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Transcript of Jazzschool Spring 2015 Course Catalog
2015SPRING
CATALOGcourses
workshops concerts
INTRODUCTION
Overview 2
StudentTestimonials 4
Support 6
JazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool 8
CaliforniaJazzConservatoryDegreeProgram 10
Introductions&Calendar 12
ADULT PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES
Jazz 14
Latin 17
Brazilian&World 18
Pop,Funk,R&BandBlues 19
ADULT INSTRUMENTAL COURSES
Piano&Keyboards 20
Guitar 22
Saxophone 24
Harmonica 24
Bass 24
Drums&Percussion 26
THEORY, IMPROVISATION& COMPOSITION
Theory&Improvisation 28
Composition&Arranging 28
ADULT VOCAL COURSES
Introduction&Calendar 29
Performance 30
Technique&Musicianship 34
VocalMentorProgram 35
VocalWorkshops 36
FacultyProfile:AngieDoctor 40
SummerVocalIntensive 61
YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAM
Introduction&Calendar 41
GeneralInformation 42
Placement&Auditions 43
InstrumentalEnsembles 44
VocalCourses 45
WORKSHOPS
Vocal 36
Bass 46
Drums&Percussion 46
Composition&Arranging 47
Piano&Keyboard 48
Strings 50
Technology 51
Theory&Improvisation 52
Wellness 55
CAMPS & INTENSIVES
SummerYouthProgram 57
HighSchoolJazzIntensive 58
Girls’Jazz&BluesCamp 59
SummerGuitarIntensive 60
SummerVocalIntensive 61
CONCERTS
SpringConcertSeries 62
FACULTY
JazzschoolCMSFaculty 64
GIFTS, GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
IndividualGifts 70
Foundations&CorporateGifts 74
Scholarships&GiftsIn-Kind 75
BOARD, STAFF & ENROLLMENT
JazzschoolTrustees&Staff 76
Instructions&Application 78
SPRING 2015 CATALOG PRODUCTIONDesign PoulsonGluckDesign
Writing&editing RobEwing,LaurieAntonioli
Photography HaliMcGrath,GrasonLittles, RobinKempster, ScottChernisandothers
Photoresearch SherylLynnThomas
Printing FolgerGraphics
Cover TylerJohnston, HaliMcGrath,photo
Table of Contents
Note: Course, workshop and concert schedules subject to change. Please visit cjc.edu for the most current information.
We are proud to be affi
liated with the California Jazz Conservatory.
www.fantasystudios.com510 486 2038110753107130
INTRODUCTION
Overview 2
StudentTestimonials 4
Support 6
JazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool 8
CaliforniaJazzConservatoryDegreeProgram 10
Introductions&Calendar 12
ADULT PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES
Jazz 14
Latin 17
Brazilian&World 18
Pop,Funk,R&BandBlues 19
ADULT INSTRUMENTAL COURSES
Piano&Keyboards 20
Guitar 22
Saxophone 24
Harmonica 24
Bass 24
Drums&Percussion 26
THEORY, IMPROVISATION& COMPOSITION
Theory&Improvisation 28
Composition&Arranging 28
ADULT VOCAL COURSES
Introduction&Calendar 29
Performance 30
Technique&Musicianship 34
VocalMentorProgram 35
VocalWorkshops 36
FacultyProfile:AngieDoctor 40
SummerVocalIntensive 61
YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAM
Introduction&Calendar 41
GeneralInformation 42
Placement&Auditions 43
InstrumentalEnsembles 44
VocalCourses 45
WORKSHOPS
Vocal 36
Bass 46
Drums&Percussion 46
Composition&Arranging 47
Piano&Keyboard 48
Strings 50
Technology 51
Theory&Improvisation 52
Wellness 55
CAMPS & INTENSIVES
SummerYouthProgram 57
HighSchoolJazzIntensive 58
Girls’Jazz&BluesCamp 59
SummerGuitarIntensive 60
SummerVocalIntensive 61
CONCERTS
SpringConcertSeries 62
FACULTY
JazzschoolCMSFaculty 64
GIFTS, GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
IndividualGifts 70
Foundations&CorporateGifts 74
Scholarships&GiftsIn-Kind 75
BOARD, STAFF & ENROLLMENT
JazzschoolTrustees&Staff 76
Instructions&Application 78
SPRING 2015 CATALOG PRODUCTIONDesign PoulsonGluckDesign
Writing&editing RobEwing,LaurieAntonioli
Photography HaliMcGrath,GrasonLittles, RobinKempster, ScottChernisandothers
Photoresearch SherylLynnThomas
Printing FolgerGraphics
Cover TylerJohnston, HaliMcGrath,photo
Table of Contents
Note: Course, workshop and concert schedules subject to change. Please visit cjc.edu for the most current information.
We are proud to be affi
liated with the California Jazz Conservatory.
www.fantasystudios.com510 486 2038110753107130
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu2 3
OverviewThe California Jazz Conservatory
is an innovative nonprofit organi-
zation dedicated to the study and
performance of jazz — America’s
indigenous art form — and related
styles of music from around the
world. Founded in 1997, the
institution has recently been
granted accreditation by the
National Association of Schools
of Music (NASM), making it the
only accredited, stand-alone
conservatory devoted to jazz
studies in the United States. The
school is located in the heart of
the vibrant Downtown Berkeley
Arts District, home to Berkeley
Rep, the Freight & Salvage and
many other arts organizations.
Hailed as one of the nation’s most
comprehensive schools of jazz
and related styles of music, the
CJC offers instrumentalists and
vocalists of all ages and skill levels
a broad spectrum of performance
ensembles, lectures, workshops
and private instruction. Courses
are designed for the professional
musician, the serious student
and the jazz aficionado seeking
personal enrichment. A multi-
faceted institution, the CJC
comprises several key
components:
CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORYTheCaliforniaJazzConservatory(formerly
theJazzschoolInstitute)isamusicschool
offeringtheaspiringprofessionala
comprehensive4-yeardegreeprogram
culminatingintheBachelorofMusicinJazz
Studies.TheCJCprovidesachallenging
curriculumofperformance,jazztheoryand
improvisation,eartraining,composition,
arranging,transcriptionandanalysis,and
musichistorycourses,taughtbyprofes-
sionalartistsandeducators.Coursework
alsoincludesmusicbusiness,music
technologyandfinancialplanning,
thoroughlypreparingstudentsfora
fulfillingcareerintheperformingarts.
JAZZSCHOOL COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL (JCMS)TheJCMSprovidesmusiceducationand
performanceopportunitiesforpeopleof
allagesandlevelsofability.Consisting
ofthe JCMS Adult Music Programand
theJCMS Young Musicians Program,the
JCMSoperatesyear-roundonaquarterly
basisandoffersover100ensembles,
coursesandworkshopstobuildallaspects
ofmusicianship.Studentsareroutinely
featuredinconcertperformances,open
tothepublic.Withaformidablefaculty
ofrenownedmusiciansandeducators,the
JCMSisacornerstoneoftheBayArea’s
thrivingmusicscene.
JCMS ADULT MUSIC PROGRAMTheJazzschoolAdultMusicProgramoffers
life-enrichingopportunitiestolearnabout
andplayjazzandrelatedstylesofmusic
fromthroughouttheworld.Coursesare
availableforbothinstrumentalistsand
vocalists,andeveryonefromyoungadult
toseniorcitizeniswelcome.Instruction
andperformancesoccurprimarilyinlate
afternoons,eveningsandonweekends,
makingtheprogrameasilyaccessibleto
theworkingprofessional.
JCMS YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAMTheJazzschoolYoungMusiciansProgram
offersmiddleandhighschoolstudentsof
allskilllevelsawidevarietyofcombos,
bigbandsandvocalperformancecourses
throughouttheentireyear,aswellas
campsduringthesummer.Selectensem-
blesparticipateinnationalcompetitions,
andJazzschoolbandshaveroutinelytaken
topawardsfromDownBeat,theMonterey
NextGenerationJazzFestivalandothers.
WORKSHOPSVisitingartistsandJazzschoolfaculty
leadfascinatingandpracticalworkshops,
typicallyasinglesessionoftwoorthree
hoursinlengthandheldonSaturdays
andSundays.Contentmayfocusonany
specificaspectofjazztheoryorperfor-
mance,suchasplayinginoddtime
signaturesortheartofvocalimprovisa-
tion.Pastworkshopshavebeentaught
byprominentmusiciansfromBobby
McFerrintoDaveLiebman,JanisSiegel,
PeterErskine,SheilaJordan,NguyênLê
andothers.
CONCERTSTheCJCfacilityincludesanintimate
venuewithseatingcapacityof100.
Throughouttheyear,facultyandstudents
performforthepublic,providingareal-
worldincubatorfordevelopingnew
conceptsandgainingaudienceexposure
inthecompetitiveBayAreaenvironment.
High-profileartistshaveperformedat
theschool,includingTerenceBlanchard,
ArtLande,KimNalley,TaylorEigsti,
SachalVasandaniandmanymore.
CJC BOOKSTORETheCJC’sin-houseretailstoreisatreasure
troveofjazz-relatedreadingandlistening
materials.Itprovidesstudents,teachers
andthepublicwithconvenientaccessto
extraordinarybooks,recordings,videos
andaccessories.
JAZZCAFFÈLocatedwithintheCJCfacility,the
Jazzcaffèservesupdelectablefare
forstudentsandvisitorstoenjoya
convenientbitetoeat.Achanging
menufeatureshouse-madesoups,salads
andsandwiches,aswellasbeer,wine,
espressoanddesserts.Dropbyfor
agreatmealtomatchthegreatmusic!
TRANSPORTATIONTheCJCiseasilyaccessiblebycarand
publictransportation.Thedowntown
BerkeleyBARTstationandACTransitbus
stopsarewithinablock.Thereisapublic
parkinggaragejustafewstepsawayon
Addison,inadditiontometeredstreet
parkingthroughouttheneighborhood.
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu2 3
OverviewThe California Jazz Conservatory
is an innovative nonprofit organi-
zation dedicated to the study and
performance of jazz — America’s
indigenous art form — and related
styles of music from around the
world. Founded in 1997, the
institution has recently been
granted accreditation by the
National Association of Schools
of Music (NASM), making it the
only accredited, stand-alone
conservatory devoted to jazz
studies in the United States. The
school is located in the heart of
the vibrant Downtown Berkeley
Arts District, home to Berkeley
Rep, the Freight & Salvage and
many other arts organizations.
Hailed as one of the nation’s most
comprehensive schools of jazz
and related styles of music, the
CJC offers instrumentalists and
vocalists of all ages and skill levels
a broad spectrum of performance
ensembles, lectures, workshops
and private instruction. Courses
are designed for the professional
musician, the serious student
and the jazz aficionado seeking
personal enrichment. A multi-
faceted institution, the CJC
comprises several key
components:
CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORYTheCaliforniaJazzConservatory(formerly
theJazzschoolInstitute)isamusicschool
offeringtheaspiringprofessionala
comprehensive4-yeardegreeprogram
culminatingintheBachelorofMusicinJazz
Studies.TheCJCprovidesachallenging
curriculumofperformance,jazztheoryand
improvisation,eartraining,composition,
arranging,transcriptionandanalysis,and
musichistorycourses,taughtbyprofes-
sionalartistsandeducators.Coursework
alsoincludesmusicbusiness,music
technologyandfinancialplanning,
thoroughlypreparingstudentsfora
fulfillingcareerintheperformingarts.
JAZZSCHOOL COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL (JCMS)TheJCMSprovidesmusiceducationand
performanceopportunitiesforpeopleof
allagesandlevelsofability.Consisting
ofthe JCMS Adult Music Programand
theJCMS Young Musicians Program,the
JCMSoperatesyear-roundonaquarterly
basisandoffersover100ensembles,
coursesandworkshopstobuildallaspects
ofmusicianship.Studentsareroutinely
featuredinconcertperformances,open
tothepublic.Withaformidablefaculty
ofrenownedmusiciansandeducators,the
JCMSisacornerstoneoftheBayArea’s
thrivingmusicscene.
JCMS ADULT MUSIC PROGRAMTheJazzschoolAdultMusicProgramoffers
life-enrichingopportunitiestolearnabout
andplayjazzandrelatedstylesofmusic
fromthroughouttheworld.Coursesare
availableforbothinstrumentalistsand
vocalists,andeveryonefromyoungadult
toseniorcitizeniswelcome.Instruction
andperformancesoccurprimarilyinlate
afternoons,eveningsandonweekends,
makingtheprogrameasilyaccessibleto
theworkingprofessional.
JCMS YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAMTheJazzschoolYoungMusiciansProgram
offersmiddleandhighschoolstudentsof
allskilllevelsawidevarietyofcombos,
bigbandsandvocalperformancecourses
throughouttheentireyear,aswellas
campsduringthesummer.Selectensem-
blesparticipateinnationalcompetitions,
andJazzschoolbandshaveroutinelytaken
topawardsfromDownBeat,theMonterey
NextGenerationJazzFestivalandothers.
WORKSHOPSVisitingartistsandJazzschoolfaculty
leadfascinatingandpracticalworkshops,
typicallyasinglesessionoftwoorthree
hoursinlengthandheldonSaturdays
andSundays.Contentmayfocusonany
specificaspectofjazztheoryorperfor-
mance,suchasplayinginoddtime
signaturesortheartofvocalimprovisa-
tion.Pastworkshopshavebeentaught
byprominentmusiciansfromBobby
McFerrintoDaveLiebman,JanisSiegel,
PeterErskine,SheilaJordan,NguyênLê
andothers.
CONCERTSTheCJCfacilityincludesanintimate
venuewithseatingcapacityof100.
Throughouttheyear,facultyandstudents
performforthepublic,providingareal-
worldincubatorfordevelopingnew
conceptsandgainingaudienceexposure
inthecompetitiveBayAreaenvironment.
High-profileartistshaveperformedat
theschool,includingTerenceBlanchard,
ArtLande,KimNalley,TaylorEigsti,
SachalVasandaniandmanymore.
CJC BOOKSTORETheCJC’sin-houseretailstoreisatreasure
troveofjazz-relatedreadingandlistening
materials.Itprovidesstudents,teachers
andthepublicwithconvenientaccessto
extraordinarybooks,recordings,videos
andaccessories.
JAZZCAFFÈLocatedwithintheCJCfacility,the
Jazzcaffèservesupdelectablefare
forstudentsandvisitorstoenjoya
convenientbitetoeat.Achanging
menufeatureshouse-madesoups,salads
andsandwiches,aswellasbeer,wine,
espressoanddesserts.Dropbyfor
agreatmealtomatchthegreatmusic!
TRANSPORTATIONTheCJCiseasilyaccessiblebycarand
publictransportation.Thedowntown
BerkeleyBARTstationandACTransitbus
stopsarewithinablock.Thereisapublic
parkinggaragejustafewstepsawayon
Addison,inadditiontometeredstreet
parkingthroughouttheneighborhood.
4 Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Student Testimonials
5
Perhaps the best measure of
our impact is found in the very
favorable student remarks among
virtually all course evaluations.
Here are just a few examples of
the praise routinely earned by
the esteemed CJC and JCMS
faculty.
“ I think Seward McCain is a brilliant teacher. He makes concrete suggestions that immediately improve student performance.” — EMMET EILAND
“Kasey Knudsen has a real knack for teaching at a level that’s comfortable for everyone in the class. Great to have professionals that can not only play at a very high level, but teach very professionally as well.” — CURTIS UEJO
“ Marcos Silva could play and demonstrate what was needed on EVERY instrument in the ensemble. It was challenging but worth it.” — NICK KOUTSOUKIS
“Ellen Johnson is terrific. Very enthusiastic, knowledgeable, challenging and encouraging — a perfect blend. Overall, on a scale of 1 to 10, I give Ellen an 11.” — ANONYMOUS
“I do not think I could have made it this far, both artistically and professionally, without the support and encouragement of the superb Jazzschool instructors.” — ANDREA CLABURN
“ You have a real gem in Jennifer Jolly!!!!” — BRENDA PADDON
“Rob Ewing took inert lumps of clay, molded them into musician-shaped figurines, breathed life into them, and now they can play music together in a group — a feat nothing short of miraculous. I stand in awe.” — ANONYMOUS
“Mimi Fox is like a national treasure. We’re so lucky to have her… Anything she chooses to teach, I’m there.” — JOE COHEN
“I like the Jazzschool because the faculty is top notch. My bandmates have commented on how my playing has improved.” — LUIS ROJAS
“Frank Martin is a beast (in the best way). He is the man.” — ANONYMOUS
“Peter Horvath is a phenomenal jazz pianist and an excellent teacher. I feel very fortunate to be learning from such a sophisticated player.” — LENA JOHNSON
“THE JAZZSCHOOL HAS
REALLY HELPED MY PLAYING.
I CAN’T RECOMMEND IT ENOUGH.
THE SCHOOL IS A GREAT VALUE!
YOU CAN’T GO WRONG.”
— MICHAEL MENDUNO
“This school is truly a blessing. You aren’t just taught by professional teachers who play music, you’re taught by professional musicians who teach!” — DYLAN HABEGGER
4 Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Student Testimonials
5
Perhaps the best measure of
our impact is found in the very
favorable student remarks among
virtually all course evaluations.
Here are just a few examples of
the praise routinely earned by
the esteemed CJC and JCMS
faculty.
“ I think Seward McCain is a brilliant teacher. He makes concrete suggestions that immediately improve student performance.” — EMMET EILAND
“Kasey Knudsen has a real knack for teaching at a level that’s comfortable for everyone in the class. Great to have professionals that can not only play at a very high level, but teach very professionally as well.” — CURTIS UEJO
“ Marcos Silva could play and demonstrate what was needed on EVERY instrument in the ensemble. It was challenging but worth it.” — NICK KOUTSOUKIS
“Ellen Johnson is terrific. Very enthusiastic, knowledgeable, challenging and encouraging — a perfect blend. Overall, on a scale of 1 to 10, I give Ellen an 11.” — ANONYMOUS
“I do not think I could have made it this far, both artistically and professionally, without the support and encouragement of the superb Jazzschool instructors.” — ANDREA CLABURN
“ You have a real gem in Jennifer Jolly!!!!” — BRENDA PADDON
“Rob Ewing took inert lumps of clay, molded them into musician-shaped figurines, breathed life into them, and now they can play music together in a group — a feat nothing short of miraculous. I stand in awe.” — ANONYMOUS
“Mimi Fox is like a national treasure. We’re so lucky to have her… Anything she chooses to teach, I’m there.” — JOE COHEN
“I like the Jazzschool because the faculty is top notch. My bandmates have commented on how my playing has improved.” — LUIS ROJAS
“Frank Martin is a beast (in the best way). He is the man.” — ANONYMOUS
“Peter Horvath is a phenomenal jazz pianist and an excellent teacher. I feel very fortunate to be learning from such a sophisticated player.” — LENA JOHNSON
“THE JAZZSCHOOL HAS
REALLY HELPED MY PLAYING.
I CAN’T RECOMMEND IT ENOUGH.
THE SCHOOL IS A GREAT VALUE!
YOU CAN’T GO WRONG.”
— MICHAEL MENDUNO
“This school is truly a blessing. You aren’t just taught by professional teachers who play music, you’re taught by professional musicians who teach!” — DYLAN HABEGGER
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu 7
Accredited by the National
Association of Schools of Music
(NASM), the California Jazz
Conservatory is a unique
nonprofit institution, bringing
immense joy to young people
and adults of all musical interests
and skill levels. The CJC has
served thousands of Bay Area
music students, from the hobbyist
to the aspiring professional, and
is a creative environment where
there’s something for everyone.
•Largeandsmallensemblesinour
YoungMusiciansProgramareroutinely
recognizedbyDownBeatmagazineand
theMontereyNextGenerationJazz
Festival.Nationalcompetitionsprovide
giftedstudentswiththeopportunity
tobecomejazzmastersofthefuture.
•Manyofthemusiciansinouradult
ensembleshavefull-timeoccupations
andhecticfamilylives.Jazzschool
CommunityMusicSchoolcourses
provideconvenienttouchpointswith
themusicthat’sclosetotheirheart.
Studentsfrequentlyremindushow
importanttheschoolistothem,
providingenrichmentandasense
ofpurpose.
•Workshops,ledbyvisitingartists
andCJCfaculty,allowforintensive,
short-termfocusonspecificaspects
ofmusictheoryandperformance.Only
theCJCoffersayear-roundschedule
andsuchanarrayoflearningoptions.
•TheConservatory’sfour-yeardegree
programisdesignedtotraintheaspiring
professionaljazzmusician.TheCJC
proudlygraduateditsfirstclasswith
theBachelorofMusicinJazzStudiesin
2012.Weareworkingsteadilytobuild
ourreputationasoneofthecountry’s
topmusicschools.
•Withseatingfor100,theCJCcontains
anintimateconcertvenuewhereyou
canhearhigh-caliberperformances
fromguestartists,facultyandstudents
ataffordableprices.
Withthehelpofpeoplelikeyou,wekeep
allourfeesandpricesaffordablesowe
canservethewidestvarietyofstudents
fromallbackgrounds.TheCJCisthe
organizationmostclearlydedicated
tothepreservationandgrowthofjazz—
America’sindigenousartformandamajor
influenceonmusicaroundtheworld.
Tomakeatax-deductiblegifttothe
CJC,pleasevisit cjc.eduandclick
onthe“Support”tab.Or,contact
SusanMuscarellaatsusan @ cjc.edu
and510.845.5373.
YoucanalsohelptheCJCbyrenting
thevenueforyourprivateevent!To
learnmore,contactJesseRimler
atevents @ cjc.eduand
510-845-5373.
Support
6
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu 7
Accredited by the National
Association of Schools of Music
(NASM), the California Jazz
Conservatory is a unique
nonprofit institution, bringing
immense joy to young people
and adults of all musical interests
and skill levels. The CJC has
served thousands of Bay Area
music students, from the hobbyist
to the aspiring professional, and
is a creative environment where
there’s something for everyone.
•Largeandsmallensemblesinour
YoungMusiciansProgramareroutinely
recognizedbyDownBeatmagazineand
theMontereyNextGenerationJazz
Festival.Nationalcompetitionsprovide
giftedstudentswiththeopportunity
tobecomejazzmastersofthefuture.
•Manyofthemusiciansinouradult
ensembleshavefull-timeoccupations
andhecticfamilylives.Jazzschool
CommunityMusicSchoolcourses
provideconvenienttouchpointswith
themusicthat’sclosetotheirheart.
Studentsfrequentlyremindushow
importanttheschoolistothem,
providingenrichmentandasense
ofpurpose.
•Workshops,ledbyvisitingartists
andCJCfaculty,allowforintensive,
short-termfocusonspecificaspects
ofmusictheoryandperformance.Only
theCJCoffersayear-roundschedule
andsuchanarrayoflearningoptions.
•TheConservatory’sfour-yeardegree
programisdesignedtotraintheaspiring
professionaljazzmusician.TheCJC
proudlygraduateditsfirstclasswith
theBachelorofMusicinJazzStudiesin
2012.Weareworkingsteadilytobuild
ourreputationasoneofthecountry’s
topmusicschools.
•Withseatingfor100,theCJCcontains
anintimateconcertvenuewhereyou
canhearhigh-caliberperformances
fromguestartists,facultyandstudents
ataffordableprices.
Withthehelpofpeoplelikeyou,wekeep
allourfeesandpricesaffordablesowe
canservethewidestvarietyofstudents
fromallbackgrounds.TheCJCisthe
organizationmostclearlydedicated
tothepreservationandgrowthofjazz—
America’sindigenousartformandamajor
influenceonmusicaroundtheworld.
Tomakeatax-deductiblegifttothe
CJC,pleasevisit cjc.eduandclick
onthe“Support”tab.Or,contact
SusanMuscarellaatsusan @ cjc.edu
and510.845.5373.
YoucanalsohelptheCJCbyrenting
thevenueforyourprivateevent!To
learnmore,contactJesseRimler
atevents @ cjc.eduand
510-845-5373.
Support
6
Enroll online at cjc.edu 9
The Jazzschool Community Music
School (JCMS) is dedicated to the
study and performance of jazz and
related styles of music from around
the world. There are dozens of
exciting and fun options for both
instrumentalists and vocalists of
all ages and skill levels. The JCMS
operates year-round on a quarterly
basis, normally 10 weeks during
the fall and winter, 9 weeks in the
spring and 7 weeks in the summer.
Performance EnsemblesJCMSperformanceensemblesdelve
intoawiderangeofstylesincludingjazz
(standards,hard-bop,post-bop,fusion),
Latinjazz,Brazilian,blues,R&B,funkand
evenBalkan(easternEuropean).Ensembles
areavailableforinstrumentalistsand
vocalistsatthebeginning,intermediate
andadvancedlevels.Groupsrangeinsize
fromthetriotothebigband.Aplacement
auditionisrequired.
