Orchestrating the future of jazz and music education. The Symphonic Jazz Orchestra (SJO) is the only organization of its kind uniquely dedicated to blending the worlds of jazz and classical music with a mission to:• Inspire and educate the next generation through its “Music in the Schools" residency program and free Community Concerts • Commission and perform symphonic jazz compositions inconcerts across Southern California. Under the leadership of Music Director Mitch Glickman, the SJO has served over 50,000 young people and their families throughout Los Angeles County.The 67-member SJO has commissioned a diverse array of composers including George Duke, Miguel Atwood Ferguson, and Lee Ritenour and been joined by such soloists as Dave Grusin, Christian McBride, Luciana Souza, Ernie Watts, and The Yellowjackets.