JazzComposersPresent

A new free online creative program from JazzComposersPresent!

Back in March 2026, I had the pleasure of joining Ed Smith on The Future of Jazz Podcast for a conversation about my musical journey, composing, conducting, the vision behind the Strathmore Jazz Orchestra, and JazzComposersPresent. Thank you to Ed for the invitation and the thoughtful conversation! Listen here: • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Composer Spotlight on Sunday, January 18th at 1:00pm Eastern featuring composer and conductor Daniel Jamieson, hosted by Erica Seguine. Daniel will be presenting "Creating Moments: Arranging The Music Of Freddie Hubbard," featuring his recent project with Ingrid Jensen and the DR Big Band, and taking questions live. Have a question for Daniel Jamieson (Danjam Orchestra, Strathmore Jazz Orchestra, Danish Radio Big Band, Metropole Or

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our next livestream Listening Session on Sunday, October 12th at 1:00pm Eastern featuring Daniel Jamieson (Danjam Orchestra, Metropole Orkest, WDR Big Band, Danish Radio Big Band), in conversation with Chelsea McBride. Daniel will be sharing and discussing recordings that have inspired and intrigued him throughout his career as a composer and conductor. A live Q&A will conclude the event. Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Se

“Writing hooks is how you put your personal creative stamp on the arrangement and draw the listener in." Using his arrangement of Freddie Hubbard’s “Red Clay,” featuring Ingrid Jensen and the DR Big Band , composer and conductor Daniel Jamieson discusses Engaging Hooks Elevating Your Arrangements in today’s mini-lesson. Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive.

🎟TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!🎟 Celebrating Jim McNeely – Career Retrospective Join us for a special concert honoring one of jazz’s most influential composers. Celebrating Jim McNeely, a retrospective concert, pays tribute to Jim’s singular body of work, featuring performances of some of the most iconic compositions from across his career, performed by an 18-piece jazz orchestra stacked with key McNeely associates. 📅 Wednesday, September 10, 2025 – 7:00 PM EDT 📍 The DiMenna Cent