A Soundtrack to Remember

Over 480 guests gathered at the Amazon Meeting Center on March 9 at the Soundtrack for the Future Gala hosted by Seattle JazzED. This annual event benefits JazzED’s work to foster lifelong learners through accessible, exceptional jazz education.

Thanks to the generosity of the collective, the organization raised $392,000 and counting as folks continue to send in their gifts. Every dollar makes a difference and community support is essential to JazzED's ability to reach as many students as possible.

Party goers dined on southern inspired fare prepared by Old Ballard Catering Company and desserts from Bell’s Cookies. Emcee father and son duo, Elvis and Malcolm Fraser, guided guests throughout the evening and Executive Director Laurie de Koch shared her vision for the future focus of the organization. Performances featured headliners Martina DaSilva and Friends, JazzED alum and current staff member Walter Cano, and current students in the JazzED Connections program. In a surprise twist, audience members were invited to participate in a full group musical moment directed by JazzED Drumline instructor, Tony Sodano.

Click the button below to see photos of the 2023 Soundtrack to the Future. (Captures by Emazing Photography)