The International Society of Jazz Arrangers & Composers (ISJAC) announces new leadership to advance the impact of jazz composers and arrangers on music. John Beasley was appointed President, succeeding co-founder Chuck Owen, whose vision and guidance have been instrumental in shaping the organization.
“I am fortunate to receive the baton from Owen, who has left a solid and well marked footprint, says John Beasley. “I’m most excited to bond and exchange ideas with our current and new members across the globe to help each other further our personal and collective artistic growth, which ultimately furthers the art of arranging and composing. From joining and participating in ISJAC’s online workshops and attending the recent conference in Nashville, I’ve seen firsthand the benefits of cross-pollination with members. Whether it’s pushing our personal musical aesthetics and boundaries, learning new tools, or discussing the progress of our art, the experience has been invaluable.”
