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: - Daniel Feingold 1st V. President - William Sullivan 2nd V. President - Ronald Armstrong Treasurer: - Robert Pernell Corresponding Secretary - Lew Randall Recording Secretary - Valerie Baker Hartford Jazz Society Committee Chairpersons Cruise - Fred Ward Dance - Development - Finance - Dan Feingold Membership & Admissions - Bill Washington Office Coordinator - Program - William Sullivan (primary contact for artists) Publications - Publicity - Scholarship - Ron Armstrong The aims and purposes of the HARTFORD JAZZ SOCIETY, INC., hereinafter called HJS, are the fostering of a greater interest, understanding, and appreciation of Jazz by the following means: Producing specific educational and cultural programs for schools, community centers, and colleges as well as general audiences who might otherwise not be reached in order to perpetuate Jazz, the American art form. Producing annual scholarship assistance to facilitate the professional development of an exceptionally talented music student(s) who has (have) demonstrated creative potential in Jazz. Expanding the cultural boundaries of the Greater Hartford Community by presenting jazz musicians of national and international stature, as well as presenting local jazz musicians, thus providing audience and opportunity for their professional growth. Source: The Hartford Jazz Society By-Laws (Revised October 21, 2004) 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 ♪   Hartford Jazz Society Ventures       that you can actively plan Most of all, the Hartford Jazz Society offers a chance to share your love of JAZZ with others: people with uncommon backgrounds - but one common interest - fostering Jazz's continued growth, while reveling in its glorious past.  Insuring together that its future will be bright with the promise of new energy - ANNUAL ACTIVITIES Hartford Jazz Society Cruise - sail the Connecticut River with over 1200 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!