Origins Jazz Series was founded to fulfill the role that jazz clubs play in many American cities. We’re a hub for audiences and performers to come together and celebrate the art, culture, and community of jazz.
We’re dedicated to high quality performances in compelling venues, jazz literacy, and uniting our community through music.
Origins Jazz Series is made possible through the generous support of our members, The Manchester, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Kentucky, and VisitLex.
Support Origins by becoming a member or making a donation
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Members pay monthly and get reduced price or free access to all of our shows throughout the year and special access to events. Donations help us pay for operations. Both give us the stability to present high-profile national artists. If you want to make a sizable donation to Origins ($100+), consider giving to our Charitable Foundation to maximize your tax benefits.
Who has played Origins?
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National Artists
JD Allen | Alyssa Algood | Lakecia Benjamin | Zach Brock | The Bad Plus | Rob Clearfield | Jeff Coffin | Joshua Espinoza | Orrin Evans | Kneebody | Dave King | Noah Garabedian | Ari Hoenig | Marquis Hill & Joel Ross | Julian Lage | Adam Larson | Axel Laugart | Makaya McCraven | Shawn Maxwell | Christian McBride | Ben Monder | Chris Potter | Noah Preminger | Gregory Tardy | Isaiah Thompson | Brandee Younger
Artists in & around Kentucky
Steve Allee | Charlie Ballentine | Rahsaan Barber Quartet | Kemba Cofield | Brandon Coleman | Angie Coyle | Raleigh Dailey | Kirby Davis | Bobby Floyd | Brooks Giles | Keigo Hirakawa | Jessie Laine Powell | Brad Kerns | Stephen Lynerd Group | Kelle Jolly | Ron Jones | Keith McCutchen | Marlon McKay | Miles Osland | Meghan Pund | Dick Sisto | Spherical Agenda | Jarrod Thompson & Premium Blend Ross Whitaker | Gail Wynters | Amanda Gardier