[gtyruzzel]

Just got this on another list, a fledgling organization looking to pick up some of the loose strings left by the demise of the IAJE, and trying to get some feedback about where to concentrate its efforts. Pretty quick survey:

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NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

New Jazz Organization Conducts Survey

Jazz Education Network (JEN)

Invites All Jazz Musicians, teachers, students and fans to Complete a short on-line survey

September 29, 2008---

The newly established non-profit group, the Jazz Education Network
(JEN), wants to know what jazz aficionados everywhere think about
important musical issues. The information being collected will help
shape the kinds of activities – both on-line and during in-person
gatherings—that JEN organizes in the coming months. Your ideas and
opinions really can make a difference.

To give your opinion (it only takes about five minutes!) about
proposed JEN activities and events simply complete the 10-question
survey at:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?s...Lief9dag_3d_3d

All jazz students, teachers, performers, music industry
professionals, and jazz listeners are invited to take part in this
quick electronic survey. For more information about the Jazz
Education Network visit www.JazzEdNet.org .

You do NOT have to reveal your identity (unless you want to), but
must note your broad geographic area (such as the state you live/
work in) to complete the survey process.

. . .

JEN President Mary Jo Papich says, “This new organization will be
what you need it to be…talk to us…we represent YOU…the teacher, the
student, the musician, the technician, the producer, the
businessman, the fan. Do let us know what you will find most
valuable as we move ahead together.”

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The Jazz Education Network (JEN) is a new non-profit organization
dedicated to building the jazz arts community by advancing educational opportunities,
promoting performance opportunities, developing new audiences

Formed in June 2008 in Chicago, the new group made its formal debut
this summer in San Antonio during the Texas Bandmasters
Association’s gathering. The 16-member volunteer board includes an
Executive Committee comprised of Bruce Silva, Julie Traenkenschuh,
Lou Fischer, and Mary Jo Papich.

For additional information, contact Mary Jo Papich at mjpapich@JazzEdNet.org
or Dr. Lou Fischer at ljazzmanf@JazzEdNet.org .