JAZZ ROAD
An artistic-centric touring and residency grants program to spread jazz throughout the country.
OVERVIEW
Jazz Road is led by South Arts in partnership with the five other U.S. Regional Arts Organizations (Arts Midwest, Mid-America Arts Alliance, Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, New England Foundation for the Arts, and Western Arts Alliance/Western States Arts Federation. Regional Arts Organizations represent geographical groupings of states who partner with the National Endowment for the Arts, State Arts Agencies, and others to develop and deliver programs, services, and products that support and advance the arts. Jazz Road represents the first long-term formal collaboration including all six RAOs. This program is funded by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation with additional support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
JAZZ ROAD TOURS
Grants of up to $15,000 supporting multi-town tours by emerging and more established jazz artists.
JAZZ ROAD CREATIVE RESIDENCIES
Jazz Road Creative Residencies is one component of the larger Jazz Road program. South Arts announced the 52 artists receiving Jazz Road Creative Residencies awards in October 2021.
CALL FOR PRESENTERS & VENUES
Whether you have an established jazz series or want to begin programming in your venue, allow us to connect artists with you.
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