New Leadership at the American Jazz Museum

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The American Jazz Museum in Kansas City, Mo., is pleased to announce the appointment of its new executive director, Greg Carroll, outgoing director of education for the International Association for Jazz Education. Carroll, who has directed IAJE education and outreach programs worldwide, will assume the role July 1.

Carroll has served as director of jazz studies at the University of Colorado and instrumental music director for several Colorado school districts. As a vibraphonist, he has also performed with jazz luminaries such as George Benson and Dianne Reeves, and he performs and records with his own group, the Midnight Blue Jazz Quartet.

The museum is located in the historic 18th and Vine district of Kansas City and includes interactive exhibits and educational programs as well as the Blue Room, a working jazz club, and the Gem Theater, a modern 500-seat performing arts center.

“The Historic 18th and Vine jazz district is one of the true great crossroads of jazz—I’m extremely excited to have an opportunity to serve this wonderful institution that plays a key role in sustaining Kansas City’s strong jazz heritage,” Carroll said in a news release. “I’m eager to help continue the outstanding tradition of musical excellence that was established right here at 18th and Vine.”



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