Centro to hear this collaborative trio perform original compositions by all members of the group.
  • MJI PRESENTS: THE MUSIC OF BUDDY MONTGOMERY
    MJI PRESENTS: THE MUSIC OF BUDDY MONTGOMERY
    Sat, Oct 19
    bar centro
    Oct 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    bar centro, 804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    Oct 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    bar centro, 804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    During the 1970s, Buddy made Milwaukee his home, leaving a lasting and profound impact on the jazz scene. Don't miss this performance of some of his remarkable compositions by an all-star quartet that includes two of his original bandmates.
  • MJI BIG BAND: A CELEBRATION OF DUKE ELLINGTON
    MJI BIG BAND: A CELEBRATION OF DUKE ELLINGTON
    Wed, Oct 30
    Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
    Oct 30, 2024, 2:00 PM
    Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045, USA
    Oct 30, 2024, 2:00 PM
    Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045, USA
    Celebrate 125 years since the birth of Duke Ellington, the legendary composer and bandleader who revolutionized American music.
  • MJI JAM SESSION
    MJI JAM SESSION
    Mon, Sep 09
    Jazz Gallery
    Sep 09, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
    Jazz Gallery, 926 E Center Street, Milwaukee WI 53212
    Sep 09, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
    Jazz Gallery, 926 E Center Street, Milwaukee WI 53212
    Join MJI faculty members Mark Davis and Clay Schaub for a jam session open to musicians and listeners of all ages. Free admission! Donations welcome.
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Milwaukee Jazz Institute is a proud United Performing Arts Fund Affiliate and appreciates the generous support received annually thanks to your UPAF donation.

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