Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society Inc

This year, we're participating in NWA Gives to generate support for our youth education program.  

2026 MARKS THE 10th SEASON OF THE JAZZ ALL STARS YOUTH ENSEMBLE. 
This exciting jazz education experience offers local high school students a unique opportunity to join a musical community of passionate young musicians at a pivotal point in their personal development. Students are selected by audition and have an opportunity to apply techniques they learn in rehearsals to concert performances and professional recordings. 

Since our founding 34 years ago by artistic director Robert Ginsburg, NAJS has been dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating America’s original art form: jazz.  We support local and regional musicians by providing performance opportunities and event promotion. By developing our own jazz series and forming partnerships with numerous non profits including the Walton Arts Center and Crystal Bridges, the Jazz Society has brought world-class jazz artistry to Northwest Arkansas for more than three decades. Among those include Pat Metheny, Eliane Elias, The Yellowjackets, Bill Frisell, Kenny Barron, Joey DeFrancesco, Bobby Watson, Sheila Jordan, and Samara Joy.

As we begin the busy season for Jazz in Northwest Arkansas, we invite you to show your support for the Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society (NAJS) — and particlarly the Jazz All-Stars program. You can do this by becoming a new member, renewing your membership, or making a donation. 

Visit Digjazz.com for all the details.

Your support is more important than ever, and serves as a commitment to keeping live jazz vibrant and accessible throughout Northwest Arkansas. 

With gratitude and swing,

Robert Ginsburg
Founder and Artistic Director - 479-225-2306

Graham Stewart
Executive Director - 740-591-3358