Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM
BroadStage, Santa Monica
March 8, 2026 at 7:30PM Experience the charisma, passion, and purpose of the **Julia Keefe Indigenous Jazz Ensemble**—a powerhouse group of Native and Indigenous jazz musicians from across Indian Country. Led by Julia Keefe, an emerging trailblazer in jazz and a pioneering composer, arranger, conductor, and vocalist, the ensemble honors the often overlooked contributions of Indigenous jazz artists to this one true American art form. The ensemble pays homage to the past while shaping the future of jazz, performing works by jazz legends like Mildred Bailey (Coeur d’Alene) and Jim Pepper (Kaw/Mvskoke) alongside bold new compositions from today’s Indigenous composers. Since their 2022 debut at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, the ensemble has earned national acclaim for their dynamic performances and cultural impact. Most recently, they headlined the Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival at the Kennedy Center in Spring 2024—cementing their role as leaders in a new era of jazz. **Pre-Show on The Plaza** Pop in for pre-show music on The Plaza with the SMC Applied Music Program! Pre-Show on the Plaza takes place 45 minutes before the BroadStage presentation. Click here for details.