Hey Jaijai-

I will never forget what brought you and the wonderful work you have done here into my life, I ran across a description that stated "always looking for artists who are looking to go to the next level in their marketing and promotion on their musical journey's in jazz." I would like to say that from my and I am sure many others perspective,  you have effectively created a platform that not only provides the tools and opportunity for more proactive artist, but simultaneously created a space that encourages and spreads the notion of positive progression in this great musical journey we call Jazz.
As a young artist, I greatly appreciate a place like the Jazz Network Worldwide, which internationally brings visibility to a demographic that otherwise would be more difficult to pinpoint. I have fortunately had the opportunity to spend a lot of time with some of the legends of this great music we call jazz as they reminisce and tell all the stories of how things use to be, as I am sure you have as well Jaijai. But after countless disscussions I participated in with jazz great, Jimmy Owens, the one thing that he always said to me was "Tyrone, I can't tell you what will work for you in this current music business, but what I can do.. is share these stories with you which posses the principles you will need and can apply to succeed."  Jaijai I believe this statement characterizes the current and continued success of you, Woman of Jazz, and the Jazz Network Worldwide.  Thank you and The Jazz Network Worldwide for continuing the path of passion and expression while consistently providing, promoting, and proactively supporting innovative ways for us to positively progress in our musicial journey in Jazz.

-Tyrone Smith
 
"Music Is the Wine That Fills the Cup of Silence"




Jaijai,

What you are doing is critical for the indie-jazz community. The music business is in a transition phase between old ways of marketing and new ways of marketing. You have stepped in to make connections across the musical spectrum with people involved in all aspects of the business and have become a bridge for today's new jazz musicians to get their music and their musical products out.

It is not enough for musicians to just post something up on one of the billion plus websites out there anymore. There has to be some way to communicate what we have to the jazz listeners and to people outside our own email list. You are providing the solution for that dilemma, a way for today's indie-jazz musician to cut through all the "noise in the system" to actually have their products listened to and evaluated by the knowledgeable and appreciative jazz audience.

Your level of energy and enthusiasm is amazing and is matched only by your dedication to staying true to the spirit of the music. It is rare to find someone with your resourcefulness, commitment and high level of understanding regarding how you can improve things for people from all aspects of the music world - promoters, musicians and listeners alike.

Yogi




"Jaijai,

First of all, thank you for this community. The more I surf through these pages and learn of my contemporaries, the more edified I become. Thank you for talking to me about my art, and anything I can do to help your vision...just call. I look forward to a long friendship."

Be well...
Kevin



"THE NEW JAZZ FAMILY"
Uncle Hugh 'Peanuts' Whalum is my 80 year-old uncle who has FORGOTTEN more about jazz than I've even learned yet! He released his CD "Introducing Hugh 'Peanuts' Whalum" after gigging in the St. Louis scene for over 55 years! Needless to say his voice, his saxophone, his piano... like a fine, aged Merlot. His energy?! I dare not try and keep up. I'm on stage falling asleep by the time he gets going good – cut from a different cloth. Arnette, Coleman, Hamp, Hank... fine cloth.

Why do I bring them up? Because they represent something really important that we now get to enjoy, like they did back then, but now through technology on sites like this, that we've been missing.

The good news, since family – in this case JAZZ FAMILY – and relationships are much more important, more fulfilling... is that I feel RICHER knowing and following you guys music on THE JAZZ NETWORK!

Kirk WHALUM


The Jazz Network was originally inspired by the love and dedication my father, jazz bassist "Chubby" Jackson contributed to the Jazz World. I wanted to create a platform that honored his legacy, jazz music and its artistry.

I am thankful to my father for instilling in me the importance of listening to my own creative voice within and to be an originator and not an imitator.


He told me to live my own dream and that if I did that I'd find my voice, path and purpose.

Well, on January 10th, 2008 The Jazz Network' was the vision I created... my dream. I listened to my inner voice and acted upon it and it came into fruition through hard work and hours of creative thought. I couldn't be more elated in spirit that it is being received by the Jazz world with such respect, excitement and open arms.

I love and miss the pearls of wisdom my father shared, I promise him and his legacy that I will always be an originator and not an imitator! I'll leave that to the impersonators :-)

Thank you all for your love, support and encouragement in keeping The Jazz Network thriving for it helps me to continue to create!

I'll always give you my best....

Love to all of you.. Jaijai


"My So Fine" Andre Delano
"The Jazz Network is the ultimate online jam session!"


Radio Promotion Publicity & Consulting For The International Jazz Community


Saxophonist/Educator Ray Blue is organizing a tour in the states during the months of September and October 2009. He will be touring the mid-west and west coast and is seeking bookings for workshops in schools and colleges of all levels of education.

Contact Ray Blue at www.rayblue.com for bookings



Coming very soon, the educators in The Jazz Network will begin to stream live courses that will support all areas of music for students worldwide! For those educators with solid history of teaching and interested in streaming your courses live, contact Jaijai for further details!

The Jazz Network is exactly what the title suggests, a place where you get to mix and mingle with those who have not only an appreciation for Jazz but a forum to hear new up and coming artists as well. I've hooked up with so many of my old friends that I've lost contact with over the years here and it's been a great place to meet folk, appreciate good music and Musicianship. What an incredible idea!!

~ Will Downing


"The Jazz Network is a useful resource to network with musicians all over the world. It creates a great opportunity to meet your favorite artists, learn who is up and coming, and to have an inside track on the pulse of jazz."

~ Russ Freeman




Hi Jaijai,

Stopping by to show you some love and tell you just how much I appreciate all you've been doing here, not just for me but for this incredible community of jazz musicians. I see that The Jazz Network is growing in leaps and bounds daily and want you to know that I recognize the importance of what's going on here, musicians having a place to connect with each other, young musicians having a place to meet and be mentored by musicians who have been around the block. You've created a beautiful space here and it's obvious that folks are feeling very much at home. Thanks for sharing your time, your heart, your soul. This is a huge commitment and you've taken it on with such determination. I wish you and The Jazz Network continued success and support you in all you're doing. ~ Marcus



Jaijai,

The Jazz Network is a phenomenal place for musicians and music fans to hang out - thanks for creating a music haven for us all on the internet!

I love the fact that fans, up and coming artists, and established recording artists can all be in one place interacting with each other, listening to music, learning about each other and creating a community of jazz. I'm happy to be a part of it.

Speaking of no limits, my new CD "No Limits" is about reaching beyond genre stereotypes and playing the music I love, all kinds of it...and The Jazz Network has "No Limits", either - I feel right at home!

Peace,

Nick Colionne



Hey Jaijai!

It's really cool to be on your site. Funny how out of the chaos (!) of the record industry's demise has flowered such a beautiful, organic connecting place for folks like us. We know there's something of more substance in each other that we were being denied because of an industry that had lost its way. It's nice to be able to go deeper and be more altruistic. In the words of my old boss, Whitney... "Can I be me!" Blessings to you in this endeavor.

~ Kirk



Thank you so much for creating such a cool space for music lovers to hang!

The concept of jazz is so different than it used to be in America at large, although amongst those who get it- it remains the same.

While I don't consider myself a jazz artist - at least on record yet - I appreciate the opportunity to be heard in this forum, and the chance for my intention to be felt. Keep the music playing!

lalah



"The Jazz Network, a great place to find out the latest information on all the best jazz artists and musicians. It's also a helpful tool in getting the word out about your music. Thanks to The Jazz Network I'm getting more hits on my website from people that are just getting to know about me".

Frank McComb.