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Cipher Goings

A Leap of Faith
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Announcement: John Gilbreath is retiring from Earshot Jazz

After a celebrated career that spans more than three decades at Earshot Jazz, John Gilbreath is retiring from his role as executive director. Over the past 30+ years, John has been a driving force behind our mission to honor jazz through live performance, artist advocacy and community engagement. While we will miss John’s leadership and passion, we are energized to start a new chapter that will build upon the work, connections and community he cultivated. Learn more about the transition, our new interim director, and Earshot Jazz’s plans for the future. Learn more.

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We commission new work, support jazz education programs, present annual awards honoring Seattle artists, curate regional festivals, provide artist assistance, and bolster other Seattle jazz initiatives.

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