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B'Town Jazz is completely supported by donations (and an occasional grant). Thanks to small donors, large sponsors, and everyone in-between, we have been able to bring programs like the Jazz Fest and student Jazz Jams to the community. Thank you so much! PayPal will process your donation. (You do not need to have [...]

2022-08-04T21:01:06-04:00August 3rd, 2022|

Indiana Jazz Masters in the Schools online

Indiana Jazz Masters in the Schools' new online resources B'town Jazz will be celebrating International Jazz Day on April 30, 2021 with the release of the Indiana Jazz Masters in the Schools teacher site! Indiana Jazz Masters in the Schools is a classroom program for young people in Indiana and beyond, that has been helping [...]

2021-04-30T09:30:55-04:00April 24th, 2021|

In Solidarity, We Stand

Aug. 29, 2020 B’Town Jazz makes a statement of support for racial equity and diversity and announces the commissioning of two compositions B’Town Jazz is committed to using its resources to support the fight for racial equity and celebrate diversity through the performing arts.  Jazz music has deep roots in Black culture and has played a central role [...]

2021-08-08T17:28:01-04:00August 31st, 2020|

Video Series

Homegrown Hip! Due to the ongoing pandemic, the 2020 B'Town Jazz Fest had to be cancelled. However, B'Town Jazz bravely took up the challenge of producing a series of virtual performances featuring some of the wonderful talent our area has to offer! Watch the video series on YouTube or here at  https://www.btownjazz.org/watch-listen/videos Many thanks to [...]

2021-08-08T17:44:10-04:00April 24th, 2020|

BHS North Band Director Retires

Janis Stockhouse, a 1977 graduate of the Indiana University School of Music, began her teaching career as Director of Bands and Choirs at North Vermillion Jr./Sr. High School, but after a few years, she moved to Bloomington and taught jazz, concert, and marching band at Bloomington High School North for 38 years. She has served [...]

2020-08-31T21:39:00-04:00June 17th, 2019|
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