Rooted in Jacksonville, The Mental Note is a growing cultural home where jazz inspires connection, artistic development, learning, and creative wellness. Through the JL Institute and Jazz Discovery Series, we bring artists, students, neighbors, and visitors together for intimate performances, meaningful learning experiences, and a shared appreciation for jazz.
A Cultural Home for Jazz, Connection, and Community
The Mental Note
Listen Deeply. Gather Fully.
Northeast Florida’s premier jazz destination
Building on Work Already Underway
The Mental Note is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cultural initiative creating a new home for jazz, connection, learning, and creative wellness in Jacksonville.
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While new in name, The Mental Note’s work is already active through the JL Institute and Jazz Discovery Series, which connect artists, students, educators, audiences, and community partners through performances, masterclasses, artist conversations, residencies, clinics, and professional-development opportunities.
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More than a venue, The Mental Note is building a dedicated jazz institution that honors the heritage of Black American music while creating welcoming, stigma-free spaces for reflection, belonging, and emotional well-being.
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Through listening-centered performances, Monday-night jam sessions, artist development, creative wellness experiences, and community gatherings, The Mental Note is becoming a neighborhood anchor and Northeast Florida’s premier destination for jazz, culture, and connection.
Vision
The Mental Note is a national cultural destination where jazz is the everyday soundtrack of connection.
Mission
The Mental Note bridges jazz, wellness, and learning by creating a stage for transformational experiences.
Where jazz is the everyday soundtrack of connection.
Vision
Click the record to spin into our soundtrack of connection.