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General Agency Information |
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| Name: | Kuumbwa Jazz |
| Address: |
320-2 Cedar Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Driving Directions |
Contact Information |
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| Primary Phone: | 831-427-2227 |
| Fax: | 831-427-3342 |
| Website: | http://www.kuumbwajazz.org |
Hours |
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| Days/Hours of Operation: |
Monday-Friday, 9-5
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Details |
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| Description: | Since 1975, Kuumbwa Jazz has grown from its small beginnings to one of the most highly respected jazz-presenting institutions in the country, attracting artists of national and international renown. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of jazz through weekly concerts in their intimate 200 seat venue and education programs for all ages. Kuumbwa (pronounced koo-um-baa) is a Swahili word meaning act of spontaneous creativity. Kuumbwa Jazz provides opportunities for residents and visitors in the Santa Cruz area to enjoy and appreciate the full spectrum of jazz music through live performance and education. We present extraordinary regional, national and international musicians and provide educational programs for people of all ages. |
| Mission: | The nonprofit organization is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of jazz through weekly concerts in their intimate 200 seat venue and education programs for all ages. |
| Programs: | Jazz education programs include: Summer Jazz Camp, Kuumbwa Jazz Honor Band, and Artist in the Schools Program. |
| Facilities: | Facility is available to rent to independent concert promoters and private parties for receptions and community events with catering available. |
| Languages other than English: | None |
| Accommodations for Disabled Persons: | Wheelchair Access |
| Public Transportation: | Available Within Two Blocks |
| Eligibility: | Open to All |
| Fees: | See website |
| Areas Served: | Santa Cruz County |
| Physical Location: | Santa Cruz |
| Funding Source: |
Donations Grants Proceeds from Sales |
Officials/Contact Persons |
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| Officials: |
Tim Jackson Artistic Director/Co-Founder Sandy Sloan Marketing Director Bobbi Todaro Managing Director |
Subject Headings |
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| Subject Headings: |
Facilities/Community Centers Jazz Concerts Music Appreciation Music Performances Private Nonprofits |
| This agency was last updated on February 7, 2018. | |