• Sullivan Fortner Trio

    September 22 & 23*, 2019

    *Boise State University Jazz Residency Events

  • Emmet Cohen Trio plus
    Houston Persons

    November 3-4*, 2019

    *Boise State University Jazz Residency Events

  • Luciana Souza Duo with
    Romero Lubambo

    December 8-9*, 2019

    *Boise State University Jazz Residency Events

  • James Morrison Quartet

    January 26, 27* 2020

    *Boise State University Jazz Residency Events

  • Peter Erskine Quartet with
    George Garzone

    March 8-9*, 2020

    *Boise State University Jazz Residency Events

  • Allison Miller's Boom Tic Boom Sextet

    May 3-4*, 2020

    *Boise State University Jazz Residency Events

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2020-21 Season

                The Boise Jazz Society is a Boise, Idaho ~ Boise State University community-engagement partnership, supporting jazz performance, jazz education, and the promotion of jazz as a living American art form.

The Boise Jazz Society has postponed the three, 2020 fall,

season concerts until June, July, & August of 2021 with

dates to be announced.  At present, the BJS is making plans

to open its 2020-21 season with Wynton Marsalis and the

Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra on Thursday, February 11, 2021

in Boise's CenturyLink Arena.  Additional space will be

available for social distancing enabling school music students

and the general public to attend the concert.

Please check the website for updates.

Announcing the Boise Jazz Society 2020-21 Season

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Adjustments to the above artists and dates are in progress.

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2020-21 Boise Jazz Society new membership purchase
has been delayed until June 30, 2020.

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The Boise Jazz Society presents

Allison Miller and Boom Tic Boom

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May 3 & 4, 2020 concerts and educational events were postponed
until April 1, 2021, and will be presented during the
Gene Harris Jazz Festival at the Egyptian Theater. 
All current and new BJS members will be admitted to the concert FREE.

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Contribute

Help Support the Great American Art Form of Jazz in Boise-Year Round!

Take advantage of the Idaho Education Tax Credit!

Donations to the Boise Jazz Society are through Boise State University and qualify for an Idaho Educational Tax Credit — a reduction in the actual tax you owe.  If you itemize your taxes, a donation to any of our education campaigns below may create income tax deductions on both your state and federal returns, plus a 50% Idaho income tax credit.

Your tax benefit is dependent on your personal income level and filing status.  Please contact your tax consultant for additional information.

The Boise Jazz Society greatly appreciates all private support toward sustaining and enhancing our mission of jazz artistry and education throughout Idaho. Your donation will be designated in support of the Boise Jazz Society, helping sustain the annual subscription series of concerts, Boise Community Jazz Symposia, Jazz Extra Concerts, and jazz artist residencies dedicated to jazz education clinics, workshops, and special student concerts. All contributions are held in the Boise State University Department of Music Boise Jazz Society account and are tax deductible as allowed by federal and state law.  All contributors received priority seating request for the upcoming season.

Contribute today, choose at one of the "jazzy" levels below:

  • The Big Band $1000-$2499
  • Beboppers $500–$999
  • Swingers $250–$499
  • Mainstreamers $100–$249
  • Hipsters $50–$99

All Contributions Support the Jazz Artistry and Jazz Education!

Make your check and mail to:

The Boise Jazz Society
Boise State University
Department of Music
1910 University Drive
Boise, Idaho 83725-1560

FROM JAZZ LOVERS EVERYWHERE, WE THANK YOU!

For more information please contact:
Mike Samball, Director
Boise Jazz Society @ Boise State University
Department of Music
1910 University Drive
Boise, Idaho 83725-1560
msamball@boisestate.edu
(208) 426-3498

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To learn more about the definitive story of Leo's life and his art,
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2019-20 Artists

Sullivan Fortner Trio

Changing Keys

In a Sentamental Mood

Just in Time


Emmet Cohen Trio

Teo

Round Midnight

Jitterbug Waltz

Luciana Souza Duo

Amanha

Doce de Coco

Baiao Medley


James Morrison Quartet

The Way You Look Tonight

A Time for Love

It Don't Mean a Thing


Peter Erskine Quartet

 Have You Met Miss Jones

Tuti Italiani

I Hear a Rhapsody

Allison Miller's Boom Tick Boom Sextet

Fuster

Otis Was a Polar Bear

Welcome Hotel

 

Season Sponsors

Ann and Scott Tuthill

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Concert Sponsors

Ann and Scott Tuthill
Dara and Joe Longobardi

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In Memory: Patti and Les Smith
The Catherine and James Deblasio Family
The Barry B. Staum Boise Jazz Society Endowment

Corporate Support

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Contact Info

Mike Samball, Executive Director
msamball@boisestate.edu
Boise State Dept of Music web page:
http://music.boisestate.edu/
Phone: 208 426-3498

About Our Organization

Mission Statement:
The Boise Jazz Society is a Boise, Idaho—Boise State University community-engagement partnership, in support of jazz performance, jazz education, and the promotion of jazz as a living, American art form.

The Boise Jazz Society Goals:
• raising awareness of jazz as an American art form
• promoting live jazz performance in Boise
• presenting a world-class jazz concerts in an authentic, jazz-club environment
• enhancing educational opportunities through a series of jazz lectures, workshops, and residencies
• disseminating information on activities and developments in the world of jazz today

Tax-Deductible Private and Corporate Contributions to Support the Boise Jazz Society's Mission and Goals are greatly appreciated.

The Boise Jazz Society Advisory Board

President, Kerry Lindorfer
Secretary, John Barnet
Treasurer, Mark Pearson
Board Succession Chair, Mark Fisher
Production Chair, Kerry Lindorfer
Concert House Manager, Sally Oberlindacher
Boise State University Liaison: Derek Ganong
Boise State University Relations Chair, Marshall Garrett
Executive Director, Mike Samball

At Large Board Members:
Tony Baca
Jimmy Guyton
Sandon Mayhew
Chuck Smith
Linda Staum

Mailing Address

Mike Samball
Boise Jazz Society
Boise State Dept. of Music
1910 University Drive
Boise, Idaho 83725

Season at a Glance

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