North East Florida Jazz Association
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2024 event schedule
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Happy Holidays!
One of the joys of the Holiday Season is the opportunity to say thank you, and to wish you the very best for the New Year. Your support has made it possible for us to present scholarships over the past 35 years to the talented and dedicated young musicians who have pursued careers dedicated to the perpetuation of Jazz. Our concerts have featured some of the same musicians who perform on the popular jazz cruises, at a much more affordable price at venues much closer to home.
On Saturday, Jan. 18th, we will be opening the 2025 season with our 4th annual “MEET THE BEAT” membership drive and social at the African American Cultural Society (AACS), located at 4422 N US Highway 1, from 2pm - 4pm. This informal social gathering is designed to attract new members and strengthen ties with our existing members. There will be live music, dancing, snacks and an opportunity to preview NEFJA’s calendar of events for 2025.
You can influence the growth of our organization by bringing a friend to this FREE event. Let us know if you plan to attend so we will know how many to expect by calling 386.445.1329
Best wishes for a safe and beautiful Holiday Season.
Muriel McCoy, President of NEFJAraph here.
The North East Florida Jazz Association (NEFJA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, established in January 1987 by President Emeritus, Eugene “Jeep” McCoy. Keeping the legacy of jazz alive has been NEFJA’s goal since it was established. NEFJA has been presenting live concerts at various venues throughout Northeast Florida, and presenting scholarships to talented Jazz studies students at Florida colleges, universities, and high schools. “Supporting young people who are studying Jazz is the best way to ensure that Jazz lives on”, states NEFJA President Muriel McCoy. To date, NEFJA has hosted over 100 concerts, and awarded 58 scholarships to recipients who have gone on to become professional musicians or music educators.
Keeping the Legacy of Jazz Alive through Scholarships and Concerts.
NEFJA hosts 4-5 concerts annually, in one of several venues in and around the Palm Coast area. Events are open to members and non-members. Funds raised are used to create scholarships for deserving college students pursuing degrees with a Major in Jazz Studies.
Event Date Featured Artist Location Cost
Membership Drive Jan 14, 2024 - PC Community Center FREE
Valentine's Dinner Feb 10, 2024 Melvin Smith Pine Lakes GC $70
JAM Concert Apr 7, 2024 Harper,Hendrix,Carn MOAS - Daytona $55 Concert & BBQ Jun 28, 2024 Melvin Smith PC Community Center $45
Concert Supper Sep 29,2024 Longineu Parsons MOAS - Daytona $80
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Photos above left to right: Ryan Little (UNF), Matias Quiceno (FAMU), Justin Archinihu (UNF), Evan Anderson (UNF).