activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 14
- Facilitating Festival Logistics and Visitor Information Visitor Experience EnhancementFacilitates the festival experience by operating the TOPAZZ program, which offers restaurant options with special foods and music, and by providing attendees with information resources covering transportation, lodging, dining, venues, and local attractions.
- Hosts recurring jazz performance series outside the main festival Community Live Music SeriesRuns ongoing jazz programs such as the Secrt J@zz series, which includes themed events like "Present Time" and "Standard Time," and has featured guest artists such as Clark Gibson and Thøger Lund.
- Offering Membership Benefits for Festival Access Arts Ticket Access ProgramsProvides membership benefits such as VIP access passes, opening night party tickets, and premium seat tickets to Tucson Jazz Festival shows, with options for single, duo, and premium VIP memberships.
- Offers membership benefits with VIP access to festival events Arts Ticket Access ProgramsProvides tiered membership benefits including VIP access passes, opening night party tickets, and premium seat tickets to all Tucson Jazz Festival (TJF26) shows, with enhanced benefits for duo and premium VIP memberships, including Century Room premium seats.
- Operates TOPAZZ program offering dining and music experiences during the festival Live Multidisciplinary Arts Festival EventsRuns the TOPAZZ program, which partners with restaurants to provide special food and live music offerings during the Tucson Jazz Festival.
- Operating the Secrt J@zz Series Community Live Music SeriesOperates the "Secrt J@zz" series, which features live jazz performances, including original compositions and trio music, often showcasing specific artists like Clark Gibson.
- Operating the TOPAZZ Program Live Multidisciplinary Arts Festival EventsOperates the TOPAZZ program, which offers restaurant options with special foods and music during the Tucson Jazz Festival.
- Organizes and presents the annual Tucson Jazz Festival Community Live Music SeriesProduces the Tucson Jazz Festival annually in January, featuring numerous local and nationally recognized jazz artists across multiple venues and events. The festival is scheduled for January 17–25, 2025, and January 16–24, 2026.
- Organizing and Presenting the Tucson Jazz Festival Community Live Music SeriesOrganizes and presents the annual Tucson Jazz Festival, including a series of Late Night Jazz events, and an Annual Downtown Jazz Fiesta on MLK Day that is free and open to the public.
- Organizing and Presenting the Tucson Jazz Festival Community Live Music SeriesOrganizes and presents the annual Tucson Jazz Festival, a multi-day event featuring numerous jazz artists and groups, including both established and emerging talents. The festival includes various performances, community events, and special series.
- Presenting Community Jazz Events Community Live Music SeriesPresents various community-centered jazz events, including a cookout and live performance in partnership with other organizations, and the "Secrt J@zz" series featuring original and trio music.
- Produces community engagement events tied to jazz programming Community Live Music SeriesHosts free, public events such as the Annual Downtown Jazz Fiesta on MLK Day and community cookouts with live performances, including a collaboration with Cha Wa and partner organizations.
- Provides logistical and visitor support for festival attendees Visitor Experience EnhancementOffers informational resources for attendees covering transportation, lodging, dining, venues, and local attractions to support access and engagement during the festival.
- Providing Membership Benefits for Festival Attendees Arts Ticket Access ProgramsOffers various membership tiers that provide benefits such as VIP access passes, opening night party tickets, and premium seat tickets to Tucson Jazz Festival shows, with options for single or duo memberships and add-ons like Century Room premium seats.
strategies · 19
how they think
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- All-ages access with family-friendly policies all-ages accessEnsures the Tucson Jazz Festival is open to all ages, requiring adult chaperones for minors at certain venues to maintain a safe, inclusive environment that welcomes diverse audiences.
- Collaborative event model with organizational partnerships collaborative_event_presentationUses a collaborative event model to present jazz performances by partnering with other organizations, expanding reach and enhancing programming through shared resources and networks.
- Collaborative event model with organizational partnerships collaborative_event_presentationJAZZ IN JANUARY INC uses a collaborative event model by partnering with other organizations to co-present performances, expanding reach and programming capacity through shared resources and networks.
- Collaborative event model with partner organizations collaborative_event_presentationUses a collaborative event model to present jazz performances by partnering with other organizations, expanding reach and enhancing programming through shared resources and networks.
- Community engagement through local venue integration community engagementThe organization extends the festival experience into the community by partnering with local restaurants and bars, integrating jazz performances with local culture, food, and drink to increase accessibility and community ownership.
- Community engagement through local venue partnerships community engagementExtends the festival experience into the community by partnering with local restaurants and bars to offer jazz-inspired food, drinks, and live performances, thereby embedding jazz culture into everyday local spaces.
- Community engagement through local venue partnerships community engagementExtends the festival experience into the community by partnering with local restaurants and bars to offer jazz-inspired food, drinks, and live performances, thereby embedding the event in local culture and increasing accessibility.
- Community-centered programming for cultural connection community-centered programmingDesigns programs that foster community connection, celebrate cultural heritage, and create meaningful experiences for students and families, ensuring programming resonates with local audiences.
