Company Research Report: Jazz Houston
Company Overview
Name
Jazz Houston
Mission
To promote the cultivation of jazz music globally through performance, education, and community outreach, honoring the contributions of Houstonians and Texans to the legacy of jazz.
Founded
No information is available.
Founders
Vincent Gardner (Artistic Director, Lead Trombone) and Belinda Munro (CEO).
Key People
- Vincent Gardner – Artistic Director & Co-Founder
- Belinda Munro – CEO & Co-Founder
Headquarters
PO BOX 37268, Houston, TX 77237
Number of Employees
No information is available.
Revenue
No information is available.
Known For
Jazz Houston is recognized for its 15-member resident jazz orchestra, acclaimed educational programs, and performance series that celebrate the history and evolution of jazz music.
Products
Offerings
- Concert Series: Annual jazz concerts featuring local, national, and international artists. The series includes historic compositions, commissioned works, and new arrangements.
- Educational Programs: In-school mentoring sessions, interactive appreciation concerts for young audiences, and community-centered workshops. These programs aim to extend jazz appreciation to all ages.
- Performances with Collaborative Artists: Cross-genre productions enhancing the jazz experience with elements from gospel, pop, orchestral music, and more.
Product Descriptions & Features
- Jazz Houston Orchestra: A 15-member ensemble consisting of world-class jazz musicians. It stands as only the second full-time resident jazz orchestra in the United States.
- Community Outreach & Education:
- Young People’s Interactive Concerts: Designed to engage young audiences with the art of jazz through interaction and performance.
- Collaborations: Worked with artists across various genres and other nonprofits to enrich the educational and cultural arts landscape in Houston.
Recent Developments
Recent Company Developments
- Expansion of Educational Vision: New in-school programs and partnerships with hospitals, museums, and other nonprofits.
- Concert Series Growth: Recent performances include “Celebrating Max Roach & Abbey Lincoln” and “Sarah Vaughan at 100.”
New Products Launched
- New themed jazz concerts in the annual series, such as The Joe Sample Celebration and Sophisticated Lady: The Songs of Natalie Cole.
New Features Added
- Enhanced collaborations with international artists to present new and engaging jazz compositions and arrangements.
Partnerships
- Collaboration with the Houston Symphony to present Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite.
- Partner organizations include other arts and cultural institutions focusing on enhancing community outreach and education.
Conclusion
Jazz Houston remains at the forefront of jazz performance and education, leveraging its position as a full-time resident orchestra to impact its community positively through music. By continuously evolving their concert series and educational programs, Jazz Houston both honors the legacy of jazz and fosters new talent.
Interested parties are encouraged to support their initiatives through donations and volunteer opportunities to help sustain their vision of a thriving jazz ecosystem.