Instrumental CoursesJCMSinstrumentalcoursesprovidestudy
ofaspecificinstrumentinagroupsetting.
Coursesareavailableforsaxophone,
harmonica,piano/keyboard,guitar,bass
anddrums/percussion.Instructionis
availableforbeginners(coveringbasic
techniqueandinstrumentalskills)andalso
formoreadvancedplayers(focusedonjazz
style,harmony,improvisationandmore).
Theory, Improvisation and CompositionInstrumentalistsandvocalistsare
encouragedtotakecoursesintheory,
improvisation,eartraining,composition
andarranging,musicproduction,music
businessandothers.
Vocal CoursesJCMSvocalcoursesprovideanopportunity
forsingersatalllevelstoimprovestyleand
techniqueinagroupsetting.Performance
coursesareofferedinjazz,Latin,blues,
R&Bandpopgenres.Completebeginners,
singersreturningtomusic,andmore
advancedvocalistscanallfindcourses
appropriatefortheirinterests.
Jazzschool Young Musicians ProgramTheJYMPoffersarangeofcoursesfor
middleandhighschoolstudents.JYMP
ensemblesareavailableforbeginning,
intermediateandadvancedinstrumentalists.
Theprogramincludessmallgroupsfocused
onimprovisationandbigbandsthatdelve
intostyleandrepertoire.Vocalperformances
coursesarealsoavailable.JYMPensembles
haverepeatedlytakenDownBeatstudent
musicawardsandbeenhonoredat
prestigiousjazzfestivalsintheUSand
abroad.Aplacementauditionisrequired.
WorkshopsForinstrumentalistsandvocalistswho
preferashort-termcommitment,JCMS
workshopsprovideintensiveinstruction
inasingletwo-orthree-hoursession.
LedbyvisitingartistsandJCMSfaculty,
workshopstypicallyfocusonaspecific
aspectofjazz,suchasmusictranscription
techniquesortheartofvocalaccompani-
ment.ProminentmusiciansincludingRichie
Beirach,GretchenParlato,TaylorEigsti,
MikeClarkandothershavetaughtpast
workshops.
FacultyAdistinguishedfacultyofprofessional
musiciansandeducatorsleadsJCMS
coursesandworkshops.Oureducators
haveplayedwithsomeofthemusic
world’sbiggestnames,includingSting,
PatMetheny,JoeHenderson,RayCharles,
DaveLiebman,CarlosSantana,McCoy
Tyner,PeteEscovedo,DianaKrall,Eddie
Palmieri,HerbieHancock,Branford
Marsalis,JoeyDeFrancesco,Bobby
Hutcherson,JohnMayer,StevieWonder
andcountlessothers.
Enrollment JCMSclasssizeislimitedandall
coursesareavailableonafirst-come-
first-servedbasis.Weencourageyouto
registerearlyandguaranteeyourspot!
Youcanenrollonlineatcjc.edu orcall
510.845.5373.Anapplicationformalso
appearsonpage79.
Jazzschool Community Music School
8
Enroll online at cjc.edu 9
The Jazzschool Community Music
School (JCMS) is dedicated to the
study and performance of jazz and
related styles of music from around
the world. There are dozens of
exciting and fun options for both
instrumentalists and vocalists of
all ages and skill levels. The JCMS
operates year-round on a quarterly
basis, normally 10 weeks during
the fall and winter, 9 weeks in the
spring and 7 weeks in the summer.
Performance EnsemblesJCMSperformanceensemblesdelve
intoawiderangeofstylesincludingjazz
(standards,hard-bop,post-bop,fusion),
Latinjazz,Brazilian,blues,R&B,funkand
evenBalkan(easternEuropean).Ensembles
areavailableforinstrumentalistsand
vocalistsatthebeginning,intermediate
andadvancedlevels.Groupsrangeinsize
fromthetriotothebigband.Aplacement
auditionisrequired.
Instrumental CoursesJCMSinstrumentalcoursesprovidestudy
ofaspecificinstrumentinagroupsetting.
Coursesareavailableforsaxophone,
harmonica,piano/keyboard,guitar,bass
anddrums/percussion.Instructionis
availableforbeginners(coveringbasic
techniqueandinstrumentalskills)andalso
formoreadvancedplayers(focusedonjazz
style,harmony,improvisationandmore).
Theory, Improvisation and CompositionInstrumentalistsandvocalistsare
encouragedtotakecoursesintheory,
improvisation,eartraining,composition
andarranging,musicproduction,music
businessandothers.
Vocal CoursesJCMSvocalcoursesprovideanopportunity
forsingersatalllevelstoimprovestyleand
techniqueinagroupsetting.Performance
coursesareofferedinjazz,Latin,blues,
R&Bandpopgenres.Completebeginners,
singersreturningtomusic,andmore
advancedvocalistscanallfindcourses
appropriatefortheirinterests.
Jazzschool Young Musicians ProgramTheJYMPoffersarangeofcoursesfor
middleandhighschoolstudents.JYMP
ensemblesareavailableforbeginning,
intermediateandadvancedinstrumentalists.
Theprogramincludessmallgroupsfocused
onimprovisationandbigbandsthatdelve
intostyleandrepertoire.Vocalperformances
coursesarealsoavailable.JYMPensembles
haverepeatedlytakenDownBeatstudent
musicawardsandbeenhonoredat
prestigiousjazzfestivalsintheUSand
abroad.Aplacementauditionisrequired.
WorkshopsForinstrumentalistsandvocalistswho
preferashort-termcommitment,JCMS
workshopsprovideintensiveinstruction
inasingletwo-orthree-hoursession.
LedbyvisitingartistsandJCMSfaculty,
workshopstypicallyfocusonaspecific
aspectofjazz,suchasmusictranscription
techniquesortheartofvocalaccompani-
ment.ProminentmusiciansincludingRichie
Beirach,GretchenParlato,TaylorEigsti,
MikeClarkandothershavetaughtpast
workshops.
FacultyAdistinguishedfacultyofprofessional
musiciansandeducatorsleadsJCMS
coursesandworkshops.Oureducators
haveplayedwithsomeofthemusic
world’sbiggestnames,includingSting,
PatMetheny,JoeHenderson,RayCharles,
DaveLiebman,CarlosSantana,McCoy
Tyner,PeteEscovedo,DianaKrall,Eddie
Palmieri,HerbieHancock,Branford
Marsalis,JoeyDeFrancesco,Bobby
Hutcherson,JohnMayer,StevieWonder
andcountlessothers.
Enrollment JCMSclasssizeislimitedandall
coursesareavailableonafirst-come-
first-servedbasis.Weencourageyouto
registerearlyandguaranteeyourspot!
Youcanenrollonlineatcjc.edu orcall
510.845.5373.Anapplicationformalso
appearsonpage79.
Jazzschool Community Music School
8
10 Call 510.845.5373
GENERAL STUDIESGeneralStudiesattheCaliforniaJazzConservatoryareintegraltothedevelopmentoftheprofessionaljazzmusician.TheCJCGeneralStudiescurriculumpromotesbroad-basedculturalliteracyandcriticalthinking,aswellascommunicationsandbusinessskills.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
•PerformatYoshi’s, TheFreight&Salvage Coffeehouse,TheSound Roomandother prominentvenues
•Recordattheacclaimed FantasyStudios
•Workwithworld-renowned residentandvisitingartists
•Accesstoimportant networkingopportunities
GET A 100% JAZZ-RELEVANT EDUCATION AT THE CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORY
JAZZ AND RELATED STYLES OF MUSIC
TheCJCoffersacurriculumofjazzandrelatedstylesofmusicfromthroughouttheworld,taughtbyafacultyofspecialists.
CORE MUSIC COURSES
Forinstrumentalistsandvocalists,theBachelorofMusicDegreeinJazzStudiesattheCJCoffersafullcourseofstudypairingachallengingandeffectivecoremusiccurriculumwithacareer-relevantselectionofgeneralstudiescourses.
LEADING JAZZ FACULTY
Ourinnovatively-designedcurriculumprovidestoday’saspiringjazzprofessionalwithacomprehensivemusiceducationandperformanceprogram—onethatisspecificallycreatedtodevelopeachindividual’spotentialtoitsfullestandpreparethemforasuccessfulcareerinmusic.
•Afro-Caribbean
•SouthAmerican
•North&SouthIndian
•AmericanRoots
•Western&EasternEuropean
•R&B,FunkandFusion
CJC Degree Program
10 Call 510.845.5373
GENERAL STUDIESGeneralStudiesattheCaliforniaJazzConservatoryareintegraltothedevelopmentoftheprofessionaljazzmusician.TheCJCGeneralStudiescurriculumpromotesbroad-basedculturalliteracyandcriticalthinking,aswellascommunicationsandbusinessskills.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
•PerformatYoshi’s, TheFreight&Salvage Coffeehouse,TheSound Roomandother prominentvenues
•Recordattheacclaimed FantasyStudios
•Workwithworld-renowned residentandvisitingartists
•Accesstoimportant networkingopportunities
GET A 100% JAZZ-RELEVANT EDUCATION AT THE CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORY
JAZZ AND RELATED STYLES OF MUSIC
TheCJCoffersacurriculumofjazzandrelatedstylesofmusicfromthroughouttheworld,taughtbyafacultyofspecialists.
CORE MUSIC COURSES
Forinstrumentalistsandvocalists,theBachelorofMusicDegreeinJazzStudiesattheCJCoffersafullcourseofstudypairingachallengingandeffectivecoremusiccurriculumwithacareer-relevantselectionofgeneralstudiescourses.
LEADING JAZZ FACULTY
Ourinnovatively-designedcurriculumprovidestoday’saspiringjazzprofessionalwithacomprehensivemusiceducationandperformanceprogram—onethatisspecificallycreatedtodevelopeachindividual’spotentialtoitsfullestandpreparethemforasuccessfulcareerinmusic.
•Afro-Caribbean
•SouthAmerican
•North&SouthIndian
•AmericanRoots
•Western&EasternEuropean
•R&B,FunkandFusion
CJC Degree Program
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu12 13
Message from the President
DearJCMSStudents,
IwouldliketotakethisopportunitytowelcomeyoutotheJazzschool
Spring2015quarter!
AlongwiththemyriadofinterestingJazzschoolcoursesandworkshops
scheduledthisterm,theCaliforniaJazzConservatory(CJC)offersa
4-yearBachelorofMusicdegreeprograminJazzStudiesforthoseof
youwhoareaspiringprofessionalsseekingtocompleteamusicdegree,
orjustwishingtoexpandyourmusicalhorizonsonapart-timebasis.
TheCJCisnowtheonlyindependent,accreditedmusicconservatory
devotedtothestudyandperformanceofjazzandrelatedstylesof
musicinthecountry.Ifyou’reinterestedinknowingmoreaboutthe
JazzStudiesdegreeprogram,pleasevisitourwebsiteatcjc.eduor
studentsoneitherafull-orpart-timebasisinbothfallandspring
semesters.Applicationsareavailableonline.
Here’swishingyouallawonderfulspringquarter!
Yoursinjazz,
SusanMuscarella
PresidentandDeanofInstruction,
CalforniaJazzConservatory
Greetings!Thankyoufortakingthetimetocheckoutthe
SpringJazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool
coursecatalog.IfyouarenewtotheJazzschool,
wearethecommunityeducationcomponentof
theCaliforniaJazzConservatory,offeringmusic
educationandplayingopportunitiesfortheBay
Areamusiccommunity.We’vebeenatitsince
1997andarestillgoingstrong!
CoursesattheJazzschoolaredesignedtoprovidestructuredandfunlearningsituationsfor
musiciansatallpointsonthelifelonglearningjourney,fromtotalbeginners(youthandadult)
toexperiencedenthusiastsdevelopingnewskillsorlookingforplayingopportunitieswith
like-mindedmusiciansundertheexpertguidanceofourtremendousfaculty,allseasonedpro
musicianswithaloveforpassingonwhatthey’velearnedaspracticingperformingartists
andeducators.
Signupforanensembleandgetlotsofplayingtimeinoneofourfullyequippedclassrooms
(withdrums,amps,piano,andPAsystemsineachroom),enrollinoneormoreofour
instrumentalclassestorefineyourskills,orstartanewinstrumentaltogether!Weoffer
classesforcompletebeginnersindrums,piano,guitar,bass,saxophoneandharmonica.
Wealsohavelotsofclassesavailableforvocalistsinourextensivevocalprogram.
Inadditiontoourweeklycourses,pleasecheckoutourworkshopseriesandinformation
aboutournumeroussummercampsandintensivesforyoungmusiciansandadults.
Pleasedon’thesitatetocontactmedirectlywithanyquestionsyoumighthaveaboutour
courseofferings,orcalltheschooltotalkwithoneofthemembersofourstaff.
RobEwing
Director,JazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool
Introduction & Calendar
Spring EnsemblePlacement Auditions
Ongoing!Toapply:
cjc.edu/ensemble
SPRING 2015 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril6–June8(9weeks)
School Closure
May25,MemorialDay
Spring StudentPerformance Series
June9–18
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu12 13
Message from the President
DearJCMSStudents,
IwouldliketotakethisopportunitytowelcomeyoutotheJazzschool
Spring2015quarter!
AlongwiththemyriadofinterestingJazzschoolcoursesandworkshops
scheduledthisterm,theCaliforniaJazzConservatory(CJC)offersa
4-yearBachelorofMusicdegreeprograminJazzStudiesforthoseof
youwhoareaspiringprofessionalsseekingtocompleteamusicdegree,
orjustwishingtoexpandyourmusicalhorizonsonapart-timebasis.
TheCJCisnowtheonlyindependent,accreditedmusicconservatory
devotedtothestudyandperformanceofjazzandrelatedstylesof
musicinthecountry.Ifyou’reinterestedinknowingmoreaboutthe
JazzStudiesdegreeprogram,pleasevisitourwebsiteatcjc.eduor
studentsoneitherafull-orpart-timebasisinbothfallandspring
semesters.Applicationsareavailableonline.
Here’swishingyouallawonderfulspringquarter!
Yoursinjazz,
SusanMuscarella
PresidentandDeanofInstruction,
CalforniaJazzConservatory
Greetings!Thankyoufortakingthetimetocheckoutthe
SpringJazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool
coursecatalog.IfyouarenewtotheJazzschool,
wearethecommunityeducationcomponentof
theCaliforniaJazzConservatory,offeringmusic
educationandplayingopportunitiesfortheBay
Areamusiccommunity.We’vebeenatitsince
1997andarestillgoingstrong!
CoursesattheJazzschoolaredesignedtoprovidestructuredandfunlearningsituationsfor
musiciansatallpointsonthelifelonglearningjourney,fromtotalbeginners(youthandadult)
toexperiencedenthusiastsdevelopingnewskillsorlookingforplayingopportunitieswith
like-mindedmusiciansundertheexpertguidanceofourtremendousfaculty,allseasonedpro
musicianswithaloveforpassingonwhatthey’velearnedaspracticingperformingartists
andeducators.
Signupforanensembleandgetlotsofplayingtimeinoneofourfullyequippedclassrooms
(withdrums,amps,piano,andPAsystemsineachroom),enrollinoneormoreofour
instrumentalclassestorefineyourskills,orstartanewinstrumentaltogether!Weoffer
classesforcompletebeginnersindrums,piano,guitar,bass,saxophoneandharmonica.
Wealsohavelotsofclassesavailableforvocalistsinourextensivevocalprogram.
Inadditiontoourweeklycourses,pleasecheckoutourworkshopseriesandinformation
aboutournumeroussummercampsandintensivesforyoungmusiciansandadults.
Pleasedon’thesitatetocontactmedirectlywithanyquestionsyoumighthaveaboutour
courseofferings,orcalltheschooltotalkwithoneofthemembersofourstaff.
RobEwing
Director,JazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool
Introduction & Calendar
Spring EnsemblePlacement Auditions
Ongoing!Toapply:
cjc.edu/ensemble
SPRING 2015 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril6–June8(9weeks)
School Closure
May25,MemorialDay
Spring StudentPerformance Series
June9–18
Enroll online at cjc.edu 15
Adult Performance EnsemblesThe Jazzschool Community Music
School (JCMS) offers numerous
performance ensembles for
beginning, intermediate and
advanced instrumentalists and
vocalists. Students are placed
in ensembles by audition and
requirements may include the
following: playing selected scales;
playing and/or improvising over a
piece of your choice; improvising
over a 12-bar blues or other pieces
provided at the audition; and
sight-reading. Drummers are
asked to play various grooves and
solo; bassists are asked to play
bass lines. For more information
please contact JCMS Director
Rob Ewing at [email protected] or
510.845.5373 x14. You can
schedule an audition online
at cjc.edu/ensemble.
JAZZBEGINNING JAZZ ENSEMBLEAnintroductoryensemblefocused
onlearningjazzstandards,developing
improvisationskillsandputtingjazz
theoryintopractice.Studentsdevelop
familiaritywithvariousjazzfeelsand
learntoimproviseovercommonchord
progressions.Thisistheplacetoget
started!
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
RobEwing•$360
JAZZ STANDARDS FOR GIGS Thisensemblehelpsmusiciansdevelop
theskillsandrepertoireneededfortypical
jazzgigs.Repertoire,intros,endings,
interludesandtagsarecovered.Various
jazzstylesincludingswing,bossa,jazz
waltzandballadsarestudiedandplayed.
Classtimeisalsodedicatedtothestudy
ofjazzharmony,asappliedtoselected
standardrepertoire.Instructoralso
providestipsforsoloing.
Section I: Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
Section II: Saturdays 10 – 11:30amSection III: Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pmSection IV: Saturdays 1:30 – 3pmSection V: Saturdays 3:15 – 4:45pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
HARD BOP ENSEMBLEAnintermediatetoadvancedensemble
delvingintothehardbopstyleofthe’50s
and’60s.Studentsrehearsecompositions
fromiconicartistssuchasCannonball
Adderley,HoraceSilver,LeeMorgan
andothers.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
DaveLeFebvre•$360
MUSIC OF THE MASTERSAnintermediateensemblefocusedon
compositionsbyjazzmastersincluding
JohnColtrane,TheloniousMonk,Wayne
Shorterandothers.Emphasisonunder-
standingandinternalizingavarietyof
essentialgrooves.Classtimeisalso
dedicatedtothestudyofjazzharmony,
asappliedtoselectrepertoire.Instructor
providesguidanceforsoloing.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
MILES DAVIS/WAYNE SHORTER ENSEMBLEAnintermediatetoadvancedensemble
focusingonthemusicofMilesDavisand
WayneShorterfromthemid-1960s
throughthe1980s.Repertoireisdrawn
fromsuchalbumsas Miles Smiles, ESP, Filles de Kilimanjaro, Speak No Evil, Bitches Brew, In a Silent Way, Native DancerandJack Johnson.Strongempha-
sisplacedongroupcommunicationand
interaction.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$360
POST-BOP ENSEMBLEAnadvanced-levelensembleexploring
therepertoireofpost-bopjazzcomposers
(1960stothepresent)includingChick
Corea,JoeHenderson,WayneShorter,
JohnColtraneandmore.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$360
“This place is the best. I love it and we’re all SO lucky that the Jazzschool exists.”— Anonymous
14
Enroll online at cjc.edu 15
Adult Performance EnsemblesThe Jazzschool Community Music
School (JCMS) offers numerous
performance ensembles for
beginning, intermediate and
advanced instrumentalists and
vocalists. Students are placed
in ensembles by audition and
requirements may include the
following: playing selected scales;
playing and/or improvising over a
piece of your choice; improvising
over a 12-bar blues or other pieces
provided at the audition; and
sight-reading. Drummers are
asked to play various grooves and
solo; bassists are asked to play
bass lines. For more information
please contact JCMS Director
Rob Ewing at [email protected] or
510.845.5373 x14. You can
schedule an audition online
at cjc.edu/ensemble.
JAZZBEGINNING JAZZ ENSEMBLEAnintroductoryensemblefocused
onlearningjazzstandards,developing
improvisationskillsandputtingjazz
theoryintopractice.Studentsdevelop
familiaritywithvariousjazzfeelsand
learntoimproviseovercommonchord
progressions.Thisistheplacetoget
started!
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
RobEwing•$360
JAZZ STANDARDS FOR GIGS Thisensemblehelpsmusiciansdevelop
theskillsandrepertoireneededfortypical
jazzgigs.Repertoire,intros,endings,
interludesandtagsarecovered.Various
jazzstylesincludingswing,bossa,jazz
waltzandballadsarestudiedandplayed.
Classtimeisalsodedicatedtothestudy
ofjazzharmony,asappliedtoselected
standardrepertoire.Instructoralso
providestipsforsoloing.
Section I: Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
Section II: Saturdays 10 – 11:30amSection III: Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pmSection IV: Saturdays 1:30 – 3pmSection V: Saturdays 3:15 – 4:45pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
HARD BOP ENSEMBLEAnintermediatetoadvancedensemble
delvingintothehardbopstyleofthe’50s
and’60s.Studentsrehearsecompositions
fromiconicartistssuchasCannonball
Adderley,HoraceSilver,LeeMorgan
andothers.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
DaveLeFebvre•$360
MUSIC OF THE MASTERSAnintermediateensemblefocusedon
compositionsbyjazzmastersincluding
JohnColtrane,TheloniousMonk,Wayne
Shorterandothers.Emphasisonunder-
standingandinternalizingavarietyof
essentialgrooves.Classtimeisalso
dedicatedtothestudyofjazzharmony,
asappliedtoselectrepertoire.Instructor
providesguidanceforsoloing.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
MILES DAVIS/WAYNE SHORTER ENSEMBLEAnintermediatetoadvancedensemble
focusingonthemusicofMilesDavisand
WayneShorterfromthemid-1960s
throughthe1980s.Repertoireisdrawn
fromsuchalbumsas Miles Smiles, ESP, Filles de Kilimanjaro, Speak No Evil, Bitches Brew, In a Silent Way, Native DancerandJack Johnson.Strongempha-
sisplacedongroupcommunicationand
interaction.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$360
POST-BOP ENSEMBLEAnadvanced-levelensembleexploring
therepertoireofpost-bopjazzcomposers
(1960stothepresent)includingChick
Corea,JoeHenderson,WayneShorter,
JohnColtraneandmore.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$360
“This place is the best. I love it and we’re all SO lucky that the Jazzschool exists.”— Anonymous
14
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COMPOSERS AND ARRANGERS ENSEMBLEThishands-onperformance-basedcourse
isforinstrumentalistswhoarealso
composersand/orarrangers.Wefocus
onperformingthestudents’ownwork,
togetherwithsupportfromcomposition
andarrangementactivities,assignments
andexercises.Studentsdevelopimportant
skillsasbandleaders:writingwellforan
ensemble,communicatingone’smusical
visionclearlytotheband,andencourag-
ingeachplayer’sownmusicalpersonality
toshine.Instructoralsointroducesnew
approachestocompositionandarranging. Note: please bring a finished composition or arrangement to the first class meeting.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
JasonLevis•$360
PIANO TRIOThishands-onperformancecourse
forintermediatetoadvancedpianists
examineshowtoplaymosteffectively
inthetraditionaljazzpianotrioformat.
Maximumclasssizeisfourpianists,plus
onedrummer,withaccompaniment
providedbyaprofessionalbassist.
Prerequisites: ability to play and improvise over a jazz tune in time.
Section I: Mondays 5 – 6:30pmSection II: Mondays 6:45 – 8:15pmSection III: Mondays 8:30 – 10pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25PeterHorvath•$390
Section IV: Fridays 1 – 2:30pmSection V: Fridays 3 – 4:30pm4/10–6/5(9weeks)
DebbiePoryes•$390
GUITAR TRIOInthisintermediatetoadvancedhands-
oncourse,studentsfocusongroup
interactionanddynamics,soloing,
compingforbasssolos,tradingfours
withthedrummer,buildingrepertoire,
andfinally,gettinggigs!Maximum
enrollment:fiveguitarists,onebassist,
onedrummer.Prerequisites: ability to play and improvise over a jazz tune in time.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9weeks)no class 5/25MimiFox•$360
McCAIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE I Ajazzensemblefocusingonimprovising
overchordchanges,playingwithgood
time,andotherskillsneededtoperform
withothers.Emphasisonstandard
mainstreamstyles:blues,standards,
swing,bebop,AABAforms,ballads
andbossanovas.
Tuesdays 4:30 – 6pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
SewardMcCain•$360
McCAIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE IIStudentsarechallengedbyslightlyfaster
temposandmoreinvolvedtunes.Unusual
keys,uncommontunestructures,and
morecomplexmelodiesarepresented
alongwithstandardrepertoire.Scales
andmodestobeusedspecificallywith
thegivenmaterialarediscussed.Class
focusesonthemusicofMilesDavis,A.C.
