Advocate, Elevate & Amplify

the KC Jazz Scene

Kansas City Jazz Alive brings together diverse local jazz stakeholders to elevate and advocate for the Kansas City jazz scene!

Who We Serve

Kansas City Jazz ALIVE and its Spotlight Charlie Parker initiative serve 5 groups within the Kansas City jazz sector base:

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Artists

2-students

Students

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Educators

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Venues

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Enthusiasts

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Spotlight: Charlie Parker is an annual Kansas City-wide event each August celebrating the life and music of Kansas City’s native son Charlie “Bird” Parker.

Get involved with

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1

Make a donation

Your contribution makes a big difference and is 100% tax deductible.

2

Attend a show

Jazz isn’t jazz without an audience and we need your support and enthusiasm!

3

Join a Committee

Our committees are a great way to contribute your ideas and form relationships.

Upcoming KC Jazz Events

Vivid Visions – Women In The Kansas City Jazz Scene

Vivid Visions – Women In The Kansas City Jazz Scene

Join us as we celebrate the talented women shaping the vibrant jazz scene in Kansas City!
Spring Edition: Kansas City Jazz Alive 18th and Vine Walking Tour

Spring Edition: Kansas City Jazz Alive 18th and Vine Walking Tour

Join us for a walking tour of one of Kansas City's most historic neighborhoods; 18th & Vine Jazz District!
S:CP 2025 – Kansas City Jazz Alive 18th and Vine Walking Tour

S:CP 2025 – Kansas City Jazz Alive 18th and Vine Walking Tour

Join us for a walking tour of one of Kansas City's most historic neighborhoods; 18th & Vine Jazz District!
Fall Edition: Kansas City Jazz Alive 18th and Vine Walking Tour

Fall Edition: Kansas City Jazz Alive 18th and Vine Walking Tour

Join us for a walking tour of one of Kansas City's most historic neighborhoods; 18th & Vine Jazz District!
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