Future Jazz KC was founded in 2015 by Artistic Director Marcus Lewis. What began as a summer jazz camp quickly grew into a larger vision: creating a year-round jazz education community for young musicians in Kansas City.

The original goal was simple — give students meaningful performance experience, access to professional musicians, a deeper understanding of jazz, and a place to connect with other serious young musicians.

That vision continues today through ensembles, combos, concerts, workshops, mentorship, and community partnerships.