Jon Poses

After last month's kickoff celebration, we can safely say that the "We Always Swing" Jazz Series' 30th year is officially underway! Executive director Jon W. Poses tells us about the first concert (happening later this month) and says season tickets are still available to purchase. September 5, 2024

The "We Always Swing" Jazz Series has been entertaining and educating central Missouri for almost 30 years; in fact, this upcoming season - kicking off in less than 10 days - will mark three decades in operation! Executive/artistic director Jon W. Poses says, "I'd like think we have and are having an impact on the cultural landscape." August 9, 2024

Today Paul Pepper visits with JON POSES, Executive/Artistic Director of the "We Always Swing" Jazz Series, about JAM - or, Jazz Appreciation Month! The…

Thomas Hart Benton’s art came alive on Thursday night through the music of Orrin Evans’ Captain Black Big Band.The New York-based jazz band performed its…

Over thirty-five years ago, Jon Poses came to Columbia for a journalism degree. He's long since got that degree. Today, for consistent advocacy of live…