For over 25 years, Outward Visions has represented the highest standards in both artistic expression and business professionalism. In addition to management representation of some of the most innovative, influential and provocative artists both within the jazz tradition (including George Russell, the Art Ensemble of Chicago, Sam Rivers and the World Saxophone Quartet) and outside (including Nikolais Dance Theatre, Steve Reich, John Zorn), Outward Visions has also developed a number of revolutionary programs and projects encompassing performance, business strategy, education & community outreach, organizational development and partnership.

At the center of OVI's activities has been the unwavering dedication to bettering the working environment and providing sensible alternatives for jazz musicians in a business that has always been terribly exploitative.

With the advent of new technology comes new opportunity and Outward Visions is not only devoting its energies to the education of future jazz artists and professionals and offering new possibilities to working musicians, but is also working with technology-oriented entities toward developing new paradigms of business and community development for the 21st century. Included in these efforts is the publishing of Straight Ahead: A Comprehensive Guide to the Business of Jazz* [*Without Sacrificing Dignity or Artistic Integrity], and a Teacher's Guide to Straight Ahead with Suggested Assignments, now available. Outward Visions continues to serve innovative artists through its ongoing work with living masters George Russell and Oliver Lake, and keeping alive the legacies of Makanda Ken McIntyre and Thomas Chapin.

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"Straight Ahead"