Growing the Scene Since 1978
Since its 1978 inception, Central Illinois Jazz Society (CIJS) has provided countless opportunities for jazz musicians to perform and for fans to enjoy their favorite music. Photo by Mouve Film
Membership
CIJS members help support our live jazz programs and the local music scene; they are essential to our mission. Photo by Natalie Jackson
Presenting the Finest in Local Jazz Since 1978
Central Illinois Jazz Society was born in the late 1970s when over 200 people gathered for an outdoor jazz concert in a backyard in Peoria. The experience was so well-received that three organizers formed the Central Illinois Jazz Society (CIJS) to keep the performances going.
The Charter for the CIJS was composed in September 1978 and the first concert officially presented by CIJS took place on December 1, 1978, at Illinois Central College.
Ever since, CIJS has been sponsoring monthly concerts, summer concert series, jazz festivals and more in the Central Illinois area with the goal of promoting and supporting our region's incredibly talented jazz musicians.
Photo by Natalie Jackson
Our concerts are always open to the public, and membership is open to all who love jazz.
CIJS welcomes and appreciates any support you would like to provide to help further our mission with your time, resources or input. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, contributions to CIJS are tax-deductible.
Concert sponsorship is also possible via our Events page.
Thanks for your support!
Photo by Mouve Film
Interested in details regarding membership, sponsorship or performing at an event? Get in touch below.
Photo by Mouve Film
Photo by Natalie Jackson