VJC Winter Performance

Two of the Valley Jazz Cooperative’s student ensembles share the stage for the VJC Winter Performance in Ravenscroft Hall. This matinee event is the opening VJC concert of the year, showcasing Cerulean Two (a combo) and Indigo (a big band) on the program. Both groups are led by VJC Founder Russell Schmidt. The concert will also include a guest appearance by a small group featuring VJC alumni and prominent area jazz educators.

The Valley Jazz Cooperative was founded in 2016 as an educational outreach of MSW Ministries. Instruction is focused on expanding the creativity of VJC members by developing improvisation skills and learning the unique language of jazz. The program is offered free of charge to eligible, committed, passionate music students (grades 8-12).

Lobby doors open at 2:00 p.m., and Ravenscroft Hall doors open at 2:40 p.m. (following a soundcheck by the students). No food or drink is permitted inside Ravenscroft Hall. Please note that parking is free and abundant on-site at Ravenscroft.Cost for this event is $10.00 (adults) & $5.00 (for students). Parking is free and abundant on-site at Ravenscroft. Get your tickets now and support these outstanding, creative young people at the VJC Winter Performance!