2003 Jazz Ambassadors Fall Tour

UNCLAS AMMAN 003454

SIPDIS

STATE FOR ECA/PE/C/CU (SROUSE); INFO NEA/PPD (BMOONEY;
DMACCINES); NEA/ARN, DRL

E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: OIIP KPAO OEXC SCUL JO
SUBJECT: 2003 Jazz Ambassadors Fall Tour



1. PAS wishes to be included in the Jazz Ambassadors
Program for the fall FY03. We request the Jazz Ambassadors,
Freddie Bryant and Kaleidoscope for four or five program
days during their fall tour. We are very enthusiastic about
the opportunity. There is a great interest here in Latin
jazz, but opportunities for live concerts are extremely
scarce, airplay is limited, and CDs and tapes are relatively
expensive for the general public.


2. Program supports MPP goal of promoting Jordanian
understanding and appreciation of U.S. society, culture and
institutions. In accordance with mission policy, the
musicians will be met at the airport upon arrival. During
their program, staff will accompany them to all concerts,
and other venues. While in country, the musicians will be
staying in RSO approved accommodations.


3. In the aftermath of war in the region, it has become even
more important to emphasize the universality of American
culture and US interest in promoting strong ties with all
sectors of Jordanian society. Music is a natural venue for
these ties, and Latin jazz is extremely popular with
Jordanian youth from all strata of society, as well as with
traditional Embassy contacts. Invitees will include members
of the royal family, high-level officials, business leaders,
academicians, artists, students and music lovers from the
general public. Thank you for this opportunity.


4. Control officer is: CAO Donna Winton, telephone: (962) 6-
592-0101 ext. 2579; fax: (962) 6-592-0121; e-mail:
dwinton@pd.state.gov. Please advise. Berry