- Community-centered programming for cultural connection community-centered programmingPrograms are designed to foster community connection, celebrate cultural heritage, and create meaningful experiences—particularly for students and families—by centering audience needs and cultural relevance.
- Community-centered programming for cultural connection community-centered programmingDesigns programs that foster community connection, celebrate cultural heritage, and create meaningful experiences for students and families, ensuring relevance and inclusivity in its offerings.
- Immersive cultural experience centered on jazz immersive cultural experienceCreates an immersive festival experience that integrates jazz with local culture, enhancing audience engagement through a multi-dimensional celebration of music and place.
- Immersive cultural festival experience immersive cultural experienceThe festival is designed as an immersive experience that blends jazz with local culture, creating a distinctive environment that engages audiences beyond performance alone.
- Inclusive access through all-ages and student pricing policies all-ages access, student accessibilityThe organization promotes broad accessibility by making the Tucson Jazz Festival all-ages and offering student discounts, lowering financial and age-based barriers to participation.
- Inclusive access through all-ages and student-friendly policies all-ages accessEnsures broad accessibility by making the Tucson Jazz Festival open to all ages and offering student discounts for most shows, lowering barriers to entry for younger and student audiences.
- Integrative jazz performance blending multiple traditions integrative_jazz_performanceJAZZ IN JANUARY INC presents forward-thinking jazz compositions that integrate traditional jazz, Western classical, and global musical influences, creating innovative performances that expand the genre’s reach and relevance.
- Membership model to incentivize sustained participation membership programBy offering tiered membership benefits such as pre-sale access, show discounts, and merchandise savings, the organization encourages recurring engagement and financial support from its audience.
- Membership program to incentivize sustained participation membership programOffers tiered membership benefits such as pre-sale access, show discounts, and merchandise discounts to encourage recurring engagement and financial support from the community.
- Membership program to incentivize sustained participation membership programOffers tiered membership benefits such as pre-sale access, show discounts, and merchandise discounts to encourage ongoing engagement and support from the community.
- Student accessibility through discounted pricing student accessibilityIncreases access for young people by offering student discounts on most shows, lowering financial barriers to participation in jazz performances.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Century Room Late-Night Series
A series of late-night jazz performances and jam sessions.
Downtown Jazz Fiesta
A community event featuring multiple jazz performances.
Out of Festival Event
Individual jazz concerts and performances held outside of the main festival period.
Secrt J@zz / Secret Jazz Series
A series of jazz performances with various themes.
TJF Jazz Brunch / TJF Sunday Brunch
Brunch events featuring live jazz music.
TJF Talks
Discussions and talks featuring jazz artists.
Tucson Jazz Festival
An annual festival featuring numerous jazz artists and events.
relationships · 18
who they work with
- Arizona Arts Live Partner — Co-presents the Pat Metheny matinee show as part of the Tucson Jazz Festival.
- Century Room Partner — Presents the Late Night Jazz series.
- Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery & Bistro Partner — Partnered to present a community-centered cookout and live performance, and contributed cookie sandwiches.
- HSL Properties Partner — Title sponsor of the Tucson Jazz Festival
- John B. Wright Elementary School Partner — Partnered to present a community-centered cookout and live performance.
- Rialto Theatre Partner — Co-presents the Pat Metheny matinee show as part of the Tucson Jazz Festival.
- The Nash Partner — Collaborates with The Nash in Phoenix, AZ, as evidenced by the involvement of its Director of Education, Clark Gibson, in the Secrt J@zz series.
- Ticketmaster Partner — Some partner venues have contracts with Ticketmaster requiring ticket purchases through their platform.
- Tucson Jazz Festival Partner — JAZZ IN JANUARY INC (TOPAZZ) partners with the Tucson Jazz Festival to extend the festival experience.
- Tucson Jazz Festival Partner — Operates under the dba (doing business as) name Tucson Jazz Festival.
- Tucson Jazz Institute Ellington Band Partner — Collaborated to present Christian McBride & Inside Straight in 2020 and 2019, The Mingus Dynasty in 2018, Dee Dee Bridgewater in 2017, Jimmy Heath and the Kenny Werner Trio in 2016, and was presented in 2015.
- Tucson Symphony Orchestra Partner — Collaborated to present Lucas Waldin with Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw in 2020 and 2019, Arturo Sandoval in 2018, John Pizzarelli and his Trio in 2017, and Byron Stripling in 2016.
- Tucson Unified School District Food Services Partner — Partnered to present a community-centered cookout and live performance, and for students and staff to create a special salad.
- UA Experiential Jazz Ensemble Partner — Collaborated to present Anat Cohen and Howard Alden in 2017.
- UA Jazz Ensemble Partner — Collaborated to present Jon Weber in 2016.
- UA Studio Jazz Ensemble Partner — Collaborated to present Veronica Swift in 2020 and 2019, and Warren Wolf in 2018.
- University of Arizona School Garden Workshop Partner — Partnered to present a community-centered cookout and live performance.
- Vantage West Credit Union Partner — Partnered to present a community-centered cookout and live performance, and provided volunteers to distribute cookie sandwiches.