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2026 Conference: Five Sessions for Jazz Musicians & Professionals
Sessions during CMA's 2026 Conference to help jazz professionals level up.
2026 Conference: Five Sessions for Emerging Artists
Take the next step in your artistic career with sessions for emerging artists and early career professionals.
A Conversation with Jennie Oh Brown
On juggling multiple roles, CMA’s 2026 Conference, and her home city of Chicago.
Meet the Grantees: Emilio Solla
We spoke to pianist and composer Emilio Solla about the upcoming album, his influences, and making "handmade" music.
Unveiling the 2026 Conference Program
CMA's 2026 Conference features more than 45 sessions and performances and more than 70 distinguished participants
Now Playing Winter 2026
Selected New Releases from CMA Members.
Findings from the 2025 Jazz Think Tank
A report from CMA's gathering of jazz professionals and industry leaders in December 2025.
CMA Launches New Program to Build Ensemble Longevity and Viability
A new program will fund to 10 jazz ensembles and provide enrollment in a new 10-week professional-development curriculum.
New Thea Musgrave Award
Composer Thea Musgrave makes a landmark gift to launch a new fund, expanding opportunities for the performance of her work
2026 Fall Grant Recipients
Four fall-cycle grant programs support more than 260 musicians across 12 US states and Washington, DC.