Jobim,ArtBlakey,CalTjader,Oscar
Petersonandmany’60s“BlueNoteera”
artists.Originalcompositionsarewelcome.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
SewardMcCain•$360
BIG BAND A19-pieceensemblecoveringstandard
jazzandbluesrepertoirefrom1930tothe
present.Thisbandhasseveralperformance
opportunitiesattheschoolandotherBay
Areavenues,servingasavehicletofeature
studentcompositionsandarrangements.
Theinstrumentationis5saxophones,5
trumpets,5trombones,guitar,piano,bass
anddrums.Afull3-quartercommitment
isrequired(fall,winter,spring).
Thursdays 8:15 – 10:15pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
DaveLeFebvre•$260
JEFF BECK ENSEMBLE newVirtuosoEnglishrockguitaristJeffBeck
isoneofthepioneersofjazz-rockfusion,
performingsincethe1960swithhisown
JeffBeckGroup,andTheYardbirds,in
additiontocollaborationswithmany
ofthebiggeststarsinpopularmusic
includingMickJagger,TinaTurnerand
StevieWonder.Thishighenergyensemble
focusesonBeck’scompositionsfrom
blues-rock,tojazzfusionandbeyond.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
FrankMartin•$360
LATINSALSA ENSEMBLE IAnintroductorysalsaperformance
ensemble.Repertoireisselectedfromthe
musicofTitoPuente,CalTjader,Eddie
Palmieriandothers.Hornplayersand
vocalistswelcome!Prerequisites: facility on an instrument and basic reading skills. Pianist: ability to play basic montunos. Bassist: ability to play tumbaos.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
DavidBelove•$360
SALSA ENSEMBLE IIAnintermediatetoadvancedsalsaperfor-
manceensemble,thiscourseislinkedto
theSalsaSingingcoursetaughtbyEdgardo
Cambón(seepage33).Studentsineachof
thesetwocourseslearnthesamematerial
andcombinehalfwaythroughthequarter
tocontinuetogether.Hornplayerswelcome. Pre requisites: facility on an instrument and basic reading skills. Pianists: ability to play montunos; bassists: ability to play tumbaos; percussionists & drummers: ability to keep time and play Afro-Cuban grooves such as mambo and cha-cha-cha.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
DavidBelove•$360
Adult Performance Ensembles Adult Performance Ensembles
Call 510.845.5373
mimi fox
david belove
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1716
COMPOSERS AND ARRANGERS ENSEMBLEThishands-onperformance-basedcourse
isforinstrumentalistswhoarealso
composersand/orarrangers.Wefocus
onperformingthestudents’ownwork,
togetherwithsupportfromcomposition
andarrangementactivities,assignments
andexercises.Studentsdevelopimportant
skillsasbandleaders:writingwellforan
ensemble,communicatingone’smusical
visionclearlytotheband,andencourag-
ingeachplayer’sownmusicalpersonality
toshine.Instructoralsointroducesnew
approachestocompositionandarranging. Note: please bring a finished composition or arrangement to the first class meeting.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
JasonLevis•$360
PIANO TRIOThishands-onperformancecourse
forintermediatetoadvancedpianists
examineshowtoplaymosteffectively
inthetraditionaljazzpianotrioformat.
Maximumclasssizeisfourpianists,plus
onedrummer,withaccompaniment
providedbyaprofessionalbassist.
Prerequisites: ability to play and improvise over a jazz tune in time.
Section I: Mondays 5 – 6:30pmSection II: Mondays 6:45 – 8:15pmSection III: Mondays 8:30 – 10pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25PeterHorvath•$390
Section IV: Fridays 1 – 2:30pmSection V: Fridays 3 – 4:30pm4/10–6/5(9weeks)
DebbiePoryes•$390
GUITAR TRIOInthisintermediatetoadvancedhands-
oncourse,studentsfocusongroup
interactionanddynamics,soloing,
compingforbasssolos,tradingfours
withthedrummer,buildingrepertoire,
andfinally,gettinggigs!Maximum
enrollment:fiveguitarists,onebassist,
onedrummer.Prerequisites: ability to play and improvise over a jazz tune in time.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9weeks)no class 5/25MimiFox•$360
McCAIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE I Ajazzensemblefocusingonimprovising
overchordchanges,playingwithgood
time,andotherskillsneededtoperform
withothers.Emphasisonstandard
mainstreamstyles:blues,standards,
swing,bebop,AABAforms,ballads
andbossanovas.
Tuesdays 4:30 – 6pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
SewardMcCain•$360
McCAIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE IIStudentsarechallengedbyslightlyfaster
temposandmoreinvolvedtunes.Unusual
keys,uncommontunestructures,and
morecomplexmelodiesarepresented
alongwithstandardrepertoire.Scales
andmodestobeusedspecificallywith
thegivenmaterialarediscussed.Class
focusesonthemusicofMilesDavis,A.C.
Jobim,ArtBlakey,CalTjader,Oscar
Petersonandmany’60s“BlueNoteera”
artists.Originalcompositionsarewelcome.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
SewardMcCain•$360
BIG BAND A19-pieceensemblecoveringstandard
jazzandbluesrepertoirefrom1930tothe
present.Thisbandhasseveralperformance
opportunitiesattheschoolandotherBay
Areavenues,servingasavehicletofeature
studentcompositionsandarrangements.
Theinstrumentationis5saxophones,5
trumpets,5trombones,guitar,piano,bass
anddrums.Afull3-quartercommitment
isrequired(fall,winter,spring).
Thursdays 8:15 – 10:15pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
DaveLeFebvre•$260
JEFF BECK ENSEMBLE newVirtuosoEnglishrockguitaristJeffBeck
isoneofthepioneersofjazz-rockfusion,
performingsincethe1960swithhisown
JeffBeckGroup,andTheYardbirds,in
additiontocollaborationswithmany
ofthebiggeststarsinpopularmusic
includingMickJagger,TinaTurnerand
StevieWonder.Thishighenergyensemble
focusesonBeck’scompositionsfrom
blues-rock,tojazzfusionandbeyond.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
FrankMartin•$360
LATINSALSA ENSEMBLE IAnintroductorysalsaperformance
ensemble.Repertoireisselectedfromthe
musicofTitoPuente,CalTjader,Eddie
Palmieriandothers.Hornplayersand
vocalistswelcome!Prerequisites: facility on an instrument and basic reading skills. Pianist: ability to play basic montunos. Bassist: ability to play tumbaos.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
DavidBelove•$360
SALSA ENSEMBLE IIAnintermediatetoadvancedsalsaperfor-
manceensemble,thiscourseislinkedto
theSalsaSingingcoursetaughtbyEdgardo
Cambón(seepage33).Studentsineachof
thesetwocourseslearnthesamematerial
andcombinehalfwaythroughthequarter
tocontinuetogether.Hornplayerswelcome. Pre requisites: facility on an instrument and basic reading skills. Pianists: ability to play montunos; bassists: ability to play tumbaos; percussionists & drummers: ability to keep time and play Afro-Cuban grooves such as mambo and cha-cha-cha.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
DavidBelove•$360
Adult Performance Ensembles Adult Performance Ensembles
Call 510.845.5373
mimi fox
david belove
17
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BRAZILIANBRAZILIAN ENSEMBLEA4-to8-pieceensemblefocusedon
Brazilianrepertoirebynotedcomposers
includingIvanLins,DoriCaymmi,Toninho
Horta,MarcosSilva,AntonioCarlosJobim
andothers.Emphasisonlisteningand
performinginthetraditionalBrazilianstyle.
Vocalistswelcome!Auditionrequired.
Section I: Tuesdays 6:15 – 7:45pmSection II: Tuesdays 8 – 9:30pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
Section III: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pmSection IV: Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
Section V: Thursdays 1:30 – 3pmSection VI: Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
Section VII: Fridays 12– 1:30pm4/10–6/5(9weeks)
MarcosSilva•$360
WORLDBALKAN AND ROMANI (GYPSY) ENSEMBLE Thisensembleexplorestheirresistible
odd-meteredrhythms,sultrymelodic
modes,uniqueharmoniesandvaried
moodsofcontemporaryBalkanensemble
music,fromsoulfultaxims(slowmodal
improvisations)toecstaticwedding-style
dancetunes.Thesetypesofmusic,as
performedbyartistsincludingBulgaria’s
IvoPapasov,Serbia’sBobanMarkovic
andGoranBregovic,andTurkey’sBurhan
Öçal,aregainingglobalpopularity.All
instrumentswelcome!
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25RumenShopov•$360
WORLD GROOVE ENSEMBLE: NEW ORLEANS & LOUISIANATheNewOrleans&LouisianaEnsemble
isthethirdsectionoftheWorldGroove
series.Itfeaturesthedeeplygroovingroots
musicofNewOrleans,Acadiana,and
Louisianaasawhole.Dependingonthe
lineup,stylesmayincludeNewOrleansR&B
andfunk,zydecoandCajun,swamprock
andblues,brassband,second-line,and
traditionaljazz.SampleartistsincludeJon
Cleary,CliftonChenier,IrmaThomas,Dr.
John,theDirtyDozenBrassBand,The
Meters,Beausoleil,SidneyBechet,and
ProfessorLonghair.Opentovocals,brass,
reeds,fiddle,guitar,piano,B-3,electric
keyboards(BYO),accordion,bass,drums,
percussionandrubboard.Letthebon
tempsrouler!Prerequisites: intermediate instrumental proficiency; ability to read charts and notation.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
JenniferJolly•$360
BLUESBLUES AND GROOVE ENSEMBLEAperformanceensemblefocusingonthe
bluesandblues-relatedstyles.Emphasis
onthegrooveasfoundonrecordingsof
CharlieChristian,T-BoneWalker,Albert
Collins,JackMcDuff,LouisJordanand
other“jump”bluesandNewOrleans
masters.Prerequisite: knowledge of 12-bar blues.
Saturdays 1:30 – 3pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$360
POP, FUNK AND R&BPARTY DANCE BANDPlayingpopmusicisfun—andit’sthe
easiestwaytomakemoneyinthemusic
business.Thiscourseprovidesanoverview
ofessentialtunesfortoday’sdancegigs.
ClassicsongsbyStevieWonder,AlGreen
andArethaFranklinarestaples,butcon–
temporarypartyclassicsbyDaftPunk,
PharrellandKatyPerrywillbeaddressed
aswell.Rhythmsectionplayerslearn
tunesbyearandalsogainaccesstolyric
sheets,whicharecommonlyencountered
ongigs.Alltuneshavecompletehorn
arrangementsandlotsofsolospacefor
everyone!Opentoalto,tenorandbaritone
saxophones,trumpet,trombone,piano,
keyboards,guitar,bass,drums,percussion
anduptofourvocalists.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
RichArmstrong•$360
FUNK, SOUL AND R&BRHYTHM SECTION WORKOUTThisensembledevelopsadeepsenseof
feelandgroovethroughclosestudyand
emulationofclassicfunk,soulandR&B
recordingsfromartistsincludingTower
ofPower,Sly&TheFamilyStone,The
Headhunters,JamesBrown,Parliament
andothers.Opentoguitar,keyboards,
bassanddrums.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
JoeBagale•$360
Adult Performance Ensembles
“Marcos took time with each member of the ensemble to point out fundamental issues, which greatly improved our playing.”
— Steve Raphael
Adult Performance Ensembles
marcos silva
18
“ I love everything about the Jazzschool. I’ve taken a few classes and workshops, and they’ve all been great.”
— Andy Cohen
joe bagale
Enroll online at cjc.edu 19
BRAZILIANBRAZILIAN ENSEMBLEA4-to8-pieceensemblefocusedon
Brazilianrepertoirebynotedcomposers
includingIvanLins,DoriCaymmi,Toninho
Horta,MarcosSilva,AntonioCarlosJobim
andothers.Emphasisonlisteningand
performinginthetraditionalBrazilianstyle.
Vocalistswelcome!Auditionrequired.
Section I: Tuesdays 6:15 – 7:45pmSection II: Tuesdays 8 – 9:30pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
Section III: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pmSection IV: Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
Section V: Thursdays 1:30 – 3pmSection VI: Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
Section VII: Fridays 12– 1:30pm4/10–6/5(9weeks)
MarcosSilva•$360
WORLDBALKAN AND ROMANI (GYPSY) ENSEMBLE Thisensembleexplorestheirresistible
odd-meteredrhythms,sultrymelodic
modes,uniqueharmoniesandvaried
moodsofcontemporaryBalkanensemble
music,fromsoulfultaxims(slowmodal
improvisations)toecstaticwedding-style
dancetunes.Thesetypesofmusic,as
performedbyartistsincludingBulgaria’s
IvoPapasov,Serbia’sBobanMarkovic
andGoranBregovic,andTurkey’sBurhan
Öçal,aregainingglobalpopularity.All
instrumentswelcome!
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25RumenShopov•$360
WORLD GROOVE ENSEMBLE: NEW ORLEANS & LOUISIANATheNewOrleans&LouisianaEnsemble
isthethirdsectionoftheWorldGroove
series.Itfeaturesthedeeplygroovingroots
musicofNewOrleans,Acadiana,and
Louisianaasawhole.Dependingonthe
lineup,stylesmayincludeNewOrleansR&B
andfunk,zydecoandCajun,swamprock
andblues,brassband,second-line,and
traditionaljazz.SampleartistsincludeJon
Cleary,CliftonChenier,IrmaThomas,Dr.
John,theDirtyDozenBrassBand,The
Meters,Beausoleil,SidneyBechet,and
ProfessorLonghair.Opentovocals,brass,
reeds,fiddle,guitar,piano,B-3,electric
keyboards(BYO),accordion,bass,drums,
percussionandrubboard.Letthebon
tempsrouler!Prerequisites: intermediate instrumental proficiency; ability to read charts and notation.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
JenniferJolly•$360
BLUESBLUES AND GROOVE ENSEMBLEAperformanceensemblefocusingonthe
bluesandblues-relatedstyles.Emphasis
onthegrooveasfoundonrecordingsof
CharlieChristian,T-BoneWalker,Albert
Collins,JackMcDuff,LouisJordanand
other“jump”bluesandNewOrleans
masters.Prerequisite: knowledge of 12-bar blues.
Saturdays 1:30 – 3pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$360
POP, FUNK AND R&BPARTY DANCE BANDPlayingpopmusicisfun—andit’sthe
easiestwaytomakemoneyinthemusic
business.Thiscourseprovidesanoverview
ofessentialtunesfortoday’sdancegigs.
ClassicsongsbyStevieWonder,AlGreen
andArethaFranklinarestaples,butcon–
temporarypartyclassicsbyDaftPunk,
PharrellandKatyPerrywillbeaddressed
aswell.Rhythmsectionplayerslearn
tunesbyearandalsogainaccesstolyric
sheets,whicharecommonlyencountered
ongigs.Alltuneshavecompletehorn
arrangementsandlotsofsolospacefor
everyone!Opentoalto,tenorandbaritone
saxophones,trumpet,trombone,piano,
keyboards,guitar,bass,drums,percussion
anduptofourvocalists.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
RichArmstrong•$360
FUNK, SOUL AND R&BRHYTHM SECTION WORKOUTThisensembledevelopsadeepsenseof
feelandgroovethroughclosestudyand
emulationofclassicfunk,soulandR&B
recordingsfromartistsincludingTower
ofPower,Sly&TheFamilyStone,The
Headhunters,JamesBrown,Parliament
andothers.Opentoguitar,keyboards,
bassanddrums.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
JoeBagale•$360
Adult Performance Ensembles
“Marcos took time with each member of the ensemble to point out fundamental issues, which greatly improved our playing.”
— Steve Raphael
Adult Performance Ensembles
marcos silva
18
“ I love everything about the Jazzschool. I’ve taken a few classes and workshops, and they’ve all been great.”
— Andy Cohen
joe bagale
Enroll online at cjc.edu20 21Call 510.845.5373
JAZZ PIANO IIAcontinuationofJazzPianoI,coveringa
varietyofsoloingandcompingtechniques.
Thiscourseprovidesahands-onoverview
ofmoreadvancedchordvoicings(altered
left-handvoicings,fourthvoicings,drop2,
upperstructures,etc.)andsoloingtech-
niques.Standardreharmonizationtech-
niquesarealsopresented. Prerequisites: ability to play 3-note voicings with proper voice leading through a jazz standard (e.g., “All The Things You Are” or similar), ability to improvise on a 12-bar blues in time, playing 3rds and 7ths in the left hand. Audition required. Call 510-845-5373 to schedule an audition.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
BobKarty•$360
BLUES PIANOThislivelycourseoffersawell-rounded
introductiontobluespiano.Students
developtheirown“bluesysound”by
learningexcerptsfromclassictunes,impro-
visingtogether,andcomposingtheirown
themes.Basslines,right-handlicks,intros
andendings,12-and8-barforms,and
accompanimentgroovesareallcovered.
Stylesincludeearlypianoblues,Chicago,
boogie-woogie,jumpblues,jazz-blues,
earlyrock‘n’roll,andatasteofNew
Orleans.Studentseachpickanartistto
studyingreaterdepth.Allmaterials
provided.Prerequisites: Basic proficiency in reading and playing hands together; familiarity with major and minor chords and with major scales.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
JenniferJolly•$360
ROCK & R&B KEYBOARDSAhands-onsurveyofclassicandcurrent
rockandR&Bkeyboardstyles.We’llbreak
downsomeoftheessentialtunes,grooves,
andinstrumentalsoundsthatcontemporary
keyboardistsdrawupon.Possibletopics
includeMotown,gospelpop(Aretha
Franklin),R&B(StevieWonder),pop-rock
(CaroleKing),NewWave(TheTalking
Heads),jazz-rock(DonaldFagen),straight-
aheadrock(RoyBittanofTheEStreet
band),neo-soul(JonLegend),contemporary
pop(SaraBareilles,ReginaSpektor),and
moreadventurouspianoartists(Amanda
Palmer,ToriAmos).Prerequisites: Ability to read standard keyboard notation; familiarity with major and minor chords and inversions.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
JenniferJolly•$360
JAZZ PIANO COMPINGInordertofunctioneffectivelyinan
ensembleorasanaccompanist,jazzpianists
needtodeveloptheabilitytocompina
widerangeofsettings.Thiscourseprovides
techniquesforcompinginavarietyofstyles
includingstraightaheadandcontemporary
jazz,r&b,funk,blues,LatinjazzandBrazil-
ian.Emphasisongroove!.Prerequisites: Jazz Piano I or the equivalent
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
FrankMartin•$360
SOLO JAZZ PIANOIt’sabeautifulthingtobeabletositatthe
pianobyyourselfandplayawholetune—
themelody,thechords,keeptime,takea
soloandfeelcompleteuntooneself.This
hands-oncourseprovidesanoverviewof
thenecessaryskills. For intermediate and advanced pianists.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
BenStolorow•$360
Adult Instrumental Courses
21
Adult Instrumental CoursesPIANO & KEYBOARDSPIANO I Thisentry-levelcourseforbeginners
guidesstudentsthroughacomprehensive,
graduallypacedintroductiontothepiano,
focusingontechniqueandreading.
ConcurrentenrollmentintheIntroduction
toMusicTheorycourseissuggested.
Requiredtexts:Mastering Piano Method 1A, Mastering Theory 1A,JanetVogt
(availableattheCJCBookstore).
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
KatherineWestine•$360
PIANO IIAcontinuationofPianoI,thisbeginningto
intermediatecoursefocusesontechnique
andreading.Instructoralsocoversbasic
functionalharmonywithanemphasis
onscaleandchordtheory,providing
studentswithasolidharmonicfoundation.
Requiredtext:Bastien Piano for Adults II (availableattheCJCBookstore).
Prerequisite: Piano I or equivalent.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
KatherineWestine•$360
APPLIED KEYBOARD HARMONY Throughinnovativeandfunexercises,this
hands-oncourseacquaintsstudentswith
playingtonic-dominant,basicturnarounds
andchordinversionsinallkeys.Students
thenplaystandardtunesusingthosebasic
progressions,inleadsheetformat.The
coursepreparesstudentsforJazzPianoI
andisparticularlyusefulforpianistswitha
classicalbackgroundinterestedinlearning
howtointerpretleadsheetsandimprovise.
Handoutsprovided.Prerequisite: basic keyboard knowledge.
Saturdays 1:30 – 3pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
JeanneWalpole•$360
JAZZ PIANO I Ahands-oncoursecoveringbasicjazz
chordvoicingsandimprovisationtech-
niques.Studentslearnhowtoeffectively
interpret(andimproviseon)leadsheets,
playjazzstandards,playthe12barblues
andworkwithothercommonsongforms.
Prerequisites: basic piano proficiency, knowledge of major scales, ability to play root-position major, minor, and dominant 7th chords, ability to read treble and bass clefs.
Section I: Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week) no class 5/25BemStolorow•$360
Section II: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
BobKarty•$360
Enroll online at cjc.edu20 21Call 510.845.5373
JAZZ PIANO IIAcontinuationofJazzPianoI,coveringa
varietyofsoloingandcompingtechniques.
Thiscourseprovidesahands-onoverview
ofmoreadvancedchordvoicings(altered
left-handvoicings,fourthvoicings,drop2,
upperstructures,etc.)andsoloingtech-
niques.Standardreharmonizationtech-
niquesarealsopresented. Prerequisites: ability to play 3-note voicings with proper voice leading through a jazz standard (e.g., “All The Things You Are” or similar), ability to improvise on a 12-bar blues in time, playing 3rds and 7ths in the left hand. Audition required. Call 510-845-5373 to schedule an audition.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
BobKarty•$360
BLUES PIANOThislivelycourseoffersawell-rounded
introductiontobluespiano.Students
developtheirown“bluesysound”by
learningexcerptsfromclassictunes,impro-
visingtogether,andcomposingtheirown
themes.Basslines,right-handlicks,intros
andendings,12-and8-barforms,and
accompanimentgroovesareallcovered.
Stylesincludeearlypianoblues,Chicago,
boogie-woogie,jumpblues,jazz-blues,
earlyrock‘n’roll,andatasteofNew
Orleans.Studentseachpickanartistto
studyingreaterdepth.Allmaterials
provided.Prerequisites: Basic proficiency in reading and playing hands together; familiarity with major and minor chords and with major scales.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
JenniferJolly•$360
ROCK & R&B KEYBOARDSAhands-onsurveyofclassicandcurrent
rockandR&Bkeyboardstyles.We’llbreak
downsomeoftheessentialtunes,grooves,
andinstrumentalsoundsthatcontemporary
keyboardistsdrawupon.Possibletopics
includeMotown,gospelpop(Aretha
Franklin),R&B(StevieWonder),pop-rock
(CaroleKing),NewWave(TheTalking
Heads),jazz-rock(DonaldFagen),straight-
aheadrock(RoyBittanofTheEStreet
band),neo-soul(JonLegend),contemporary
pop(SaraBareilles,ReginaSpektor),and
moreadventurouspianoartists(Amanda
Palmer,ToriAmos).Prerequisites: Ability to read standard keyboard notation; familiarity with major and minor chords and inversions.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
JenniferJolly•$360
JAZZ PIANO COMPINGInordertofunctioneffectivelyinan
ensembleorasanaccompanist,jazzpianists
needtodeveloptheabilitytocompina
widerangeofsettings.Thiscourseprovides
techniquesforcompinginavarietyofstyles
includingstraightaheadandcontemporary
jazz,r&b,funk,blues,LatinjazzandBrazil-
ian.Emphasisongroove!.Prerequisites: Jazz Piano I or the equivalent
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
FrankMartin•$360
SOLO JAZZ PIANOIt’sabeautifulthingtobeabletositatthe
pianobyyourselfandplayawholetune—
themelody,thechords,keeptime,takea
soloandfeelcompleteuntooneself.This
hands-oncourseprovidesanoverviewof
thenecessaryskills. For intermediate and advanced pianists.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
BenStolorow•$360
Adult Instrumental Courses
21
Adult Instrumental CoursesPIANO & KEYBOARDSPIANO I Thisentry-levelcourseforbeginners
guidesstudentsthroughacomprehensive,
graduallypacedintroductiontothepiano,
focusingontechniqueandreading.
ConcurrentenrollmentintheIntroduction
toMusicTheorycourseissuggested.
Requiredtexts:Mastering Piano Method 1A, Mastering Theory 1A,JanetVogt
(availableattheCJCBookstore).
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
KatherineWestine•$360
PIANO IIAcontinuationofPianoI,thisbeginningto
intermediatecoursefocusesontechnique
andreading.Instructoralsocoversbasic
functionalharmonywithanemphasis
onscaleandchordtheory,providing
studentswithasolidharmonicfoundation.
Requiredtext:Bastien Piano for Adults II (availableattheCJCBookstore).
Prerequisite: Piano I or equivalent.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
KatherineWestine•$360
APPLIED KEYBOARD HARMONY Throughinnovativeandfunexercises,this
hands-oncourseacquaintsstudentswith
playingtonic-dominant,basicturnarounds
andchordinversionsinallkeys.Students
thenplaystandardtunesusingthosebasic
progressions,inleadsheetformat.The
coursepreparesstudentsforJazzPianoI
andisparticularlyusefulforpianistswitha
classicalbackgroundinterestedinlearning
howtointerpretleadsheetsandimprovise.
