About
About
Founded in 1983, the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival is a 501c3 non-profit organization run by volunteers!
Our Mission
To encourage the understanding and enjoyment of jazz in the United States, and to sponsor the study of jazz, a true American art form.
To sponsor and conduct festivals, expositions, concerts, educational conferences and workshops to further public enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of jazz.
Board of Directors
Sophia Hunter, President
Naoki Taniguchi, Vice President
Mark Bidelman, Festival Director
Jill Abramson, Secretary
Janelle Cridland, Treasurer
Steve Wilson, Volunteer Coordinator
Rebecca Gold Rubin, Marketing/Website
Margaret deFaymoreau
Brian Fitzgerald
Steve Gray
Dr. Rob Klevan
Joanne Le Boeuf
Rich McAdams
Michael Strunk
Contact Information
General Mailing Address
PO Box 7089
Santa Cruz, CA 95061-7089
Festival Programming, Scheduling & Fees
Mark Bidelman, Festival Director
831-588-0789
markbidelman@gmail.com
General Info & and Sponsorships
Steve Gray
831-426-8449
saxgray@gmail.com