Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz has been sharing the joy of live jazz since our founding in 1980.
We believe that the spontaneity of jazz makes this music best experienced live - and that the energy of a great performance makes this music simply irresistible.
Check out our events page to see what we have coming up!
Our commitment to jazz education is fueled by the belief that learning jazz improvisation is beneficial for all students, whether or not they intend to pursue a career in music.
The key tenets of jazz improvisation - uninhibited self-expression, negotiation of ideas within a group, and spontaneous problem-solving - are applicable to life outside jazz. Our educational programs include the Central Pennsylvania Jazz Camp, the Friends of Jazz Youth Band, and the Ron Waters Scholarship.
Leadership
Board of Directors
Ted Reese, president
Dave Wagner, vice president
Mark Swartzbaugh, secretary
Rita Hicks, treasurer
Tim Warfield, Jr., artistic director
Mark Hunsberger
Trent Hargrove
Justin Bowden
Dr. Paul Haidet
Staff
Sheila Ross, office manager
Education
Dr. William Stowman, jazz camp director
Donors
Learn more about the individual and corporate donors who support the Friends of Jazz.
Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our EIN/Tax ID # is 23-2137529.
The official registration and financial information of Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.