We believe that jazz is the perfect platform for students, professionals, and audiences to collaborate, listen,

and support each other while building communities.
 

We are passionate about creating opportunities for Emerging Artists from our hometown El Paso and Juarez area,

by connecting them with performance and music educational opportunities outside of their communities.

The participants of our program will cultivate and flourish by expanding their opportunities with a diverse community of like-minded peers,

a safe environment, mentorship through some of the top artists in the jazz industry, and a supportive path to excellence.   

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Students get exposed to a music scene and environment that most of the time surpasses the musical level of their local communities; challenging, and encouraging them to strive for excellence. Learning happens in communities and participants who are part of our education program develop communication and life skills. They understand that through hard work and discipline they can achieve big goals in life. 

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The Program connects our students to organizations and institutions such as JAZZ HOUSE KiDS based in Montclair, New Jersey.

The participants have attended the Summer Workshop for the past two years,  experiencing opportunities to learn from leading industry

artist-educators, perform at jazz festivals such as the MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL,  and at renowned jazz clubs

such as Dizzy’s Jazz Coca Cola Club at Lincoln Center, top New Jersey jazz clubs and more. 

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We are committed not only to provide students with the highest standards of jazz education

but also to follow a path that will inspire them to continue to create

and be passionate about their craft.  

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Candice Reyes and Abel Mireles

                                              Founders

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The Jazz Exchange Education Program is in partnership with: