EDUCATION

SPRING 2018 PROGRAMS, ENSEMBLES & CLASSES

INSPIRING. INFORMATIVE. INTERACTIVE.

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Cover photo: School Day Concert

Mariachi Flor De Toloache School Day Concert

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

HAPPY SPRING!At SFJAZZ we are proud to serve thousands of youth and adults across the Bay Area with dynamic education programs in the concert hall, classroom, and community.

Whether you are an aspiring musician, a family searching for engaging experiences to share, or an educator wishing to bring performers to your school, SFJAZZ provides people of all ages with extraordinary access to jazz.

PG 4 4 Spring 2018 At-A-Glance

PG 6 4 Family Matinees

PG 8 4 SFJAZZ High School All-Stars

PG 10 4 Monday Night Band

PG 12 4 Jazz Appreciation

PG 14 4 Digital Lab Program

PG 18 4 School Programs

PG 20 4 School Day Concerts

PG 22 4 The Future of SFJAZZ

PG 23 4 SFJAZZ Education Staff

“ AN INSTITUTION THAT UNDERSTANDS WHERE JAZZ COMES FROM, AND IT WILL BE A PLEASURE TO SEE WHERE IT GOES.” —DOWNBEAT

Rebeca Mauleón SFJAZZ Director of Education

Photography by Scott Chernis, James Knox and Bill Evans.

JANUARY

JAN 20 4 Pre-Concert Talk w/ Vijay Iyer

JAN 28 4 Monday Night Band Auditions & 29

FEBRUARY

FEB 1 4 SFJAZZ Gala

FEB 10 4 Pre-Concert Talk w/Cameron Carpenter

FEB 16 4 Pre-Concert Talk w/Opera Parallèle’s Nicole Paiement

FEB 24 4 Family Matinee: Songs of Freedom w/Marcus Shelby Orchestra honoring Black History Month

FEB 24 4 Family Workshop w/Joshi Marshall & Friends

FEB 26 4 Monday Night Band begins (12-week program)

MARCH

MAR 14– 4 Discover Jazz Series: The Great Jazz Women: Songwriters, APR 4 Composers & Arrangers w/Rebeca Mauleón honoring Women’s History Month

MAR 10 4 Digital Lab: Intro to Audio Production and the Digital Studio w/Jef Stott

MAR 17 4 SFJAZZ Girls Day: FREE Workshop for Female Musicians

MAR 24 4 Family Matinee: The Blues Is a Woman w/ Pamela Rose & Friends honoring Women’s History Month

MAR 24 4 Family Workshop w/Ami Molinelli

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SPRING 2018 AT-A-GLANCE

MAY

MAY 12 4 Family Matinee: From Roots to Branches w/Doug Goodkin & The Pentatonics

MAY 12 4 Family Workshop w/Doug Goodkin & Friends

MAY 12 4 Digital Lab: Intro to Audio Production and the Digital Studio w/Jef Stott

MAY 14 4 Monday Night Band FREE Showcase Concert

MAY 20 4 SFJAZZ High School All-Stars Spring Concert

MARCH (CONT.)MAR 24 4 Digital Lab: Live Looping & Spontaneous Composition w/Daniel Berkman

MAR 31 4 High School All-Stars Combo Concert

MAR 31 4 Pre-Concert Talk w/Mary Stallings

APRIL

APR 4 4 Digital Lab: Jazz & Hip-Hop in the Mix w/Michael Aaberg

APR 11 4 Digital Lab: DJing & Live Performance with Ableton w/Jef Stott

APR 12 4 Open Recording Session w/SFJAZZ Monday Night Band

APR 18 4 Digital Lab: Intro to Composition with Logic w/Daniel Berkman

APR 21 4 Family Matinee: Tellings Stories w/Paula West

APR 21 4 Family Workshop w/Ami Molinelli

APR 21 4 Digital Lab: Making Your Mixes Shine w/Piper Payne

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For more information, visit SFJAZZ.org/education.

