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Formed in 1972, the Society works to support and promote jazz & blues. Activities include concerts and a weekly e-newsletter. The TJBS is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation, supported by member dues, admission fees, and grants. Learn More
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From the Calendar
| Wed Feb 22 @ 7:00PM - NJW Presents the Duffy Jackson Big Band |
| Thu Feb 23 @ 7:00PM - 10:00PM Beegie Adair Trio at F. Scott's |
| Fri Feb 24 @ 8:00PM - 10:30PM NJW's Snap on 2 & 4 Presents: Trumpet Summit |
| Sat Feb 25 @ 4:00PM - 05:00PM NJW Presents: Jazz at Parnassus |
| Sat Feb 25 @ 9:15PM - 11:00PM Rose On Vibes Quintet at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel "Drink" lounge |
| Sun Feb 26 @ 6:00PM - 11:00PM Nashville Blues Festival at Municipal |
| Sun Feb 26 @ 7:00PM - 11:00PM Dallas Starke Quartet |
| Mon Feb 27 @12:00PM - Nick Nixon at Edgehill Branch Library |
| Mon Feb 27 @ 5:30PM - 07:00PM Nashville Jazz Orchestra at the Commodore |
| Tue Feb 28 @ 7:00PM - 11:00PM Open Blues Jam at Cragnacker's |