Mission

The Loudoun Jazz Society (LJS) exists to enhance the quality of life for Loudoun County residents by empowering jazz musicians, connecting audiences to jazz experiences, and inspiring jazz students.

 

​Vision

We will use our influence and resources to:

  1. Assist jazz educators and students to perpetuate the art form, 

  2. Cultivate and develop local audiences by promoting local jazz musician’s events, 

  3. Work with local government officials and organization leaders to help make Loudoun County a music fan’s destination,

  4. Encourage communication and awareness among musicians, business owners and other consumers of jazz music, 

  5. Advocate on behalf of jazz stakeholders when issues arise that can be best addressed by the Society.

 

Objectives

To achieve our mission, we have identified the following specific objectives:

  • Begin a membership roster of LJS, open to musicians, business owners and other stakeholders of local jazz music.

  • Sponsor a monthly jam session open to all interested musicians and fans.

  • Hold an annual jazz music festival.

  • Conduct jazz music clinics in local schools and other venues.

  • Establish a scholarship program to encourage local jazz music talent.

  • Promote local jazz music events.