Maijazz has become one of the foremost annual cultural events in the Stavanger region. Like most cultural projects, Maijazz also experienced a challenging startup, and it was not a given that they would succeed. However, today one can safely say that the festival is a result of a strong team effort between skilled artists, volunteers, supporting politicians, loyal sponsors and last but not least, a growing and competent audience. Everyone has in their own way contributed to developing the festival to one of the country's leading jazz festivals. Maijazz is interested in playing a role in the exciting development of the Stavanger region.