Preserving Jazz, Enriching Community

Jazz Forward Dayton is a 501c3 nonprofit organiazation dedicated to building a vibrant jazz community by connecting musicians and audiences through live performance, education, collaboration, and mentorship. We champion local talent, welcome acclaimed regional and national artists, and create experiences that ensure jazz continues to thrive for generations to come.

Connecting Jazz, Community, and Opportunity

Our Commitment to Live jazz, Learning, and Inclusion

We envision Dayton as a thriving jazz community where artists of all backgrounds are empowered to grow, audiences are inspired through exceptional performances, and jazz is celebrated as a living art form that enriches our community for generations to come.

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