New York University's Jazz Master Class Series will feature jazz saxophone legend Phil Woods on Sun., Oct. 9, 7 - 9 p.m. at the Center for Jewish History (15 West 16th St., betw. 5th and 6th Avenues). The program is part of NYU's Jazz Studies Program in the Steinhardt School of Education's Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions. The event is free and open to the public, which may call 212.998.5446 for more information.
WHO: Jazz Saxophonist Phil Woods
WHAT: JAZZ MASTER CLASS SERIES
Developed eight years ago by David Schroeder, director of NYU Jazz Studies in the Steinhardt School, the Jazz Master Class Series nurtures relationships between aspiring jazz performers in Steinhardt and significant jazz artists. The program consists of artist performances and interviews; NYU Jazz Studies master student performances with critiques by the artists are followed by a jam session.
WHEN: Sun., Oct. 9, 7 - 9 p.m.
WHERE: Center for Jewish History:
15 West 16th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues
[Subway lines: 4,5,6, L, N and R (14th Street and Union Square); F, V, and L (14th Street and 6th Avenue); 1, 9 ,2 , and 3 (14th Street and 7th Avenue)]
This program will be videotaped live as part of an on going DVD series. Past master classes have included Hank Jones, Cecil Taylor, Clark Terry, Jimmy and Percy Heath, and Barry Harris. These videos may be viewed online at: http://www.artistshousemusic.com
This series is made possible through the generous support from the Center for Jewish History, Artist's House Foundation, and the NYU Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions at Steinhardt.
For more information contact All About Jazz.
