Amy K. Bormet is an in-demand pianist, vocalist, and composer. California native Jennifer Krupa is an active trombonist in the Washington, D.C. area. In this talk, Bormet and Krupa will discuss the challenges and rewards of building community and generating support for the Washington Women in Jazz Festival. They will address the challenges of recruiting local artists, securing venues, creating concerts, and workshops, and the importance of bridging different ages and demographics as audience members, participants, and presenting artists. FREE