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FAMILY MATINEES

Both fun and educational, Family Matinees provide a window into the exciting world of live jazz. Each one-hour matinee features live performance, audience participation, Q&A and

amazing music. Our interactive Family Workshops follow select performances and are FREE to matinee ticket-holders, led by musician, educator and Orff music expert Doug Goodkin. Enjoyed individually or as a series, these Family Matinees and Workshops will change the way you hear jazz and get families playing together.

Watch all Family Matinee concerts live online at SFJAZZ.org/live, or via Facebook Live or YouTube Live.

Tiffany Austin performs at a Family Matinee

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Songs of Freedom

MARCUS SHELBY ORCHESTRA (BLACK HISTORY MONTH)FEB 24 SAT • 11am miner

In the United States, jazz and other African-American traditions have always walked hand in hand with our stories. The power of music to inspire, motivate, and heal is an essential part of what makes this music so vibrant, and so essential many years after it was born. Join the Marcus Shelby Orchestra as we celebrate the sounds of freedom.

Youth $5 | Seniors $10 | Adults $23

The Blues Is a Woman

PAMELA ROSE & FRIENDS (WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH)MAR 24 SAT • 11am miner

The Blues Is a Woman uses storytelling and music to bring to life the colorful history of the bold and singular women who wrote and popularized the blues. The voices of these women are vibrant, challenging, inspirational, and dynamic, and singer-educator Pamela Rose seeks to ensure that these women, their histories, and their message will be remembered and celebrated.

Youth $5 | Seniors $10 | Adults $23

Telling Stories: Jazz & The American Spirit

PAULA WESTAPR 21 SAT • 11am miner

The storytelling theme continues with this month’s Family Matinee, as vocal great Paula West shares deeply moving repertoire that highlights the indelible link between art and life, and why singing a story can be even more powerful. Join Ms. West on a musical journey filled with a rainbow of emotions as we celebrate the American spirit.

Youth $5 | Seniors $10 | Adults $23

From Roots to Branches: Jazz For All Ages

DOUG GOODKIN & THE PENTATONICSMAY 12 SAT • 11am miner

It takes a village to raise a child, but it takes tremendous heart and patience to teach them to play jazz! Few have done it better than Bay Area musician-educator and Orff music specialist Doug Goodkin, who closes out our season with his effervescent group The Pentatonics (and a few special guests), as they prove that this music is accessible to all.

Youth $5 | Seniors $10 | Adults $23

“THE COOLEST KIDDIE SHOW.” —RED TRICYCLE

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SFJAZZ HIGH SCHOOL ALL-STARS BIG BAND & COMBO

Founded in 2001, the award-winning SFJAZZ High School All-Stars program has cultivated some of the most talented young players in jazz today. The skilled young musicians comprising

our award-winning Big Band and Combo continue to earn accolades wherever they appear, including five consecutive wins at the Next Generation Jazz Festival in Monterey, numerous DownBeat Awards, first place in The Portland Jazz Forward and Charles Mingus festivals, and more. Under the expert direction of Paul Contos (Big Band) and Dann Zinn (Combo), the SFJAZZ High School All-Stars display a technical brilliance and musical maturity rarely seen in the youth ensemble arena. Don’t miss the All-Stars in concert and support the next generation of jazz ambassadors!

For information on how to audition for the High School All-Stars, please visit SFJAZZ.org/auditions.