Handoutsprovided.Prerequisite: basic keyboard knowledge.
Saturdays 1:30 – 3pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
JeanneWalpole•$360
JAZZ PIANO I Ahands-oncoursecoveringbasicjazz
chordvoicingsandimprovisationtech-
niques.Studentslearnhowtoeffectively
interpret(andimproviseon)leadsheets,
playjazzstandards,playthe12barblues
andworkwithothercommonsongforms.
Prerequisites: basic piano proficiency, knowledge of major scales, ability to play root-position major, minor, and dominant 7th chords, ability to read treble and bass clefs.
Section I: Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week) no class 5/25BemStolorow•$360
Section II: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
BobKarty•$360
22 Call 510.845.5373
GUITARBEGINNING GUITARThiscourseisdesignedtohelpnew
guitaristsdevelopastrongfoundationin
basicguitarskills.Learntheessentials,
includingtuningyourguitar,findingnotes
andbasicchordsonthefretboard,proper
handpositions,scalefingerings,simple
songs,readingmusicandmore!Instructor
canalsoanswerquestionsaboutequipment
selection(guitars,strings,amps,picks,
etc.).Requiredtext:Modern Guitar Method Vol. One,MelBay(availableattheCJC
Bookstore).Prerequisites: None, students must bring a guitar to class.
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$360
MUSIC THEORY AND FRETBOARD KNOWLEDGE FOR GUITAR Thiscoursecoversthebasicsofmusic
theoryasappliedtoguitar,forthose
interestedinplayingjazz.Studentsdevelop
familiaritywiththefretboardthroughchord,
scaleandarpeggiopractice.Topicsinclude:
•Overviewofchordandscaletypesandwheretheyarelocated
•Chordprogressionscommonlyusedinjazzandrelatedstyles
•Compingpatterns
•Scaleandarpeggiopracticeinvariouspositions
•Readingchartsandstandardnotation(trebleclef)
•Transcribingmusicfromrecordings
•Basicsofmelodicimprovisation
Forstudentswithsomeplayingexperience,
knowledgeandfacility,butwhohavenever
seriouslypracticedorstudiedmusictheory
orguitar.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9weeks)no class 5/25DannyCaron•$360
JAZZ GUITAR IFocusedonthebasicsofjazzandblues
guitartechnique,thishands-oncourse
coverssoloingandcompingoverstandard
jazzrepertoireandtheblues.Requiredtext:
Graduated Soloing: The Mimi Fox Guitar MethodbyMimiFox(availableattheCJC
Bookstore).Prerequisites: two years playing experience, knowledge of major and pentatonic scales and basic seventh chords.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
MimiFox•$360
JAZZ GUITAR IIThiscourseisdesignedforintermediate
guitaristswishingtofurthertheirknowledge
ofscales(includingalteredanddiminished),
chordtheory,repertoire,modes(including
melodicandharmonicminormodes)and
moreadvancedconcepts.Requiredtext:
Guitar Arpeggio Studies on Jazz Standards
byMimiFox(availableattheCJCBook-
store).Prerequisites: Jazz Guitar I or equiva-lent; knowledge of scale and chord theory and some familiarity with jazz repertoire.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
MimiFox•$360
BLUES AND SWING GUITARDesignedforguitaristswithbasictechnical
facility,thiscoursefocusesontheblues
form.Studentslearnchordvoicings,
fingerboardharmonyandsinglestring
soloingtechniques.Avarietyofstyles
arecovered,fromtheurbanbluesofB.B.
KingandAlbertCollinstothemore
complexswingofCharlieChristianand
Aaron“T-Bone”Walker.Alternatechord
cyclesandrhythmplayingareincluded.
Studentsworkwithtranscriptionsto
developstrongmelodicsolos. Prerequisites: familiarity with the 12-bar blues progression, ability to play bar chords in several shapes, basic knowledge of the minor pentatonic scale, some picking facility.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$360
JAZZ GUITAR MASTERSAclassdesignedtoacquaintadvanced-
levelstudentswiththestylesoflegendary
jazzguitaristsincludingWesMontgomery,
JoePass,PatMartino,BruceForman,and
others.Instructionincludesperformanceof
transcriptions,closelisteningandinstructor
demonstrations.Requiredtext:Guitar
ArpeggioStudiesonJazzStandardsby
MimiFox,MelBayPublications(availableat
theCJCBookstore). Prerequisites: Jazz Guitar II or equivalent.
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6–6/8(9weeks)no class 5/25MimiFox•$360
BRAZILIAN GUITARDesignedforintermediatetoadvanced
students,thishands-oncoursecovers
variousstylesofBrazilianmusic,including
samba,baião,bossanovaandchoro,and
thetechniquesusedtoplaythem.Primary
focusisonlearningrepertoire,while
developingthefollowingareas:stylistically
appropriatecompingrhythms,chord
melodyplaying,creatingsoloarrange-
ments,righthandfinger-styletechniques
andmelodicsoloingapproaches.
Prerequisite: Ability to read music notation.
Sundays 2 – 3:30pm4/12–6/7(9weeks)
RicardoPeixoto•$360
Adult Instrumental Courses
danny caron
“Can you clone Mimi Fox? She’s the best: great expertise, great communicator, great attention to each and every student!” — Tracy Tondro
Enroll online at cjc.edu 2323
Adult Instrumental Courses
22 Call 510.845.5373
GUITARBEGINNING GUITARThiscourseisdesignedtohelpnew
guitaristsdevelopastrongfoundationin
basicguitarskills.Learntheessentials,
includingtuningyourguitar,findingnotes
andbasicchordsonthefretboard,proper
handpositions,scalefingerings,simple
songs,readingmusicandmore!Instructor
canalsoanswerquestionsaboutequipment
selection(guitars,strings,amps,picks,
etc.).Requiredtext:Modern Guitar Method Vol. One,MelBay(availableattheCJC
Bookstore).Prerequisites: None, students must bring a guitar to class.
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$360
MUSIC THEORY AND FRETBOARD KNOWLEDGE FOR GUITAR Thiscoursecoversthebasicsofmusic
theoryasappliedtoguitar,forthose
interestedinplayingjazz.Studentsdevelop
familiaritywiththefretboardthroughchord,
scaleandarpeggiopractice.Topicsinclude:
•Overviewofchordandscaletypesandwheretheyarelocated
•Chordprogressionscommonlyusedinjazzandrelatedstyles
•Compingpatterns
•Scaleandarpeggiopracticeinvariouspositions
•Readingchartsandstandardnotation(trebleclef)
•Transcribingmusicfromrecordings
•Basicsofmelodicimprovisation
Forstudentswithsomeplayingexperience,
knowledgeandfacility,butwhohavenever
seriouslypracticedorstudiedmusictheory
orguitar.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9weeks)no class 5/25DannyCaron•$360
JAZZ GUITAR IFocusedonthebasicsofjazzandblues
guitartechnique,thishands-oncourse
coverssoloingandcompingoverstandard
jazzrepertoireandtheblues.Requiredtext:
Graduated Soloing: The Mimi Fox Guitar MethodbyMimiFox(availableattheCJC
Bookstore).Prerequisites: two years playing experience, knowledge of major and pentatonic scales and basic seventh chords.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
MimiFox•$360
JAZZ GUITAR IIThiscourseisdesignedforintermediate
guitaristswishingtofurthertheirknowledge
ofscales(includingalteredanddiminished),
chordtheory,repertoire,modes(including
melodicandharmonicminormodes)and
moreadvancedconcepts.Requiredtext:
Guitar Arpeggio Studies on Jazz Standards
byMimiFox(availableattheCJCBook-
store).Prerequisites: Jazz Guitar I or equiva-lent; knowledge of scale and chord theory and some familiarity with jazz repertoire.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
MimiFox•$360
BLUES AND SWING GUITARDesignedforguitaristswithbasictechnical
facility,thiscoursefocusesontheblues
form.Studentslearnchordvoicings,
fingerboardharmonyandsinglestring
soloingtechniques.Avarietyofstyles
arecovered,fromtheurbanbluesofB.B.
KingandAlbertCollinstothemore
complexswingofCharlieChristianand
Aaron“T-Bone”Walker.Alternatechord
cyclesandrhythmplayingareincluded.
Studentsworkwithtranscriptionsto
developstrongmelodicsolos. Prerequisites: familiarity with the 12-bar blues progression, ability to play bar chords in several shapes, basic knowledge of the minor pentatonic scale, some picking facility.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$360
JAZZ GUITAR MASTERSAclassdesignedtoacquaintadvanced-
levelstudentswiththestylesoflegendary
jazzguitaristsincludingWesMontgomery,
JoePass,PatMartino,BruceForman,and
others.Instructionincludesperformanceof
transcriptions,closelisteningandinstructor
demonstrations.Requiredtext:Guitar
ArpeggioStudiesonJazzStandardsby
MimiFox,MelBayPublications(availableat
theCJCBookstore). Prerequisites: Jazz Guitar II or equivalent.
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6–6/8(9weeks)no class 5/25MimiFox•$360
BRAZILIAN GUITARDesignedforintermediatetoadvanced
students,thishands-oncoursecovers
variousstylesofBrazilianmusic,including
samba,baião,bossanovaandchoro,and
thetechniquesusedtoplaythem.Primary
focusisonlearningrepertoire,while
developingthefollowingareas:stylistically
appropriatecompingrhythms,chord
melodyplaying,creatingsoloarrange-
ments,righthandfinger-styletechniques
andmelodicsoloingapproaches.
Prerequisite: Ability to read music notation.
Sundays 2 – 3:30pm4/12–6/7(9weeks)
RicardoPeixoto•$360
Adult Instrumental Courses
danny caron
“Can you clone Mimi Fox? She’s the best: great expertise, great communicator, great attention to each and every student!” — Tracy Tondro
Enroll online at cjc.edu 2323
Adult Instrumental Courses
Enroll online at cjc.edu24 25Call 510.845.537324
SAXOPHONEBEGINNING SAXOPHONEAnintroductiontothesaxophone
coveringfingering,soundproduction
andreadingmusic.Studentsplaysimple
saxophoneensemblearrangementsand
allsaxophonesarewelcome!
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25BillAron•$360
HARMONICABEGINNING DIATONIC HARMONICADiatonicharmonicaisthesmall
harmonicausedinblues,rock,folk—
andeveninjazz.Inthisintro-levelcourse,
studentslearnhowtoholdtheinstru-
ment,breathe,playchordsandsingle
notes,andtherudimentsofnote
bending.Studentsalsolearnsongforms
suchas12-barbluesand3-chordfolk,
rockandcountrytunes.Requiredtext:
Harmonica for Dummies. Prerequisite: Bring a 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C (contact winslow @ cjc.edu for info).
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
WinslowYerxa•$360
BASSBASS IAnintro-levelcourseforbothupright
andelectricbass,coveringthefunda-
mentalsofbasstechnique,applicableto
allstylesofmusic.Topicsinclude:
•Tuning
•Gettingagoodsound
•Leftandrighthandtechnique
•Familiaritywiththefingerboard
•Musicreadingfundamentals
•Introductiontowalkingbasslines
•Equipment(basses,strings,amps)
Prerequisite: none. Students must bring a bass to class. Requiredtext: New Method for the Double Bass,Simandl(available
attheCJCBookstore).
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
BASS IIAcontinuationoftheBassIcourse,for
uprightandelectricbass.Topicsinclude:
•Increasedfamiliaritywiththefingerboard
•Moreadvancedreadingexercises
•Rhythmicconcepts,e.g.,swingfeel
•Rhythmicanticipations
•Bluesandjazzstandards
•Basicsofsoloingoverchordchanges
Prerequisites: Bass I or equivalent. Students must know how to read in bass clef.Requiredtext:New Method for the Double Bass,Simandl(availableat
theCJCBookstore).
Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
BASS III — JAZZ BASSBuildingonthetechniquescoveredin
BassII,thiscourseintroducesavariety
oftechniquesessentialtoconstructing
strongjazzbasslines,andalsointroduces
improvisationtechniquesforsoloing.
Studentsconstructbasslinesonblues,
jazzstandardsin4/4and3/4,modal
tunes,rhythmchanges,andballads.New
basslineandsoloingtechniquesare
introducedeachweekandareappliedto
selectedtunes.Studentsperformtheir
ownbasslinesinclasseachweekwith
pianoaccompanimentprovidedbythe
instructor.Recommendedforuprightand
electricbassistsinterestedinparticipat-
ingintheJazzschool’sensembleprogram.
Prerequisites: Bass II or equivalent and some reading ability.Requiredtext:New Method for the Double Bass, Simandl
(availableattheCJCBookstore).
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
Adult Instrumental Courses
“ Glenn Richman is not only a great instructor and musician, he makes the class fun and very enjoyable. His knowledge and experience are amazing.” — Greg Yim
Adult Instrumental Courses
Enroll online at cjc.edu24 25Call 510.845.537324
SAXOPHONEBEGINNING SAXOPHONEAnintroductiontothesaxophone
coveringfingering,soundproduction
andreadingmusic.Studentsplaysimple
saxophoneensemblearrangementsand
allsaxophonesarewelcome!
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25BillAron•$360
HARMONICABEGINNING DIATONIC HARMONICADiatonicharmonicaisthesmall
harmonicausedinblues,rock,folk—
andeveninjazz.Inthisintro-levelcourse,
studentslearnhowtoholdtheinstru-
ment,breathe,playchordsandsingle
notes,andtherudimentsofnote
bending.Studentsalsolearnsongforms
suchas12-barbluesand3-chordfolk,
rockandcountrytunes.Requiredtext:
Harmonica for Dummies. Prerequisite: Bring a 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C (contact winslow @ cjc.edu for info).
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
WinslowYerxa•$360
BASSBASS IAnintro-levelcourseforbothupright
andelectricbass,coveringthefunda-
mentalsofbasstechnique,applicableto
allstylesofmusic.Topicsinclude:
•Tuning
•Gettingagoodsound
•Leftandrighthandtechnique
•Familiaritywiththefingerboard
•Musicreadingfundamentals
•Introductiontowalkingbasslines
•Equipment(basses,strings,amps)
Prerequisite: none. Students must bring a bass to class. Requiredtext: New Method for the Double Bass,Simandl(available
attheCJCBookstore).
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
BASS IIAcontinuationoftheBassIcourse,for
uprightandelectricbass.Topicsinclude:
•Increasedfamiliaritywiththefingerboard
•Moreadvancedreadingexercises
•Rhythmicconcepts,e.g.,swingfeel
•Rhythmicanticipations
•Bluesandjazzstandards
•Basicsofsoloingoverchordchanges
Prerequisites: Bass I or equivalent. Students must know how to read in bass clef.Requiredtext:New Method for the Double Bass,Simandl(availableat
theCJCBookstore).
Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
BASS III — JAZZ BASSBuildingonthetechniquescoveredin
BassII,thiscourseintroducesavariety
oftechniquesessentialtoconstructing
strongjazzbasslines,andalsointroduces
improvisationtechniquesforsoloing.
Studentsconstructbasslinesonblues,
jazzstandardsin4/4and3/4,modal
tunes,rhythmchanges,andballads.New
basslineandsoloingtechniquesare
introducedeachweekandareappliedto
selectedtunes.Studentsperformtheir
ownbasslinesinclasseachweekwith
pianoaccompanimentprovidedbythe
instructor.Recommendedforuprightand
electricbassistsinterestedinparticipat-
ingintheJazzschool’sensembleprogram.
Prerequisites: Bass II or equivalent and some reading ability.Requiredtext:New Method for the Double Bass, Simandl
(availableattheCJCBookstore).
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
GlennRichman•$360
Adult Instrumental Courses
“ Glenn Richman is not only a great instructor and musician, he makes the class fun and very enjoyable. His knowledge and experience are amazing.” — Greg Yim
Adult Instrumental Courses
Enroll online at cjc.edu26 27Call 510.845.5373
DRUMS & PERCUSSIONBEGINNING DRUM SETInthisintroductorycoursestudentsgain
astrongtechnicalfoundation,andare
introducedtoarangeofsimpleand
effectivestickingtechniques.Classtime
coversrhythmreading,drumsetnotation,
singleanddoublestrokerollsandrudi-
ments,andavarietyofgroovesandfills.
Basic4-limbcoordinationexercisesare
provided.Requiredtext:Learn to Play the Drumset,PeteMagadini(availableat
theCJCBookstore).Prerequisites: None, but bring a pair of drumsticks!
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25JoeBagale•$360
IMPROVE YOUR GROOVETakethenextstepbeyondtechnicalfacility
anddevelopyour“feel”inthiscourse,
designedforintermediateleveldrummers.
Explorethemoresubtleaspectsofwhat
makesagroovefeelgreat,usingboth
swingandstraight-eighthgrooves!Areas
offocusincludedevelopingcontrolof
ghostnotesandaccents,playingahead
ofandbehindthebeat,playing“inthe
cracks”betweenstraightandswung,and
more.Prerequisites: basic drum set facility, familiarity with standard jazz, funk and rock grooves.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25JoeBagale•$360
AFRO-VENEZUELAN PERCUSSIONThisexcitingcourseintroducesintermedi-
ateandadvancedpercussioniststoseveral
challengingAfro-Venezuelanstyles.
StudentslearnontraditionalVenezuelan
drumsandhandpercussioninstruments.
Prerequisite: consultation with instructor required.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
JackieRago•$230
LATIN PERCUSSIONOpentoall,thiscourseprovidesmusicians
withasolidfoundationoneachofthe
primaryLatinpercussioninstruments.
Studentslearneffectivetechniqueson
congas,bongos,timbales,bellsand
auxiliaryinstruments.Coversmanyof
themainLatingroovestypicalofson,
salsa,andLatinjazz.Soloingtechniques
andtypicalbreaksandsongformsare
discussed.
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
OmarLedezma•$360
THE MUSICAL DRUMMERThiscourse,forintermediatetoadvanced
players,isfocusedondevelopingthe
drummer’ssenseof“musicality.”While
difficulttodefine,thisisaqualityascribed
tothosedrummerswhomaketheothers
aroundthemsoundgreat.MasterslikeRoy
Haynes,TonyWilliams,ElvinJonesand
JackDeJohnettearediscussed,aswellas
contemporaryplayerssuchasBillStewart
andAriHoenig.Studentsexploreawide
varietyofconcepts,includingtimefeel,
meaningfulinteraction,melodicsoloing,
dynamicbalance,andthedevelopment
ofanindividualsound.Prerequisites: basic 4-limb coordination and some jazz drumming experience.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
JonArkin•$360
AROUND THE WORLD ON A DRUM SETStylesofmusicfromaroundtheworldhave
influencedthedevelopmentofjazz,even
whilejazzcontinuestoinfluencethe
developmentofmusicallaroundtheworld.
Inthiscourse,drummerslearnawiderange
ofcharacteristicgroovesincludingBrazilian,
Afro-Cuban,NewOrleans,funkandrock,in
additiontoswingandstraight-aheadjazz
—allofwhichareessentialtobeinga
well-roundedcontemporaryworking
drummer.Coursematerialsincludean
introductiontobasicpolyrhythmsand
exercisesdesignedtohelpwithchart
reading.Developtheconfidencetoplayin
almostanymusicalsituation!Prerequisites: Intermediate technical facility on drum set.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
DavidRokeach•$360
BRAZILIAN DRUM SETLearnthesignaturedrumsetgroovesof
contemporaryBrazilianmusicincluding
samba,baião,bossanovaandchoro,and
thetechniquesusedtoplaythem.Emphasis
isongaininganauthenticBraziliansound
andfeel.Highlyrecommendedfordrummers
interestedinjoiningoneoftheJazzschool’s
Brazilianensembles!Prerequisite: functional drum set technique.
Fridays 10 – 11:30am4/10–6/5(9weeks)
MarcosSilva•$360
Adult Instrumental CoursesAdult Instrumental Courses
Enroll online at cjc.edu26 27Call 510.845.5373
DRUMS & PERCUSSIONBEGINNING DRUM SETInthisintroductorycoursestudentsgain
astrongtechnicalfoundation,andare
introducedtoarangeofsimpleand
effectivestickingtechniques.Classtime
coversrhythmreading,drumsetnotation,
singleanddoublestrokerollsandrudi-
ments,andavarietyofgroovesandfills.
Basic4-limbcoordinationexercisesare
provided.Requiredtext:Learn to Play the Drumset,PeteMagadini(availableat
theCJCBookstore).Prerequisites: None, but bring a pair of drumsticks!
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25JoeBagale•$360
IMPROVE YOUR GROOVETakethenextstepbeyondtechnicalfacility
anddevelopyour“feel”inthiscourse,
designedforintermediateleveldrummers.
Explorethemoresubtleaspectsofwhat
makesagroovefeelgreat,usingboth
swingandstraight-eighthgrooves!Areas
offocusincludedevelopingcontrolof
ghostnotesandaccents,playingahead
ofandbehindthebeat,playing“inthe
cracks”betweenstraightandswung,and
more.Prerequisites: basic drum set facility, familiarity with standard jazz, funk and rock grooves.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25JoeBagale•$360
AFRO-VENEZUELAN PERCUSSIONThisexcitingcourseintroducesintermedi-
ateandadvancedpercussioniststoseveral
challengingAfro-Venezuelanstyles.
StudentslearnontraditionalVenezuelan
drumsandhandpercussioninstruments.
Prerequisite: consultation with instructor required.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
JackieRago•$230
LATIN PERCUSSIONOpentoall,thiscourseprovidesmusicians
withasolidfoundationoneachofthe
primaryLatinpercussioninstruments.
Studentslearneffectivetechniqueson
congas,bongos,timbales,bellsand
auxiliaryinstruments.Coversmanyof
themainLatingroovestypicalofson,
salsa,andLatinjazz.Soloingtechniques
andtypicalbreaksandsongformsare
discussed.
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
OmarLedezma•$360
THE MUSICAL DRUMMERThiscourse,forintermediatetoadvanced
players,isfocusedondevelopingthe
drummer’ssenseof“musicality.”While
difficulttodefine,thisisaqualityascribed
tothosedrummerswhomaketheothers
aroundthemsoundgreat.MasterslikeRoy
Haynes,TonyWilliams,ElvinJonesand
JackDeJohnettearediscussed,aswellas
contemporaryplayerssuchasBillStewart
andAriHoenig.Studentsexploreawide
varietyofconcepts,includingtimefeel,
meaningfulinteraction,melodicsoloing,
dynamicbalance,andthedevelopment
ofanindividualsound.Prerequisites: basic 4-limb coordination and some jazz drumming experience.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
JonArkin•$360
AROUND THE WORLD ON A DRUM SETStylesofmusicfromaroundtheworldhave
influencedthedevelopmentofjazz,even
whilejazzcontinuestoinfluencethe
developmentofmusicallaroundtheworld.
Inthiscourse,drummerslearnawiderange
ofcharacteristicgroovesincludingBrazilian,
Afro-Cuban,NewOrleans,funkandrock,in
additiontoswingandstraight-aheadjazz
—allofwhichareessentialtobeinga
well-roundedcontemporaryworking
drummer.Coursematerialsincludean
introductiontobasicpolyrhythmsand
exercisesdesignedtohelpwithchart
reading.Developtheconfidencetoplayin
almostanymusicalsituation!Prerequisites: Intermediate technical facility on drum set.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
DavidRokeach•$360
BRAZILIAN DRUM SETLearnthesignaturedrumsetgroovesof
contemporaryBrazilianmusicincluding
samba,baião,bossanovaandchoro,and
thetechniquesusedtoplaythem.Emphasis
isongaininganauthenticBraziliansound
andfeel.Highlyrecommendedfordrummers
interestedinjoiningoneoftheJazzschool’s
Brazilianensembles!Prerequisite: functional drum set technique.
Fridays 10 – 11:30am4/10–6/5(9weeks)
MarcosSilva•$360
Adult Instrumental CoursesAdult Instrumental Courses
29
Adult Vocal Courses
THEORY & IMPROV INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORYAnintro-levelcoursecoveringthebasic
skillsneededtobeginanyseriousstudy
ofmusic.Topicsinclude:musicnotation,
timesignatures,keysignatures,rhythmic
training,majorscales,intervals,transposi-
tion,chordstructure,harmonicprogression,
eartrainingandanintroductiontomusical
formandcomposition.Prerequisites: None, open to all instrumentalists and vocalists.
Requiredtexts:Practical Theory Complete bySandyFeldsteinandJazz Improvisation: A Pocket GuidebyDanHaerle(available
attheCJCBookstore).
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
ChuckMacKinnon•$360
McCAIN IMPROV WORKOUTAnintensiveworkoutonjazzmaterial,for
allinstrumentsexceptdrums.Students
improvetheirabilitytoimprovisethrough
chordchanges.Variouslicksandpatterns
arecovered,andcall-and-response
exercisesarepresentedtostrengthen
listeningability.Thecoursecoversscales,
modesandarpeggiosforeachsong.
