Jazz House Kids®
World-Class Initiative

Jazz House Kids brings music, mentoring and education to hundreds of students each year, teaching students to be lifelong learners, communicators and innovators. We believe all children deserve access to a great education in the arts!

In and Out of School Programs

Our programs in underserved communities help close the gap in music education and place students on a level playing field with their peers from other communities.

The Jazz House

Based in Montclair, New Jersey, the "Jazz House" provides classes and performance ensembles for students 8 to 18, along with instrument and scholarship support for 38 percent of our student body.

Inside the Jazz Note®

Our annual flagship masterclass for middle and high school students hosted by Jazz House Kids Artistic Chair and world-renowned bassist Christian McBride, features today's jazz icons and reflects our commitment to world-class performance and mentorship.

Jazz Across the Curriculum®

We offer professional development for K-8 school teachers so they can use jazz as an effective and exciting teaching tool. Jazz House Kids Goes to College® In partnership with The Juilliard School for Jazz Studies, we offer an annual college fair to assist students interested in attending music colleges or conservatories.

Summer Jazz Workshop

Over two weeks, students receive direct instruction from professional musicians to develop key skills and enhance knowledge in fundamentals of music and the art of performance.

Student Sessions Emerging Artist Performance Program

On the job training! We recently established a monthly program to provide students with guidance in repertoire development and live performance opportunities in noted jazz clubs.

A World-Class Music Initiative...
In Your Own Back Yard.