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1 Press Release JODYJAZZ INC Contact: Colin Schofield Lynah Ave, Suite 112 Savannah, GA Toll Free: Fax: Web: Jodyjazz.com FOR IMMEDIATE RLEASE JodyJazz Inc Announces Expansion Savannah, GA - JodyJazz Inc the world-famous manufacturer of premium quality saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces has recently announced a series of initiatives to expand its production capabilities and further its reach into international markets. Significant investments have been made in technology, machinery and man-power in order to finally bring the production into line with demand. "We developed some aggressive growth plans a couple of years ago and I'm proud to say that with these latest moves we are ahead of schedule, said founder and President Jody Espina. "Most importantly we have been able to bring the core of our production process in-house. This will enable us to control our own destiny which is so crucial to our future," he continued. The first move was to purchase its building in Savannah which was then soon followed by major investments in new machinery and technology. This new machinery and technology enables a greater than ever level of precision and speed resulting in both increased quality and capacity. The centerpiece of this investment is a state of the art five-axis CNC machine. By allowing the mouthpiece to rotate on multiple angles as it s shaped by the drill bit, the five-axis CNC machine allows for greater accuracy and more nuanced design than was possible with earlier equipment. But not only will these investments allow the company to increase its manufacturing capacity for products already in production, it will also accelerate the introduction of totally new designs, some of which have been in development for some time. Being able to now do all prototyping in-house has streamlined the company s prototyping process. Plus the use of technological advancements, such as a 3D scanning process, allows the design, development and testing of a new mouthpiece to all occur within a matter of a few days now. The company also recently announced the appointment of Colin Schofield to the newly created position of Vice President of Sales & Marketing. An experienced industry professional, Schofield has previously held positions at the Avedis Zildjian Company and Gretsch.

2 JodyJazz Inc also continues to expand its publishing division dedicated to the development and distribution of music education media, originally established with the introduction of the successful DVD The music of George Garzone and The Triadic Chromatic Approach by JodyJazz Endorser George Garzone. The company has recently expanded its offerings with several new titles including the new DVD by George Garzone titled In the Funk Zone". Featuring an all-star line-up including guitar great Mike Stern, bass virtuoso John Patitucci and legendary drummer Kenwood Dennard, the new DVD has been highly acclaimed and received many stellar reviews. A new generation of play-along CDs titled Tradin with the Greats has also been released with the first in the series featuring Garzone and pianist Kenny Werner. Look out for many new publishing projects in the future. Jody Espina and the staff of JodyJazz Inc with the new five-axis CNC machine at the company s facilities in Savannah, GA C JODYJAZZ INC 1335 Lynah Ave, Suite 112, Savannah, GA Jodyjazz.com

3 Press Release JODYJAZZ INC Contact: Colin Schofield Lynah Ave, Suite 112 Savannah, GA Toll Free: Fax: Web: Jodyjazz.com FOR IMMEDIATE RLEASE JodyJazz Inc Wins Music Inc Magazine 2012 Product Excellence Award Savannah, GA JodyJazz Inc, one of the world s foremost manufacturers of premium saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces, has been named as a winner of the 2012 Music Inc Magazine Product Excellence Awards. The only woodwind product to receive the award, typical voter remarks included comments such as Great margin for the dealer, great brand story and a great face behind the product in Jody Espina. Winner of several awards for product design and application of innovative technologies over the past few years, JodyJazz founder and President Jody Espina commented What makes this award so special is that it is the result of a vote by retailers. So I am particularly proud of this award, he continued. I want to thank all the retailers who voted for us and I commit to you that we will keep doing what we ve been doing and strive to be even better by making the best mouthpieces that money can buy. The flagship of the JodyJazz range is the JodyJazz DV Series mouthpieces. These superior mouthpieces offer several exclusive and patented design innovations making them unique in the marketplace. Firstly their design utilizes Phi Proportions, also known as the Golden Section Proportions. These are the proportions that occur throughout nature and have appeared regularly in the course of history. They are found in the Stradivarius Violin, the Nautilus shell, the dolphin, human beings, the Ancient Pyramids and much more. With the DV series, (named DV for Da Vinci ) Golden Section Proportions are used for the first time on a saxophone mouthpiece resulting in a chamber that increases harmonics making the sound bigger and richer. DV mouthpieces also feature a revolutionary Secondary Window design. The moving sound wave inside of the mouthpiece is now able to strike the vibrating reed above the bore of the mouthpiece instead of the mouthpiece material that is usually there. Finally, through the innovative use of new CNC technology, the company developed a proprietary way of putting on a new facing curve that ensures perfection every time. The JodyJazz DV Series offers mouthpieces for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone and Bass. The DV series is also now joined by the DV NY and DV CHI Series. For more information visit:

