Welcome to CPFJ.org

Welcome To The Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz

Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz is dedicated to preserving, promoting and presenting JAZZ, America's original art form.

Formed in 1980, CPFJ is a non-profit, all-volunteer, membership organization serving a diverse community of jazz lovers in south central Pennsylvania.

We produce seven monthly concerts, an annual festival, an annual picnic and a jazz camp for youth.

CPFJ is a member of Friends of Midtown is a Pennsylvania a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the ongoing economic and cultural development of Midtown Harrisburg.

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***Upcoming Concerts and News...***
May 20 Warren Wolf Quartet at 6pm Mechanicsburg H.S. Jazz Band at 5pm This concert to be held at: The Rose Lerhman Arts Center, One HACC Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17111. A powerful young vibraphonist that is carrying on the traditions of jazz greats. Read more...
May 14 CPFJ Jazz Jam Session This jam session to be held 6-9pm at: The M.J.'s Coffeehouse and The Allen Theater 26 E. Main St., Annville, PA 17003 (717) 867-4766. All aspiring jazz musicians are welcome to "sit in". $5 cover charge.(Performing musicians get in free).
May 24 CPFJ Jazz Jam Session Featuring The the Steve Rudolph Trio This jam session to be held 6-9pm at: The Hilton Harrisburg's Patio, One North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101 717-233-6000 ext. 7113. All aspiring jazz musicians are welcome to "sit in". $5 cover charge.(Performing musicians get in free).
June 13, 14 and 15 11th Annual CPFJ Jazz Camp at Messiah College, Grantham, PA This year's instructors include Cyrus Chestnut, Kirk Reese, Jonathan Ragonese, Steve Meashy and Jeff Stabley. Read more... Download the 2012 Jazz Camp Brochure
June 15, 16 and 17 Jazz Fest 2012 June 15, 16 and 17 Taking place at the Ware Center and Downtown Lancaster sites Read more about this year's schedule and performers...