Workoutsareaccompaniedbymetronome
andplay-alongtracks.Studentsplay
extensivelyformostofeachclass,memo-
rizingmostofthematerialwithonlya
smallemphasisonreading.Eachsegment
endsbyrotatingimprovisedchoruseswith
peersforextendedperiods.Materialis
basedonmainstreambopandpost-bop
styles.Prerequisites: Ability to play all major scales from memory, technical facility on an instrument, knowledge of basic jazz theory.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
SewardMcCain•$360
BEGINNING THEORY AND IMPROVNeverimprovised?Comfortablewiththe
bluesscalebutinsecurewithchord
changes?Wanttolearnorsolidifyyour
knowledgeofbasicjazztheory?This
hands-oncourseprovidesstudentswitha
friendly,supportiveatmosphereinwhich
topracticeimprovising.Startingwiththe
blues,studentsprogresstojazzstandards,
learningmajor,minoranddominantscales
andchords,playingateverysession,
tradinglicks,learningpatternsandbuilding
solos.Studentslearntoidentifysongforms
andcommonchordprogressions.Idealfor
classicalplayersoranyoneaspiringtojam
orperformwithajazzensemble.Vocalists
arewelcome!Requiredtext:Jazz Improvi-sation: A Pocket Guide by Dan Haerle
(availableattheCJCBookstore).Prerequi-sites: Facility on an instrument and ability to play all major scales from memory.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
ChuckMacKinnon•$360
COMPOSITION & ARRANGING SONGWRITINGStudentsexploremelodywriting,basic
harmony,moreadventurouschord
progressions,songform,rhymeschemes,
andcultivatetheinstrumentalcomponent
ofsongwriting—allwiththepurposeof
honingeachstudent’suniquesongwriting
voice.In-classandat-homecomposition
andlisteningexercisesareassignedeach
week,whilestudentsbeginthedaily
practicesof“morningpages”andtranscrip-
tionofmelodyandharmony.Mostimpor-
tant,studentsdeveloptwoorthreesongs
overthecourseofthe9-weeksession,to
bepresentedandrefinedinrealtime.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
RachelEfron•$360
Theory, Improvisation and Composition
Enroll online at cjc.edu 29Call 510.845.537328
Greetings!Springishereonceagainandwithittheearthburstsforth
withcreativity.Singingissuchanincrediblewaytoexpress
anddevelop.Weareofferingmanyinterestingworkshops
andcoursesthisseasonandIencouragevocalistswho
perhapscan’tcommittooneofournine-weekcourses
toconsiderourweekendworkshops.
Thisspring,weareofferingworkshopstaughtbylocal
luminariesandsingerscominginfromothercities.
Judy WexlerfromLosAngeles,Fay VictorfromBrooklyn,Kellye Gray,andEllen Johnson
(withsaxophonistDon Braden)willeachleadworkshopsandperformattheschool.Bay
AreatreasuresincludingTheDynamicMissFaye Carol, DariaandMaye Cavallarowillalso
leadworkshops.Maria Marquez,Denise Perrier,Stephanie Crawford,Melanie O’Reilly
withFrank Martin,andmyAmerican Dreams Bandwillallperformattheschool.
Weareofferingmanyvocalcoursesthistermincludingourongoingblues,technique,jazz,
teen,Latin(salsaandbossanova)andbeginningsingingclasses.Wearethrilledtohave
Molly Holmsteppinginthisquarterformy“ContemporaryJazzSinger”class.Angie Doctor
isdirectingthevocaljazzensemble,whichhasbeenahugehitthisyearandisagreat
choiceforpeoplenotquitereadyforsolosingingorwhosimplyenjoysinginginchoirs.
Ouryearlyvocalintensive,takingplacethisAugust,withTheo Bleckmannisalreadystarting
tofill.Theprogramwillbefairlyadvancedthisyear,sotherewillbeauditions.Ifyouare
interestedinbeingconsideredfortheweeklongimmersionprogram,pleasesenda
descriptionofyourmusicbackgroundandacoupleofmp3stomeatlaurie @ cjc.edu
Welookforwardtoseeingyouandpleasedon’thesitatetocontactmeforaconsultation
ifyouarenotsurewhichclassestotake—I’mhappytohelp!
Warmregards,
LaurieAntonioli
Chair,VocalProgram
Introduction
Student Consultations
Ongoing!Contact:laurie @ cjc.edu
SPRING 2015 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril6–June8(9weeks)
School Closure
May25,MemorialDay
Spring StudentPerformance Series
June9–18
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Adult Vocal Courses
THEORY & IMPROV INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORYAnintro-levelcoursecoveringthebasic
skillsneededtobeginanyseriousstudy
ofmusic.Topicsinclude:musicnotation,
timesignatures,keysignatures,rhythmic
training,majorscales,intervals,transposi-
tion,chordstructure,harmonicprogression,
eartrainingandanintroductiontomusical
formandcomposition.Prerequisites: None, open to all instrumentalists and vocalists.
Requiredtexts:Practical Theory Complete bySandyFeldsteinandJazz Improvisation: A Pocket GuidebyDanHaerle(available
attheCJCBookstore).
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
ChuckMacKinnon•$360
McCAIN IMPROV WORKOUTAnintensiveworkoutonjazzmaterial,for
allinstrumentsexceptdrums.Students
improvetheirabilitytoimprovisethrough
chordchanges.Variouslicksandpatterns
arecovered,andcall-and-response
exercisesarepresentedtostrengthen
listeningability.Thecoursecoversscales,
modesandarpeggiosforeachsong.
Workoutsareaccompaniedbymetronome
andplay-alongtracks.Studentsplay
extensivelyformostofeachclass,memo-
rizingmostofthematerialwithonlya
smallemphasisonreading.Eachsegment
endsbyrotatingimprovisedchoruseswith
peersforextendedperiods.Materialis
basedonmainstreambopandpost-bop
styles.Prerequisites: Ability to play all major scales from memory, technical facility on an instrument, knowledge of basic jazz theory.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
SewardMcCain•$360
BEGINNING THEORY AND IMPROVNeverimprovised?Comfortablewiththe
bluesscalebutinsecurewithchord
changes?Wanttolearnorsolidifyyour
knowledgeofbasicjazztheory?This
hands-oncourseprovidesstudentswitha
friendly,supportiveatmosphereinwhich
topracticeimprovising.Startingwiththe
blues,studentsprogresstojazzstandards,
learningmajor,minoranddominantscales
andchords,playingateverysession,
tradinglicks,learningpatternsandbuilding
solos.Studentslearntoidentifysongforms
andcommonchordprogressions.Idealfor
classicalplayersoranyoneaspiringtojam
orperformwithajazzensemble.Vocalists
arewelcome!Requiredtext:Jazz Improvi-sation: A Pocket Guide by Dan Haerle
(availableattheCJCBookstore).Prerequi-sites: Facility on an instrument and ability to play all major scales from memory.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
ChuckMacKinnon•$360
COMPOSITION & ARRANGING SONGWRITINGStudentsexploremelodywriting,basic
harmony,moreadventurouschord
progressions,songform,rhymeschemes,
andcultivatetheinstrumentalcomponent
ofsongwriting—allwiththepurposeof
honingeachstudent’suniquesongwriting
voice.In-classandat-homecomposition
andlisteningexercisesareassignedeach
week,whilestudentsbeginthedaily
practicesof“morningpages”andtranscrip-
tionofmelodyandharmony.Mostimpor-
tant,studentsdeveloptwoorthreesongs
overthecourseofthe9-weeksession,to
bepresentedandrefinedinrealtime.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
RachelEfron•$360
Theory, Improvisation and Composition
Enroll online at cjc.edu 29Call 510.845.537328
Greetings!Springishereonceagainandwithittheearthburstsforth
withcreativity.Singingissuchanincrediblewaytoexpress
anddevelop.Weareofferingmanyinterestingworkshops
andcoursesthisseasonandIencouragevocalistswho
perhapscan’tcommittooneofournine-weekcourses
toconsiderourweekendworkshops.
Thisspring,weareofferingworkshopstaughtbylocal
luminariesandsingerscominginfromothercities.
Judy WexlerfromLosAngeles,Fay VictorfromBrooklyn,Kellye Gray,andEllen Johnson
(withsaxophonistDon Braden)willeachleadworkshopsandperformattheschool.Bay
AreatreasuresincludingTheDynamicMissFaye Carol, DariaandMaye Cavallarowillalso
leadworkshops.Maria Marquez,Denise Perrier,Stephanie Crawford,Melanie O’Reilly
withFrank Martin,andmyAmerican Dreams Bandwillallperformattheschool.
Weareofferingmanyvocalcoursesthistermincludingourongoingblues,technique,jazz,
teen,Latin(salsaandbossanova)andbeginningsingingclasses.Wearethrilledtohave
Molly Holmsteppinginthisquarterformy“ContemporaryJazzSinger”class.Angie Doctor
isdirectingthevocaljazzensemble,whichhasbeenahugehitthisyearandisagreat
choiceforpeoplenotquitereadyforsolosingingorwhosimplyenjoysinginginchoirs.
Ouryearlyvocalintensive,takingplacethisAugust,withTheo Bleckmannisalreadystarting
tofill.Theprogramwillbefairlyadvancedthisyear,sotherewillbeauditions.Ifyouare
interestedinbeingconsideredfortheweeklongimmersionprogram,pleasesenda
descriptionofyourmusicbackgroundandacoupleofmp3stomeatlaurie @ cjc.edu
Welookforwardtoseeingyouandpleasedon’thesitatetocontactmeforaconsultation
ifyouarenotsurewhichclassestotake—I’mhappytohelp!
Warmregards,
LaurieAntonioli
Chair,VocalProgram
Introduction
Student Consultations
Ongoing!Contact:laurie @ cjc.edu
SPRING 2015 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril6–June8(9weeks)
School Closure
May25,MemorialDay
Spring StudentPerformance Series
June9–18
30 31Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Adult Vocal CoursesAdult Vocal Courses
JAZZ VOCAL ESSENTIALS FOR PERFORMANCEDevelopjazzvocalperformanceskills
byworkingoneartraining,phrasing,
improvisationandinterpretation.This
coursefocusesoncommunicatingwith
arhythmsection,findingyourown
appropriatekey,basictranspositionand
microphonetechnique.Aprofessional
accompanistisavailabletoguideyou
throughsongsofyourchoice,andthere
isaperformanceattheendofthequarter.
RequiredmaterialsincludeApproaching the Standards for Jazz Vocalists by
RonaldMcCurdy,(availableattheCJC
Bookstore).No prerequisites, open to all.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
EllenJohnson•$390
CREATIVE IMPROVISATION FOR VOCALISTS Learntoimproviseandscatusingmelo-
dies,words,andsoundswithyourvoice.
Basedonaninstrumentalfoundation
usingtheoreticalpracticetechniques
andtranscriptionsalongwithmethods
developedbyBobbyMcFerrinandBob
Stoloff.Thisclasswillcreateanatmo-
sphereofcreativitywhileyoulearnhow
tohaveaconversationwiththerhythm
sectionineachmoment.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
EllenJohnson•$390
THE CONTEMPORARY JAZZ SINGERJazzhasalwayschangedwiththetimes,
andcontemporaryjazzsingersareno
exception,mixinggenres,improvisation
andstylisticapproachestocreateanew
sound.Thisperformancecourseaddresses
anarrayofcreativejazzsingingskills
includingdevelopingauniquerepertoire,
communicatingwiththerhythmsection
andcreatingarrangementsonthespot.
Theinstructorguidesstudentswith
phrasing,improvisation,interpretationand
developinganauthenticanduniquesound.
Aworld-classrhythmsectionisprovided,
andstudentsareencouragedtobringin
songsoftheirchoice,writeoriginallyrics
orusematerialprovidedbytheinstructor.
Section I: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm
Section II: Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
MollyHolm•$400
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amanda addleman
THE MODERN JAZZ SINGERContemporaryvocaljazzdrawsonmany
differentsources,combiningthemusicof
thepastwiththemusicoftoday.Thiscourse
helpssingersdevelopavariedrepertoire
thatincludesupdatedjazzstandardswith
moremodernjazzharmonyandformaswell
asjazz-huedpopular,R&B,bluegrassand
othercontemporarystyles.Communication
withanaccompanistandvocaltechniqueis
alsocovered.Aprofessionalaccompanist
joinstheclassforthesecondhalfofthe
quarterandthereisafinalperformance
opentothepublic.Alllevelswelcome.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25AmandaAddleman•$390
PERFORMANCE
jazz
FOR THE LOVE OF SINGINGStudentslearnbreathingandvocaltech-
niquesandapplythemtosongsoftheir
choice,makingfriendswiththemicro-
phoneandlearningbasicperformance
skillsinasafeandsupportiveenvironment.
Thiscourseisparticularlysuitedforthose
whomayhavetemporarilyputasidetheir
vocaldreamsduetoeducation,careeror
familyobligations.Opentoall.
Saturdays 10am – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
FaithWinthrop•$390
FOR STARTERS — JAZZ & BLUES SINGINGYouusedtosingalotbutnowyoufind
yourselfrelegatedtotheshowerand
in-the-carjamsessions.Or—youloveto
sing—butfeelterriblyshyattheideaof
singinginpublic.Thisnewcourseisbuilt
forthenovicesingerwhowantsan
encouraging,safeenvironmenttoexplore
andreleasetherock,jazzorbluesvocalist
within.InstructorPamelaRose(well-known
forherBluesVocalFunshop)willtakeyou
onajourneywithaweeklyaccompanist.
Classesaredesignedtogiveyouconfi-
dencethroughgroupsinging,while
bolsteringyourrepertoirewithindividual
songdevelopment.No previous experience required.
Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
PamelaRose•$390
molly holm
Adult Vocal Courses
“Superior jazz singing by an artist of the highest quality who deserves to be heard much more widely…”— JAZZ JOURNAL INTERNATIONAL on Ellen Johnson
30
30 31Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Adult Vocal CoursesAdult Vocal Courses
JAZZ VOCAL ESSENTIALS FOR PERFORMANCEDevelopjazzvocalperformanceskills
byworkingoneartraining,phrasing,
improvisationandinterpretation.This
coursefocusesoncommunicatingwith
arhythmsection,findingyourown
appropriatekey,basictranspositionand
microphonetechnique.Aprofessional
accompanistisavailabletoguideyou
throughsongsofyourchoice,andthere
isaperformanceattheendofthequarter.
RequiredmaterialsincludeApproaching the Standards for Jazz Vocalists by
RonaldMcCurdy,(availableattheCJC
Bookstore).No prerequisites, open to all.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
EllenJohnson•$390
CREATIVE IMPROVISATION FOR VOCALISTS Learntoimproviseandscatusingmelo-
dies,words,andsoundswithyourvoice.
Basedonaninstrumentalfoundation
usingtheoreticalpracticetechniques
andtranscriptionsalongwithmethods
developedbyBobbyMcFerrinandBob
Stoloff.Thisclasswillcreateanatmo-
sphereofcreativitywhileyoulearnhow
tohaveaconversationwiththerhythm
sectionineachmoment.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
EllenJohnson•$390
THE CONTEMPORARY JAZZ SINGERJazzhasalwayschangedwiththetimes,
andcontemporaryjazzsingersareno
exception,mixinggenres,improvisation
andstylisticapproachestocreateanew
sound.Thisperformancecourseaddresses
anarrayofcreativejazzsingingskills
includingdevelopingauniquerepertoire,
communicatingwiththerhythmsection
andcreatingarrangementsonthespot.
Theinstructorguidesstudentswith
phrasing,improvisation,interpretationand
developinganauthenticanduniquesound.
Aworld-classrhythmsectionisprovided,
andstudentsareencouragedtobringin
songsoftheirchoice,writeoriginallyrics
orusematerialprovidedbytheinstructor.
Section I: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm
Section II: Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
MollyHolm•$400
31
amanda addleman
THE MODERN JAZZ SINGERContemporaryvocaljazzdrawsonmany
differentsources,combiningthemusicof
thepastwiththemusicoftoday.Thiscourse
helpssingersdevelopavariedrepertoire
thatincludesupdatedjazzstandardswith
moremodernjazzharmonyandformaswell
asjazz-huedpopular,R&B,bluegrassand
othercontemporarystyles.Communication
withanaccompanistandvocaltechniqueis
alsocovered.Aprofessionalaccompanist
joinstheclassforthesecondhalfofthe
quarterandthereisafinalperformance
opentothepublic.Alllevelswelcome.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25AmandaAddleman•$390
PERFORMANCE
jazz
FOR THE LOVE OF SINGINGStudentslearnbreathingandvocaltech-
niquesandapplythemtosongsoftheir
choice,makingfriendswiththemicro-
phoneandlearningbasicperformance
skillsinasafeandsupportiveenvironment.
Thiscourseisparticularlysuitedforthose
whomayhavetemporarilyputasidetheir
vocaldreamsduetoeducation,careeror
familyobligations.Opentoall.
Saturdays 10am – 11:30am4/11–6/6(9weeks)
FaithWinthrop•$390
FOR STARTERS — JAZZ & BLUES SINGINGYouusedtosingalotbutnowyoufind
yourselfrelegatedtotheshowerand
in-the-carjamsessions.Or—youloveto
sing—butfeelterriblyshyattheideaof
singinginpublic.Thisnewcourseisbuilt
forthenovicesingerwhowantsan
encouraging,safeenvironmenttoexplore
andreleasetherock,jazzorbluesvocalist
within.InstructorPamelaRose(well-known
forherBluesVocalFunshop)willtakeyou
onajourneywithaweeklyaccompanist.
Classesaredesignedtogiveyouconfi-
dencethroughgroupsinging,while
bolsteringyourrepertoirewithindividual
songdevelopment.No previous experience required.
Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
PamelaRose•$390
molly holm
Adult Vocal Courses
“Superior jazz singing by an artist of the highest quality who deserves to be heard much more widely…”— JAZZ JOURNAL INTERNATIONAL on Ellen Johnson
30
33
Adult Vocal CoursesAdult Vocal Courses
blues
BLUES VOCAL FUNSHOP IBluesisthemostprimal,powerfulpartof
yoursoulandsingingitismorefunthan
youcanpossiblyimagine!Whetheryou
arealreadysingingprofessionallyand
wanttoaddsomegritandsoultoyour
style,orwhetheryoujustwanttotry
singingtheblues,thisclassishighly
instructiveandlotsoffun.Eachclassis
taughtbytouringvocalistandeducator
PamelaRose,whoiscrazyaboutEtta
James,MemphisMinnie,JimmyReedand
B.B.King.Eachclassincludesanaccom-
panist.Comelearnaboutthegrandmother
ofallgreatAmericanmusicanddeepen
yourknowledgeaboutmusicalform,while
wemoan,hum,chantandsingtheblues.
No previous experience required.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
PamelaRose•$400
ADVANCED BLUES VOCAL LABYou’velearnedthebluesscale,steeped
yourselfintheidiomandlearnedhowto
cuetheband.Nowit’stimetoexplorethe
groove,sculptarrangementsandmake
eachsongaspecialexpressionofyou!
TaughtbybluesandjazzdivaPamela
Rose,thiscoursetakesyoutothatnext
level.Thefirstthreeweeksareaccompa-
niedbyguitar—thenweaddbassand
drumstogivestudentssixweeksof
invaluablelabtimeworkingwitha
hard-drivingrhythmsection.Prerequisites: Blues Vocal Funshop I and permission from instructor.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
PamelaRose•$400
Adult Vocal Courses
MUSICIAN, SINGER, ARTIST, STORYTELLER Whydoesonesingercaptivate,whileothers
leaveyouflat?Whatdosomesingersdoto
engagetheaudience?Howcanwemakeour
musicareflectionofouruniqueexperiences
—andexpressourfeelingsinamusical
context?Thiscoursedevelopsoursongs
andourselvesforapowerful,confident
performance!Topicsincludechoosingthe
rightsong;usingvariousgrooves,tempos
andarrangements;learningandmemorizing
themelodyandlyrics;phrasing;communi-
catingwithanaccompanist;andstage
presence.Weeks2through3includea
professionalaccompanist,whilethelasttwo
classesandperformanceincludeafulltrio.
Forintermediatetoadvancedsingers.
Prerequisite: consultation with instructor.
Sundays 12 – 3pm5/10,5/17,5/24,5/31,6/7(5weeks)
MayeCavallaro•$445
VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE Ifyoulovesinginginharmony,joinournew
VocalJazzEnsemble!Thiscourseincludes
arrangementshand-tailoredtotheability
andinterestofthosewhojointhegroup.
SongsarefromTheManhattanTransfer,The
Hi-Lo’s,Lambert,HendricksandRossas
wellasmusicfromrenownedvocalarrang-
erswhowritecontemporaryjazz,classic
swing,bebopsongsandpop.Studentslearn
HOWtolearnthismusic,withalittlebitof
addedhistoryforfun.Rehearsaltoolswill
beavailable(includingsoundfileswith
individualpartsaswellastheentire
arrangement)andstudentswilllearna
combinationofacappellaandaccompa-
niedtunes.Maleandfemalesingersofall
agesarewelcome.Somevocalexperience
isnecessary,eitherinchoirsorsolovoice.
Mondays 6:30 – 8pmInstructor approval required4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25AngieDoctor•$360
latin
SALSA SINGINGThiscourseintroducesabasicrepertoire
ofsongstolearnthestyle,rhythmand
techniqueofsalsavocalmusic.Allsongs
areinSpanishbutfluencyisnotrequired
toparticipate.Studentsalsolearntoplay
somebasicpercussionwhilesingingand
theinstructorprovidesinstrumentslike
guiro,maracasandclavestouseeach
week.Laterinthequarter,theclassjoins
upwiththeSalsaIIinstrumentalensemble
(seepage19),andworkstowarda
combinedperformanceattheschool.
Songsinclude“TresDíasdeCarnaval”
(CeliaCruz),“LaRebelión”(JoeArroyo)
and“Brujería”(ElGranCombo),providing
agreatfoundation.Prerequisite: previous singing experience or basic technique training.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
EdgardoCambón•$360
BOSSA NOVA FOR JAZZ SINGERSAfascinatingcourseexploringtheroots
ofBrazilianbossanovaandsamba.
InstructorSandyCressmanteaches
singersthesignaturerhythmicgrooves
ofBrazilianmusicasafoundationfor
effectiveinterpretationofstandardand
not-so-standardbossanovas.Vocal
phrasingandPortuguesepronunciation
arecovered(inadditiontoafewcarefully
chosenEnglishtranslations).Livepianoor
guitaraccompanimentisprovidedeach
weekandthecourseconcludeswitha
performance.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
SandyCressman•$390
Enroll online at cjc.edu 33Call 510.845.537332
“Pamela is an exceptional teacher — supportive, inspiring and SERIOUSLY FUN! She worked with students across a range of comfort levels... and brought out the best in us.”— Richard Bunce
sandy cressman
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Adult Vocal CoursesAdult Vocal Courses
blues
BLUES VOCAL FUNSHOP IBluesisthemostprimal,powerfulpartof
yoursoulandsingingitismorefunthan
youcanpossiblyimagine!Whetheryou
arealreadysingingprofessionallyand
wanttoaddsomegritandsoultoyour
style,orwhetheryoujustwanttotry
singingtheblues,thisclassishighly
instructiveandlotsoffun.Eachclassis
taughtbytouringvocalistandeducator
PamelaRose,whoiscrazyaboutEtta
James,MemphisMinnie,JimmyReedand
B.B.King.Eachclassincludesanaccom-
panist.Comelearnaboutthegrandmother
ofallgreatAmericanmusicanddeepen
yourknowledgeaboutmusicalform,while
wemoan,hum,chantandsingtheblues.
No previous experience required.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
PamelaRose•$400
ADVANCED BLUES VOCAL LABYou’velearnedthebluesscale,steeped
yourselfintheidiomandlearnedhowto
cuetheband.Nowit’stimetoexplorethe
groove,sculptarrangementsandmake
eachsongaspecialexpressionofyou!
TaughtbybluesandjazzdivaPamela
Rose,thiscoursetakesyoutothatnext
level.Thefirstthreeweeksareaccompa-
niedbyguitar—thenweaddbassand
drumstogivestudentssixweeksof
invaluablelabtimeworkingwitha
hard-drivingrhythmsection.Prerequisites: Blues Vocal Funshop I and permission from instructor.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
PamelaRose•$400
Adult Vocal Courses
MUSICIAN, SINGER, ARTIST, STORYTELLER Whydoesonesingercaptivate,whileothers
leaveyouflat?Whatdosomesingersdoto
engagetheaudience?Howcanwemakeour
musicareflectionofouruniqueexperiences
—andexpressourfeelingsinamusical
context?Thiscoursedevelopsoursongs
andourselvesforapowerful,confident
performance!Topicsincludechoosingthe
rightsong;usingvariousgrooves,tempos
andarrangements;learningandmemorizing
themelodyandlyrics;phrasing;communi-
catingwithanaccompanist;andstage
presence.Weeks2through3includea
professionalaccompanist,whilethelasttwo
classesandperformanceincludeafulltrio.
