"Jazz does not belong to one race or culture.
It's a gift that America gave the world."
- Ahmad Alaadeen
Welcome to East End Jazz
Jazz is our American heritage – a culture, an art form, and a tradition. East End Jazz, a woman-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, cultivates a love for jazz through a wide range of learning opportunities. Our skill-building workshops and creative exploration programs empower and inspire participants of all ages on the East End of Long Island and New York City.
Learn more about our programs, attend an upcoming event, or support our mission today!
Mission
East End Jazz is dedicated to educating, entertaining, and inspiring a community of children, parents, students, teachers and audience members through live jazz performance and education. We believe that the original American music form of jazz is a powerful medium for bringing people together and fostering creativity and self-expression. We are committed to closing the gap in music education by providing year-round musical, educational, and cultural programs to schools, community centers, organizations, corporations and families from diverse backgrounds.
News
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March 7th @ 7:30 PM
Voices of Vision: An All-Star Tribute to Women’s History Month
Jamesport Meeting House
1590 Main Rd, Jamesport, NY 11947
Tickets: $20​
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Sunday March 8th | 2 PM to 5 PM
East Meets West Jazz Jam Session
Sing-Along Jazz with Ludmilla & Vanessa Trouble
Sing iconic hits like "Summertime" and "Fly Me to the Moon" with a live band.
Lyrics provided—no judgment, just fun!
Southampton Cultural Center
25 Pond Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
Free Admission RSVP Here​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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March 15th @ 2:00 PM
Generations of Jazz -Women in Modern Jazz
Featuring emerging young local vocalists
St. Ann's Episcopal Church
2463 Main St, Bridgehampton, NY 11932
Admission: FREE
Registration: RSVP here​​​​​
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​Jazz is about community! 🎺 We joined Gianna Volpe on WLIWFM alongside Chris Mandato from HMEA (Hamptons Music Educators Association) to discuss the impact of East End Jazz. Catch the interview here to see how we’re fostering the next generation of East End talent:
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​East End Jazz, in collaboration with the Southampton Cultural Center, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new monthly jazz jam session. The "East Meets West Jazz Jam Session" is a free event designed to bring musicians and music lovers together from across the community.​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Our East Meets West Jazz jam Session features every first Sunday of the month a special performance to kick off
the afternoon before leading into the open jam. All musicians and singers are welcome to sit in! Email us!​​​​
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A Community Event for Everyone
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The "East Meets West Jazz Jam Session" is a free event with no admission charge and is open to the entire community. Musicians of all skill levels, vocalists, music lovers, jazz enthusiasts, families and friends are encouraged to attend. It's a fantastic opportunity to meet the local jazz community, listen to great music and get inspired to create and improvise.
Come get to know your local jazz community, listen to great music and get inspired to create and improvise.We strongly encourage the youth to come sit in and jam with the pros!
To sign up to play or to learn more, please email eastendjazzny@gmail.com
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East End Jazz partnered with the Bridgehampton Child Care Center, offering "Music, Movement & Jazz" workshops to summer campers and bringing them a fun-filled experience of creativity and improvisation.
East End Jazz is partnering with the Southampton Youth Bureau in Flanders in the spring/summer and autumne/winter semester weekly workshop for our youth starting in April 2026 and September 2026! Our program is dedicated to empowering young musicians by offering essential music education, workshops, and performance opportunities. Together, we will build stronger communities through the vibrant sounds of jazz, creativity, and improvisation. We are excited to create a dynamic and inclusive environment that will foster the growth of our young talents.
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Help Us
"Your gift to East End Jazz empowers us to transform lives through the power and legacy of jazz, providing access, educational opportunities, and a vibrant community. Thank you!" Your Donation is 100% Tax Deductible!
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Values
East End Jazz views jazz as an integral part of our heritage - a living culture, tradition, and art form. We believe that everyone benefits from creative expression, regardless of age or background. Our programs, concerts, and workshops provide a safe and supportive environment for children, students, and people of all ages to explore their creativity and experience the joy of jazz.
Events
"Jazz Jam Session East meets West" Starting every first Sunday of the month until May 2026 in collaboration with the Southampton Cultural Center
The event is open to everyone—musicians of all skill levels, music lovers, jazz enthusiasts, young upcoming musicians, families and friends. All instruments and vocalists are welcome to participate. To sign up to play or to learn more, email: eastendjazzny@gmail.com
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March 6th @ 1:00 PM
Interactive Workshop at Peconic Community School
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March 7th @ 7:30 PM
Women in Jazz All-Star Band
An evening dedicated to the brilliance and soul of women in music, featuring Ada Rovatti and Lo Wood
Jamesport Meeting House
1590 Main Rd, Jamesport, NY 11947
Tickets: $20
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Sunday March 8th | 2 PM to 5 PM
East Meets West Jazz Jam Session
Sing-Along Jazz with Ludmilla and Vanessa Trouble
Sing iconic hits like "Summertime" and "Fly Me to the Moon" with a live band.
Lyrics provided—no judgment, just fun!
Southampton Cultural Center
25 Pond Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
Free Admission
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March 15th @ 2:00 PM
Generations of Jazz: The Women of Modern Jazz
Featuring emerging young local vocalists
St. Ann's Episcopal Church
2463 Main St, Bridgehampton, NY 11932
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Sunday April 5th | 2 PM to 5 PM
East Meets West Jazz Jam Session
John Coltrane & Miles Davis 100th Birthday Celebration
Southampton Cultural Center
25 Pond Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
Free Admission
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Sunday May 3rd | 2 PM to 5 PM
East Meets West Jazz Jam Session
Live Film / Live Jazz
We’re transforming a traditional screening into a collaborative jam session where musicians improvise live soundtracks to classic silent film clips
Southampton Cultural Center
25 Pond Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
Free Admission
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​Youth Education:
East End Jazz is excited to return to the Southampton Youth Bureau with 10 workshop classes:
Music, Movement & Jazz
These will run on Wednesdays in Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter,
starting at the end of April 2026 and picking back up in September 2026​​
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Stay Tuned for Upcoming Events of
Tiny Toes & The Jazz Crew
Where Nursery Rhymes Meet the Great American Songbook
It’s a musical journey for the littlest listeners and their families. Rehearsals start soon—get ready for some serious family-friendly swing!
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Listen to the Interview with Gianna Volpe from Heart of East End
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Collage of our first "East Meets West Jazz Jam Session" from October 5th:
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Press
Women's History Month 2025 Kick Off with a Night of Jazz at LTV by Jon Winkler
Click here: 27 East
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Iris Ornig Aims To Spread Her Love of Jazz to the East End Community" by Leah Chiappino
Click here: 27 East
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"On A Mission to A Spread Love Of Jazz" by Beth Young
Click here: Eastend Beacon
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"East End Jazz to celebrate Duke Ellington 125th Birthday with Workshop"b Miranda Ferrante
Click Here: Dan's Paper
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Thank you to our Sponsors​
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PK Floral Design Inc.
Peter Watrous
East End Jazz, Inc. is a nonprofit organization (public charity)
exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.