The SFJAZZ High School All-Stars Combo

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“ THE ALL-STARS ARE SOME OF THE MOST TALENTED AND COMMITTED YOUNG PLAYERS I’VE EVER HAD A CHANCE TO WORK WITH.” —SAXOPHONIST MIGUEL ZENÓN

COMBO CONCERTMAR 31 SAT • 7pm jhl

Our stellar small ensemble takes the stage in this rare showcase, presenting original compositions and arrangements crafted throughout the season. Join us in the Joe Henderson Lab for an evening of exciting music by these incredible young musicians!Youth & Seniors $10 | Adults $20

SPRING COMBO & BIG BAND CONCERT MAY 20 SUN • 1pm miner

The All-Stars wrap up the 2017–18 season with an exciting afternoon of music in the lovely Miner Auditorium. Each spring, SFJAZZ commissions an original big-band work by an alumnus of the High School All-Stars program. We are thrilled to share with friends, fans and family the amazing music the All-Stars have been honing this season!Youth & Seniors $10| Adults $20

Monday Night Band performs at the SFJAZZ Center

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MONDAY NIGHT BAND

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SPRING 2018 SESSIONFEB 26–MAY 14 MON • 7–9:30pm jhl

12 Week Program: Members $400 | Public $450Sign up to audition at sfjazz.org/auditions

SHOWCASE CONCERTMAY 14 MON • 7:30pm miner

The culmination of 12 weeks of rehearsal, this showcase highlights the extraordinary variety of the Monday Night Band’s repertoire, from jazz and world music standards to original compositions and arrangements by musical director Adam Theis as well as members of the ensemble. Join us for a free community concert in the beautiful Miner Auditorium and support one of the most diverse ensembles in the Bay Area!

FREE

Auditions for spring take place January 28th & 29th. For more information on how to audition for the Monday Night Band

please visit SFJAZZ.org/auditions.

Now into its 11th season, the SFJAZZ Monday Night Band has become one of the most in-demand community groups in the Bay Area, attracting a range of talented musicians - from

retired pros to emerging young artists - with a 12-week program that culminates in a thrilling free showcase in the SFJAZZ Center’s gorgeous Miner Auditorium. Directed by acclaimed Bay Area musician and bandleader Adam Theis, the Monday Night Band is open to intermediate and advanced level instrumentalists and vocalists, and provides band members with exciting opportunities to perform, compose, and create new works. Want to play with us? Sign up to audition and join our amazing community of Bay Area jazz musicians!

SFJAZZ COMMUNITY ENSEMBLE

Natalie Cressman

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JAZZ APPRECIATION

Jazz history, live performance, classic audio, and exciting video make the Koret Discover Jazz the most distinctive jazz appreciation course available for adults. Each series offers

an in-depth look at the life and work of some of jazz music’s most enduring legends, and includes stellar live performances by critically-acclaimed guest artists, rich multimedia presentations featuring historic recordings, and engaging Q&A.

JAN 20 SAT • VIJAY IYER

FEB 10 SAT • CAMERON CARPENTER

FEB 16 FRI • NICOLE PAIEMENT

MAR 31 SAT • MARY STALLINGS

MAR 14 | class one Melba Liston w/Natalie Cressman

MAR 21 | class two Odetta w/Linda Tillery

MAR 28 | class three Mary Lou Williams w/Tammy Hall

APR 4 | class four Hitmakers: Dorothy Fields, Ann Ronell and more! w/Pamela Rose

PRE-CONCERT TALKS

Free to ticket holders, Pre-Concert Talks provide deep insight into the performer’s music and creative process. They begin one hour before show time in Miner Auditorium.

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KORET DISCOVER JAZZ SERIESMAR 14–APR 4 WED • 7–8:30pm jhl

The Great Jazz Women: Songwriters, Composers & Arrangers (4-class series)

The contributions of women to the jazz landscape are far-reaching, from the blues, folk music, and the Great American Songbook, through the swing and bebop eras and beyond. For our Women’s History Month series, we will highlight some of the extraordinary songwriters, composers, and arrangers who not only penned enduring hits, but also stood shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts.

Hosted by Rebeca Mauleón Members: $20 per class | $60 full course Public: $25 per class | $75 full course

MASTERCLASSES & WORKSHOPSMAR 17 SAT • 11am–3pm jhl

4th Annual SFJAZZ Girls Day: Free Workshop For Female Jazz Musicians!

