The Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra welcomes and shares its performance and creation of music - a universal language to all people irrespective of culture, race, sexuality, ability, language and gender.
Thank you for keeping Big Band Jazz alive
2025-2026 Subscriptions available now!
WJEC Summer Jazz Camp 2025
August 17-22 The WJEC Summer Jazz Camp is a week-long intensive program for students ages 12 to 18, who are eager to learn about the jazz genre and refine their skills as young jazz improvisers. Never improvised before? Not a problem! Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Thelonious Monk all had to start somewhere! The program offers learning opportunities for all levels of improvisers, whether it is your first time or if you are a seasoned soloist. The program focuses on immersing students in the tradition of Black American improvised music, meeting mentors, and making lifelong music friends. It is a safe space to try new things, take chances, and ask questions.
Series Estivale De Concerts Au CCFM |Summer Series At CCFM
Enjoy jazz on a Sunday summer evening at one of Winnipeg's most beautiful outdoor venues, Le Patio 340.
Tickets are $20 for adults; $10 for children 12 to 17 years and children 11 years and under are free.
Seating is available in single, double, triple or sextuple - 0r bring your own chairs.
Concerts start at 7:00 pm. Come any time after 6:00 pm.
Refreshments will be available for purchase.
Profitez d'un jazz estival au Patio 340, avec des musicians parmi les meilleurs du Manitoba dans l'un des plus beaux lieux rencontré en plein air.
Des rafraîchissement seront disponibles à la venté. Les billets coûtent 20$ pour les adultes, 10$ pour les enfants de 12 à 17 ans et les enfants 11 ans et moins sont gratuits.
Places assises en configuration simple, double, triple ou pour six personnes - ou apporter votre chaise de parterre préférée.
Le spectacle débute à 19 h 00. Les portes ouvrent à 18 h 00.
Tickets are $20 for adults; $10 for children 12 to 17 years and children 11 years and under are free.
Seating is available in single, double, triple or sextuple - 0r bring your own chairs.
Concerts start at 7:00 pm. Come any time after 6:00 pm.
Refreshments will be available for purchase.
Profitez d'un jazz estival au Patio 340, avec des musicians parmi les meilleurs du Manitoba dans l'un des plus beaux lieux rencontré en plein air.
Des rafraîchissement seront disponibles à la venté. Les billets coûtent 20$ pour les adultes, 10$ pour les enfants de 12 à 17 ans et les enfants 11 ans et moins sont gratuits.
Places assises en configuration simple, double, triple ou pour six personnes - ou apporter votre chaise de parterre préférée.
Le spectacle débute à 19 h 00. Les portes ouvrent à 18 h 00.
Kind Neighbours
with featured vocalist Karly Epp with leader Sean Irvine
Sunday, July 20th, 2025, 7:00 pm
Le Patio 340, CCFM (Centre Cultural Franco-Manitobain)
“Where Folk Meets Jazz”…
Led by composer and woodwind specialist Sean Irvine, Irvine has been a regular composer and arranger for the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra over the past several years.
Kind Neighbours seeks to blend the storytelling essence of the singer-songwriter tradition with the intricate nuances of jazz. With these brilliant lyrics sung by vocalist Karly Epp, the ensemble reimagines works by iconic artists Joni Mitchell, Lisa Hannigan, Adele, and others, offering a captivating and colorful evening of music for listeners from all walks of life.
Le Patio 340, CCFM (Centre Cultural Franco-Manitobain)
“Where Folk Meets Jazz”…
Led by composer and woodwind specialist Sean Irvine, Irvine has been a regular composer and arranger for the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra over the past several years.
Kind Neighbours seeks to blend the storytelling essence of the singer-songwriter tradition with the intricate nuances of jazz. With these brilliant lyrics sung by vocalist Karly Epp, the ensemble reimagines works by iconic artists Joni Mitchell, Lisa Hannigan, Adele, and others, offering a captivating and colorful evening of music for listeners from all walks of life.
Billie & Ella
with leader Monica Jones and vocalist Grace Hrabi
with leader Monica Jones and vocalist Grace Hrabi
Sunday, August 17th, 2025, 7:00 pm
Le Patio 340, CCFM (Centre Cultural Franco-Manitobain)
While often considered polar opposites, these two jazz vocalists were actually friends. Join us for an evening exploring the music and friendship of Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald, with long-time friends and collaborators Monica Jones and Grace Hrabi.
Le Patio 340, CCFM (Centre Cultural Franco-Manitobain)
While often considered polar opposites, these two jazz vocalists were actually friends. Join us for an evening exploring the music and friendship of Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald, with long-time friends and collaborators Monica Jones and Grace Hrabi.
Check out our latest album release
CONNECTIONS: East Meets West
available on all streaming platforms
CONNECTIONS: East Meets West
available on all streaming platforms
The Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra’s eighth album release features new works by Canadian composers Fred Stride and Jean-Nicolas Trottier. A key goal of the WJO is fostering connections between jazz performers and composers across Canada. Several years ago, the WJO approached Montreal-based Trottier to propose a collaborative commission. Without hesitation, he suggested Fred Stride, whom he had met in 2011 when Stride was presenting masterclasses at the University of Montreal. The collaboration resulted in the stunning nine-movement suite featured on this album. Fred and Jean-Nicolas are prolific jazz composers and we are thrilled to bring them together on this project.
Nominated for a Western Canadian Music Award!
The Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra Endowment Fund!
The Winnipeg Foundation logo - For Good. Forever.
The annual revenue we receive from the interest from this fund contributes to the WJO’s stability and sustainability. We receive matching funds from the Canada Cultural Investment Fund.
You can make your donation on The Winnipeg Foundation website by clicking on the GIVE icon and choosing the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra. This endowment, along with your regular donations and the support of funding bodies, will ensure continued music-making by the WJO.
Thank you to The Winnipeg Foundation and the Canadian Endowment Incentives fund for their support.
You can make your donation on The Winnipeg Foundation website by clicking on the GIVE icon and choosing the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra. This endowment, along with your regular donations and the support of funding bodies, will ensure continued music-making by the WJO.
Thank you to The Winnipeg Foundation and the Canadian Endowment Incentives fund for their support.
Education events:
Resources for Students and Teachers:
Register for the Winnipeg Jazz Education Collective Summer Jazz Camp now!
If you would like your band to beta-test our upcoming play-along app, please contact [email protected].
Play-along charts for students are available HERE.
Jazz Skills videos are available HERE. - More videos coming!
Register for the Winnipeg Jazz Education Collective Summer Jazz Camp now!
If you would like your band to beta-test our upcoming play-along app, please contact [email protected].
Play-along charts for students are available HERE.
Jazz Skills videos are available HERE. - More videos coming!
Thank you to the Manitoba government for a grant to increase our inclusivity and diversity
and a grant to assist our move to electronic, paper-less music.
- Any event may be altered or cancelled without notice.
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- Masks are welcomed at events, but not required. We thank everyone for being considerate of their neighbour and not attending if they are not feeling well. Our primary concern is your safety and the safety of our musicians, volunteers and staff.
- We may take pictures and videos at any event. By attending you give permission for your image to be used in marketing or promotional materials.
- Masks are welcomed at events, but not required. We thank everyone for being considerate of their neighbour and not attending if they are not feeling well. Our primary concern is your safety and the safety of our musicians, volunteers and staff.