4 The flagship of the range the JodyJazz DV mouthpiece features a patented design and innovative application of the Golden Number found in nature. C JODYJAZZ INC 1335 Lynah Ave, Suite 112, Savannah, GA Jodyjazz.com

5 Press Release JODYJAZZ INC Contact: Colin Schofield Lynah Ave, Suite 112 Savannah, GA Toll Free: Fax: Web: Jodyjazz.com FOR IMMEDIATE RLEASE JodyJazz Mouthpieces Recognized on The Golden Number Website Savannah, GA JodyJazz Inc has been recognized on The Golden Number website for its innovative and exclusive application of Phi, the Golden Section Proportions, in the design of its JodyJazz DV Series saxophone mouthpieces. Phi, 1.618, is also known as the 'Golden Section', 'Golden Ratio' and the 'Golden Mean'. These are the proportions that occur throughout nature and have appeared regularly in the course of history. They are found in the Stradivarius Violin, the Nautilus shell, the dolphin, human beings, the Ancient Pyramids and much more. The Golden Number website explores the pervasive appearance of Phi in mathematics, geometry, life and the universe. The site is operated by a global community dedicated to providing the best information on Phi, showing how it may be applied, and demonstrating the ultimate limitless of its applications. With the JodyJazz DV Series mouthpieces (named DV for Da Vinci ), the Golden Section proportions are used for the first time on a saxophone mouthpiece. Every measurement was analyzed with Phi in mind and used when applicable said Jody Espina, founder and President of JodyJazz Inc. This included the length of the bore, the width of the shank walls, the beak of the mouthpiece, the depth of the bore at the facing and others, he continued. The amount of harmonics in the sound, and therefore the projection of the mouthpiece, is huge. This eliminates the annoying shrillness that is associated with loud, bright mouthpieces. The results have been astounding; with artists saying that it s brighter, louder, fuller and easier to play than any mouthpieces they had used before. For more information on Phi and The Golden Number website please visit:-

6 The JodyJazz DV mouthpiece features innovative application of the Golden Number found in nature. C JODYJAZZ INC 1335 Lynah Ave, Suite 112, Savannah, GA Jodyjazz.com

7 Press Release JODYJAZZ INC Contact: Colin Schofield Lynah Ave, Suite 112 Savannah, GA Toll Free: Fax: Web: Jodyjazz.com FOR IMMEDIATE RLEASE JodyJazz Inc Wins 2012 TAG Excalibur Award Awards Recognize Best Use of Technology for Business and Education Savannah, GA JodyJazz Inc, one of the world s foremost manufacturers of premium saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces, has been named as the Winner of the 2012 TAG Excalibur Award in the small business category. The TAG Excalibur Awards are presented annually by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia s technology industry, in collaboration with the Business and Technology Alliance of TAG (B&TA). The award acknowledged JodyJazz Inc s visionary adoption of new technology to expand their in-house manufacturing, allowing them to both increase quality and production capacity and also importantly to facilitate the more effective design and prototyping of new models. TAG s 2012 Excalibur Awards recognize the Georgia companies and organizations demonstrating the best use of third-party technology to overcome challenges and improve processes in business and education. Winners were recognized at the 2012 Excalibur Awards ceremony on October 26, 2012, at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel. We are truly pleased to honor the recipients of the 2012 Excalibur Awards, said Tino Mantella, president & CEO of TAG. Technology innovation is occurring across companies and organizations of all sizes throughout the state of Georgia. We believe celebrating these tech-enabled companies and organizations strengthens our message of Georgia s emerging position as a national leader in technology. We are honored to receive this award as it acknowledges some of the important advancements we have made that will maximize our productivity and improve the overall experience of our customers, said Jody Espina, President and Founder of JodyJazz Inc. Since moving the business to Georgia in 2008 we have had ready access to many new technologies and we are proud to be representative of the innovation happening in our state every day. To see the JodyJazz profile video on the TAG website showcasing their new technology, visit:

