National Jazz Academy:
education, research, and production
Since 1977, SJU has represented a landmark for the education, research, and promotion of jazz music.
Located in the Medici fortress in Siena, it is the only non-state institution authorized by the Italian Ministry of Education (MIUR) to issue degrees in Higher Artistic and Musical Education.
Research and Production
Siena Jazz is actively involved in research and production projects at the national, European, and international levels, with the goal of promoting and spreading jazz culture worldwide.
Through collaborations with institutions, artists, and research centers, the association develops initiatives focused on professional development, educational training, and the enhancement of live performance. These projects serve as a creative and experimental laboratory where tradition and innovation meet, contributing to the growth of the contemporary jazz scene.
News
Calls, Rankings and Notices
Events
21
Jul 2026
Frost Big Band, Miami University, conducted by John Daversa
Conservatorio Rinaldo Franci, Siena
22
Jul 2026
Jazz Composer Ensemble: Final concert of composition and arrangement workshop directed by Roberto Spadoni
Conservatorio Rinaldo Franci, Siena
23
Jul 2026
Miles Davis Songbook // “Tranescape” – A Tribute to John Coltrane
Piazza del Campo, Siena
26
Jul 2026
“Waiting for the Seminar” Stefano Tamborrino + New Naif Orchestra.
Piazza Provenzano, Siena
27
Jul 2026
Opening concert of the 56th edition of the Siena Jazz International Seminars
Piazza Provenzano
28
Jul 2026
Siena Jazz Masters
Piazza Jacopo della Quercia
29
Jul 2026
Siena Jazz Masters
Piazza Jacopo della Quercia
30
Jul 2026
Jam Session
Contrada della Lupa, Fonti di Ovile, Siena
31
Jul 2026
Final Concerts of Ensemble Classes
Contrada della Lupa, Fonti di Ovile
01
Aug 2026
Final Concerts of Ensemble Classes
Contrada della Lupa, Fonti di Ovile, Siena
02
Aug 2026
“Chigiana Meets Siena Jazz”
Chiesa Sant'Agostino
03
Aug 2026
Siena Jazz Masters
Piazza Jacopo della Quercia
04
Aug 2026
Siena Jazz Masters
Piazza Jacopo della Quercia
05
Aug 2026
Final Concerts of Ensemble Classes
Contrada della Tartuca, Orti dei Tolomei, Siena
05
Aug 2026
Siena Jazz Masters
Bastione San Domenico, Siena
06
Aug 2026
Final Concert of Ensemble Classes
Contrada della Tartuca, Orto dei Tolomei, Siena
