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Welcome to Our Community!

Welcome to Our Community!

Founded in 2016, The International Society of Jazz Arrangers & Composers (ISJAC) formed in response to a perceived need to address issues unique to the community of jazz composers & arrangers while providing the community with targeted resources and new opportunities.

WHO WE ARE — We are the only non-profit organization dedicated solely to serving and advocating on behalf of the international community of jazz composers and arrangers.

WHAT UNITES US — The desire to create a supportive community — cultivating and enhancing professional opportunities for our members while increasing visibility for the entire profession.

WHAT WE DO —

  • We support jazz composers through our grants, awards, and unique presentation models.
  • We facilitate professional connections and development through our bi-annual Jazz Composers’ Symposium and online offerings
  • We curate an expanding list of composer resources to facilitate opportunities and professional development for our members
  • We provide platforms for our members to share their work.

Artist Blogs

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  • Yuhan Su: Reveal the Second Moon
    Yuhan Su discusses works from her upcoming album using electronics, the theme of duality in orchestration, and bringing cultural dualities into musical form. […]
  • John Yao: Points in Time
    John Yao talks about the emotional side of arranging your own music, balancing between character and change, and his latest project. […]

News

  • Leadership Update

    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.”

Launchpad
11/24/2024 from 2:30-5:30pm CT
480 Arts (St. Paul, MN)

Duly Noted Webinar on Grants
 12/8/2024 at 3pm ET
Virtual

Jazz Composers Present: Mike Tomaro
 12/11/2024 at 7pm ET
Virtual

Coffee Conversations – Grants
 12/15/2024 at 12pm ET
Virtual

ISJAC/iJazz Music Wayne Shorter Jazz Arranging Prize
Application Portal Opens: 9/3/2024
Deadline: 1/3/2025
Cash Award: $1,500 USD

ISJAC/iJazz Music Rob Pronk Prize in Jazz Composition
Application Portal Opens: 9/3/2024
Deadline: 1/3/2025
Cash Award: $1,500 USD

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