Tuscany International Jazz Summer School & Arts Festival
Certaldo, Italy, 20 to 25 August 2007
An intuitive approach to making music and the opportunity to enjoy the experience of life in the heart of the Tuscany
Principal Aims of the course
The Team
Gilad Atzmon (UK) Saxophones and wind
Scott Hamilton (USA) Saxophone
Kevin Dean (Canada) Trumpet and Brass
Sandro Gibellini (Italy) Guitar
Chris Wiesendanger (CH) Piano
Jason Rebello (UK) Piano
Frank Harrison (UK) Piano
Arnie Somogyi (UK/Hungary) Bass
Aidan O'Donnell (UK) Bass
Felix Gibbons (UK) Percussion & Samba
Alfred Kramer (Switzerland/Italy) Drums
Stephen Keogh (Ireland) Drums & Pulse Training
Val Keogh (UK) Alexander Technique
A full programme of workshops, instrumental classes, small group coaching and private tuition 9am - 6pm followed by concerts and jam sessions every night.
Every GMF workshop features outstanding musicians who are also great communicators. Under their guidance, participants gain valuable insights and playing experience, rehearsing together towards a concert. There are classes in the various musical disciplines such as instrumental technique, harmony, ensemble playing and improvisation, and, as well as teaching individually and in groups, the tutors give performances themselves.
In addition, a unique sequence of activities is offered at a GMF workshop, which together stimulate self-awareness and creativity.
Nights
Concerts every night at 9.00pm at the Palazzo Pretorio or the Garden at the House of Bocaccio. Jam sessions from 10.30pm - 1.00am venue tbc + spontaneous concerts at different locations during the seminarInformal and spontaneous events are encouraged. In addition to the daily timetable and there is a programme of concerts throughout the duration of the seminar. There are plenty of opportunities to play and listen at the course Jazz Club.
Certaldo, Italy, 20 to 25 August 2007
An intuitive approach to making music and the opportunity to enjoy the experience of life in the heart of the Tuscany
Principal Aims of the course
- To offer high quality, inspiring tuition for instrumentalists and vocalists from all backgrounds.
- To provide a creative environment where musicians can share ideas and learn from each other.
- To develop overall musicianship - with particular emphasis on time, touch, tone and ensemble playing.
The Team
Gilad Atzmon (UK) Saxophones and wind
Scott Hamilton (USA) Saxophone
Kevin Dean (Canada) Trumpet and Brass
Sandro Gibellini (Italy) Guitar
Chris Wiesendanger (CH) Piano
Jason Rebello (UK) Piano
Frank Harrison (UK) Piano
Arnie Somogyi (UK/Hungary) Bass
Aidan O'Donnell (UK) Bass
Felix Gibbons (UK) Percussion & Samba
Alfred Kramer (Switzerland/Italy) Drums
Stephen Keogh (Ireland) Drums & Pulse Training
Val Keogh (UK) Alexander Technique
A full programme of workshops, instrumental classes, small group coaching and private tuition 9am - 6pm followed by concerts and jam sessions every night.
Every GMF workshop features outstanding musicians who are also great communicators. Under their guidance, participants gain valuable insights and playing experience, rehearsing together towards a concert. There are classes in the various musical disciplines such as instrumental technique, harmony, ensemble playing and improvisation, and, as well as teaching individually and in groups, the tutors give performances themselves.
In addition, a unique sequence of activities is offered at a GMF workshop, which together stimulate self-awareness and creativity.
Nights
Concerts every night at 9.00pm at the Palazzo Pretorio or the Garden at the House of Bocaccio. Jam sessions from 10.30pm - 1.00am venue tbc + spontaneous concerts at different locations during the seminarInformal and spontaneous events are encouraged. In addition to the daily timetable and there is a programme of concerts throughout the duration of the seminar. There are plenty of opportunities to play and listen at the course Jazz Club.
For more information contact All About Jazz.
