OUR STORY

In 2015, a group of local jazz lovers founded the CJHOF nonprofit organization to bring recognition to Cincinnati's storied jazz scene and rich musical history.  In a ceremony each year in the spring, the Hall of Fame's board not only honors musicians for their work but also supports a scholarship in jazz studies to a worthy student in our area. In addition, donations help to fund the John Defoor Master Jazz Classes, held in local high schools.  Take a look at our past honorees and scholarship recipients.