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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!

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Nominations are open for the Shepherd Express’ Best of Milwaukee 2023 awards. Please consider nominating us as follows:

  • Milwaukee Jazz Institute in the Arts and Entertainment—Music Education category

  • Milwaukee Jazz Institute in the Milwaukee Music—Jazz Combo category

Nominations are open until October 12. Thanks for your support! Here’s the direct link to vote: https://shepherdexpress.com/best-of-milwaukee/2023

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

  • RIVERWEST JAZZFEST
    RIVERWEST JAZZFEST
    Fri, Sep 29
    Milwaukee
    Sep 29, 5:30 PM – 11:50 PM CDT
    Milwaukee, Riverwest, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    Sep 29, 5:30 PM – 11:50 PM CDT
    Milwaukee, Riverwest, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    FREE TO ATTEND! The Riverwest Jazzfest will feature some of the best musicians and groups in the Midwest.
  • MJI JAM SESSION
    MJI JAM SESSION
    Mon, Oct 09
    Jazz Gallery
    Oct 09, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
    Jazz Gallery, 926 E Center Street, Milwaukee WI 53212
    Oct 09, 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 and listeners of all ages. Free admission! Donations welcome.
  • MJI PRESENTS: RUSS JOHNSON QUARTET
    MJI PRESENTS: RUSS JOHNSON QUARTET
    Sat, Oct 21
    bar centro
    Oct 21, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    bar centro, 804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    Oct 21, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
    bar centro, 804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
    Join MJI for the album release show of Reveal on Calligram Records.
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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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