Activities

Quebec is one of ten provinces and 3 territories of Canada. So why promote one province apart from the rest on the international scene?

As the one province with only French as its official language, Quebec has developed an effervescent culture and is an incubator of great talent that is well recognized in Canada and abroad. Get to know how organizations support the influence and recognition of Quebec artists on the international scene and how the jazz sector is organizing itself through the creation of the Regroupement jazz Québec.

Speakers: Elisa Valentin – Delegate General, Québec Government Office in Munich/Berlin | Jacques Kuba Séguin – Regroupement jazz Québec, ODDSound

Moderated by: Manuel Feifel – Cultural attaché, Québec Government Office in Munich/Berlin

Collaborations between artists from different countries are becoming a trend these last few years. It has the advantage of opening multiple markets for touring. How does Canada fare in international collaborations? Take part in this informal discussion about how to create relationships with other musicians and share your experiences.

Hosts: Kim Zombik – Musique rayonnante, Silvervest | François Carrier – ColyaKooMusic, Carrier, Edwards, Lambert

Petr Cancura and Josh Grossman present the Jazz Festivals Canada association, an organization that represents 20 Jazz festivals. JFC members have an unwavering commitment to the advancement of Jazz. They are leaders in their local arts communities and have vast experience and extensive relationships throughout the national and international arts world. Learn how the festivals work together, while keeping their individuality.

Speakers: Jazz Festivals Canada: Petr Cancura – Ottawa Jazz Festival | Josh Grossman – Toronto Downtown Jazz