Supporting the Greater Philadelphia Jazz & Blues Community with Love
Jazz Bridge assists Jazz and Blues musicians living in the Greater Philadelphia Metro area who face financial, health, housing and similar crises.
A registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, Jazz Bridge also supports musicians by providing paid performance opportunities through our live neighborhood concerts and special event presentations. A community favorite for 20 years, our concerts celebrate the Philadelphia Jazz & Blues tradition and build cultural awareness throughout the region.
Harmonizing Art and Life!
Watch a Featured Video
The Brian Betz Quartet featuring Behn Gillece on the vibes. November 3, 2022 Collingswood Senior Community Center: Brian Betz Guitar, Behn Gillece Vibraphone, Steve Varner Bass and Dan Monaghan Drums.
In the Spotlight
Guitarist Brian Betz
Brian Betz is a guitarist, composer, and educator that resides in the Philadelphia Metro Area performing throughout the United States with a vast array of musical artists. Brian currently has 6 CD releases available on the Dreambox Media Label: Up and Running(2001), Without A Doubt(2003), Dichotomy (2005), Muted Bebop(2006), The Denis DiBlasio/Brian Betz Project(2007), The Denis DiBlasio/Brian Betz Project-Flute Guitar(2010).
Pianist Orrin Evans, Jazz Bridge Make a Difference Honoree
Get to Know Jazz Bridge
Concerts
Hosted by local jazz musicians and aficionados, our concerts include a unique opportunity for audiences to interact with performers. Find an upcoming performance here.
Photo By: Janet Parrish
Services
Jazz Bridge has confidentially helped more than 300 local jazz and blues musicians and singers with varied needs. Learn how we can help you by clicking here.
Volunteer
There are always individual and group volunteer opportunities with Jazz Bridge. Click here to learn more and make a difference in the life of a musician!
Photo courtesy of Tess & Frank Gerould.