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It’s Our 10th Anniversary!  Join Jazz Matters in celebrating a decade of promoting jazz. As part of our celebration, our ICON Jazz Series will showcase the incredible music of the legendary guitarist George Benson, Sunday, May 17th @ 4p.

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Promoting the Art of Jazz by preserving a musical culture, tradition, art form ... keeping jazz alive!

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WHO WE ARE

Jazz Matters Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to recognizing the cultural and artistic significance of jazz music. Jazz, which is widely regarded as the only truly original American art form, was pioneered by African Americans and has become a national treasure. At Jazz Matters, we firmly believe in the importance of jazz music and our goal is to celebrate and promote it through our work. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we aim to support the continued growth and preservation of this invaluable art form.

Upcoming Jazz Matters Events!

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It’s Our 10th Anniversary!

Join Jazz Matters in celebrating a decade of promoting jazz. As part of our celebration, our ICON Jazz Series will showcase the incredible music of the legendary guitarist George Benson, featuring vocalist, Terry Dukes and guitarist, Rick Williamson.  

George Benson is a celebrated American jazz guitarist, singer, and songwriter, known for his distinctive fusion of jazz, pop, and R&B.

  • Date:  Sunday, May 17, 2026
  • TIME:  4p - 6p
  • WHERE:   Plywood Place, 933 Lee St. SW Suite B-1, Atlanta, GA 30310. (Located in Atlanta’s Historic West End at the Lee + White complex on the West End Beltline).

 

Major funding for this organization is provided by the Atlanta’s Mayors of Culture Affairs and Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

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Jazz Around Town

Edwin Williams, the ultimate bassist, at The Frozen Smoke - it's gonna be a night of smooth jazz, good food and good vibes!

Every 4th Wednesday of Each Month - Frozen Smoke Restaurant

Frozen Smoke Restuarant, 118 M.L.K. Senior Heritage Trail, Stockbridge, GA 3028.

Reservation not required, but highly recommended. For reservations, please call 470-507-0181.

Thank You Gwinnett Creativity Fund!

Our heartfelt thanks to the Gwinnett Creativity Funds for your generous support of our 2026 Jazz, Blues & BBQ summer concert, set to take place at the City of Suwanee Town Center on May 30, 2026.

Yes Jazz Matters Podcast

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Just two Brotha's, a renown bassist Edwin Williams and passionate Jazz cultural enthusiast, actor and internet radio Air Personality Von Coulter, delving into the legacy of America’s original art form—jazz.

The Yes Jazz Matters podcast strives to deliver historically rich interviews that offer a window into the captivating world of jazz, with particular emphasis on the contributions of Atlanta's metro jazz artists.

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