8 About JodyJazz Inc. Jody Espina has created unique, high quality saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces to meet the needs of discerning professionals and students alike. Featuring groundbreaking design innovations and state of the art manufacturing techniques, they are the choice of the world s leading saxophonists. Each mouthpiece is individually handcrafted in the USA to the strictest quality standards and with the highest possible attention to detail. Also now a Jazz Education publishing powerhouse, JodyJazz Inc's next generation play-alongs and instructional DVDs have been described as "Game Changing" by the leading industry publications. About The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) is the leading technology industry association in the state, serving more than 17,800 members and hosting over 200 events each year. TAG s mission is to educate, promote, influence and unite Georgia s technology community to foster an innovative and connected marketplace that stimulates and enhances a tech-based economy. The association provides members with access to networking and educational programs; recognizes and promotes Georgia s technology leaders and companies; and advocates for legislative action that enhances the state s economic climate for technology. Additionally, the TAG Education Collaborative (TAG s charitable arm) focuses on helping science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education initiatives thrive. For more information visit the TAG website at or TAG s community website at To learn about the TAG-Ed Collaborative visit About The Business and Technology Alliance of TAG The Business and Technology Alliance of TAG is focused on addressing the challenges of today's fast paced marketplace by bringing together business leaders and technology innovators to address key business issues. Their mission is to foster business innovation through the exploration of technological advancements and the ways in which these technologies can help corporations in all industries to solve complex problems and be more competitive. For more information, visit Photo Credit: Jody Espina, Founder and President of JodyJazz accepts his Excalibur Award from Tino Mantella, president and CEO of TAG. Prashant at ByteGraph Creations C JODYJAZZ INC 1335 Lynah Ave, Suite 112, Savannah, GA Jodyjazz.com

9 Press Release JODYJAZZ INC Contact: Colin Schofield Lynah Ave, Suite 112 Savannah, GA Toll Free: Fax: Web: Jodyjazz.com FOR IMMEDIATE RLEASE JodyJazz Artists Make 2012 a Year to Remember Savannah, GA JodyJazz Inc, makers of the world renowned range of premium saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces, recognizes 2012 as an exciting and successful year for many of its Endorser Artists. We are proud to have so many great Artists saxophone players playing our mouthpieces, said Jody Espina, founder and President of JodyJazz Inc. These are fine musicians and truly exceptional people and I d like to acknowledge some of their activities and success. Andy Snitzer released his seventh album Traveler in 2011 but it continued to appear on the Billboard Jazz charts throughout Andy not only played saxophone but also contributes synthesizer, electric piano, and rhythm programming, the recording received universal acclaim from critics and fans alike. A mainstay of Paul Simon s touring band for several years now, 2013 is shaping up to be another busy year for Andy with an extensive tour of Asia planned for the spring. Caleb Chapman continues to oversee the development of Utah s most talented young musicians in 11 elite ensembles, including the Crescent Super Band, frequently hailed as one of the best youth big bands in the world was another incredibly successful year with the Crescent Super Band being honored for the 2 nd time with the highly prestigious Best of State Statue (BOSS) Award recognizing the program as the top organization in Utah Arts and Entertainment. In addition Caleb himself also personally won the Utah Best of State medal for Best Music Educator. Also in 2012 Caleb s students were honored with 7 DownBeat Awards promises to be no less exciting with the Crescent Super Band scheduled to headline their first show at Carnegie Hall in May has been another busy year for two-time Latin Grammy nominee, Dr. Ed Calle. Calle serves as Chairperson of Arts & Philosophy at Miami Dade College where he continues to lead a transformation in music teaching methods. In addition to his teaching and administration duties, Calle has been composing and arranging music with a variety of artists including the Fuego Caliente Latin Jazz Orchestra and the Miami Saxophone Quartet. He is also finishing a jazz theory book and writing, arranging and producing his own 8th solo album.