Join celebrated women jazz faculty in this very special session for female jazz instrumentalists and singers ages 13-18. To sign up please go to SFJAZZ.org/jazzgirlsday.Space is limited so reserve your spot soon!

Made possible in part through the generous support of the Koret Foundation.

4 One class FREE when you purchase entire series

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DIGITAL LAB PROGRAM

Workshops exploring the ways digital music

is created and performed today, with an emphasis on live performance and improvisation, recording, mixing/remixing and mastering, and exploration of the latest in state-of-the art music production techniques in a digital setting.

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FOR OLDER TEENS & ADULTS

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DIGITAL LAB PROGRAM (CONT.)

INTRO TO AUDIO PRODUCTION & THE DIGITAL STUDIOMAR 10 & MAY 12 SAT • 1–4pm

An excellent overview of digital music production in home studios with tutorials on the latest music software, microphones, and studio set-up, as well as an introduction to audio editing and MIDI arrangement. Ideal for new producers.

Jef Stott, Instructor Members $50 | Public $60All levels welcome

LIVE LOOPING & SPONTANEOUS COMPOSITIONMAR 24 SAT • 1–4pm

Join composer, performer, and gifted multi-instrumentalist Daniel Berkman in this hands-on workshop as he discusses and demonstrates the technical wizardry behind live looping and creating spontaneous compositions live on stage.

Daniel Berkman, Instructor Members $50 | Public $60All levels welcome

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DIGITAL LAB PROGRAM (CONT.)

JAZZ AND HIP HOP IN THE MIXAPR 4 WED • 7–9pm

Keyboardist and producer Michael Aaberg will deconstruct the process of using live recordings and jazz samples to create new beats and remixes. Students will explore the music connections and techniques for remixing jazz tracks into hip-hop and urban music idioms.

Michael Aaberg, Instructor Members $40 | Public $50All levels welcome; Experience with Ableton Live recommended

DJING & LIVE PERFORMANCE IN ABLETON LIVEAPR 11 WED • 7–9pm

This class will explore DJ technique, audio interfaces, cueing, crossfaders, warping tracks, beat matching, effects, and DJ set templates in Ableton Live. A great introduction to turning your laptop into a powerful performance tool.

Jef Stott, Instructor Members $40 | Public $50All levels welcome; Experience with Ableton Live recommended

INTRO TO COMPOSITION WITH LOGICAPR 18 WED • 7–9pm

Join composer/performer Daniel Berkman for a deep dive into producing music in Logic Pro X. Students will learn the main features of this powerful music software, with explorations into the instruments, effects, and arranging and mixing tools of this amazing program.

Daniel Berkman, Instructor Members $40 | Public $50Open to all levels

MAKING YOUR MIXES SHINEAPR 21 SAT • 1–4pm

Learn how to make your mixes stand out from the crowd with this great intro to audio mixing and mastering. Join acclaimed mastering engineer Piper Payne (Women’s Audio Mission) for an in-depth three hour lecture/workshop on the secrets to finishing your final mixes and the mysteries of mastering your tracks.

Piper Payne, Instructor Members $50 | Public $60Ideal for experienced music producers, engineers, and musicians.

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SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Since 1983, SFJAZZ has reached out to youth with in-school performances and interactive programs. From field trips to our unique SFJAZZ Center Auditorium, to hands on learning

in their very own classrooms, our School Programs give students access to jazz’s rich and critical history.

Jazz in Session

AWARD-WINNING PROGRAMS MAKING MUSIC EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE TO ALL

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SCHOOL DAY CONCERTS

These free performances are tailored to students in grades K-12 with leading jazz artists and educators at the SFJAZZ Center’s beautiful Miner Auditorium, as well as direct to middle schools across San Francisco and Oakland. Students experience jazz in all its forms, participate in a highly interactive environment, and learn how jazz is alive, relevant, and continuing to grow today.

JAZZ IN THE MIDDLE

Sends jazz musicians and poets into middle school humanities classrooms to unlock the history of jazz from a social, historical, and creative perspective.

