Presented in partnership with the Twin Cities Jazz Composers Workshop Orchestra (TCJCW) and 480 Arts, ISJAC Launchpad is designed to support and showcase both emerging and established jazz composers by highlighting new works for big band. Composers are invited to submit original works to be read by the acclaimed TCJCW directed by JC Sanford.

The reading session will take place on Sunday, May 17th, 2026 from 3:30pm - 6:30pm ET, and all selected composers must be able to attend virtually or in-person. The event will be livestreamed for free courtesy of 480 Arts, so we invite the entire ISJAC community to come watch and support.

Applications are now open, and must be received by April 16th for consideration.

*Launchpad is open exclusively to ISJAC members. Join today!
*Only new, original works are eligible for submission. Required instrumentation is 5 saxophones, 4 trombones, 4 trumpets, guitar, piano, bass, drums. Standard doubles and mutes are acceptable
*Up to 6 pieces will be chosen by a panel of composers & arrangers. At least one piece will be a student work and at least one piece will be by a Minnesota artist.
*Submissions should be no longer than 8 minutes in duration, inclusive of solo sections.

We are excited to introduce ISJAC Launchpad, a unique program designed to support and showcase the new works of both emerging and established jazz composers. Presented in partnership with the Twin Cities Jazz Composers Workshop Orchestra (TCJCW) and 480 Arts, both based in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, this initiative offers ISJAC members a one-of-a-kind opportunity to have their new compositions read and heard by a broad audience.

Through ISJAC Launchpad, composers are invited to submit original works to be read by the acclaimed TCJCW directed by JC Sanford. This dynamic ensemble is known for bringing innovative new works to life with their distinctive sound and exceptional musicianship.

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