Sligo Jazz Project: Main Objectives * Bring world-class musicians to Sligo to work with local musicians on a one-to-one basis and in workshop/masterclass format * Strengthen the capacities of the existing jazz combos in Sligo

* Host world class concert performances to promote audience building and goodwill, thus benefiting Sligo socially, artistically and build a healthier music scene in this Gateway City.
* Attract other interested musicians to Sligo from Ireland and abroad to further their musical education, develop the musicianship and compositional skills of the students
* Work on new compositions with composers within these groups
* Promote concerts to feature the playing of Sligo jazz musicians alongside visiting tutors
* Record in video and sound formats the performance for incorporation into teaching workshops and arts archives

ABOUT SJP: Sligo Jazz Project Ltd. was founded in 2005 by four Sligo-based musicians and business people, Felip Carbonell, Eddie Lee, Jim Meehan and Eddie McFarlane, to promote jazz education and performance in the area. All four still play an active part in the organisation of SJP events.
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