Forintermediatetoadvancedsingers.
Prerequisite: consultation with instructor.
Sundays 12 – 3pm5/10,5/17,5/24,5/31,6/7(5weeks)
MayeCavallaro•$445
VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE Ifyoulovesinginginharmony,joinournew
VocalJazzEnsemble!Thiscourseincludes
arrangementshand-tailoredtotheability
andinterestofthosewhojointhegroup.
SongsarefromTheManhattanTransfer,The
Hi-Lo’s,Lambert,HendricksandRossas
wellasmusicfromrenownedvocalarrang-
erswhowritecontemporaryjazz,classic
swing,bebopsongsandpop.Studentslearn
HOWtolearnthismusic,withalittlebitof
addedhistoryforfun.Rehearsaltoolswill
beavailable(includingsoundfileswith
individualpartsaswellastheentire
arrangement)andstudentswilllearna
combinationofacappellaandaccompa-
niedtunes.Maleandfemalesingersofall
agesarewelcome.Somevocalexperience
isnecessary,eitherinchoirsorsolovoice.
Mondays 6:30 – 8pmInstructor approval required4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25AngieDoctor•$360
latin
SALSA SINGINGThiscourseintroducesabasicrepertoire
ofsongstolearnthestyle,rhythmand
techniqueofsalsavocalmusic.Allsongs
areinSpanishbutfluencyisnotrequired
toparticipate.Studentsalsolearntoplay
somebasicpercussionwhilesingingand
theinstructorprovidesinstrumentslike
guiro,maracasandclavestouseeach
week.Laterinthequarter,theclassjoins
upwiththeSalsaIIinstrumentalensemble
(seepage19),andworkstowarda
combinedperformanceattheschool.
Songsinclude“TresDíasdeCarnaval”
(CeliaCruz),“LaRebelión”(JoeArroyo)
and“Brujería”(ElGranCombo),providing
agreatfoundation.Prerequisite: previous singing experience or basic technique training.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
EdgardoCambón•$360
BOSSA NOVA FOR JAZZ SINGERSAfascinatingcourseexploringtheroots
ofBrazilianbossanovaandsamba.
InstructorSandyCressmanteaches
singersthesignaturerhythmicgrooves
ofBrazilianmusicasafoundationfor
effectiveinterpretationofstandardand
not-so-standardbossanovas.Vocal
phrasingandPortuguesepronunciation
arecovered(inadditiontoafewcarefully
chosenEnglishtranslations).Livepianoor
guitaraccompanimentisprovidedeach
weekandthecourseconcludeswitha
performance.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
SandyCressman•$390
Enroll online at cjc.edu 33Call 510.845.537332
“Pamela is an exceptional teacher — supportive, inspiring and SERIOUSLY FUN! She worked with students across a range of comfort levels... and brought out the best in us.”— Richard Bunce
sandy cressman
Adult Vocal Courses
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Adult Vocal Courses
POP AND R&B VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENSLearnpopandR&Bsongswhile
improvingvocaltoneandperformance
skills.Thiscourseisablendofvocal
techniqueandrepertoirebuildingfor
theyoungsinger.Healthysinging
techniquesandlotsofnewsongsare
introducedineachclass.Thereisa
performanceattheendofthequarter.
Forages12–18,allskilllevelswelcome!
Pleasecontactkgordon@ cjc.edufor
placementconsultation.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25
Section II: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
KyraGordon•$390
Adult Vocal Courses
TECHNIQUE & MUSICIANSHIP
THE ESSENTIALSAninvigoratingvocalworkoutclassfor
singers.Thisweeklyroutineprovides
studentswithaselectseriesofvocal
exercisestoconditionandstrengthentheir
voice.Range,intonation,breathmanage-
ment,balancingvocalregisters,body
alignment,vowelformationanddynamics
areenhancedthroughtechnicalexercises
thatareappliedtosongsinallstyles.This
isaninvaluabletoolforbeginnersand
professionalswhowishtoimprovetheir
overallvocaltechnique.No prerequisites; open to all!
Section I: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
AndreaClaburn•$360
Section II: Thursdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
JoycePricco•$360
SONGWRITINGStudentsexploremelodywriting,basic
harmony,moreadventurouschord
progressions,songform,rhymeschemes,
andcultivatetheinstrumentalcomponent
ofsongwriting—allwiththepurposeof
honingeachstudent’suniquesongwriting
voice.In-classandat-homecomposition
andlisteningexercisesareassignedeach
week,whilestudentsbeginthedaily
practicesof“morningpages”and
transcriptionofmelodyandharmony.
Mostimportant,studentsdeveloptwo
orthreesongsoverthecourseofthe
9-weeksession,tobepresentedand
refinedinrealtime.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
RachelEfron•$360
VOCAL MENTOR PROGRAM
CONCERT PREP AND PERFORMANCE
Thisexcitingprogramisopentovocal
studentswhowouldliketoworkwith
oneofouravailablefacultytocreatea
personalizedcourseofstudy.Thisis
auniqueopportunityforaspiringprofes-
sionalsingerstocreateandpresenta
concertattheschool.Studentswillwork
withtheirmentoroverthecourseof
threetofourmonths,andconcert
datesareavailablethroughouttheyear.
Lessonsrangefromselectingand
rehearsingabandtofindingappropriate
repertoire,developingstagepresence,
designingaperformancethatreflectsa
personalizedartisticvisionandinsight
intothe“business”ofputtingonashow.
Thisprogramalsoprovides:
•Aprofessionalsoundtechnician
andqualityliverecordingof
yourperformance
•Staffatthedoorandon-site
duringtheperformance
•Guidanceinmarketingand
promotion,includinghowto
preparepublicitymaterials
•InclusioninCaliforniaJazz
Conservatoryadvertising,
marketingandpublicity
•Apercentageofthedoor/ticketsales
VariousTeachers•$850
Contact laurie @ cjc.edu for
additionalinformation.
All mentor relationships need approval from the Chair of the Vocal Program.
Enroll online at cjc.edu 35Call 510.845.537334
andrea claburn
Adult Vocal Courses
maye cavallaro
pamela rose
ellen johnson
edgardo cambón
amanda addleman
laurie antonioli
Adult Vocal Courses
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Adult Vocal Courses
POP AND R&B VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENSLearnpopandR&Bsongswhile
improvingvocaltoneandperformance
skills.Thiscourseisablendofvocal
techniqueandrepertoirebuildingfor
theyoungsinger.Healthysinging
techniquesandlotsofnewsongsare
introducedineachclass.Thereisa
performanceattheendofthequarter.
Forages12–18,allskilllevelswelcome!
Pleasecontactkgordon@ cjc.edufor
placementconsultation.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6–6/8(9week)no class 5/25
Section II: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8–6/3(9weeks)
KyraGordon•$390
Adult Vocal Courses
TECHNIQUE & MUSICIANSHIP
THE ESSENTIALSAninvigoratingvocalworkoutclassfor
singers.Thisweeklyroutineprovides
studentswithaselectseriesofvocal
exercisestoconditionandstrengthentheir
voice.Range,intonation,breathmanage-
ment,balancingvocalregisters,body
alignment,vowelformationanddynamics
areenhancedthroughtechnicalexercises
thatareappliedtosongsinallstyles.This
isaninvaluabletoolforbeginnersand
professionalswhowishtoimprovetheir
overallvocaltechnique.No prerequisites; open to all!
Section I: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7–6/2(9weeks)
AndreaClaburn•$360
Section II: Thursdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/9–6/4(9weeks)
JoycePricco•$360
SONGWRITINGStudentsexploremelodywriting,basic
harmony,moreadventurouschord
progressions,songform,rhymeschemes,
andcultivatetheinstrumentalcomponent
ofsongwriting—allwiththepurposeof
honingeachstudent’suniquesongwriting
voice.In-classandat-homecomposition
andlisteningexercisesareassignedeach
week,whilestudentsbeginthedaily
practicesof“morningpages”and
transcriptionofmelodyandharmony.
Mostimportant,studentsdeveloptwo
orthreesongsoverthecourseofthe
9-weeksession,tobepresentedand
refinedinrealtime.
Saturdays 11:45am – 1:15pm4/11–6/6(9weeks)
RachelEfron•$360
VOCAL MENTOR PROGRAM
CONCERT PREP AND PERFORMANCE
Thisexcitingprogramisopentovocal
studentswhowouldliketoworkwith
oneofouravailablefacultytocreatea
personalizedcourseofstudy.Thisis
auniqueopportunityforaspiringprofes-
sionalsingerstocreateandpresenta
concertattheschool.Studentswillwork
withtheirmentoroverthecourseof
threetofourmonths,andconcert
datesareavailablethroughouttheyear.
Lessonsrangefromselectingand
rehearsingabandtofindingappropriate
repertoire,developingstagepresence,
designingaperformancethatreflectsa
personalizedartisticvisionandinsight
intothe“business”ofputtingonashow.
Thisprogramalsoprovides:
•Aprofessionalsoundtechnician
andqualityliverecordingof
yourperformance
•Staffatthedoorandon-site
duringtheperformance
•Guidanceinmarketingand
promotion,includinghowto
preparepublicitymaterials
•InclusioninCaliforniaJazz
Conservatoryadvertising,
marketingandpublicity
•Apercentageofthedoor/ticketsales
VariousTeachers•$850
Contact laurie @ cjc.edu for
additionalinformation.
All mentor relationships need approval from the Chair of the Vocal Program.
Enroll online at cjc.edu 35Call 510.845.537334
andrea claburn
Adult Vocal Courses
maye cavallaro
pamela rose
ellen johnson
edgardo cambón
amanda addleman
laurie antonioli
VOCAL WORKSHOPS
SING YOUR SONG with Judy WexlerSingersarefirstandforemoststorytellers.
Withthatideaasourstartingpoint,we
explorewaystoconnectwiththelyricand
singinaconversationalstylespeaking
directlytotheaudience,engagingonan
emotionalandviscerallevel.Learntomake
apersonalartisticstatementbydeveloping
arepertoirethatistruetoyourpersonality,
delvingintoeclectic,lesserheardsongs
andfindingnewmeaninginwellknown
songsfromtheGreatAmericanSongbook.
Pleasebringmusicinyourkey.Anaccom-
panistwillbeprovided.
Sunday, April 12, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayoftheworkshop
Vocalist Judy Wexler has headlined at jazz festivals, performing arts centers and major jazz clubs both nationally and internationally. She’s widely known as a straight-ahead jazz singer and an inspired interpreter of lyrics, who has been cited repeatedly by critics for having the rare ability to find the essential truth of a song. Judy will be performing at the CJC on April 11 at 8 pm.
NEW VOCAL REPERTOIRE FOR PERFORMANCE with Ellen JohnsonIfyou’relookingforsomenewororiginal
songstosingforyourperformancesthis
istheworkshopforyou!Professional
singers,amateurs(andeveninstrumental-
ists!)willgainnewrepertoiretoaccentuate
theirperformances.We’llexploreatleast10
songsfromvariouscomposersandlyricists.
Participantswillbeprovidedwithlead
sheetsforallselections.
Sunday, April 19, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayoftheworkshop
See Ellen Johnson bio on p. 38
IMPROVISING WITHOUT SCATTINGwith Fay VictorTherearemanydifferentwaystoimprovise
usingthevoice.Learntocreatestrong
moodsandnewwaystotellstoriesusing
avarietyoftechniquesintroducedby
improvisingvocalartistFayVictor.Explore
yourownindividualmusicallanguage,in
bothstructuredandunstructuredmusical
environments.Pleasebringonesongthat
presentsachallengeintermsofinterpreta-
tionorcraftingafreshapproach.
Sunday, May 24, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayoftheworkshop
New York based vocalist Fay Victor has collaborated with a wide range of forward thinking musicians such as Misha Mengelberg, Anthony Braxton, Han Bennink, William Parker, Lawrence “Butch” Morris, Andrew Cyrille, Gary Lucas, Anthony Coleman, Steve Coleman, Nicole Mitchell, Marvin Sewell, Roswell Rudd, Vijay Iyer and many others in the US and internationally.
CELTIC JAZZwith Melanie O’Reilly and Frank MartinCelticjazzispartofan“ethno-jazz”
movementcurrentlydevelopinginEurope
andworldwide.Inthisuniqueworkshop,
instructorsMelanieO’Reilly&FrankMartin
illustratethedialoguebetweenthetwo
greattraditionsofjazzandIrishtraditional
music,throughsongsandinstrumentals.
Tracingthebasicelementsoftherootsof
therichanddiverseIrishmusictradition,
theyexplorehowupliftingIrishinstrumental
rhythmscanbeintegratedintoswing,jazz
waltzandLatinrhythms,whilealso
demonstratinghowIrish“lilting”(Irish
“mouthmusic”)canbedevelopedand
inspirevocalimprovisation.Modalharmonic
ideasaredemonstrated,illustratinghow
modessuchasAolian,Dorian,Mixolydian,
usedinIrishmusic,canbewovenintojazz
themes.Finally,thebridgingofthemelodic
traditionofIrelandwithcontemporary
harmonyandarrangementsillustratinghow
this“fusion”bringsafresh,newandexciting
collaboration—atrueAtlanticbridge!
Sunday, April 12, 2 – 4 pm$40advance,$55dayoftheworkshop
Keyboardist Frank Martin has worked with countless artists in jazz, pop and beyond including a long working relationship with Narada Michael Walden and singers including Patti Austin, Angela Bofill and Sting. Through the years he has also performed with John McLaughlin, the Joe Farrell Quartet, the Richard Bona Band, Flora Purim and Airto Moriera, Robben Ford, and many others.
Vocalist Melanie O’Reilly is recognized as one of Ireland’s international jazz ambassadors and Celtic jazz pioneers. Early in her career Melanie began experi-menting with the fusion of contemporary jazz and traditional Irish music. This new brand of Celtic jazz has become not only the trademark of Melanie’s style and career, but also has pushed the boundaries of jazz and launched her into a realm of her own.
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judy wexler
Adult Vocal Courses
JAZZ VOCAL DUETS WITH BASS ACCOMPANIMENT with Daria with Sam BevanThisfunandinformativeworkshopwillgive
youthechancetosingandexpandyour
horizonsinaduosetting.Learntocount
offtunes,experimentwithdifferenttempos
andstyles,listen,communicateandcreate
beautifulmusiconthespot!Forinspiration
we’lllistentoandviewexamplesofgreat
duossuchasSheilaJordanandHarvieS
amongothers.Whetheryouwanttoget
yourfeetwetorimproveonexistingduo
skillsthisworkshopisopentoalllevels!
Comepreparedtosingandhavefun.
Pleasebringyourleadsheetsandcharts.
Musicwillalsobeprovided.
Sunday May 31, Noon – 3 pm$75advance,$90dayoftheworkshop
Daria’s compelling vocals move easily between jazz, fusion, pop and world styles, seamlessly blending the sounds into a color-ful, pulsating whole. She has performed internationally and locally at venues and festivals including Yoshi’s, Freight and Salvage, Empire Plush Room, Sweetwater, and the Throckmorton Theatre. Fay will be performing at the CJC on May 30 at 8 pm.
Adult Vocal Courses
fay victor
Call 510.845.5373
VOCAL WORKSHOPS
SING YOUR SONG with Judy WexlerSingersarefirstandforemoststorytellers.
Withthatideaasourstartingpoint,we
explorewaystoconnectwiththelyricand
singinaconversationalstylespeaking
directlytotheaudience,engagingonan
emotionalandviscerallevel.Learntomake
apersonalartisticstatementbydeveloping
arepertoirethatistruetoyourpersonality,
delvingintoeclectic,lesserheardsongs
andfindingnewmeaninginwellknown
songsfromtheGreatAmericanSongbook.
Pleasebringmusicinyourkey.Anaccom-
panistwillbeprovided.
Sunday, April 12, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayoftheworkshop
Vocalist Judy Wexler has headlined at jazz festivals, performing arts centers and major jazz clubs both nationally and internationally. She’s widely known as a straight-ahead jazz singer and an inspired interpreter of lyrics, who has been cited repeatedly by critics for having the rare ability to find the essential truth of a song. Judy will be performing at the CJC on April 11 at 8 pm.
NEW VOCAL REPERTOIRE FOR PERFORMANCE with Ellen JohnsonIfyou’relookingforsomenewororiginal
songstosingforyourperformancesthis
istheworkshopforyou!Professional
singers,amateurs(andeveninstrumental-
ists!)willgainnewrepertoiretoaccentuate
theirperformances.We’llexploreatleast10
songsfromvariouscomposersandlyricists.
Participantswillbeprovidedwithlead
sheetsforallselections.
Sunday, April 19, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayoftheworkshop
See Ellen Johnson bio on p. 38
IMPROVISING WITHOUT SCATTINGwith Fay VictorTherearemanydifferentwaystoimprovise
usingthevoice.Learntocreatestrong
moodsandnewwaystotellstoriesusing
avarietyoftechniquesintroducedby
improvisingvocalartistFayVictor.Explore
yourownindividualmusicallanguage,in
bothstructuredandunstructuredmusical
environments.Pleasebringonesongthat
presentsachallengeintermsofinterpreta-
tionorcraftingafreshapproach.
Sunday, May 24, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayoftheworkshop
New York based vocalist Fay Victor has collaborated with a wide range of forward thinking musicians such as Misha Mengelberg, Anthony Braxton, Han Bennink, William Parker, Lawrence “Butch” Morris, Andrew Cyrille, Gary Lucas, Anthony Coleman, Steve Coleman, Nicole Mitchell, Marvin Sewell, Roswell Rudd, Vijay Iyer and many others in the US and internationally.
CELTIC JAZZwith Melanie O’Reilly and Frank MartinCelticjazzispartofan“ethno-jazz”
movementcurrentlydevelopinginEurope
andworldwide.Inthisuniqueworkshop,
instructorsMelanieO’Reilly&FrankMartin
illustratethedialoguebetweenthetwo
greattraditionsofjazzandIrishtraditional
music,throughsongsandinstrumentals.
Tracingthebasicelementsoftherootsof
therichanddiverseIrishmusictradition,
theyexplorehowupliftingIrishinstrumental
rhythmscanbeintegratedintoswing,jazz
waltzandLatinrhythms,whilealso
demonstratinghowIrish“lilting”(Irish
“mouthmusic”)canbedevelopedand
inspirevocalimprovisation.Modalharmonic
ideasaredemonstrated,illustratinghow
modessuchasAolian,Dorian,Mixolydian,
usedinIrishmusic,canbewovenintojazz
themes.Finally,thebridgingofthemelodic
traditionofIrelandwithcontemporary
harmonyandarrangementsillustratinghow
this“fusion”bringsafresh,newandexciting
collaboration—atrueAtlanticbridge!
Sunday, April 12, 2 – 4 pm$40advance,$55dayoftheworkshop
Keyboardist Frank Martin has worked with countless artists in jazz, pop and beyond including a long working relationship with Narada Michael Walden and singers including Patti Austin, Angela Bofill and Sting. Through the years he has also performed with John McLaughlin, the Joe Farrell Quartet, the Richard Bona Band, Flora Purim and Airto Moriera, Robben Ford, and many others.
Vocalist Melanie O’Reilly is recognized as one of Ireland’s international jazz ambassadors and Celtic jazz pioneers. Early in her career Melanie began experi-menting with the fusion of contemporary jazz and traditional Irish music. This new brand of Celtic jazz has become not only the trademark of Melanie’s style and career, but also has pushed the boundaries of jazz and launched her into a realm of her own.
3736
judy wexler
Adult Vocal Courses
JAZZ VOCAL DUETS WITH BASS ACCOMPANIMENT with Daria with Sam BevanThisfunandinformativeworkshopwillgive
youthechancetosingandexpandyour
horizonsinaduosetting.Learntocount
offtunes,experimentwithdifferenttempos
andstyles,listen,communicateandcreate
beautifulmusiconthespot!Forinspiration
we’lllistentoandviewexamplesofgreat
duossuchasSheilaJordanandHarvieS
amongothers.Whetheryouwanttoget
yourfeetwetorimproveonexistingduo
skillsthisworkshopisopentoalllevels!
Comepreparedtosingandhavefun.
Pleasebringyourleadsheetsandcharts.
Musicwillalsobeprovided.
Sunday May 31, Noon – 3 pm$75advance,$90dayoftheworkshop
Daria’s compelling vocals move easily between jazz, fusion, pop and world styles, seamlessly blending the sounds into a color-ful, pulsating whole. She has performed internationally and locally at venues and festivals including Yoshi’s, Freight and Salvage, Empire Plush Room, Sweetwater, and the Throckmorton Theatre. Fay will be performing at the CJC on May 30 at 8 pm.
Adult Vocal Courses
fay victor
Call 510.845.5373
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Adult Vocal Courses
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu 39
JAZZ AIN’T NOTHIN’ BUT SOULwith Faye CarolBayAreatreasureFayeCarolisknown
forhersoulfulsingingandinterpretations,
infusingeverysongwithdepthand
characterinstantlyrecognizableasher
veryown.Ms.Carolsharesthestories
ofhermusicaljourneyandtalksabout
theAfricanAmericanexperienceasit
relatestoandinformshermusical
expression.Participantsareencouraged
tobringasongoftheirchoicetosing
withMs.Carol’saccompanistforcritique
andsuggestions.Alllevelswelcome!
Maximumenrollment:10participants,
15auditors
Sunday, May 17, Noon – 3 pm$75advance,$90dayoftheworkshop
Faye Carol is one of the premiere vocalists of her time. She has shared the stage with many greats including Charles Brown, David Murray, Gene Ammons, Ray Charles, Billy Higgins, Steve Turre, Albert King, Bobby Hutcherson, Pharaoh Sanders, Philly Joe Jones, Eddie ‘Cleanhead’ Vinson, Tootie Heath and Ben Vereen.
MUSICAL LIAISONS — BILLIE HOLIDAY AND LESTER YOUNGwith Ellen Johnson and Don BradenBillieHoliday“LadyDay”andLester
Young“Prez”hadoneofthemostspecial
musicalrelationshipsinthehistoryofjazz.
Fromthelate1930s,thetwomademusic
togetherthattranscendedintoaperfect
dance,oftenanticipatingtheother’s
movementsbeforetheyhappened.This
workshopexplorestherichrepertoire
thatbecamefamousasaresultoftheir
enigmaticrelationship.Thisisanopportu-
nitytosingandplaythroughthesongs
andanalyzewhatcontributestothe
successofamusicalpartnership.Students
areprovidedwithseveralleadsheetsof
theclassicsongsthatLadyDayandPrez
performedtogether.Opentoboth
vocalistsandinstrumentalists.
Sunday, June 21, Noon – 3 pm$100advance,$115dayoftheworkshop
Ellen Johnson is an accomplished vocalist, educator, lyricist and published author (Jazz Child: A Portrait of Sheila Jordan). She has performed and recorded with such jazz luminaries as Louie Bellson, Charles McPherson, Sheila Jordan, Roy McCurdy, and Darek Oles. Her soon to be released 4th solo recording, “Form & formless” features guitarists John Stowell and Larry Koonse.
Don Braden has toured the world leading his own ensembles, as a special guest, and as a sideman with greats such as Betty Carter, Wynton Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, Tony Williams, Roy Haynes, and many others. He is also a world renowned educator, having spent nearly two decades giving master classes at countless schools and universities.
Ellen and Don will be performing at the CJC on June 20 at 8 pm.
OVER THE RAINBOW: THE MUSIC OF HAROLD ARLEN with Maye CavallaroHaroldArlenisknownforhisbluesyand
harmonicallysophisticatedtunes.Hepaired
withthebestlyricistsofhisdayincluding
TedKoehlerwithwhomhewrote“Let’sFall
inLove,”and“StormyWeather.”WithE.Y.
“Yip”Harburghewrotethemusicforthe
MGMmusical“TheWizardofOz.”With
JohnnyMercerhecontinuedtowritehit
songslike‘BluesintheNight,”“ThatOld
BlackMagic,”and“ComeRainorCome
Shine.”Inthisworkshopwe’llexplorethe
musicofArlenincludingwell-knowntunes
andsomenotsowell-known.We’llalso
listentohowsomejazzgreatshave
interpretedthesesongsandgetideasfor
ourownarrangements.Instructorwill
provide10leadsheetsforsongsincluding
practicebackingtracks.Inthefinalweek
we’llworkwithanaccompanistandsing
thesesongstryingoutourown
arrangementideas.Classlimitedto8.
