Reflecting the Centenary of Jazz theme of the 2017 Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, this unique conference will present a range of panellists with academic expertise and practical experience in key areas of activity that relate to history, practice, and innovation in recorded jazz, and its place within culture and commerce.The conference is aimed at a broad audience including academics, educators, musicians, music students and jazz-fans, and will provide an opportunity for insights into, (and the critique of) the communities, networks, institutions and industries that support and sustain the production and dissemination of jazz on record. The conference – through a programme of panel discussions, presentations, and performances – will present informed and lively debate around the history of jazz on record, and will cast an eye to the future of its production and dissemination.