The 2024 Clarence Jazz Festival Scholars are (pictured from left):Jamie Zieserlfrom Elizabeth College onTrumpet,Leif Sweeney from Elizabeth Collegeon saxophone, and Otto Knuepferfrom Hobart College on guitar.
Jamie, Leif, and Otto were selected out of the largest ever field of candidates for the 14th iteration of the annual Scholarship Program, which is an integral component of the annual Clarence Jazz Festivalandrepresents significant investment in emerging jazz musicians by Clarence City Council.
Clarence Jazz Festival Scholarsreceive a host ofexclusive benefits includingone-on-one mentorship with vocalist, jazz powerhouse, and educatorKaty Raucher, five tuition sessions with Tasmanian jazz gurus, a masterclass series including sessions with the Clarence Jazz Festival Ambassador and performance opportunities at Swinging Christmas 2023, the Clarence Jazz Festival opening night, Big Day and Closing Night party.