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About STJS
We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
founded on May 5, 1968
and incorporated in 1979.
Our Mission
The mission of the Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society (STJS) is to preserve and promote traditional jazz, Dixieland, and classic jazz music.
Our Programs
SAC. JAZZ JUBILEE (est. 1974) — The Jubilee is the world's largest and greatest traditional jazz festival, attracting close to 100,000 people to hear a showcase of specially invited musicians performing throughout the Memorial Day Weekend in Sacramento. Jubilee website.
MONTHLY CONCERTS ("Jazz Sunday") (est. 1968) — On the second Sunday of each month, a guest band or guest artist musician is presented at the Dante Club where anyone can gather from noon–5pm to socialize, dance, eat, drink and be merry while listening to great LIVE music in three different rooms. Click here for the Events Calendar.
TRAD JAZZ YOUTH BAND FESTIVAL (established 2006) — STJS created "TJYBF," the first Trad Jazz Festival for youth bands, and it was a huge success in its first year. Co-presented by Sac State Jazz Studies under the direction of Dr. Steve Roach. TJYBF website.
MUSIC LESSON AWARDS (est. 1979) — Provides funding for private music instruction for young musicians. Naturally, the emphasis is on jazz. Scholarship money is raised at the raffles held each month at the "Jazz Sunday" concert. Click this link to read the brochure and download an application.
TRAD JAZZ CAMP, Youth & Adult (est. 1986) — This week-long summer camp provides intensive jazz instruction for approximately 100 young musicians, ages 12-18. Expanded in 2000 to provide an additional week-long camp for approximately 90 adults. For more info and to download applications, visit the camp site.
TNT - The New Traditionalists (est. 1989) — This STJS-sponsored youth band is formed each year by audition in September. TNT represents the Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society at several events throughout the year, including the Jubilee in May.
"JAZZ IN THE PARK" (est. 1990) — This series of free Sunday evening jazz concerts in Sacramento-area parks during summertime features the best traditional jazz bands around. Click here to check the Events Calendar.
"STYLES OF TRADITIONAL JAZZ" (library concert series) — Held in the Tsakopoulos Galleria of Sacramento's Main Library at 8th and "I" St., these April/May concerts feature a variety of bands, culminating in an International concert showcasing one of the foreign bands scheduled to appear at the Jubilee. Click here for the Events Calendar.
If you'd like more information about any of these STJS programs, please contact our office. Contact info.
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