Skinner Pipe Organ Concert
Hear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ, performed by Matt Dierking and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium.
The Jazz & Beyond series returns in 2026 with seven evenings of live music featuring a vibrant mix of regional talent, returning favorites and new voices!
Now in its 25+ year tradition, the series transforms the Shaw Gothic Cloister into an intimate live music space where guests can enjoy great performances surrounded by art, architecture and community!
Expect a relaxed, social atmosphere with a variety of jazz styles from classic and Latin jazz to funk, blues, bluegrass and world influences. Guests are invited to settle in, enjoy the music and make an evening of it with a cash bar featuring alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages along with snacks available for purchase.
2026 Performance Dates
All performances are subject to change
Time: Thursdays 5:30-7:30 PM
Doors Open: 5 PM
Location: Shaw Gothic Cloister
Admission: Included with museum general admission; free for members
2026 Schedule
- February 12: Crabswithoutlegs (R&B Jazz Fusion)
- March 12: The Danny Davis Jr. Project (Latin Jazz)
- April 16: Possum Creek Ramblers (Bluegrass)
- May 14: Heather and the Swing Set (Jazz Standards, Blues)
- July 23: Big Gil & His Funky All Stars (70s Funk)
- August 13: Alex Nicodemus Jazz Trio (Jazz)
- October 8: Puzzle of Light (World Jazz)
Questions?
Call 937-223-4ART (4278) during museum hours. Programs are subject to change, please confirm dates before visiting.
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July 05, 2026
Sunday
2:00 pm — 3:00 pm
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July 19, 2026
Sunday
2:00 pm — 3:00 pm
Skinner Pipe Organ Concert
Hear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ, performed by Matt Dierking and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium.
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July 23, 2026
Thursday
5:30 pm — 7:30 pm
Jazz and Beyond: Big Gil & His Funky All Stars
Join us on Thursday, July 23, as the Jazz & Beyond series presents Big Gil & His Funky All-Stars, A crowd favorite at the Dayton Art Institute! Big Gil & His Funky All Stars is a Blues, Funk & RB grou
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August 02, 2026
Sunday
2:00 pm — 3:00 pm
Skinner Pipe Organ Concert
Hear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ, performed by Matt Dierking and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium.
13
August 13, 2026
Thursday
5:30 pm — 7:30 pm
Jazz and Beyond: Alex Nicodemus Jazz Trio
Join us on Thursday, August 13, as the Jazz & Beyond series presents Alex Nicodemus Jazz Trio at the Dayton Art Institute!
