Jazzmana Live at The Encore

Jazzmania Live is a Pittsburgh-based jazz ensemble and musical community dedicated to developing artists, serving the public, and preserving live jazz as a cultural tradition. It brings together musicians of all experience levels to grow through real performance, collaboration, and shared musical practice. Founded by Arthur Ray Crivella, Jazzmania operates as a non-commercial organization, prioritizing the music and the community over profit. There are no investors or commercial pressures—just a commitment to artistic growth, equitable participation, and authentic live performance. At its core, Jazzmania exists to make live music accessible, welcoming, and meaningful for everyone. Performances are family-friendly, affordable, and often streamed live, ensuring audiences both locally and globally can experience the music. More than a band, Jazzmania is a living, collaborative ecosystem—a place where developing and experienced musicians learn from one another.