The JAM Concert Series
The JAM Concert Series is dedicated to enriching Duluth’s Jazz culture through annual concert series held in April. Every year JAM provides performance opportunities for 20 different ensembles at various venues across the Twin Ports including Duluth Cider, Lake Superior Brewing, Dovetail Cafe, and Northern Waters Smokehaus, fostering exposure and appreciation for Duluth’s vibrant jazz scene. Each week during Jazz Appreciation Month, Twin Ports audiences had the opportunity to attend two unique concerts. One concert featured a small jazz ensemble followed by an inclusive jam session, inviting participation from students and community members alike. The other is a larger concert including a local school’s and professional ensemble.
Upcoming Series
2025 JAM Concert Series
We are excited to announce the 2025 concert series very soon! Check back for updates on the lineup and schedule of guest artists new events and a longer schedule. Mark your calendars for April and join us for an exciting Jazz Appreciation Month!
Are you interested in performing in the 2025 Series?
Previous Series
2024 Concert Series
The 2024 was a huge success! We had over 120 participants including 75 students! The series took place all across Duluth with 9 shows at 8 different locations including Duluth Cider, Ursa Minor Brewing, Bent Paddle, Carmody’s Irish Pub, Northern Waters Smokehouse, Dovetail Cafe and Marketplace, and Lake Superior Brewing! We had over 550 people attend the concert series in total!!
Listen to this Interview about the 2024 Series between Jazz88 host Peter Solomon and JAM Director Thomas Woytko!
Interested in donating to the series?
The JAM Concert Series depends entirely on philanthropic donations, grants, and the generous backing of our community partners and sponsors to produce these events. JAM Duluth is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization all donations are tax deductible and will go towards the cost of event production and musician payments.