Kansas City Jazz Academy: Spring 2026 Registration

Presented by The American Jazz Museum

The Kansas City Jazz Academy offers jazz instruction for middle and high school students who want to grow as musicians and performers. Students meet weekly on Saturdays for combo rehearsals, vocal jazz, and piano lessons led by professional educators at the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District. The semester culminates in public showcase performances. Open to instrumentalists and vocalists of all experience levels, the program provides an inclusive, engaging environment that celebrates Kansas City’s jazz legacy. Tuition is $100 per student, and limited scholarships are available through the American Jazz Museum website.

👉 Learn more or apply for scholarships at this link.

Dates: February 7 – May 10, 2026

Rehearsal Days: Saturdays

Times & Locations:

Instrumental Combos & Piano Lessons: 1:00–3:00 PM at the Gem Theater / American Jazz Museum (1615–1616 E. 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108)

Auditions for New Students:

• Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 1:00 PM | The Gem Theater
• All new students must audition for placement. Returning students from the Fall semester do not need to re-audition.
• Audition information can be found at this link.

Program Fee: $100 per student per semester

Scholarship Discount: $25 (available to approved applicants – see instructions below)

1. Click Get Tickets and select the appropriate registration option.
2. Complete all required fields for student and parent information.
3. If you’ve been approved for a scholarship, enter your discount code at checkout to apply your $25 discount.
4. You’ll receive a confirmation email after completing registration.

Students seeking financial assistance must complete the Jazz Academy Scholarship Form available on our website.
After the form is reviewed and approved, you will receive a unique discount code by email to apply at checkout for a $25 registration discount.

👉 Complete the Scholarship Form Here

For assistance or scholarship inquiries, contact:
Clarence Smith – Jazz Academy Manager, [email protected]

Info: Auditions will take place Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 1:00–3:00 PM in the Gem Theater.
Returning students from the Fall semester do not need to audition. Only new students or those previously enrolled but not participating in the Fall are required to audition.
Audition materials and requirements can be found on the Audition Page at https://www.americanjazzmuseum.org/jazz-academy#requirements.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Gem Theater, 1615 East 18th Street, Kansas City, United States

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