April is Jazz Appreciation Month and there are some incredible events happening this month that are dedicated to celebrating the art form. If you have ever been curious about where to experience jazz in Philadelphia, let April be your month to explore all the city has to offer.
The Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy has organized a #PhillyLovesJazz calendar that lists over 100 events including their Neighborhood Jazz Series, a series of free events happening throughout Philadelphia. For more info, click here.
Philly Soul Now is always keeping our readers in the know with where you can experience live music under the soul music umbrella. This month we would like to spotlight some of our fellow media entities that are solely devoted to jazz year round.
Ars Nova Workshop
The Wire magazine declared the Ars Nova Workshop “Philadelphia’s most reliable presenter of jazz and new music”. Their partnerships with organizations such as The Barnes Foundation, The Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the University of Pennsylvania produce programs that push the envelope of music presentation in the fields of jazz and contemporary music. For more on Ars Nova, please visit arsnovaworkshop.org.
Jazz Bridge
Jazz Bridge is not only a great resource for finding out about jazz events, they are a critical resource for jazz and blues musicians alike. Jazz Bridge provides emergency medical assistance, legal aid and more for musicians and singers in need. For more on Jazz Bridge, visit jazzbridge.org.
Jazz Philadelphia
Jazz Philadelphia is an advocator for the jazz community and a connector for jazz lovers everywhere. They hold concerts, workshops and education programs throughout the year. Their annual Jazz Summit welcomes those within the jazz music industry and fans alike to learn more about the current state of jazz with panel discussions and live performances. To find out more about Jazz Philadelphia, visit JazzPhiladelphia.org.