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Transparent Productions

Washington, DC · presenter · DIY collective

89/100
Cornerstone

Exists to present this music. A pilgrimage venue.
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Dedicated series / mission25.0/25
Volunteer cooperative organizing concerts of free jazz / avant-garde jazz / creative improvised music in DC since 1997; now in its 25th-plus season. [1] [2]
Frequency of relevant shows12.0/20
Presents a regular season of shows, frequently Sunday evenings at Rhizome. [1]
Artist roster20.0/20
Dedicated to the non-mainstream side of jazz; books recognized free and creative improvisers. [1] [2]
Self-description12.0/12
Explicitly presents "free jazz," "avant garde jazz," and "creative improvised music." [1]
Operating model10.0/10
Informal volunteer cooperative; 100% of admissions go to the artists, no revenue kept. [1]
Community reputation6.4/8
Multi-decade DC institution for creative music (formerly at Bohemian Caverns, now Rhizome). [1]
Listening-room intent4.0/5
Presents attentive-listening concerts in dedicated performance spaces. [1]

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