Call for Artistic Submissions

Deadline: May 15

Earshot Jazz seeks recorded submissions from Seattle-area artists in order to select artists and ensembles for inclusion in “Jazz: The Second Century.” This series, now in its second year, features performers that actively and creatively imagine the future of jazz in the 21st century. Any use of instruments or creative expression will be considered, as will any interpretation of the meaning of jazz. Submissions should include a recorded sample of a project that can be performed in a concert setting.

Eight ensembles will be selected by a “blind jury” process to participate in four concerts to be held at the Chapel Performance Space on consecutive Thursday during the month of August. Artists will be paid a competitive fee for the performance.

We encourage applicants to include in their submissions any words or sentiments that speak to their musical interpretation of the next stage of jazz music in the context of the Second Century initiative. Where possible, we would like the selected artists to discuss their work at the musical performance.

Direct questions and comments to Earshot Jazz at (206) 547-6763 or jazz@earshot.org.

Send submissions electronically to jazz@earshot.org; or by mail to Earshot Jazz, 3429 Fremont Place N., #309, Seattle, WA 98103-8650.

Submissions must be received in the Earshot office by May 15.

In the summer of 2006, Earshot Jazz began a comprehensive project entitled “Jazz: The Second Century,” an initiative intended to address jazz’s progressive transition into the future. This concert series seeks to bring the discussion into creative motion where it matters most - on the stage, with an attentive audience.