top of page
Justin Kauflin presents 'Jazz Nights' free Concert Series at the Governor's School for the Arts, Norfolk, VA.  Photo by Gustav Morita.

"Besides loving teaching, he's very passionate about helping our local jazz scene realize its full potential"​​​ 

 

-JEROME LANGSTON, VEER

Jazz Nights at GSA

GSA Jazz Nights, organized & produced by Justin Kauflin, is a free concert series that brings exceptional jazz to the Hampton Roads community. Featuring local and international artists, it takes place at the Governor's School for the Arts in Norfolk blending artistry with education and providing an intimate musical experience for students and the community.

Keep the Music Free

GSA Jazz Nights operates entirely through the generosity of listeners like you. Every dollar goes directly toward compensating the musicians who make these evenings possible — ensuring the music stays free, and the artists are paid fairly for their craft.

No ticket revenue. No corporate sponsors. Just a community that believes great jazz should be accessible to everyone.

WHERE YOUR DONATION GOES

Musician fees                       90%

Production & sound                  5%

Promotion & outreach              5%

Donations also support the Sunday Meditations weekly live stream.

PAST SHOWS

Thomas Fonnesbaek & Justin Kauflin

Duo - Bass & Piano

Governor's School for the Arts

Music of Charles Mingus

Chris Brydge Quintet

ODU Choir Room

JK's Christmas Hang '25

w/Corey Fonville & Andrew Randazzo

Governor's School for the Arts

John Toomey/Justin Kauflin

Duo Pianos

ODU & GSA

Music of Coltrane & Davis

Billy Williams Quartet

Governor's School for the Arts

JK's Christmas Hang '24

w/Corey Fonville & Jimmy Masters

Governor's School for the Arts

Michael Hawkins & The Brotherhood

Live Jazz Performance

Governor's School for the Arts

Music of Billy Strayhorn

Pete Allison Quintet

Governor's School for the Arts

Jeff Smith Quartet

Live Jazz Performance

Governor's School for the Arts

Jae Sinnett Trio

Live Jazz Performance

The Roads Bistro

Music of Ahmad Jamal

Joe Bussey Quartet

Governor's School for the Arts

Jimmy Masters Trio

Live Jazz Performance

Stella's Roasters Cafe

Eddie Williams Quartet

Live Jazz Performance

Governor's School for the Arts

Liz & Brydge w/Alan Parker

Live Jazz Performance

Governor's School for the Arts

bottom of page