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Membership at Jazz at Lincoln Center
Become a member to enjoy the best of everything that Jazz at Lincoln Center has to offer! Your membership comes with exclusive benefits and supports Jazz at Lincoln Center’s mission of entertaining, educating, and expanding the global community for jazz.
Become a Friend of Jazz, with memberships starting at $100.
All members enjoy:
- Exclusive ticket discounts
- VIP pre-sale access
- Dizzy’s Club discounts, Mon - Wed
- Special event invitations
Join or renew today.
Elevate your experience by joining our Patrons Program or Chairman’s Circle, or Young Patron group, Rhythm Club , which represent our most vibrant communities of patrons dedicated to the music and our mission. You’ll enjoy premier access to one of the world’s top jazz performing arts organizations.
Membership FAQs
Jazz at Lincoln Center is dedicated to inspiring and growing audiences for jazz through special events for donors and members. Come join us and celebrate jazz!
Proceeds from our various events directly underwrite Jazz at Lincoln Center’s core performance, education, and advocacy initiatives, including concerts with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and educational programs that bring jazz into the lives of more than 115,000 young people and adults each year. These programs are made possible with the generous support of our donors.
What benefits come with a Jazz at Lincoln Center membership?
As a member, you receive exclusive VIP pre-sale access throughout the season, invitations to special events, discounts to Swing University and Blue Engine Records merchandise, and more! To view all membership benefits and categories, visit jazz.org/membership.
Are tickets included with my membership contribution?
No, your membership contribution does not include tickets. However, as a member you will be alerted when your VIP pre-sale access begins. Members also receive exclusive ticket discounts and invitations to special events not open to the public.
How is a membership different than a subscription?
Unlike a subscription, which allows you to book tickets to a series of performances, a membership does not involve prepaid packages or large upfront financial commitments. Membership is completely flexible and offers exclusive benefits reserved for members. Best of all, your membership supports Jazz at Lincoln Center’s mission to expand a global community for jazz through our education and artistic initiatives.
What is the difference between membership and a donation?
With your membership contribution, you’re supporting Jazz at Lincoln Center while also unlocking exclusive benefits all year long that bring you closer to the music. Part of each membership contribution is tax-deductible. To see the tax-deductible amount for each level, visit jazz.org/membership.
A donation is fully tax-deductible and does not include benefits. If you would like to make a tax-deductible gift to our annual fund, visit jazz.org/support.
Can I give membership as a gift?
Of course! Membership makes a great gift! You may purchase a gift membership for a friend or a family member online or over the phone, the same way you would purchase a membership for yourself.
When and why did the membership program change?
Our membership program is an important part of all that we do at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Members make it possible for us to share the spirit and experience of jazz with audiences, students, teachers, and listeners for generations to come.
On April 2, 2019, we made some changes to benefits, pricing, and categories of our membership program. These changes will help us better serve the needs of our members and of our organization and the wider global jazz community.
With these changes, we want to emphasize Jazz at Lincoln Center’s commitment to organizational sustainability and ensure that the tax-deductible portion of every membership gift goes toward supporting our artistic and education programming.
Will I get a new member or patron card?
If you joined or renewed before April 2, 2019, you may continue to use your current membership card until it expires. If your membership expires soon, we look forward to sending you a new card when you renew. Your expiration date and member ID number will not change and will be printed on your new membership card.
What is the membership refund policy?
Due to the nature of charitable contributions, membership gifts are non-refundable.
Still have a question about membership? Email us at membership@jazz.org or give us a call at 212-258-9973. We’re here to help!
Friends of Jazz - Starting from $100
Join today as a Friend of Jazz member and unlock exclusive benefits to make the most of your Jazz at Lincoln Center experience all year long.
Bass - $100 (non-deductible amount $15)
Individual Membership
- Invitation to Jazz at Lincoln Center’s (JALC) annual Member Appreciation Night
- VIP pre-sale access to JALC season tickets and special events, 24 hours in advance of the general public
- 50% discount on day-of-show tickets to JALC performances (limited to two tickets per performance)
- 15% discount on Swing University classes
- $10 off one cover for Dizzy's Club (Monday – Wednesday)
- Monthly member e-newsletter
- Complimentary coat check
Tenor - $250 (non-deductible amount $30)
Dual Membership
All of the above, plus:
- Invitation for two to open soundchecks with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) with Wynton Marsalis
- VIP pre-sale access to JALC season tickets and special events, 48 hours in advance of the general public
- $10 off two covers for Dizzy’s Club (Monday – Wednesday)
Alto - $500 (non-deductible amount $40)
All of the above, plus:
- Access for two to a Patrons Lounge
- Invitation for four to open soundchecks with the JLCO with Wynton Marsalis
- Priority seating at select pre-concert discussions
- One complimentary virtual Swing U course of your choice
- Waived ticket-exchange fees
All tickets subject to availability and arranged upon request.
