Concord Conservatory of Music Monthly Jazz Jam

Bring your favorite tune, your instrument, and open ears to CCM’s Monthly Jazz Jam, where we set the stage for musical collaboration, exploration, and enjoyment, and provide a space where all jazz musicians will feel at home. This monthly gathering welcomes players of all levels&nbsp;to join the house rhythm section,&nbsp;request songs, and build new musical friendships. Walk in&nbsp;or&nbsp;sign up in advance to provide background such as your instrument and playing experience, as well as any song requests you have. Dates &amp; Times: Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm Nov 25, Dec 16, Jan 27, Feb 24, March 24, April 28, May 26 Location: Jam Suite at CCM 2 15 Junction Square Drive,&nbsp;Concord, two blocks from CCM. Suggested donation: $10 Ages 16 and up How to Join: <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclhqcBKniT7iMrSOF6jMFNMTqNpJlDifDryJLEPPFLWTxkjg/viewform?usp=preview">Sign up!</a>&nbsp; Please sign up in advance; walk-ins are welcome. For the most positive experience, we recommend knowing at least one jazz standard, blues, or funk tune, and having a basic level of improvisation.

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Then & Now, A CCM Jazz Reunion

Witness the evolution of jazz at CCM. Join us for a milestone performance featuring a powerhouse lineup of the faculty and alumni who have shaped our&nbsp;sound for over two decades. The ensemble features some of the region’s best modern jazz talent:<ul><li><a href="http://www.tuckerantell.com/">Tucker Antell on Saxophone</a></li><li><a href="https://www.brianfriedland.com/">Brian Friedland on Piano</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ehudettun.com/">Ehud Ettun on Bass</a></li><li><a href="https://www.sonor.com/drums/artists/artists-detail/brooke-sofferman">Brooke Sofferman on Drums</a></li><li><a href="https://www.philsargentmusic.com/">Phil Sargent on Guitar</a></li></ul>Get your tickets now for a truly unforgettable evening of improvisation and artistry!

Concord Conservatory of Music

CCM Monthly Jazz Jam

Bring your favorite tune, your instrument, and open ears to CCM’s Monthly Jazz Jam, where faculty member Giuseppe Paradiso sets the stage for musical collaboration, exploration, and enjoyment, and provides a space where all jazz musicians will feel at home. This monthly gathering welcomes players of all levels&nbsp;to join the house rhythm section,&nbsp;request songs, and build new musical friendships. Walk in&nbsp;or&nbsp;sign up in advance to provide background such as your instrument and playing experience, as well as any song requests you have. Dates &amp; Times: Tuesday, 7:00-9:00 pm Jan 27 Location: Jam Suite at CCM 2 15 Junction Square Drive,&nbsp;Concord, two blocks from CCM. Suggested donation: $10 Ages 16 and up

Musical Storytelling with Schumann *Family Concert

CCM Family Series!&nbsp;&nbsp;“They belong only to us” was Clara Schumann’s response upon first listening to Robert Schumann’s&nbsp;Kindersezen, “Scenes from Childhood”,&nbsp;alluding to the tenderness of childhood remembrances and music as a shared experience. CCM piano faculty Kitty Cheung-Evans retells this 1838 work and prompts listeners to create their own stories in this participatory event. Movement titles such as “Dreaming” and “Of Distant Lands” inspire the imaginations of today’s youth and kindle affectionate sentiments of childhood for adults, connecting all listeners with the art of musical interpretation. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/musical-storytelling-with-schumann-tickets-1432018368489?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">Purchase Tickets in advance</a>&nbsp;or payable at the door for this event. ($10 General Admission and free for students 18 and under)

Music & Transformation

Discover the captivating arc of transformation in music with Concord Conservatory of Music’s own pianist and speaker, Jackson Carruthers, joined by guest violinist Sarah Whitney. Making this program extra special is an appearance by talented CCM students Henry Ziulkowski and Abigail Kirincich! Together, they will show how a single musical idea evolves and expands, much like our own personal paths from novice learning to expertise. Through discussion and live performances, Jackson vividly illustrates how music transforms in real-time and over the course of time, offering an enriching and relatable experience for all. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/music-transformation-tickets-1518302657119?aff=oddtdtcreator">Purchase Tickets in advance</a>&nbsp;or payable at the door for this event. ($25 General Admission and free for students 18 and under) &nbsp; <img src="https://concordconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Copy-of-Sarahwhitney_photographybystephaniecraig-5350-scaled-e1758637924879-203x300.jpg">Praised by the&nbsp;Washington Post&nbsp;for her “marvelous violin acrobatics,” Sarah Whitney is an innovative violinist celebrated for her musical versatility as a performer, teacher, and speaker. She has appeared on stages worldwide as a soloist and collaborative artist, and as a founding member of the string quintet SYBARITE5, she performed over 1,000 concerts, including at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, with three albums reaching the top ten on the Billboard Charts. She also performs on the electric violin and has been featured on-stage with artists like Adele and Ellie Goulding. Fiercely dedicated to bringing fresh ideas to classical music, she founded Beyond the Notes, an innovative concert series, and works as a Career Coach for Musicians, helping them navigate their careers. Sarah performs on a violin made by J.B. Vuillaume in 1850. &nbsp; <img src="https://concordconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/DSCF5997-1-200x300.jpg">Grateful for the opportunity to dedicate his life to playing the piano, Jackson Carruthers is a passionate musician celebrated for his versatile command of a wide range of genres, from classical to gospel, jazz, blues, rock, and pop. As a highly trained pianist, he holds multiple degrees, including a Doctor of Musical Arts from Boston University, and has shared his expertise as a faculty member at prestigious institutions like the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. Beyond his technical prowess, Jackson is a dedicated improviser who believes in the importance of creativity and exploration at the piano, a philosophy that shapes both his performances and his teaching. He is committed to sharing his joy for music and helping others discover a world of endless possibility at the keys.

Bring your favorite tune, your instrument, and open ears to CCM’s Monthly Jazz Jam, where faculty member Giuseppe Paradiso sets the stage for musical collaboration, exploration, and enjoyment, and provides a space where all jazz musicians will feel at home. This monthly gathering welcomes players of all levels&nbsp;to join the house rhythm section,&nbsp;request songs, and build new musical friendships. Walk in&nbsp;or&nbsp;sign up in advance to provide background such as your instrument and playing experience, as well as any song requests you have. Dates &amp; Times: Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm Oct 28, Nov 25, Dec 16, Jan 27, Feb 24, March 24, April 28, May 26 Location: Jam Suite at CCM 2 15 Junction Square Drive,&nbsp;Concord, two blocks from CCM. Suggested donation: $10 Ages 16 and up How to Join: <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclhqcBKniT7iMrSOF6jMFNMTqNpJlDifDryJLEPPFLWTxkjg/viewform?usp=preview">Sign up!</a>&nbsp; Please sign up in advance; walk-ins are welcome. For the most positive experience, we recommend knowing at least one jazz standard, blues, or funk tune, and having a basic level of improvisation.

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Concord Conservatory of Music Monthly Jazz Jam

Then & Now, A CCM Jazz Reunion

CCM Monthly Jazz Jam

Musical Storytelling with Schumann *Family Concert

Music & Transformation

CCM Monthly Jazz Jam