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Make live jazz thrive this EOFY.

Something we hear time and time again from our audiences, artists and supporters is the unique, connecting power of live music. It sparks connection between strangers, gives artists space to take risks, and creates moments that can’t be replayed or replicated. It’s how we discover new sounds, new voices and new ways of seeing the world.

At the Melbourne International Jazz Festival, this is at the heart of everything we do. Each year, we bring artists and audiences together for a ten day celebration of global music that is bold, adventurous and entirely human — made possible by the generosity of our supporters.

This End of Financial Year, we’re inviting our community to help us make these moments possible.

Every gift, big or small, makes a meaningful difference. Make a tax-deductible donation before 30 June to help keep live jazz alive.

Where will my money go?

Artistic Excellence

Help us bring the biggest names in jazz to Australia – from modern masters like Hiromi to legends in the making like Melanie Charles. With international icons performing alongside Australia’s best musicians, Jazz Fest puts artistic excellence at the forefront.

Commissioning New Work

Enable Australian artists to create ground-breaking new music and develop collaborations with musicians from all around the world.

Sector & Artist Development

Foster a more sustainable and equitable sector by supporting our artist development and education programs, and help us provide significant international export opportunities for Australian jazz musicians.

Community Programs

Help us keep over a third of our annual program completely free, reducing financial barriers for audiences and ensuring as many people as possible can experience world-class jazz and live music.

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