How do today's young jazz musicians assert themselves in the scene? What role do universities play in this, and how well do they prepare the Young Lions for survival in the wilderness? What factors determine music careers, and how have the conditions changed? Collaborations between the younger and older generations foster mutual inspiration and lead to innovation. How do the young benefit from the old, and what advantages do the young have over the old? The current Swiss jazz scene is more vibrant than ever and is simultaneously undergoing radical change. But who is the audience today, and how can it be reached most effectively? The constant struggle for viewers forces organizers, promoters, and music creators to rethink existing approaches and seek new ways of communication. The Edition.