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COMMUNITYJAZZ CONNECTION

Connecting Community Through Jazz, Art & Culture

PRESENTED BY COMMUNITY JAZZ CONNECTION LLCHARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

Our vision, illustrated

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ABOUT US

A stronger community
through jazz, art & culture

Community Jazz Connection (CJC), presented by Community Jazz Connection LLC, brings people together through jazz, visual art, education, and cultural experiences. We create opportunities for artists, students, local businesses, and community partners to connect, collaborate, and thrive.

Learn more about CJC

Our mission

To connect and uplift our community through jazz, art, education, and cultural events.

Our vision

A vibrant and inclusive cultural community where jazz and the arts inspire, educate, and create opportunities for all.

Our impact

Supporting artists, empowering youth, strengthening local businesses, and creating shared community experiences.

“Jazz is more
than music…
It’s community,
creativity and
a brighter tomorrow.”

COME FOR THE EXPERIENCE

More than a performance.
A reason to come together.

Explore the CJC program vision. New dates, venues, and admission details will be announced as events are confirmed.

LIVE JAZZ

01

The listening room

Intimate performances. Remarkable musicians. A closer connection to the music.

Dates to be announced

JAZZ + ART

02

Community Jazz & Art

A gathering of music, visual art, makers, and the people who make Central PA special.

Dates to be announced

NEXT GENERATION

03

Youth Jazz Showcase

A stage for young musicians to be heard, encouraged, and connected.

Dates to be announced

JAZZ LEARNING

04

Education & Master Classes

Learn with educators and professional jazz artists. Help shape the next workshop, master class, or mentoring opportunity.

Dates to be announced
View the event calendar

Looking for the next event? Prepare an audience inquiry and ask for the latest schedule.

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THE FUTURE HAS A SOUND.
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YOUTH JAZZ SHOWCASE

The next generation
deserves the stage.

A place for young musicians to find their voice—and a community ready to listen.

The Youth Jazz Showcase invites interest from students, school ensembles, teachers, and band directors. Connect performance opportunities with encouragement, collaboration, and a lifelong relationship with jazz.

01

Introduce your ensembleShare your school, instruments, and experience.

02

Talk about the right fitDiscuss format, readiness, learning goals, and support.

03

Prepare for the spotlightParticipation details follow a confirmed program.

Take a participation survey

Participation surveys

Share your interests so CJC can plan opportunities for students and schools.

For students

Tell us about your music, learning goals, and how you would like to join in.

For teachers & administrators

Introduce your school or ensemble and the opportunities your students need.

EDUCATION & MASTER CLASSES

Learn the language.
Find your own voice.

Explore learning formats for students and curious listeners. Session dates, instructors, ages, and fees will accompany confirmed classes.

01 / LISTEN

The art of listening

Discover jazz traditions, hear what happens inside an ensemble, and learn to recognize the conversation between musicians.

02 / PLAY

Musicianship & improvisation

Build confidence in rhythm, phrasing, and musical expression through guided, practical learning.

03 / CONNECT

Artist-led master classes

Explore how working musicians approach their craft, collaborate, and prepare for a performance.

Help shape the next class.

Educators and professional jazz artists can bring skills, ideas, and resources to Education & Master Classes. Choose your outreach form to tell CJC how you can contribute.

For educators

Connect your school, support practices, coordinate learners, or share teaching resources.

For professional jazz artists

Lead master classes, coach ensembles, mentor musicians, or share your professional experience.

THE CREATIVE COMMUNITY

Good company.
Extraordinary expression.

CJC makes room for both the music you hear and the art you discover. Introduce your practice and explore a future collaboration.

Bring your sound.

Share your band’s story, the music you play, performance videos, and photos. CJC reviews submissions before they appear in the musician showcase.

Sign in to upload band profile

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VENDORS & ARTISANS

Made locally.
Shared together.

From handcrafted pieces to distinctive local goods, independent makers bring their own rhythm to a community gathering. Introduce your business for future CJC events.

Curated local creativity

Tell us what you make, sell, or serve—and how it fits a jazz-and-art experience.

Plan for the space

Share booth dimensions, power needs, and setup access. Fees, permits, and spaces are confirmed for each event.

THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU

How to
get involved.

Attend, create, teach, volunteer, or help support a program. Choose your path for practical steps and the right form or contact option.

YOUR PATH / Audiences

Find your next great evening.

Audiences path selected. Find your next great evening.

Come for the music. Stay for the conversation, the art, and the feeling of being part of something local.

Start here

  1. Browse the Events page for live jazz and community gatherings.
  2. Review each confirmed event’s date, venue, admission, and accessibility information.
  3. Invite a friend, attend, and help spread the word about CJC.

What to prepare

  • Explore live jazz and community events
  • Check the announced date, venue, and admission details
  • Ask about seating or accessibility needs before attending
Browse events

Explore first. Participation, availability, and terms are confirmed by CJC.

SPONSORS & DONORS

Help the community
keep creating.

Support a program that matters to you: a stage for musicians, a learning opportunity for students, or a place for local visual art. Start a conversation about support that fits.

Giving arrangements and any applicable tax treatment must be confirmed directly. No payments are collected on this site.

01

Support live musicHelp bring artists and audiences together.

02

Invest in young talentSupport learning and student participation.

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Contribute in kindOffer space, equipment, services, or expertise.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

More voices.
More possibility.

Schools, venues, businesses, and cultural organizations can help shape what CJC brings to Central Pennsylvania. Let’s start with a shared audience, a practical idea, and a common purpose.

LET’S START A CONVERSATION

Your idea.
Our next connection.

Tell CJC what brings you here. Prepare a short inquiry about a program, participation, support, or an accessibility question.

The inquiry builder creates a message for you to copy or download. Email your message to comja.conn@gmail.com. For accessibility assistance, visit our accessibility page.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Connecting the creative community
across Central Pennsylvania.

COMMUNITY JAZZ CONNECTION
Presented by Community Jazz Connection LLC