ADVISORY/Technology/Business Media Invited to Join Epson at the Coolest Gig in Town at MacWorld Expo on Jan. 6.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

MACWORLD Expo SF 2000

ADVISORY...for Thursday (Jan. 6)

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

     WHAT: Join Epson for a night of cool jazz, hot products, culinary
           delights and cocktails at one of San Francisco's hottest
           spots.

     WHO: Hosted by Epson America, Inc. Popular jazz recording artist
          Chico Freeman will give a special musical performance at
          the event.

     WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 6, 2000
           7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. (PST)

     WHERE: Jillian's at the Metreon Center, 101 Fourth Street
            (Fourth and Howard, South of Market Street).
            Parking available at Fifth and Mission Streets (across the
            street from the Metreon Center).

     MEDIA
     CONTACT: Jeremy Osborne
              Walt & Company Communications
              408/496-0900 x1059