J@MS Program (Jazz at The Music Settlement)

J@MS is a weekly half-day immersion program for students that immerses them in the energy and excitement of Jazz music. Musicians enrolled in the J@MS Program take part in History of African American Music, Theory and Improvisation, Small combo, and Large Ensemble (Big Band).

Musicians will explore a range of inspiring and challenging material under the direction of our professional faculty. Students gain valuable performance experience throughout the year at concerts and special events.

If this is your first enrollment of the school year (September - June) in the Center for Music, a non-refundable registration fee is due at the time of enrollment ($35 for a single registrant, with a cap of $50 per family).

For those unable to commit to the half-day program, J@MS Ensemble musicians arrive later in the morning and participate only in Small Combo and Large Ensemble (Big Band). History, theory, and improvisation are not covered. Director approval is required to enroll. Click here for more information.