HISTORY OF THE HARTFORD JAZZ SOCIETY The Hartford Jazz Society enjoys a history as rich as it is diverse. Founded in 1960 by dedicated JAZZ aficionados, it is the oldest continuously operating jazz society in the country. For over 40 years, the all-volunteer Society has never wavered from its founders' goals: to improve JAZZ as America's gift to the music world, and to foster in each succeeding generation an appreciation and love for JAZZ in all its many forms. Hartford Jazz Society Officers President: - Ronald Lyles Vice President - Daniel Feingold Treasurer/Secretary: - Leslie Frances Manselle Hartford Jazz Society Committee Chairpersons Cruise - Bill Washinton Dance - Fred Ward Program - Maurice Robertson Publicity - Diana Wimbish Scholarship - Lew Randall Volunteers - Leslie Frances Manselle The mission of The Hartford Jazz Society is to foster interest, understanding, and appreciation of jazz by: Producing educational and cultural programs for students as well as general audiences. Awarding scholarships annually to exceptionally talented high school students who are going on to jazz studies in college. Presenting both jazz musicians of national and international stature, and local jazz musicians. WHAT DOES THE HARTFORD JAZZ SOCIETY OFFER ITS MEMBERS? ♪   Hartford Jazz Society Cruises ♪   Hartford Jazz Society Concerts ♪   Hartford Jazz Society Dances ♪   Hartford Jazz Society Trips to       JAZZ Festivals ♪   Hartford Jazz Society Publications Most of all, the Hartford Jazz Society offers a chance to share your love of JAZZ with others: people of differing backgrounds - but one common interest - fostering Jazz's continued growth, while reveling in its glorious past. ANNUAL ACTIVITIES Hartford Jazz Society Cruise - sail the Connecticut River with over 900 members and guests, sharing the joys of good food, good drink and the hottest JAZZ afloat. Hartford Jazz Society Concert Season - each year, the Hartford Jazz Society sponsors concerts by leading jazz groups and musicians, as well as outstanding local talents.  It is a chance to sample the rich diversity of styles that has always been JAZZ. Hartford Jazz Society Dances - join our members as they dance to the sounds of the big band era - again, JAZZ is the focus - with good times guaranteed.  KEEPING JAZZ ALIVE!