Monterey Jazz’s highly influential national programs include the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra, the HBCU Jazz Combo Challenge, and the Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo.

Next Generation Programs

MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL

HBCU Partnership Program

NCCU

Congratulations to the winner of our inaugural 2023 HBCU Jazz Combo Challenge, the North Carolina Central University Jazz Combo.

National Program Facts

Founded in 1958 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit education organization, Monterey Jazz has been committed to nurturing the next generation of jazz since its formation.

More than 2,500 students’ lives are touched by our national programs.

In 2022, our national programs reached students and audiences in more than 43 states.

Our national programs are active all year round.

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