ABOUT US

The Florida Jazz Initiative (FJI) was created to help develop and increase jazz awareness in the state of Florida. Our mission is to promote the advancement of Jazz an American art form through performances, clinics and education.

By exposing youth and students of music to this timeless genre of music history as a true art form that is ever evolving, we can help to create an atmosphere of expression that is both positive and educational.

Other programs have already proven that music participation as an addendum to curriculum improves math scores and social interaction. FJI was established not only to promote Jazz as an art form but also to provide venues through education, participation and promotion to help and unite communities, academic institutions and our youth in a goal-oriented atmosphere of fun, fellowship and musical expression.

Jazz is a part of our American culture that the entire world has embraced. It is the belief of FJI that Jazz is truly a part of our history worth preserving.

As a new society in the state of Florida, we are continuously working on membership development. One of the immediate goals this fall is to bring jazz to the schools. We are putting the finishing touches on the line-up for the 2007-2008 Concert series.

FJI is currently working with local jazz venues and music stores to provide its members with discounts, thus making it easier for jazz fans to have access to jazz music, instruments and lessons. Subscriptions to Abyss Jazz Magazine and Florida Jazz Initiative Souveniers will soon be available to promote the initiative.

We are committed to presenting world-class jazz musicians throughout the state of Florida. Join us in our quest to save Jazz; we are seeking corporate sponsorship and memberships to assist in bringing this initiative to the entire state of Florida.

FJI 501c(3) non- profit status will soon be finalized.