3 Sundays: April 19, 26 and May 3 Noon – 3 pm$250advance,$265dayoftheworkshop
A warm, charismatic stage performer and accomplished musician, Maye Cavallaro has traveled extensively in Japan and the U.S., both performing and teaching. She has released several CDs as a leader and has been a favorite vocal instructor at the Jazzschool for many years.
faye carol
SUMMER VOCAL INTENSIVE
FROM STUDENT TO ARTIST
A Five-Day Intensive Workshop with Theo Bleckmann and Laurie Antonioli
August 10 – 15, 2015
10am – 4:30 pm
Culminates with a performance
in the Summer Concert Series
Saturday, August 15, 8 pm
For more information, please see p. 61
maye cavallaro
“Maye is very prepared, organized and the musicians she brings in are excellent and wonderful to work with.”— Catherine Stern
38
Adult Vocal Courses
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu 39
JAZZ AIN’T NOTHIN’ BUT SOULwith Faye CarolBayAreatreasureFayeCarolisknown
forhersoulfulsingingandinterpretations,
infusingeverysongwithdepthand
characterinstantlyrecognizableasher
veryown.Ms.Carolsharesthestories
ofhermusicaljourneyandtalksabout
theAfricanAmericanexperienceasit
relatestoandinformshermusical
expression.Participantsareencouraged
tobringasongoftheirchoicetosing
withMs.Carol’saccompanistforcritique
andsuggestions.Alllevelswelcome!
Maximumenrollment:10participants,
15auditors
Sunday, May 17, Noon – 3 pm$75advance,$90dayoftheworkshop
Faye Carol is one of the premiere vocalists of her time. She has shared the stage with many greats including Charles Brown, David Murray, Gene Ammons, Ray Charles, Billy Higgins, Steve Turre, Albert King, Bobby Hutcherson, Pharaoh Sanders, Philly Joe Jones, Eddie ‘Cleanhead’ Vinson, Tootie Heath and Ben Vereen.
MUSICAL LIAISONS — BILLIE HOLIDAY AND LESTER YOUNGwith Ellen Johnson and Don BradenBillieHoliday“LadyDay”andLester
Young“Prez”hadoneofthemostspecial
musicalrelationshipsinthehistoryofjazz.
Fromthelate1930s,thetwomademusic
togetherthattranscendedintoaperfect
dance,oftenanticipatingtheother’s
movementsbeforetheyhappened.This
workshopexplorestherichrepertoire
thatbecamefamousasaresultoftheir
enigmaticrelationship.Thisisanopportu-
nitytosingandplaythroughthesongs
andanalyzewhatcontributestothe
successofamusicalpartnership.Students
areprovidedwithseveralleadsheetsof
theclassicsongsthatLadyDayandPrez
performedtogether.Opentoboth
vocalistsandinstrumentalists.
Sunday, June 21, Noon – 3 pm$100advance,$115dayoftheworkshop
Ellen Johnson is an accomplished vocalist, educator, lyricist and published author (Jazz Child: A Portrait of Sheila Jordan). She has performed and recorded with such jazz luminaries as Louie Bellson, Charles McPherson, Sheila Jordan, Roy McCurdy, and Darek Oles. Her soon to be released 4th solo recording, “Form & formless” features guitarists John Stowell and Larry Koonse.
Don Braden has toured the world leading his own ensembles, as a special guest, and as a sideman with greats such as Betty Carter, Wynton Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, Tony Williams, Roy Haynes, and many others. He is also a world renowned educator, having spent nearly two decades giving master classes at countless schools and universities.
Ellen and Don will be performing at the CJC on June 20 at 8 pm.
OVER THE RAINBOW: THE MUSIC OF HAROLD ARLEN with Maye CavallaroHaroldArlenisknownforhisbluesyand
harmonicallysophisticatedtunes.Hepaired
withthebestlyricistsofhisdayincluding
TedKoehlerwithwhomhewrote“Let’sFall
inLove,”and“StormyWeather.”WithE.Y.
“Yip”Harburghewrotethemusicforthe
MGMmusical“TheWizardofOz.”With
JohnnyMercerhecontinuedtowritehit
songslike‘BluesintheNight,”“ThatOld
BlackMagic,”and“ComeRainorCome
Shine.”Inthisworkshopwe’llexplorethe
musicofArlenincludingwell-knowntunes
andsomenotsowell-known.We’llalso
listentohowsomejazzgreatshave
interpretedthesesongsandgetideasfor
ourownarrangements.Instructorwill
provide10leadsheetsforsongsincluding
practicebackingtracks.Inthefinalweek
we’llworkwithanaccompanistandsing
thesesongstryingoutourown
arrangementideas.Classlimitedto8.
3 Sundays: April 19, 26 and May 3 Noon – 3 pm$250advance,$265dayoftheworkshop
A warm, charismatic stage performer and accomplished musician, Maye Cavallaro has traveled extensively in Japan and the U.S., both performing and teaching. She has released several CDs as a leader and has been a favorite vocal instructor at the Jazzschool for many years.
faye carol
SUMMER VOCAL INTENSIVE
FROM STUDENT TO ARTIST
A Five-Day Intensive Workshop with Theo Bleckmann and Laurie Antonioli
August 10 – 15, 2015
10am – 4:30 pm
Culminates with a performance
in the Summer Concert Series
Saturday, August 15, 8 pm
For more information, please see p. 61
maye cavallaro
“Maye is very prepared, organized and the musicians she brings in are excellent and wonderful to work with.”— Catherine Stern
Young Musicians Program
41
Introduction
Enroll online at cjc.edu
FACULTY PROFILE Angie DoctorAngie Doctor joined the Jazzschool faculty this year as director of the popular Vocal Jazz Ensemble. She began coaching solo jazz singers and choirs while still in college with her teacher Phil Mattson. She has been adjudicating jazz festivals since 1997 and is an ensemble director at the Ruth Asawa SF School of the Arts in addition to the Jazzschool. She has been a member of the acclaimed a cappella group The Bobs for the past three years.
What’s your teaching philosophy?
Keep it fun and interesting, and teach
HOW to learn this style of music. It’s not
enough to give singers the music, it’s about
showing them how to approach learning
and hearing and feeling the music. I am not
at all against rehearsal tools, such as midi/
part files to learn the notes. The sooner
we get the notes down, the sooner we can
get to making it musical. I also believe that
as a singer, since we have the ability to
sing lyrics, it’s all about the story-telling. I
approach all songs as a story of some sort,
simple or complicated, so that the singing
is lyric-driven for the most part.
What’s the biggest challenge for an ensemble jazz singer?
Learning the inner parts can be very
challenging if a singer hasn’t listened
to jazz harmony much. Learning to sing
the parts and hold your own, in tune and
balancing with the rest of the group is
part of it. Another challenge is the rhythm.
Singing rhythmically together takes time
and practice, and big ears. How to sing
your part, listen to what you’re doing and
then also listen to the group for blend
and balance takes time and practice!
What projects are you currently working on?
Currently, I have The Bobs (www.bobs.com)
and we’re always scheming for the next
project. We just finished a series of family
concerts with the SF Chamber Orchestra,
where Richard Bob Greene arranged a few
Bobs songs for the SFCO and us. We are
looking at turning that into a Pops or Fine
Arts show. Also, new recordings, possibly
a new holiday CD, I’m arranging tunes for
my high school group and the Jazzschool
ensembles, and being a mom to two
incredible teenaged sons.
40 Call 510.845.5373
Youth EnsemblePlacement Auditions
Ongoing!
Contact [email protected]
SPRING 2015 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril 6 – June 8 (9 weeks)
School Closure
May 25, Memorial Day
Spring StudentPerformance Series
June 9 – 18
Dear JYMP students and parents,
As we enter the spring quarter, I’m happy to report that
the Young Musicians Program is thriving! Every week the
halls of the Jazzschool are filled with young folks headed
to and from rehearsals. The energy is infectious, and the
bands are sounding great. Our teachers (Kasey Knudsen,
Colin Hogan, Doug Beavers, Rob Ewing, Joe Bagale,
Charles Hamilton, Dave Eshelman and Kyra Gordon) keep
on challenging and inspiring these young students, and the students keep on rising
to the challenge, as you will see if you come to one of our concerts.
Speaking of concerts, there have been quite a few going on! The Jazzschool Studio Band,
directed by Dave Eshelman, was accepted into the Next Generation Jazz Festival sponsored
by the Monterey Jazz Festival and has been playing gigs all over the Bay Area in preparation
for a European tour this coming summer. Our other small bands are continuing to play in a
youth showcase night every first Friday at the Sound Room in Oakland, and I’m constantly
looking for new opportunities for our students to gain experience performing. I’m also
constantly looking for new students to bring into our program, so don’t hesitate to contact
me to see if there’s a way to find a place for someone new.
Finally, registration is now open for our summer programs for young musicians! Please
see p. 57 – 59 for information on our Summer Youth Program, Girls’ Jazz & Blues Camp,
and High School Jazz Intensive.
Erik Jekabson
Director, Jazzschool Young Musicians Program
How did you begin your career as a singer?
I knew I wanted to be a singer when I was
a kid. I always sang in the chorus and in
the musical theater productions, but I fell
in love with jazz when I was 14 and that
was it for me. I studied music in college
and moved to Chicago after graduating,
having had met the studio singers and
producers from my college years I just
plunged right in and learned everything
I could from the great players and singers
around me. Mostly, I learned to be flexible,
and a quick study. I enjoy a challenge and a
new project, and especially ensemble work.
Young Musicians Program
41
Introduction
Enroll online at cjc.edu
FACULTY PROFILE Angie DoctorAngie Doctor joined the Jazzschool faculty this year as director of the popular Vocal Jazz Ensemble. She began coaching solo jazz singers and choirs while still in college with her teacher Phil Mattson. She has been adjudicating jazz festivals since 1997 and is an ensemble director at the Ruth Asawa SF School of the Arts in addition to the Jazzschool. She has been a member of the acclaimed a cappella group The Bobs for the past three years.
What’s your teaching philosophy?
Keep it fun and interesting, and teach
HOW to learn this style of music. It’s not
enough to give singers the music, it’s about
showing them how to approach learning
and hearing and feeling the music. I am not
at all against rehearsal tools, such as midi/
part files to learn the notes. The sooner
we get the notes down, the sooner we can
get to making it musical. I also believe that
as a singer, since we have the ability to
sing lyrics, it’s all about the story-telling. I
approach all songs as a story of some sort,
simple or complicated, so that the singing
is lyric-driven for the most part.
What’s the biggest challenge for an ensemble jazz singer?
Learning the inner parts can be very
challenging if a singer hasn’t listened
to jazz harmony much. Learning to sing
the parts and hold your own, in tune and
balancing with the rest of the group is
part of it. Another challenge is the rhythm.
Singing rhythmically together takes time
and practice, and big ears. How to sing
your part, listen to what you’re doing and
then also listen to the group for blend
and balance takes time and practice!
What projects are you currently working on?
Currently, I have The Bobs (www.bobs.com)
and we’re always scheming for the next
project. We just finished a series of family
concerts with the SF Chamber Orchestra,
where Richard Bob Greene arranged a few
Bobs songs for the SFCO and us. We are
looking at turning that into a Pops or Fine
Arts show. Also, new recordings, possibly
a new holiday CD, I’m arranging tunes for
my high school group and the Jazzschool
ensembles, and being a mom to two
incredible teenaged sons.
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Youth EnsemblePlacement Auditions
Ongoing!
Contact [email protected]
SPRING 2015 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril 6 – June 8 (9 weeks)
School Closure
May 25, Memorial Day
Spring StudentPerformance Series
June 9 – 18
Dear JYMP students and parents,
As we enter the spring quarter, I’m happy to report that
the Young Musicians Program is thriving! Every week the
halls of the Jazzschool are filled with young folks headed
to and from rehearsals. The energy is infectious, and the
bands are sounding great. Our teachers (Kasey Knudsen,
Colin Hogan, Doug Beavers, Rob Ewing, Joe Bagale,
Charles Hamilton, Dave Eshelman and Kyra Gordon) keep
on challenging and inspiring these young students, and the students keep on rising
to the challenge, as you will see if you come to one of our concerts.
Speaking of concerts, there have been quite a few going on! The Jazzschool Studio Band,
directed by Dave Eshelman, was accepted into the Next Generation Jazz Festival sponsored
by the Monterey Jazz Festival and has been playing gigs all over the Bay Area in preparation
for a European tour this coming summer. Our other small bands are continuing to play in a
youth showcase night every first Friday at the Sound Room in Oakland, and I’m constantly
looking for new opportunities for our students to gain experience performing. I’m also
constantly looking for new students to bring into our program, so don’t hesitate to contact
me to see if there’s a way to find a place for someone new.
Finally, registration is now open for our summer programs for young musicians! Please
see p. 57 – 59 for information on our Summer Youth Program, Girls’ Jazz & Blues Camp,
and High School Jazz Intensive.
Erik Jekabson
Director, Jazzschool Young Musicians Program
How did you begin your career as a singer?
I knew I wanted to be a singer when I was
a kid. I always sang in the chorus and in
the musical theater productions, but I fell
in love with jazz when I was 14 and that
was it for me. I studied music in college
and moved to Chicago after graduating,
having had met the studio singers and
producers from my college years I just
plunged right in and learned everything
I could from the great players and singers
around me. Mostly, I learned to be flexible,
and a quick study. I enjoy a challenge and a
new project, and especially ensemble work.
Young Musicians Program
4342 Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Jazzschool Young Musicians ProgramThe Jazzschool Young Musicians
Program is a year-round compre-
hensive music education and
performance program designed
for instrumental and vocal
students between the ages of
11 and 18. The Young Musicians
Program has been at the center
of the Jazzschool’s educational
and artistic goals since 1997. Its
curriculum provides students
with the opportunity to work
with professional jazz artists
and educators, strengthening
performance skills, expanding
knowledge of jazz theory and
improvisation, and learning
more about the foundations of
jazz and related styles of music.
Students participate in after-
school classes, master classes
with nationally known jazz
artists, and are featured in public
performances in venues through-
out the San Francisco Bay Area
and beyond.
2015 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
JYMP ensembles require a commitment
of three quarters (fall, winter and spring).
Students unable to commit to a full school
year are still encouraged to audition,
however, priority will be given to those who
can remain in the program for the entire
school year. Students wishing to audition
mid-year will be placed in the program
based on availability of open spots in
ensembles and the student’s ability level.
Please note that we may not be able to
accommodate all students but it is our
mission to find a place for everyone if
at all possible.
“It’s the only place I know of that offers such high level jazz ensembles for middle and high school students.” — Anonymous
PLACEMENT & AUDITION REQUIREMENTS – SPRING 2015
AUDITION MATERIALSEntering musicians are asked to prepare
two skill-level appropriate jazz standards,
improvise over a 12-bar blues (optional) or
rhythm changes (for high school students
only) and sight-read.
HOW TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION To schedule an audition, please fill
out an application online at
cjc.edu/youth_auditions. After your
application is received, you will be
contacted within 1 – 2 weeks with an
audition time. Auditions are scheduled on
a first-come, first-served basis and will be
scheduled at the earliest available time.
Students will be contacted with placement
information following the audition.
AUDITION DATES Mid-year auditions are held on
an ongoing basis. Please contact
erik @ cjc.edu or call 510-845-5373
to schedule an audition.
AUDITION BY VIDEO (OPTIONAL) Students have the option of submitting an
online video audition rather than scheduling
an in-person audition. Students submitting
their audition online are still required to fill
out an online application (see above). On
the application form, please select live
audition or video submission. Please note:
online video submissions are not available
for the Studio Band or Advanced High
School Jazz Workshops.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ONLINE VIDEO SUBMISSIONS
• Student should be clearly visible
(and audible) on the video.
• Perform two skill-level appropriate
jazz standards. Please state the name
of each piece before you play it.
• Download one of the two improvisation
tracks at cjc.edu/youth_auditions for
the improvisation portion of your
audition. Two choruses required.
• On the video, it is important that your
playing is heard louder than anything
else, including any accompanying tracks.
PIANO AND GUITAR PLAYERS Follow the above instructions with only
one change: after improvising, please
demonstrate comping/voicings on a
blues or rhythm changes.
DRUMMERSPlease demonstrate the following styles:
• swing, bossa nova, funk/rock.
• Demonstrate each style at various
tempos (i.e. slow, medium, fast)
• On each style/tempo please “trade
fours” with yourself (4 bars of time,
4 bars of solo, etc.)
• Play at least 16 bars of each example
After you have completed your video,
upload your audition to YouTube and title
the video with your name (Example: John
Smith Jazzschool Audition). You should
make this a private video (unless you
don’t mind it being available to the public).
Once the video is uploaded, send a link
to erik @cjc.edu. You may also upload
the video to a private website and email
a link. Please do not email audition videos
as attachments.
For more information about the
JYMP placement process, please
visit cjc.edu/youth_auditions or
contact us at erik @ cjc.edu and
510.845.5373.
Young Musicians Program
4342 Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Jazzschool Young Musicians ProgramThe Jazzschool Young Musicians
Program is a year-round compre-
hensive music education and
performance program designed
for instrumental and vocal
students between the ages of
11 and 18. The Young Musicians
Program has been at the center
of the Jazzschool’s educational
and artistic goals since 1997. Its
curriculum provides students
with the opportunity to work
with professional jazz artists
and educators, strengthening
performance skills, expanding
knowledge of jazz theory and
improvisation, and learning
more about the foundations of
jazz and related styles of music.
Students participate in after-
school classes, master classes
with nationally known jazz
artists, and are featured in public
performances in venues through-
out the San Francisco Bay Area
and beyond.
2015 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
JYMP ensembles require a commitment
of three quarters (fall, winter and spring).
Students unable to commit to a full school
year are still encouraged to audition,
however, priority will be given to those who
can remain in the program for the entire
school year. Students wishing to audition
mid-year will be placed in the program
based on availability of open spots in
ensembles and the student’s ability level.
Please note that we may not be able to
accommodate all students but it is our
mission to find a place for everyone if
at all possible.
“It’s the only place I know of that offers such high level jazz ensembles for middle and high school students.” — Anonymous
PLACEMENT & AUDITION REQUIREMENTS – SPRING 2015
AUDITION MATERIALSEntering musicians are asked to prepare
two skill-level appropriate jazz standards,
improvise over a 12-bar blues (optional) or
rhythm changes (for high school students
only) and sight-read.
HOW TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION To schedule an audition, please fill
out an application online at
cjc.edu/youth_auditions. After your
application is received, you will be
contacted within 1 – 2 weeks with an
audition time. Auditions are scheduled on
a first-come, first-served basis and will be
scheduled at the earliest available time.
Students will be contacted with placement
information following the audition.
AUDITION DATES Mid-year auditions are held on
an ongoing basis. Please contact
erik @ cjc.edu or call 510-845-5373
to schedule an audition.
AUDITION BY VIDEO (OPTIONAL) Students have the option of submitting an
online video audition rather than scheduling
an in-person audition. Students submitting
their audition online are still required to fill
out an online application (see above). On
the application form, please select live
audition or video submission. Please note:
online video submissions are not available
for the Studio Band or Advanced High
School Jazz Workshops.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ONLINE VIDEO SUBMISSIONS
• Student should be clearly visible
(and audible) on the video.
• Perform two skill-level appropriate
jazz standards. Please state the name
of each piece before you play it.
• Download one of the two improvisation
tracks at cjc.edu/youth_auditions for
the improvisation portion of your
audition. Two choruses required.
• On the video, it is important that your
playing is heard louder than anything
else, including any accompanying tracks.
PIANO AND GUITAR PLAYERS Follow the above instructions with only
one change: after improvising, please
demonstrate comping/voicings on a
blues or rhythm changes.
DRUMMERSPlease demonstrate the following styles:
• swing, bossa nova, funk/rock.
• Demonstrate each style at various
tempos (i.e. slow, medium, fast)
• On each style/tempo please “trade
fours” with yourself (4 bars of time,
4 bars of solo, etc.)
• Play at least 16 bars of each example
After you have completed your video,
upload your audition to YouTube and title
the video with your name (Example: John
Smith Jazzschool Audition). You should
make this a private video (unless you
don’t mind it being available to the public).
Once the video is uploaded, send a link
to erik @cjc.edu. You may also upload
the video to a private website and email
a link. Please do not email audition videos
as attachments.
For more information about the
JYMP placement process, please
visit cjc.edu/youth_auditions or
contact us at erik @ cjc.edu and
510.845.5373.
Young Musicians Program
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Young Musicians Program
45Call 510.845.5373
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES
High school and middle school jazz
ensembles are offered Monday
through Thursday in the late
afternoon and early evening.
While we make every effort to
accommodate scheduling requests,
specific placements are based on
the results of an audition.
small performance ensembles
ADVANCED HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ WORKSHOPThese DownBeat award-winning ensem-
bles are designed for advanced-level high
school student players, competent in the
bebop language and wishing to explore the
post-bop harmonic, melodic, rhythmic and
formal innovations of artists such as Coltrane,
Shorter, Corea, Hancock and Brecker. Students
record at Fantasy Studios and participate
in various competitions and festivals.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Doug Beavers • $360
Section II: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Erik Jekabson • $360
HIGH SCHOOL FUNK ENSEMBLEA high-energy ensemble focusing on the
classic funk hits of James Brown, Sly Stone
and others. Vocalists and horns welcome!
Students learn music by ear. (Also open
to advanced middle-school musicians.)
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11 – 6/6 (9 weeks)
Joe Bagale • $360
HIGH SCHOOL LATIN ENSEMBLE: THE MUSIC OF EDDIE PALMIERI The new Eddie Palmieri Ensemble features
performance and analysis of key repertoire
of NEA Jazz Master, 10-time Grammy
award winner and Latin piano legend
Eddie Palmieri. Taught by current Eddie
Palmieri Salsa Orchestra member trom-
bonist Doug Beavers, students learn about
the Afro Cuban idiom through the lens of
Mr. Palmieri’s transcendent repertoire.
Percussionists, bassists, pianists and all
horn players are welcome! An audition
is required.
Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Doug Beavers • $360
MIDDLE SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLESmall groups designed for middle school
musicians interested in learning how to
play jazz and improvise. These ensembles
cover a wide repertoire, from John
Coltrane and Sonny Rollins to Eddie Harris
and James Brown! Students play new
arrangements, focused on stylistic
accuracy and developing coherent solos
in a friendly, non-competitive environment.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section II: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Colin Hogan • $360
Section III: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section IV: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
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HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLEIntermediate- to advanced-level ensembles
for high school musicians interested in
gaining a greater understanding of jazz
theory and developing improvisation skills
through the study and performance of
challenging jazz repertoire.
Section I: Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 weeks) no class 5/25Colin Hogan • $360
Section II: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Charles Hamilton • $360
Section III: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section IV: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Erik Jekabson • $360
Section V: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Rob Ewing • $360
Section VI: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Rob Ewing • $360
Section VII: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/9 – 6/4 (9 weeks)
Colin Hogan • $360
Section VIII: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/9 – 6/4 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section IX: Saturdays 11:45 – 1:15pm4/11 – 6/6 (9 weeks)
Colin Hogan • $360
large performance ensembles
STUDIO BANDThis award-winning ensemble trains
advanced high school musicians from
throughout the Bay Area. Students develop
technique, knowledge of jazz style and an
ability to improvise through standard and
contemporary big band repertoire. This
ensemble records at Fantasy Studios,
performs frequently and participates in
competitions throughout the U.S.
Jazzschool studio bands have played at
Yoshi’s and Savanna Jazz, as well as jazz
festivals in California, New York, Seattle,
Idaho, the Vienne Jazz Festival in France
and the Montreux Jazz Festival, Switzerland.
Students also participate in clinics and
workshops with leading jazz educators.
Full school year commitment is required.
Instrumentation: 5 saxes, 5 trumpets, 5
trombones, guitar, piano, bass and drums.
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 weeks) no class 5/25Dave Eshelman
$225 per quarter
VOCAL COURSES
POP AND R&B VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENSLearn pop and R&B songs while improving
vocal tone and performance skills. This
course is a blend of vocal technique and
repertoire building for the young singer.
Healthy singing techniques and lots of new
songs are introduced in each class. There
is a performance at the end of the quarter.
For ages 12 – 18, all skill levels welcome!
Please contact kgordon@ cjc.edu for
placement consultation.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 weeks) no class 5/25
Section II: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Kyra Gordon • $390
kyra gordon
Young Musicians Program
44
Young Musicians Program
45Call 510.845.5373
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES
High school and middle school jazz
ensembles are offered Monday
through Thursday in the late
afternoon and early evening.
While we make every effort to
accommodate scheduling requests,
specific placements are based on
the results of an audition.
small performance ensembles
ADVANCED HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ WORKSHOPThese DownBeat award-winning ensem-
bles are designed for advanced-level high
school student players, competent in the
bebop language and wishing to explore the
post-bop harmonic, melodic, rhythmic and
formal innovations of artists such as Coltrane,
Shorter, Corea, Hancock and Brecker. Students
record at Fantasy Studios and participate
in various competitions and festivals.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Doug Beavers • $360
Section II: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Erik Jekabson • $360
HIGH SCHOOL FUNK ENSEMBLEA high-energy ensemble focusing on the
classic funk hits of James Brown, Sly Stone
and others. Vocalists and horns welcome!