Due to COVID health and saftey protocols, special opportunities may need to be rescheduled or substituted. We appreciate your flexibility.
Patrons Program - Starting from $1,000
In addition to all Friends of Jazz membership benefits, Patrons Program supporters enjoy concierge ticket service and behind-the-scenes access to bring you closer to the music.
Soloist - $1,000 (non-deductible amount $80)
All of the benefits of the Friends of Jazz (Alto Level), plus:
- Access to the Patrons Desk for concierge ticketing for JALC concerts and Dizzy’s Club
- Access to the Patron Desk for 50% discount on day-of-show tickets to JALC performances (limited to two tickets per performance)
- Access to the Patrons Lounge for select concerts
- Two complimentary covers to Dizzy’s Club
- Opportunity to purchase two-for-one tickets to Patrons Program Concert Night Out
- Opportunity to purchase two tickets to Jack Rudin Jazz Championship featuring college students and Essentially Ellington Competition & Festival
- VIP pre-sale access to JALC season tickets and special events, 72 hours in advance of the general pubic
- Recognition in Playbill
Duets - $2,500 (non-deductible amount $240)
All of the above, plus:
- Invitation to a special Chairman's Circle event
- Two complimentary tickets for Patrons Program Concert Night Out
- Four complimentary covers and drinks to Dizzy's Club
All tickets subject to availability and arranged upon request.
Due to COVID health and saftey protocols, special opportunities may need to be rescheduled or substituted. We appreciate your flexibility.
Chairman's Circle - Starting from $5,000
The Chairman’s Circle offers the ultimate member experience to our most generous supporters. In addition to all the benefits of the Patrons Program, including concierge ticket service and behind-the-scenes access, Chairman’s Circle members enjoy a curated calendar of events designed to deepen your relationship to the music and your extended Jazz at Lincoln Center family.
Cool Cats - $5,000 (non-deductible amount $388)
All of the benefits of the Patrons Program (Duets Level), plus:
- Invitation to annual private JLCO rehearsal and lunch
- Invitation to Dizzy’s Club Night Out
- Two complimentary tickets for Chairman’s Circle Concert Night Out
- Two complimentary tickets to Jack Rudin Jazz Championship featuring college students and Essentially Ellington Competition & Festival
- VIP pre-sale access to JALC season tickets and special events, one week in advance of the general public
- Advance notice of all concerts and special events, including invitation to the Annual Spring Gala
High Hats - $10,000 (non-deductible amount $488)
All of the above, plus:
- Invitation to an exclusive dinner at JALC featuring Wynton Marsalis and a special guest.
- Invitation to a private in-home reception with Wynton Marsalis
- Two complimentary tickets to a JALC season concert in The Appel Room
- Priority waitlist for sold-out JALC concerts
Band Leaders - $15,000 (non-deductible amount $826)
All of the above, plus:
- Invitation to Annual Board Holiday Party
- Four complimentary tickets to a JLCO season concert in The Appel Room
- Opportunity to book a JALC emerging artist for your private event (artist fees provided by JALC and goods and services will be applied if benefit is honored)
- Complimentary all-access virtual pass for one term at Swing U
- Blue Engine recording autographed by Wynton Marsalis or featured artist
Jazz Angels - $25,000 (non-deductible amount $926)
All of the above, plus:
- Recognition in Playbill for a JALC performance in Frederick P. Rose Hall and two complimentary tickets to a performance
- Invitation to a meet-and-greet with artists after JALC performances
- Invitation to a JALC artist hosted table at Dizzy’s Club
- Premier seating at Dizzy’s Club, including four covers
- Complimentary all-access virtual pass for one year at Swing University (goods and services will be applied if benefit is honored)
All tickets subject to availability and arranged upon request.
Due to COVID health and saftey protocols, special opportunities may need to be rescheduled or substituted. We appreciate your flexibility.