With support from the California Arts Council, Art of Elan will provide JAM SESSIONS, a 12-week music residency offered twice serving homeless residents at San Diego Rescue Mission who are transitioning back to independent living. In Jam Sessions, the award-winning Hausmann Quartet teams up with with local music therapy experts Resounding Joy, to provide a series of healing, therapeutic workshops to improve the social, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of individuals and communities.
Known for its collaborative spirit, Art of Elan has been pioneering unique events and bringing exciting classical music to diverse audiences for over 17 years through innovative partnerships and bi-national initiatives that have cultivated curious audiences on both sides of the border. Its consistent track record of sold-out performances stems from its commitment to commissioning new work, collaborating with world-class artists and composers, programming engaging and thought-provoking concerts, and expanding its impact in the region through thoughtful community engagement programs. By drawing inspiration from the word élan, which represents momentum, style, and spirit, Art of Elan continues to engage and energize audiences in new ways.