KEEPING MUSIC IN THE SCHOOLS
Founded as a non-profit in 1999, Friends of Jazz’s main purpose is to keep music in the schools. FOJ’s mission is to assure the continued growth and development of jazz performance, appreciation and education. The motto “Keeping Music In The Schools” continues to be their guiding force.
Musical education, experience and expression have the unique ability to stimulate young minds. Encouraging the enjoyment of jazz, truly an American art form, is a paramount and the standard reason for the variety of programs supported by Friends of Jazz.
Partnering with local businesses, school districts and universities has provided Friends of Jazz with a community to work together toward common goals. Programs such as the High School Showcase, fourth grade recorder program and college scholarship awards are all ways that FOJ has made an impact on young musicians throughout the county.
Funding is generated from the support of individuals, other organizations and businesses through grants and a variety of special events held throughout the year, including the annual Mardi Gras ball held every spring.
Now in our third decade of helping young musicians in Orange County, we are proud of our achievements that have touched the lives of well over 700,000 musicians and look forward to keeping music alive in the hearts and minds of so many others.
Friends of Jazz Mardi Gras 2022
The good times rolled!
At this year’s Mardi Gras Ball, held on March 27 at the Fullerton Elks Lodge, about 110 guests had plenty to celebrate, and they really let their hair down…
News
College jazz bands play live at The Muck’s Spring Festival 2021
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS AND PERFORMANCES CARRY THE DAY FOJ's first major event since last spring put the spotlight on the two local colleges whose students provided continuous live jazz for The Muck's 2021 Arts and Music Festival. Sunday, May 2--That's the day when...
Upcoming Events
Upcoming events for 2022:
High School Jazz Band Program, Saturdays, 1pm, April 16-May 21, 2022, Main Street Bar & Grill, Yorba Linda, CA FREE
Beach Party, June 5, 2022
Members Party, Sept. 18, 2022
In the planning stages:
Elementary School Recorder Program Fall 2022
Fall Party TBD