JAZZ IN SESSION

Collaborates with schools in strengthening existing music instruction programs by making jazz education accessible to the Bay Area public school community.

OPEN SOUND CHECKS

An exclusive, behind-the-scenes opportunity for school and community groups, open sound checks reveal the critical preparation that goes into making the performance a success.

OUR SCHOOL PROGRAMS

4 Serve all San Francisco and Oakland public and charter middle schools

4 Provide over 25,000 hours of instruction each year

4 Donate over 3,000 SFJAZZ Center concert tickets to public schools and community groups each year

4 Provide students and educators special access to select interactive soundchecks, rehearsals, concerts and professional development workshops

For more information: SFJAZZ.org/education/Schools-Partnerships

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SCHOOL DAY CONCERTS

Bright moments from our School Day Concerts program

CONNECTING STUDENTS TO LIVE JAZZ

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JIM instructor Hector Lugo

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THE FUTURE OF JAZZ STARTS AT THE CENTER

Your support of SFJAZZ Education ensures the continuation of our dynamic and creative programs in the classroom and in the community, including:

Whether you give $50 or $50,000, your tax-deductible gift helps bring the rich tradition of jazz to thousands of students, schools, and adults. You can support specific programs or all SFJAZZ Education offerings through a gift of cash, stock, or a bequest in your will.

SFJAZZ HIGH SCHOOL ALL-STARS

Training, mentorship, and performance opportunities for advanced jazz students

JAZZ IN THE MIDDLE

Free residencies in middle school classrooms throughout the Bay Area

JAZZ IN SESSION

Free clinician support for school band programs and teacher training

SCHOOL DAY CONCERTSFree school day concerts for children in grades K–12 at the SFJAZZ Center and in schools

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Collaborative partnerships with Bay Area cultural arts organizations

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Providing students with access to jazz across all programs

YOU BRING JAZZ TO LIFE

For more information, please contact Katiti Crawford at kcrawford@SFJAZZ.org or 415.283.0324

SFJAZZ is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our tax ID is 94-2990335

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Rebeca Mauleón Director of Education 415.283.0326 rmauleon@SFJAZZ.org

Erin Putnam Ensembles Manager 415.283.0332 eputnam@SFJAZZ.org

Vanessa Varela School Programs Manager 415.283.0310 vvarela@SFJAZZ.org

Jef Stott Digital Resources & Production Coordinator 415.283.0365 jstott@SFJAZZ.org

Imani Cezanne Community Outreach Coordinator 415.539.8279 icezanne@SFJAZZ.org

Jasmarie Murry School Programs Coordinator 415.283.0343 jmurry@SFJAZZ.org

Jamahn Lee School Programs Assistant jlee@SFJAZZ.org

Sheba Aaberg School Programs Liaison saaberg@SFJAZZ.org

Veronica Limcaco Administrative Assistant vlimcaco@SFJAZZ.org

SFJAZZ EDUCATION STAFF

INSTITUTIONAL

Abundance Foundation

California Arts Council

Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation

Bill Graham Supporting Foundation

Walter & Elise Haas Fund

The Hut Foundation

The Kimball Foundation

Koret Foundation

Macy’s Foundation

Willard L. Marmelzat Foundation

Seyfarth Shaw Charitable Foundation

Silver Giving Foundation

Stupski Foundation

Umpqua Bank

INDIVIDUAL

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Bill and Kate Duhamel

Concepción and Irwin Federman

Keith Kappmeyer

David S. Leinbach

Ms. Linda Minor

Susan Sillins

Darian, Rick, Adam, and Ben Swig

Jim Gillespie in honor of Philip Weinstein

The Three Vernas

Daphne and Stuart Wells

Mr. and Mrs. Thurman V. White, Jr.

We are grateful to the foundations, corporations, and individuals who have supported SFJAZZ Education programs directly with a gift of $1,000

or more in the last year:

SFJAZZ is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our tax ID is 94-2990335

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