Jazz education pioneer and SJW founder Jim Nadel leads an ensemble of veteran Bay Area jazz artists in an entertaining concert, enhanced with commentary and conversation. This event will take the audience through a musical survey of jazz styles from Swing to Modern Jazz. Nadel and his friends share insights into how jazz is created, the roles of specific instruments, and offer insights that help listeners hear the music from the musicians' point of view. Whether you want to hear your well-loved jazz recordings with a deeper appreciation, or get a general introduction to jazz styles, this is a perfect event.