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Jazz Stars Appear at Evening J.E.N. Concerts May 20 - 22
Jazz Stars Appear at Evening J.E.N. Concerts Who: Educators, Students, Musicians (professional & amateur), Industry Representatives,Technicians, Producers, Exhibitors, Jazz Enthusiasts, Media What: Jazz Education Network Conference “Shaping the Future of Jazz Education" When: May 20 - 22, 2010: Concert Series: 8pm nightly; Conference: 9am -- 1am daily Where: University of Missouri -- St. Louis campus: Touhill ...
Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Receives Eric. D. Batterman Grant to Support Jazz Institute
MILWAUKEE, WIS. The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music has received multi-year funding from the Eric D. Batterman Memorial Grant to provide scholarships for youth in support of the Conservatorys new Jazz Institute program. This gift is the largest single program contribution the Conservatory has ever received. Eric Batterman was professional percussionist, keyboard player, composer, arranger, electronic musician ...
Ozomatli Reviewed, Jazz Education Network Conference Previewed
For your Sunday night/Monday morning perusal, some links from over the weekend:Ozomatli was in St. Louis on Friday night, performing at Blueberry Hill in place of their canceled date at Powell Symphony Hall. Ben McMahon was there to cover the show for the Riverfront Times, and you can read his review online here.
Core Music Bundle Offers New Method for Jazz Education
Fifty years ago, learning jazz was based on apprenticeship on the bandstand, preceded by lessons with a classical teacher and a lot of hanging at the clubs. Possibly the latter was substituted by the new Long Play stereo records. Since then, jazz has become an institutionalized art form with prescribed course material. The books have often ...
Alex Skolnick and Rock House Break the Barriers of Jazz Guitar in a New 3 DVD Set
West Haven, CT. -- Rock House, the leader in music instruction, announced today the release of JAZZ GUITAR, Breaking the Traditional Barriers, a new Three DVD set featuring guitarist Alex Skolnick who is world renowned for creating an unprecedented blend of Metal and traditional Jazz. On his first-ever instructional program, Alex shares his perspectives and secrets ...
Practice Concepts: Getting a Grasp on the 12 Keys
Feeling bogged down and overwhelmed with learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and modes in all 12 keys? Try this great practice idea I got from the great bassist, Putter Smith.Practice scales and arpeggios at the pace of one key a week. I thought this was a brilliant idea as it takes a big ...
Alton Museum Establishes Miles Davis Scholarship
The Alton Museum of History and Art has established a scholarship named after trumpeter Miles Davis, who was born in the Southern Illinois river town. According to an article by Jill Moon published in Monday's Alton Telegraph, the museum is now accepting applications for the scholarship, which is an award of $250 for a graduating high ...
Grammy Nominated Garcia Hosts Day of Percussion
Pasadena, CA: Los Angeles Music Academy College of Music (lamusicacademy.edu) is partnering with the Drum Department's own Richie Gajate Garcia for a “Day of Percussion" on Saturday, June 12th starting at 9:00am. The man known as “El Pulpo" ("The Octopus") has done nearly 500 clinics and is one of the most in-demand educators and clinicians in ...
Litchfield Jazz Camp Announces Teach the Teacher: 2 Day Professional Development Training
Kent, CT: Teach the Teacher was developed by Litchfield Jazz Camp to help music teachers at all grade levels develop or expand effective strategies for educating their students about America's national music Jazz. Held on the campus of Kent School in Kent, Connecticut, July 20 and 21, the workshop is open to music teachers and undergraduate ...
Seattle Area Again Well Represented in Essentially Ellington Jazz Contest
Because Andy Clausen does not drive, his age is a point of confusion to some of the older, professional jazz musicians with whom he frequently plays. At 17, the Roosevelt High School senior is old enough to get his license but hasnt. His father, Curt, also an avid musician in his youth, sometimes drops him off ...
