The Jazz Links Jam Sessions are back!

Jazz jam sessions have long been the place where musicians gather to connect, perform together, and hone their skills. Historically, jam sessions take place after-hours in the clubs, making it impossible for student musicians to participate. The Jazz Links Jam Session creates a live performance opportunity where student musicians can learn, grow, and connect with their jazz community. Join us:

September 10, 2025 - (completed)

October 8, 2025

November 12, 2025

December 10, 2025

January 14, 2026

February 11, 2026

March 11, 2026

April 29, 2026

May 13, 2026

June 10, 2026

5pm - 7pm

JAZZ SHOWCASE

806 S. Plymouth Ct. | Chicago

Free and open to the public

WHO CAN JAM?

Students aged 9-19 perform with one another and with the Jazz Links Mentors in the house.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE JAM SESSION?

Musicians, parents, students, siblings, and friends are all welcome and encouraged to attend these free events.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Students sign up onsite, using a QR code, listing three to five tunes they can play and improvise on from memory. The jam session host calls up groups of students to perform and improvise together in front of an enthusiastic live audience.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

Bring your trumpet/saxophone/trombone/voice/flute/vibes/drumsticks and a list of jazz standard tunes that you know and can improvise over. A vocal microphone, drum set, double bass, bass amp, and piano are provided for each session.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE