Dedicated series / mission25.0/25
Shareholder-based nonprofit whose entire reason to exist is bringing world-class improvisers and creative music to western Massachusetts.
[1] [2]Frequency of relevant shows12.0/20
Produces between 10 and 20 concerts each season in venues across Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden counties.
[1]Artist roster20.0/20
Books world-class improvisers; past shows include Joe Morris, Sam Newsome and other creative-music artists.
[1]Self-description12.0/12
Describes its mission as bringing extraordinary creative music and world-class improvisers to the region via a CSA-style share model.
[1]Operating model10.0/10
All-volunteer, shareholder-funded nonprofit (founded 2012).
[1]Community reputation6.4/8
Long-running cornerstone of the western-Massachusetts creative-music community.
[1]Listening-room intent4.0/5
Presents seated, attentive concerts at partner venues.
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