10 New York based saxophonist Keith Loftis spent 2012 traversing the globe performing on several continents including the Montreal Jazz Festival in Canada, the 18th Big Apple Festival in Japan, the Suriname Jazz Festival in South America with Abdullah Ibrahim in Johannesburg South Africa. Keith is starting off 2013 a little closer to home performing at the The Carlyle Hotel in New York City throughout January. And finally, congratulations are in order to Jason Marshall, John Raskin and Claire Daly all of whom were recognized in the Downbeat Magazine 60 th Annual Critics Poll. Daly placed for Baritone Sax and Marshall and Raskin both placed for Baritone Sax in the Rising Star category. Andy Snitzer Caleb Chapman Ed Calle Keith Loftis Jason Marshall C JODYJAZZ INC 1335 Lynah Ave, Suite 112, Savannah, GA Jodyjazz.com

11 Press Release JODYJAZZ INC Contact: Colin Schofield Lynah Ave, Suite 112 Savannah, GA Toll Free: Fax: Web: Jodyjazz.com FOR IMMEDIATE RLEASE JodyJazz Supports Savannah Jazz Festival Savannah, GA Taking place across eight nights in September, the 2012 Savannah Jazz Festival featured a host of world-class Jazz musicians and delighted audiences with its variety of great music, scenic locations and stellar performances. JodyJazz Inc provided major support and sponsorship for the 2012 Savannah Jazz Festival. Located in Savannah, GA, JodyJazz Inc is a world leader in the manufacture of Saxophone and Clarinet mouthpieces and has also recently launched a Music Education media division. Now in its 31 st year the Savannah Jazz festival is a much loved and consistent highlight of the Savannah Music scene. Company founder and President, and acclaimed saxophone player, Jody Espina was a major participate and frequent musical contributor to the event performing on several nights of the festival. Espina appeared with his own Quartet featuring Howard Paul (President of Benedetto Guitars), bassist Delbert Felix and special guest Claire Fraiser. He was also a featured performer with Bob Masteller & The Jazz Corner All Stars. But the highlight of the festival was the Savannah Jazz Orchestra, with Espina playing lead Alto Sax, at the Saturday night concert under the stars in beautiful Forsyth Park. The concert featured special guest appearances by two leading saxophonists and JodyJazz Endorser Artists; Ed Calle and Sam Skelton. Calle has appeared on thousands of recordings and has performed with some of the biggest names in the business including Gloria Estefan, Arturo Sandoval, Jon Secada, Julio Iglesias, Vanessa Williams and Bob James. Calle currently serves as Associate Professor Senior of Music Business and Production at Miami Dade College. Sam Skelton has appeared on numerous studio recordings with such artists as Elton John, Matchbox 20, Train, Edwin McCain, The Gap Band and The Ohio Players and has recorded countless TV show themes and radio jingles. Skelton is currently Director of Jazz Studies and Senior Lecturer in Saxophone at Kennesaw State University. Both Calle and Skelton s appearance at the festival was sponsored by JodyJazz. The Orchestra played the music of both the guest artists, but one of Espina s compositions Jody's Blues in which all three saxophonists were featured soloists, proved to be a fantastic climax. Check out Jody Espina, Ed Calle and Sam Skelton playing Jody s Blues with the Savannah Jazz Orchestra at the 2012 Savannah Jazz Festival at the link below:-

12 Jody Espina (middle), founder and President of JodyJazz Inc, performs at the 2012 Savannah Jazz Festival with JodyJazz endorser artists Ed Calle (right) and Sam Skelton (left). C JODYJAZZ INC 1335 Lynah Ave, Suite 112, Savannah, GA Jodyjazz.com