ArtsWA Project Support Grant Deadlines

The Washington State Arts Commission’s Project Support grants provide funding for arts organizations, community service groups, and local or tribal governments that provide arts events targeted to public audiences in Washington State. For projects between August 2015 and June 2016, the commission awards up to $5,500 to mid-size arts organizations (deadline May 4) and up to $8,000 to large organizations (deadline May 18). More information available at arts.wa.gov.

Office of Arts & Culture Project Funding

Seattle’s Office of Arts & Culture begins accepting applications for its Civic Partners funding program on May 5, with a deadline of June 30. This program awards funding to arts and culture and heritage organizations, in all disciplines, with a minimum three-year history of serving Seattle residents and visitors.

The OAC also begins accepting applications for its CityArtist Projects program on May 27, with a deadline of July 22. The program provides funding for Seattle-based individual artists to develop and present their work. More information available at seattle.gov/arts.

Call for Radio Programming

Rainier Valley Radio is seeking radio programming ideas and proposals from southeast Seattle residents and organizations in preparation for the creation of an internet radio station this year. Proposals may be in the beginning stages or can include specific details. Technical expertise and experience are not required, as training will be provided for you to air your program. Deadline for requests is June 1. For more information, visit RainierValleyRadio.org or email info@RainierValleyRadio.org.

3rd Annual Jazz Contest for Women Composers

The Seattle Women’s Jazz Orchestra is now accepting submissions for its third annual jazz ensemble composition contest for women composers. This year, submissions must feature a guitar, as the winning and honorable mention compositions will be performed and recorded live by SWOJO with award-winning guitarist Mimi Fox as part of the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival. Deadline for submission is June 30. For complete rules and details, visit swojo.org.

Roosevelt Jazz Program Hiring Band Director

The Roosevelt High School Jazz Program is hiring a director to lead its afterschool Jazz Bands II and III for the 2015-16 school year. The director will  work with Scott Brown, director of the jazz program, to support student musicians in their growth. Candidates should have experience in mentoring young musicians, leading bands, communication and collaboration skills, and a background in musical education. For more information about the position and how to apply, visit rooseveltjazz.org/program/jazzlab.shtml.

Seattle JazzED Summer Jazz Ambassadors

Registration is now open for Seattle JazzED’s Summer Jazz Ambassador program. Open to young musicians in grades 6-12, these week-long sessions combine intensive improvisation and performance training with community outreach to young people who have minimal access to music education. For more information and how to register, visit seattlejazzed.org/ambassadors.html.

On the Horizon
TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival
June 18-July 1

Buddy Guy, Erykah Badu, The Roots, Chris Botti, Fred Hersch Trio, Christine Jensen Jazz Orchestra featuring Ingrid Jensen, Snarky Puppy, Cyrille Aimee, Kenny Werner Trio, Dave Douglas & High Risk featuring Jonathon Maron, Mark Giuliana, and Shigeto, and more. Visit coastaljazz.ca for full lineup and ticket information.

Write Earshot Jazz

The Earshot Jazz magazine reflects and shares the many ways that jazz intersects with lives in the Northwest. Earshot Jazz is seeking submissions from writers: Please email story pitches, comments, news and announcements to editor@earshot.org.

Help the Jazz Around the Sound Calendar

Please email news and announcements about jazz gigs, concerts and community events to jazzcalendar@earshot.org.