Detroit International Jazz Fest Accepting Submissions

[Lazaro Vega]

Written by JazzStage Productions Thursday, 15 January 2009 DETROIT -- The Detroit International Jazz Festival is now accepting submissions from local and regional artists interested in performing at the 30th anniversary event, September 4 --September 7.

Detroit Jazz Fest has been hailed as one of the top 5 jazz festivals in the country, and is an exceptional showcase for Detroit-based artists. "There aren't nearly enough slots for all of the qualified musicians, so the competition is fierce," said Terri Pontremoli, executive director of the DJF. "The music legacy in this town is very deep, and to this day strong, young artists are

coming through the ranks."

Submissions in Jazz, Blues, Latin, Funk, Gospel, R&B and Avant-garde must be received by March 15, 2009. Materials will be reviewed by a committee will make recommendations. Selected artists will be announced in May. For more information, contact info@detroitjazzfest.com.

Complete artist packets (cd, bio, photo) should be mailed to:

Detroit Jazz Fest

660 Woodward Ave. Suite 13

Detroit, MI 48226

Attn: Festival Director

The Detroit International Jazz Festival (DJF) is an independent, non-profit organization that presents jazz and educational workshops throughout the year. With an audience of 850,000, this free event has a $90M impact on the city. It is supported through foundation grants, individual donations, and customized sponsorships for businesses that benefit from exposure to DJF's large, diverse and educated audience. For more information visit www.detroitjazzfest.com .

Contact:

Terri Koggenhop

Detroit International Jazz Festival

(248) 360-2455

tkoggenhop@detroitjazzfest.com

Edited January 16, 2009 by Lazaro Vega