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Sound, stage & company

The live experience

What reaches the room

New Art Jazztet (NAJ) has been a cornerstone of Midwest jazz since its founding in 1984 by faculty from the SIU School of Music. Known for its engaging performances, educational outreach, and commitment to jazz education, NAJ maintains a strong residence at Southern Illinois University and a dynamic touring footprint across Illinois and the Midwest. This page highlights their rich history, noteworthy discography, and upcoming performances for 2025.

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Documented collaborators

Whether you’re a longtime follower or discovering NAJ for the first time, secure your seats for their 2025 events, including Jazz Vespers in Carbondale and a Murphysboro club date. For fans and educators alike, NAJ’s concerts often include clinics and outreach that align with the ensemble’s educational mission. Connect with NAJ on social media for the latest updates: Facebook.

The essentials

Quick Facts About New Art Jazztet

  • Official name commonly used: New Arts Jazztet (NAJ); some sources refer to it as The New Arts Jazztet.
  • NAJ was formed in 1984 by SIU School of Music faculty and has been in residence at SIU since, with a long-running Midwest performance footprint and outreach (concerts, clinics, festivals).
  • Notable 2010 achievement: NAJ was invited to perform at the Jazz Education Network Conference in St. Louis.
  • Major 2025 milestone: Phil Brown’s album Rule of Three (featuring NAJ) released April 2025; NAJ live release show May 9, 2025 in Murphysboro, IL.
  • 2025 performances include Jazz Vespers dates in Carbondale (April 13, May 11, 2025) and a Murphysboro club date (May 9, 2025).
  • Discography highlights (most recent first): Rule of Three (2025); Arkadia (2014); Bright Side (2009); Darkness Into Light (2006).

The records

New Art Jazztet Discography

  • Rule of Three
    2025 · A Caldera Productions
  • Arkadia
    2014 · A Caldera Productions
  • Bright Side
    2009 · A Caldera Productions
  • Darkness Into Light
    2006 · A Caldera Productions

The hits

Top New Art Jazztet Songs

  • Rule of Three (album track)
    2025 · N/A
  • Bright Side (album track)
    2009 · N/A
  • Darkness Into Light (album track)
    2006 · N/A

Whether you’re a longtime follower or discovering NAJ for the first time, secure your seats for their 2025 events, including Jazz Vespers in Carbondale and a Murphysboro club date. For fans and educators alike, NAJ’s concerts often include clinics and outreach that align with the ensemble’s educational mission. Connect with NAJ on social media for the latest updates: Facebook.

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