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Performance: Live From Dizzy’s - New Jazz Underground
1:30 pm
Abdias Armenteros, saxophone; Sebastian Rios, bass; TJ Reddick, drums
The Roots & Branches of Afro-Cuban Jazz (Track 1)
2:30 pm
Panelists: Amaury Acosta; Roberto Fonseca; Benjamin Lapidus
Moderator: Felix Contreras
Musicians and historians trace the many strains of Afro-Cuban jazz back to their origins and discuss where the music's headed next.
Presenting Your Own Pop-Up Concert (Track 2)
2:30 pm
Panelists: Marija Abney; Miriam Elhajli; Endea Owens; Evan Sherman; Wayne Tucker
Moderator: Cedric Easton
In 2020, jazz musicians had to improvise even more than usual. Presenters and musicians discuss how to organize spontaneous concerts in unexpected locations.
Masterclass: Making Arrangements
4:00 pm
Panelists: Billy Childs; Christopher Crenshaw; Jihye Lee; Maria Schneider
Moderator: John Clayton
Accomplished arrangers share their expertise in crafting complex charts for large ensembles.
Jon Hendricks at 100: Remembering a Legend
5:30 pm
Panelists: Michele Hendricks; Jazzmeia Horn; Sheila Jordan; Bobby McFerrin
Moderator: Kurt Elling
Fellow vocalists discuss the remarkable life and legacy of the influential singer, songwriter, and arranger.
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French-American Connections (Track 1)
12:00 pm
Panelists: Paula Abreu; Valérie Malot; Alexandre Pierrepont; Jacques Schwarz-Bart
Moderator: Sébastien Vidal
American and French jazz programmers discuss challenges and solutions for virtual collaborations, re-opening, and touring. Presented in collaboration with the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in the United States and the Centre national de la Musique.
Processing 2020 (Track 2)
12:00 pm
Panelist: Kerry Sulkowicz
Moderator: René Marie
Psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Kerry Sulkowicz discusses the lingering mental health issues brought on by a long and difficult year.
Achieving Real Diversity in Presenting Jazz
1:30 pm
Panelists: Raynel Frazier; Derek Kwan; Terri Pontremoli; Rio Sakairi
Moderator: Karen Kennedy
An in-depth conversation about diversity in programming in jazz and the arts. In the wake of the murder of George Floyd and the mass killings in Atlanta, many organizations have put out statements standing in solidarity with BIPOC. How do these statements affect programming? How do organizations achieve real diversity without tokenism or appropriation? What is the connection to the mission of the organization?
Jukebox Jury (Track 1)
3:00 pm
Panelists: Susan Brink; D'Andre Brothers; Mary Foster Conklin; Meredith Hairston; Chris Heim
Moderator: Brad Stone
This perennially popular and engaging panel conducted in needle-drop fashion helps attendees understand how jazz radio works—and, specifically, how radio programmers make decisions. The panelists listen to a variety of new releases in different styles and explain why they would—or wouldn’t—program a given track.
Wellness Break: Stretch Session (Track 2)
3:00 pm
Moderator: Akua Noni Parker
A break in the action to center our bodies and minds. Akua Noni Parker, professional dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, leads a 30-minute session to get us on our feet and moving.
Erroll Garner at 100: Redefining a Legacy
4:30 pm
Panelists: Terri Lyne Carrington; Dr. Robin D.G. Kelley; Peter Lockhart; Cécile McLorin Salvant; Christian Sands
Moderator: John Murph
On the eve of his centennial anniversary, new explorations of Garner's life and inimitable artistry reveal a depth and cultural impact that is only now being fully understood. Join Erroll Garner Project leaders and associates as they examine the state of Garner’s legacy and the work being done to redefine it.
Jazz Radio Around the World
12:00 pm
Panelists: Carol Handley; Gilles Peterson; Sebastien Vidal; Dana Wigle
Moderator: Steve Williams
Jazz radio: is it thriving or just surviving across a rapidly changing artistic and technological landscape? How do we create a "secret sauce" for success in the 21st century?
Building Your Brand Through Social Media
1:30 pm
Panelists: Bryan Carter; Jen Luzzo; Adam Neely; Alexa Tarantino
Moderator: Madelyn Gardner
Artists and social media professionals share their advice on using social media to expand your following.
Mentoring Women in Jazz (Track 1)
3:00 pm
Panelists: Amy K. Bormet); Dee Dee Bridgewater; Tulani Bridgewater Kowalski; Kimberly Chmura; Melissa Walker
Moderator: Katie Simon
Women in jazz who have created and run mentoring projects for younger and emerging female artists and entrepreneurs share their challenges and successes.
Masterclass: New Orleans Drumming with Herlin Riley (Track 2)
3:00 pm
Panelist: Herlin Riley
Moderator: Adonis Rose
Adonis Rose hosts a discussion and demonstration with fellow Crescent City drummer Herlin Riley about the grooves and history of New Orleans jazz drumming.
Celebrating Jimmy Heath (Track 1)
4:30 pm
Panelists: Roberta Gambarini; Antonio Hart; Tootie Heath; Mtume
Moderator: Mark Ruffin
Family, friends, and colleagues share their memories of the acclaimed saxophonist, composer, and bandleader.
Know Your Rights: The New Frontier for Music Licensing (Appel)
4:30 pm
Panelists: Erica Carter; Angelo Miranda
Moderator: Allison Job
A collection of legal experts outline the new opportunities digital platforms present for labels, musicians, and managers looking to maximize exposure for their music.
Returning to the Stage: Navigating Reopening for Presenters
12:00 pm
Panelists: Masindi Mantwa Chinoamadi; Georgina Javor; Randall Kline; Pelin Opcin
Moderator: Gwen Ansell
What does the future look like for jazz clubs and other venues? Panelists from around the world gather to discuss.
Jazz Education: Is the Cost Worth the Benefit?
1:30 pm
Panelist: Caelan Cardello; Cosimo Fabrizio; Sean Jones; Helen Sung; Rodney Whitaker
Moderator: Melissa Walker
With the costs of a college education rising and professional opportunities waning, many students and families are questioning the benefits of jazz education on the collegiate level. Noted jazz artists and educators discuss the real value of jazz education in today’s world.
The Jazz Soundtrack Boom (Track 1)
3:00 pm
Panelists: Kris Bowers; Tia Fuller; Branford Marsalis; Sam Pollard
Moderator: Ashley Kahn
A look at the varied use of jazz in film scores and soundtracks in recent popular movies and documentaries—including Soul, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, The United States vs. Billie Holiday, MLK/FBI, and One Night in Miami—with a close-up on the cinematic work of a number of today's jazz headliners.
Livestreaming Your Virtual Concert (Track 2)
3:00 pm
Panelists: Emmet Cohen; Peter Martin; Rachel Morgan; Dan Wilson
Moderators: Raynel Frazier; Yunie Mojica
As the pandemic forced performers online, virtual concerts became increasingly sophisticated. Learn tricks of the trade from some of the most successful livestreamers.
In Memoriam / Presentation of the Bruce Lundvall Award
4:30 pm
Performance: Live From Dizzy’s - Willie Jones III Fallen Heroes Album Release
7:30 pm