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Jazz Association (Singapore)

Nurturing jazz. Connecting generations. Building community.

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Our Mission

Lifting the singapore jazz scene to new heights

Support jazz education and mentorship

Nurturing professional jazz excellence

Foster cross-generational and cross-cultural exchange

developing singapore into a leading city of jazz

Who We Are

The heartbeat behind Singapore’s jazz ecosystem

Jazz Association (Singapore) was founded on 26 September 2016 to promote the participation, engagement, and excellence of jazz in Singapore. As Singapore's first charity dedicated to developing jazz education, excellence and outreach in Singapore, and promoting Singapore jazz globally, we aim to expand the jazz arts community, advance education through scholarships, bring jazz to the wider communities and cultivate new audiences in Singapore through outreach activities in Singapore and globally. Since 2020, we added a new pillar in our mission to support local jazz musicians impacted by crisis with short-term financial aid.

Join us in celebrating our 10th Anniversary in 2026 as we strive towards our vision — to be a centre of Excellence in Jazz in Singapore, to bring the Joy of Jazz to people from all walks of life and across diverse communities, and to make Singapore a leading global City of Jazz. 

Visit our website: www.jazzassociation.sg 

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Get Involved

Be part of the jazz community

Whether you’re a musician, student, educator, or listener, there are many ways to engage with JASS:

  • Attend our concerts and festivals

  • Participate in workshops and talks

  • Support our programmes and initiatives

  • Follow and share our work

Jazz grows when people show up.

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Lion City Jazz Festival

Our flagship initiative

The Lion City Jazz Festival is JASS’s flagship programme — and a cornerstone of its mission. What began as a youth-focused initiative has grown into Singapore’s only dedicated jazz festival, combining:

  • International mentorship

  • Local talent development

  • Public concerts and outreach

  • Cross-cultural musical dialogue

Each edition reflects JASS’s belief that jazz education and performance are inseparable.

Why Jazz Matters

More than music

Jazz teaches listening, collaboration, adaptability, and expression — values that extend far beyond the stage. Through jazz, JASS seeks to:

  • Encourage creative thinking

  • Build confidence and communication

  • Foster respect across cultures and generations

These values guide every programme we produce.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Jazz Association of Singapore, also known as JASS, is a registered charity in Singapore dedicated to promoting participation, engagement and excellence in jazz — locally and internationally. It supports jazz musicians, education, performance opportunities and audience development.

  • ASS’s core activities include:

    • Supporting jazz education through workshops, orchestra programmes and scholarships.

    • Producing performance platforms such as the Lion City Jazz Festival and community concerts.

    • Nurturing jazz talent through orchestras including JASSO (main orchestra) and JASSYO! (youth orchestra).

    • Outreach activities that build audiences and connect jazz with broader communities.

  • Yes. JASS is a charity registered in Singapore and holds Institution of Public Character (IPC) status, meaning donations may be eligible for tax deductions under IRAS guidelines.

  • Yes — JASS manages:

    • JASSO (Jazz Association Singapore Orchestra): A professional-level ensemble featuring some of Singapore’s best jazz musicians.

    • JASSYO! (Jazz Association Singapore Youth Orchestra): A youth-focused jazz orchestra encouraging young players’ growth and performance experience.

  • Yes. Donations made to JASS are tax-deductible in accordance with IRAS guidelines, as JASS is an IPC-approved organisation.

  • ligible donations to IPCs in Singapore currently qualify for 250% tax deduction.
    For example, a donation of S$100 may qualify for S$250 in tax deductions, subject to prevailing regulations.

  • Donations support JASS’s core initiatives, including:

    • Jazz education and youth development

    • Scholarships and mentorship programmes

    • Community outreach and public performances

    • Artist support and festival programming

    Every contribution helps sustain jazz education and performance in Singa