A dive into this South Arts-directed national initiative that creates new ways for artists to tour and plan residencies throughout the U.S. Learn about getting a grant to bring your music (and band) to new audiences, with an emphasis on mixing rural, lesser-known and alternative presenters with dates at traditional jazz venues. Moderator: Sara Donnelly. Panelists: Jaimie Branch; Orrin Evans; Lisa Giordano; Rory Trainor.

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Jazz Road: Funding Opportunities for Touring and Residencies

This panel features a conversation with musicians who work on and off the bandstand for social change and activism. Moderator: Larry Blumenfeld. Panelists: Regina Carter; Samora Pinderhughes; Marc Ribot.

We Insist: Speaking Truth to Power

This panel will review how jazz radio is evolving to remain important to music discovery and artist development, and how radio stations can better position themselves through expansion into digital to be the trusted brand for jazz music discovery in their markets. Moderator: Ed Trefzger (JazzWeek). Panelists: Tessil Collins (WGBH); Arturo Gomez (KUVO); Lydia Liebman (Lydia Liebman Promotions); Derrick Lucas (WGMC); Kayonne Riley (WUCF).

Jazz Radio's Role in an Era of Music Abundance

In an age when media outlets have less space for listings, it is increasingly important to rethink how we all approach gig publicity and pre-show/pre-festival promotion. This session will provide specific insight into how the modern-day musician or presenter should approach marketing gigs to current and potential fans.   Moderator: Matt Merewitz (Fully Altered Media) Panelists: Marquis Hill; Sydney Hill; Zooey T. Jones (Jazz at Lincoln Center); Adrienne Stortz (Miller Theatre)

Building Buzz for Gigs in the Post-Listings Era

Become the master of your own financial well-being. Avoid the common mistakes and get the facts about your long-term financial success as an artist or arts professional. Get valuable tips on smart financial planning, tax saving tips for musicians, the power of smart saving & protection strategies, pension maximization tips, and learn how to take-action now for an even more successful financial future. Panelists: Darren Sussman (IFWA); Kristi Gomez (IFWA Coach).

Financial Well-Being and Personal Planning for Career Musicians

Bandleaders offer the nuts and bolts of getting a group on the road without the condition of being signed to a major booking agency or management team. Covering the how, why and when of contacting promoters of festivals, clubs, performance venues and jazz societies, as well as how to take advantage of crowdfunding and grant support. Moderator: Michelle Taylor (Passion Music Group)  Panelists: Jamie Baum; Javon Jackson; Andy Milne; Lilly Schwartz (SFJAZZ); Svetlana

Musicians: Book Thyself!

Through the thoughtful contributions of an accomplished, diverse panel of prominent jazz musicians/composers/producers, the vital and often under-appreciated role of the composer/arranger will be examined and discussed specifically with its importance to driving audience development & artist definition.  Moderator: Chuck Owen (ISJAC). Panelists: Darcy James Argue; Christine Jensen; Rufus Reid; Ryan Truesdell.

Why Jazz Composition Matters in an Improvised Art Form

Jazz artists and artists/curators from different art forms – such as dance, drama and opera – talk about the rich artistic opportunities (and challenges) presented by cross-genre collaboration. Moderator: Amy Niles (WBGO) Panelists: Uri Caine; Kurt Elling; Jamar Roberts (Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater); Ted Rosenthal; Damien Sneed; Janis Burley Wilson (Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival/August Wilson African American Cultural Center)

The Power of Cross-Genre Collaboration

The concept of all female groups has experienced a surge over the past 10 years, but nevertheless has a conflicted relationship with all stakeholders in the jazz world and beyond. This session will discuss the pros and cons of exclusive ensembles from social, cultural, musical, psychological, educational perspectives. Moderator: Katie Simon Panelists: Jane Bunnett; Mayra Casales; Monika Herzig; Sherrie Maricle; Helen Sung; Alexa Tarantino

Sisterhood On Stage

Trumpeters talk about the music and legacy of Armstrong and preview rare recordings from the legendary trumpeter. Moderators: Jon Faddis and Ricky Riccardi (Louis Armstrong House Museum). Panelists: Summer Camargo; Sean Jones; Wynton Marsalis; Bria Skonberg.

Talking Trumpets: Conversation & Music About Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong

Singular vocalists share words of wisdom and direction as they each discuss their unique approach to singing jazz and leading a group. Moderator: Camille Thurman. Panelists: Dee Dee Bridgewater; Kurt Elling; Sheila Jordan.

Vocal Jazz Summit

From Lillian Hardin and Ella Fitzgerald to Terri Lyne Carrington and Esperanza Spalding, in jazz music women have help to shape, innovate, and serve as agents of change. But the disparity in opportunities for women speaks to the oppressive nature of institutional inequities that not only exist in the jazz industry, but in the world. Uncovering how these inequities manifest—from discriminatory hiring practices to unequal pay—is just the first step towards advocacy; however, advocating for gender equity requires an intersectional approach to looking at how both sexism and racism impact opportunities for all women. In a moderated, open-mic conversation about the challenges and successes of women across the jazz diaspora—from musicians and educators to students and industry professionals—this town hall forum create a dialogue on how to both empower and advocate for women and address the question: “What do we need in order to create equitable spaces for women in the jazz industry?” Moderator: Kaisha S. Johnson (Women of Color in the Arts).

Women in Jazz Town Hall

Artists from diverse genres examine Charlie Parker's influence on pop, hip hop, rock and jazz, and discuss how his artistry and musical legacy continues to resonate today.   Moderator: Ken Drucker (Verve Label Group). Panelists: Will Calhoun; Terri Lyne Carrington; Kokayi; Rudresh Mahanthappa; Charles McPherson.

Bird & Beyond: Celebrating Charlie Parker at 100

A set of very different guitarists talk all things six string.   Moderator: Kevin Eubanks. Panelists: Nir Felder; Russell Malone; Mark Whitfield.

Guitarists Roundtable

Panelists reflect on Dave Brubeck's work as a jazz ambassador, while also looking forward to new paths for cultural diplomacy.   Moderator: Lauren Onkey (NPR Music). Panelists: Darius Brubeck; Jon Faddis; Laurin Talese.

Brubeck at 100: Jazz Ambassadors & Cultural Diplomacy

Welcome to the Jazz Congress Podcast, showcasing discussions between musical luminaries attending one of the jazz industry’s premiere networking events. Presented by Jazz at Lincoln Center and JazzTimes, Jazz Congress is an annual conference designed to bring together artists, media, and industry leaders in the global jazz community to exchange ideas and nurture the jazz community and support the music. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit jazzcongress.org.

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