Students learn music by ear. (Also open
to advanced middle-school musicians.)
Saturdays 10 – 11:30am4/11 – 6/6 (9 weeks)
Joe Bagale • $360
HIGH SCHOOL LATIN ENSEMBLE: THE MUSIC OF EDDIE PALMIERI The new Eddie Palmieri Ensemble features
performance and analysis of key repertoire
of NEA Jazz Master, 10-time Grammy
award winner and Latin piano legend
Eddie Palmieri. Taught by current Eddie
Palmieri Salsa Orchestra member trom-
bonist Doug Beavers, students learn about
the Afro Cuban idiom through the lens of
Mr. Palmieri’s transcendent repertoire.
Percussionists, bassists, pianists and all
horn players are welcome! An audition
is required.
Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Doug Beavers • $360
MIDDLE SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLESmall groups designed for middle school
musicians interested in learning how to
play jazz and improvise. These ensembles
cover a wide repertoire, from John
Coltrane and Sonny Rollins to Eddie Harris
and James Brown! Students play new
arrangements, focused on stylistic
accuracy and developing coherent solos
in a friendly, non-competitive environment.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section II: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 week) no class 5/25Colin Hogan • $360
Section III: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section IV: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
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HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLEIntermediate- to advanced-level ensembles
for high school musicians interested in
gaining a greater understanding of jazz
theory and developing improvisation skills
through the study and performance of
challenging jazz repertoire.
Section I: Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 weeks) no class 5/25Colin Hogan • $360
Section II: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Charles Hamilton • $360
Section III: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section IV: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/7 – 6/2 (9 weeks)
Erik Jekabson • $360
Section V: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Rob Ewing • $360
Section VI: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Rob Ewing • $360
Section VII: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/9 – 6/4 (9 weeks)
Colin Hogan • $360
Section VIII: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/9 – 6/4 (9 weeks)
Kasey Knudsen • $360
Section IX: Saturdays 11:45 – 1:15pm4/11 – 6/6 (9 weeks)
Colin Hogan • $360
large performance ensembles
STUDIO BANDThis award-winning ensemble trains
advanced high school musicians from
throughout the Bay Area. Students develop
technique, knowledge of jazz style and an
ability to improvise through standard and
contemporary big band repertoire. This
ensemble records at Fantasy Studios,
performs frequently and participates in
competitions throughout the U.S.
Jazzschool studio bands have played at
Yoshi’s and Savanna Jazz, as well as jazz
festivals in California, New York, Seattle,
Idaho, the Vienne Jazz Festival in France
and the Montreux Jazz Festival, Switzerland.
Students also participate in clinics and
workshops with leading jazz educators.
Full school year commitment is required.
Instrumentation: 5 saxes, 5 trumpets, 5
trombones, guitar, piano, bass and drums.
Mondays 6:30 – 8pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 weeks) no class 5/25Dave Eshelman
$225 per quarter
VOCAL COURSES
POP AND R&B VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENSLearn pop and R&B songs while improving
vocal tone and performance skills. This
course is a blend of vocal technique and
repertoire building for the young singer.
Healthy singing techniques and lots of new
songs are introduced in each class. There
is a performance at the end of the quarter.
For ages 12 – 18, all skill levels welcome!
Please contact kgordon@ cjc.edu for
placement consultation.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/6 – 6/8 (9 weeks) no class 5/25
Section II: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Kyra Gordon • $390
kyra gordon
47Call 510.845.5373
russ gold
BASS JAZZ BOWING FOR DOUBLE BASSISTS with Seth HonigThis workshop is designed for double
bassists who are interested in improving
their ability to utilize the bow when playing
jazz. Swing rhythm in jazz presents chal-
lenges for the bow that are not addressed in
traditional arco technique. In this workshop
students are given techniques to comfort-
ably approach swing articulation with a bow,
while maintaining a sound idiomatic to the
masters. Handouts are provided. Prerequi-sites: for upright-bass players (cellists also welcome) with the ability to play one easy bebop head and rudimentary arco tech-nique utilizing either French or German grip. Please bring your instrument, if possible.
Sunday, May 3, 2 – 4 pm$20 general admission
Seth Honig is a senior at the California Jazz Conservatory.
This workshop is presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies.
DRUMS AND PERCUSSION PHRASING: ADVANCED RUDIMENTS FOR CREATIVE DRUMMING with Russ Gold Drawing on exercises from his book
Phrasing: Advanced Rudiments for Creative Drumming (Berklee Press), Russ Gold
presents a practice system designed to
help drummers expand their vocabulary
in groove and solo contexts and become
more conversational and dynamic behind
the kit. Participants learn to translate
standard rudiments into rhythmic phrases,
develop a vocabulary of essential phrases,
which can serve as the basis for groove
patterns, fills, and solos, play with greater
facility and power by applying sticking
concepts, translate these rhythms to a
variety of grooves, including jazz, funk,
and Latin, and speak easily and freely on
the kit. A copy of the book is included in
the price of admission! Recommended for
all drummers looking for a challenging
drum set workout.
Sunday, April 12, 2 – 4 pm$45 advance purchase, $60 day of the
workshop (book included in tuition price)
Drummer Russ Gold has worked with musicians as diverse as Gary Lyons (producer of Rolling Stones, Grateful Dead) Johnny Colla of Huey Lewis and the News, Seth Justman of the J. Giles Band, CBS Fusion artists Full Circle, and jazz greats Tom Scott, Sam Rivers, George Coleman, Dave Douglas, and Howard Johnson. During his tenure with Full Circle, the band won “Best Jazz Group” at the San Sebastian Jazz Festival, and garnered Boston Music Awards “Best Jazz Record on a Major Label.” His talent has also been recognized by endorsements of Sabian cymbals, Pro-Mark sticks, Fishman transducers, and Kurzweil synthesizers.
Workshops
NORTHEASTERN BRAZILIAN PERCUSSION with Ami MolinelliThis hands-on workshop will focus on the
northeastern rhythmic styles such as
baiâo, côco, and xaxado with groove and
technique demos using caxixi (basket
shakers), triangle, pandeiro and zabumbas
(bass drum with two mallets). Please bring
instruments if you have them but caxixi,
triangles, pandeiros and zabumbas will be
provided. We will also listen to musical
examples and explore the historical and
cultural relationship of the rhythms to
other cultures in the Caribbean.
Saturday, April 25, 3:15 – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Ami Molinelli is a professional percussionist and educator specializing in Brazilian and Latin percussion, especially the pandeiro. She is the co-leader of the Brazilian choro and jazz ensemble, Grupo Falso Baiano. Her extensive performance and recording credits include theater, television (NBC) and live performances with artists such as Luciana Souza, Jovino Santos-Neto, Mike Patton, George Duke, Allessandro Penezzi, Mike Marshall, Hamilton de Holanda, Teka, John Santos, and Michael Spiro.
THE ART OF BRUSH PLAYINGwith Jon ArkinBrushes are among the most effective and
essential tools available for drummers when
playing in an acoustic jazz context. This
workshop provides an overview of brush
techniques and concepts, including basic
time patterns, variations, accents, textural
possibilities, articulation and finger control.
Moving beyond the fundamentals, it also
covers the ways that brushes can open one’s
playing up to new ideas, dynamics and
interactive possibilities. Open to all drum-
mers, as well as any musician interested in
learning basic time playing with brushes.
Saturday, May 30, 3:15 pm – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Jon Arkin is a highly sought after drummer who has been featured most recently in performance with legendary jazz saxo-phonist Lee Konitz, in addition to many of the most creative and forward-thinking players on the Bay Area jazz scene.
COMPOSITION AND ARRANGING
PULL A CHART APART with Tony CormanMorchestra arranger and bandleader Tony
Corman dissects one of his arrangements,
discussing orchestration, scoring, the
arranger’s mindset, rehearsal techniques,
parts preparation, music notation software
(Sibelius), and any other topics you’d like to
discuss. Open to all, this presentation includes
a wealth of valuable information and insights
for musicians of all levels with an interest in
the craft of arranging and composition.
Sunday, April 26, 2 – 4 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Guitarist and composer Tony Corman is a graduate of Berklee College of Music. He leads the Morchestra, an all-star Bay Area jazz orchestra featuring Tony’s composi-tions and arrangements and also performs with the Five Play Jazz Quintet.
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Workshops
ami molinelli
47Call 510.845.5373
russ gold
BASS JAZZ BOWING FOR DOUBLE BASSISTS with Seth HonigThis workshop is designed for double
bassists who are interested in improving
their ability to utilize the bow when playing
jazz. Swing rhythm in jazz presents chal-
lenges for the bow that are not addressed in
traditional arco technique. In this workshop
students are given techniques to comfort-
ably approach swing articulation with a bow,
while maintaining a sound idiomatic to the
masters. Handouts are provided. Prerequi-sites: for upright-bass players (cellists also welcome) with the ability to play one easy bebop head and rudimentary arco tech-nique utilizing either French or German grip. Please bring your instrument, if possible.
Sunday, May 3, 2 – 4 pm$20 general admission
Seth Honig is a senior at the California Jazz Conservatory.
This workshop is presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies.
DRUMS AND PERCUSSION PHRASING: ADVANCED RUDIMENTS FOR CREATIVE DRUMMING with Russ Gold Drawing on exercises from his book
Phrasing: Advanced Rudiments for Creative Drumming (Berklee Press), Russ Gold
presents a practice system designed to
help drummers expand their vocabulary
in groove and solo contexts and become
more conversational and dynamic behind
the kit. Participants learn to translate
standard rudiments into rhythmic phrases,
develop a vocabulary of essential phrases,
which can serve as the basis for groove
patterns, fills, and solos, play with greater
facility and power by applying sticking
concepts, translate these rhythms to a
variety of grooves, including jazz, funk,
and Latin, and speak easily and freely on
the kit. A copy of the book is included in
the price of admission! Recommended for
all drummers looking for a challenging
drum set workout.
Sunday, April 12, 2 – 4 pm$45 advance purchase, $60 day of the
workshop (book included in tuition price)
Drummer Russ Gold has worked with musicians as diverse as Gary Lyons (producer of Rolling Stones, Grateful Dead) Johnny Colla of Huey Lewis and the News, Seth Justman of the J. Giles Band, CBS Fusion artists Full Circle, and jazz greats Tom Scott, Sam Rivers, George Coleman, Dave Douglas, and Howard Johnson. During his tenure with Full Circle, the band won “Best Jazz Group” at the San Sebastian Jazz Festival, and garnered Boston Music Awards “Best Jazz Record on a Major Label.” His talent has also been recognized by endorsements of Sabian cymbals, Pro-Mark sticks, Fishman transducers, and Kurzweil synthesizers.
Workshops
NORTHEASTERN BRAZILIAN PERCUSSION with Ami MolinelliThis hands-on workshop will focus on the
northeastern rhythmic styles such as
baiâo, côco, and xaxado with groove and
technique demos using caxixi (basket
shakers), triangle, pandeiro and zabumbas
(bass drum with two mallets). Please bring
instruments if you have them but caxixi,
triangles, pandeiros and zabumbas will be
provided. We will also listen to musical
examples and explore the historical and
cultural relationship of the rhythms to
other cultures in the Caribbean.
Saturday, April 25, 3:15 – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Ami Molinelli is a professional percussionist and educator specializing in Brazilian and Latin percussion, especially the pandeiro. She is the co-leader of the Brazilian choro and jazz ensemble, Grupo Falso Baiano. Her extensive performance and recording credits include theater, television (NBC) and live performances with artists such as Luciana Souza, Jovino Santos-Neto, Mike Patton, George Duke, Allessandro Penezzi, Mike Marshall, Hamilton de Holanda, Teka, John Santos, and Michael Spiro.
THE ART OF BRUSH PLAYINGwith Jon ArkinBrushes are among the most effective and
essential tools available for drummers when
playing in an acoustic jazz context. This
workshop provides an overview of brush
techniques and concepts, including basic
time patterns, variations, accents, textural
possibilities, articulation and finger control.
Moving beyond the fundamentals, it also
covers the ways that brushes can open one’s
playing up to new ideas, dynamics and
interactive possibilities. Open to all drum-
mers, as well as any musician interested in
learning basic time playing with brushes.
Saturday, May 30, 3:15 pm – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Jon Arkin is a highly sought after drummer who has been featured most recently in performance with legendary jazz saxo-phonist Lee Konitz, in addition to many of the most creative and forward-thinking players on the Bay Area jazz scene.
COMPOSITION AND ARRANGING
PULL A CHART APART with Tony CormanMorchestra arranger and bandleader Tony
Corman dissects one of his arrangements,
discussing orchestration, scoring, the
arranger’s mindset, rehearsal techniques,
parts preparation, music notation software
(Sibelius), and any other topics you’d like to
discuss. Open to all, this presentation includes
a wealth of valuable information and insights
for musicians of all levels with an interest in
the craft of arranging and composition.
Sunday, April 26, 2 – 4 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Guitarist and composer Tony Corman is a graduate of Berklee College of Music. He leads the Morchestra, an all-star Bay Area jazz orchestra featuring Tony’s composi-tions and arrangements and also performs with the Five Play Jazz Quintet.
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PIANO AND KEYBOARDS
JAZZ ORGAN with Wil BladesA history of the jazz organ and an
introduction to basic performance
techniques with Wil Blades, one of
the top Hammond B-3 masters of his
generation! Open to all.
Saturday, April 18, 3:15 – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
From cookin’ with Blues legend John Lee Hooker, organ summits with B-3 master Dr. Lonnie Smith, television and radio appearances, Wil Blades has gained critical acclaim and international recognition. He has been named “Rising Star” for organ in the Downbeat critics poll every year since 2006. Current musical collaborations include groups with guitarist Will Bernard, Stanton Moore Trio and two different duo projects with drummers Scott Amendola and Billy Martin.
HOW TO VOICE STANDARDS FOR THE PIANO: THE MENUwith Mark LevineGrammy-nominated pianist and educator
Mark Levine shows how to create effective
jazz piano arrangements using 4th chords,
upper structures, the “So What” chord, the
“Kenny Barron” and “Herbie Hancock”
chords, and rootless left-hand voicings. Mark
has created a “voicing menu” to facilitate
matching the melody note at any given
point with the best possible piano voicing
and has recently published a book on the
topic. (Sher Music)
Sunday, May 3, 2 – 4 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Grammy-nominated pianist and author Mark Levine has played or recorded with a who’s who of the greatest musicians in jazz including Woody Shaw, Mongo Santamaria, Joe Henderson, Willie Bobo, Bobby Hutcherson, Hubert Laws, Moacir Santos, Freddie Hubbard, Cal Tjader, Wallace Roney, Tito Puente, Jerry Bergonzi, Milt Jackson, Francisco Aguabella, Harold Land, David Liebman and many others.
Workshops
JAZZ PIANO MASTERSwith Larry VuckovichFor both musicians and fans, renowned
pianist Larry Vuckovich offers a unique
workshop highlighting the different
historic periods of jazz piano. As in past
workshops, he will feature recordings
of the masters and also personally
demonstrate their signature styles. The
last workshop in November featured
the Unsung Heroes of Jazz Piano — lesser
known but true jazz masters who have
made an impact on the history of this
music. This workshop will highlight some
of the earlier established masters as well
as giving focus on the later ones. In
particular pianist Albert Dailey will be
featured. Albert’s wide ranging style
covered traditional swinging jazz of bebop
era, post-bop, contemporary jazz and also
included a strong classical connection that
exposed his masterful touch on the piano.
Also featured in this workshop will be the
amazing Terry Pollard, who Barry Harris
gives such praise saying that she was
ahead of all of them during the develop-
ment of bebop style in the late 40s and
mid 50s. Additional focus will be given to
other deserving Unsung Heroes as Horace
Parlan, Sir Roland Hanna, Carl Perkins,
Victor Feldman, and Duke Pearson
Sunday, May 17, Noon – 3 pm$30 advance, $35 day of the workshop
Larry Vuckovich gained first-hand knowl-edge from performances or recordings with many of the jazz greats including Dexter Gordon, Charles McPherson, Charlie Haden, Tom Harrell, Bobby Hutcherson, Tony Bennett, Joe Williams, Jon Hendricks, Bobby McFerrin, Billy Higgins, Philly Joe Jones and Elvin Jones. Larry has been associated with several piano icons, such as Bud Powell, Red Garland, Bill Evans, Barry Harris, Tommy Flanagan, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea and as the only student of Vince Guaraldi.
INTERMEDIATE BLUES PIANO WORKSHOPwith Jennifer JollyThe workshop will begin with a brief
history and overview of blues piano,
including listening samples of some of
the greatest players. After reviewing
the familiar 12-bar form and its common
variations, students will then play songs
in the 8-bar, 16-bar, and 24-bar blues
forms. Players will learn lots of common
bass lines, right-hand licks, and other
blues vocabulary. Students will play
excerpts from classic blues piano tunes
in a wide range of styles including
barrelhouse, boogie-woogie, New Orleans
blues, jump blues, early R&R/R&B,
Chicago blues, and jazz blues. Participants
will leave with many tricks of the trade,
suggestions for further study, and a
deeper knowledge and feel for blues
piano. All materials provided.
Prerequisites: completion of Jennifer’s Blues Piano course at The Jazzschool or equivalent experience.
Sunday, May 31, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Jennifer Jolly is a keyboardist specializing in New Orleans R&B blues, boogie-woogie, African, Caribbean, R&B, funk, honky-tonk, rock and other rhymic styles. She teaches at the Jazzschool and the Cazadero Family Camp, and performs with Baba Ken & Kotoja, Zulu Spear, and Big B & His Snake Oil Saviors, among others.
Workshops
49Enroll online at cjc.edu
wil blades
“Ms. Jolly is an exceptionally gifted teacher. Her love of the music is obvious and contagious. I would study anything she taught!” — Vida Bateau
48 Call 510.845.5373
PIANO AND KEYBOARDS
JAZZ ORGAN with Wil BladesA history of the jazz organ and an
introduction to basic performance
techniques with Wil Blades, one of
the top Hammond B-3 masters of his
generation! Open to all.
Saturday, April 18, 3:15 – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
From cookin’ with Blues legend John Lee Hooker, organ summits with B-3 master Dr. Lonnie Smith, television and radio appearances, Wil Blades has gained critical acclaim and international recognition. He has been named “Rising Star” for organ in the Downbeat critics poll every year since 2006. Current musical collaborations include groups with guitarist Will Bernard, Stanton Moore Trio and two different duo projects with drummers Scott Amendola and Billy Martin.
HOW TO VOICE STANDARDS FOR THE PIANO: THE MENUwith Mark LevineGrammy-nominated pianist and educator
Mark Levine shows how to create effective
jazz piano arrangements using 4th chords,
upper structures, the “So What” chord, the
“Kenny Barron” and “Herbie Hancock”
chords, and rootless left-hand voicings. Mark
has created a “voicing menu” to facilitate
matching the melody note at any given
point with the best possible piano voicing
and has recently published a book on the
topic. (Sher Music)
Sunday, May 3, 2 – 4 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Grammy-nominated pianist and author Mark Levine has played or recorded with a who’s who of the greatest musicians in jazz including Woody Shaw, Mongo Santamaria, Joe Henderson, Willie Bobo, Bobby Hutcherson, Hubert Laws, Moacir Santos, Freddie Hubbard, Cal Tjader, Wallace Roney, Tito Puente, Jerry Bergonzi, Milt Jackson, Francisco Aguabella, Harold Land, David Liebman and many others.
Workshops
JAZZ PIANO MASTERSwith Larry VuckovichFor both musicians and fans, renowned
pianist Larry Vuckovich offers a unique
workshop highlighting the different
historic periods of jazz piano. As in past
workshops, he will feature recordings
of the masters and also personally
demonstrate their signature styles. The
last workshop in November featured
the Unsung Heroes of Jazz Piano — lesser
known but true jazz masters who have
made an impact on the history of this
music. This workshop will highlight some
of the earlier established masters as well
as giving focus on the later ones. In
particular pianist Albert Dailey will be
featured. Albert’s wide ranging style
covered traditional swinging jazz of bebop
era, post-bop, contemporary jazz and also
included a strong classical connection that
exposed his masterful touch on the piano.
Also featured in this workshop will be the
amazing Terry Pollard, who Barry Harris
gives such praise saying that she was
ahead of all of them during the develop-
ment of bebop style in the late 40s and
mid 50s. Additional focus will be given to
other deserving Unsung Heroes as Horace
Parlan, Sir Roland Hanna, Carl Perkins,
Victor Feldman, and Duke Pearson
Sunday, May 17, Noon – 3 pm$30 advance, $35 day of the workshop
Larry Vuckovich gained first-hand knowl-edge from performances or recordings with many of the jazz greats including Dexter Gordon, Charles McPherson, Charlie Haden, Tom Harrell, Bobby Hutcherson, Tony Bennett, Joe Williams, Jon Hendricks, Bobby McFerrin, Billy Higgins, Philly Joe Jones and Elvin Jones. Larry has been associated with several piano icons, such as Bud Powell, Red Garland, Bill Evans, Barry Harris, Tommy Flanagan, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea and as the only student of Vince Guaraldi.
INTERMEDIATE BLUES PIANO WORKSHOPwith Jennifer JollyThe workshop will begin with a brief
history and overview of blues piano,
including listening samples of some of
the greatest players. After reviewing
the familiar 12-bar form and its common
variations, students will then play songs
in the 8-bar, 16-bar, and 24-bar blues
forms. Players will learn lots of common
bass lines, right-hand licks, and other
blues vocabulary. Students will play
excerpts from classic blues piano tunes
in a wide range of styles including
barrelhouse, boogie-woogie, New Orleans
blues, jump blues, early R&R/R&B,
Chicago blues, and jazz blues. Participants
will leave with many tricks of the trade,
suggestions for further study, and a
deeper knowledge and feel for blues
piano. All materials provided.
Prerequisites: completion of Jennifer’s Blues Piano course at The Jazzschool or equivalent experience.
Sunday, May 31, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Jennifer Jolly is a keyboardist specializing in New Orleans R&B blues, boogie-woogie, African, Caribbean, R&B, funk, honky-tonk, rock and other rhymic styles. She teaches at the Jazzschool and the Cazadero Family Camp, and performs with Baba Ken & Kotoja, Zulu Spear, and Big B & His Snake Oil Saviors, among others.
Workshops
49Enroll online at cjc.edu
wil blades
“Ms. Jolly is an exceptionally gifted teacher. Her love of the music is obvious and contagious. I would study anything she taught!” — Vida Bateau
50 51Call 510.845.5373
STRINGS
THE FIDDLE: ROOTS AND JAZZwith Enion Pelta-Tiller and TaarkaThe fourth in a series of five unique string
workshops. Designed to bring bowed
string players and aficionados face-to-face
with the finest, most stylistically varied
jazz violinists available. All workshops will
include demonstrations and improvisa-
tional sessions aimed at the interests and
abilities of the attendees. Students should
bring a bowed stringed instrument if
they wish to play. Others can listen and
participate in discussions about the violin
in jazz. Each workshop will have a broad
focus. This session with Enion Pelta-Tiller
will perhaps focus on Enion’s ability to
play both jazz and ‘roots’ music as well
as other styles. Should one think in terms
of ‘style’ when playing? Are there violin
techniques specific to different styles?
JAZZ BOWED STRINGS WORKSHOPwith Mads TollingThe last in a series of five unique work-
shops, designed to bring bowed string
players and aficionados face-to-face
with the finest, most stylistically varied
jazz violinists available. All workshops
will include demonstrations and improvi-
sational sessions aimed at the interests
and abilities of the attendees. Students
should bring a bowed stringed instrument
if they wish to play. Others can listen
and participate in discussions about the
violin in jazz.
Mads will also be in concert Friday, May 29 at Point Richmond Jazz.
Please note: This workshop will take place at Point Richmond Jazz:714 Western Dr., Point Richmond, 94801. (Enter from the Alley above Western)
Saturday, May 30, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Mads Tolling is a two-time Grammy award-winner with the Turtle Island Quartet. As violist with the quartet, 2003 – 2007 and now as first violinist, 2007 – present, Mads maintains an active touring and recording schedule with the great Stanley Clarke and others as well as composing and giving master classes. Tolling has received Denmark’s Sankt Annae’s Award for Musical Excellence as well as grants from Queen Margaret, the Sonning Foundation and the Berklee Elvin Jones Award. He has performed with Paquito d’Rivera, Kenny Barron, Joe Lovano, Stefon Harris, Sergio & Odair Assad, Leo Kottke and Russell Ferrante. Mads has recently been commissioned to write a piece for the Oakland East Bay Symphony to be premiered on February 20, 2015 at the Paramount Theater in Oakland.
TECHNOLOGY
CRASH COURSE IN SOUND SYSTEMS FOR PERFORMING INSTRUMENTALISTS AND VOCALISTS with Lee BrenkmanThis workshop covers survival skills and
techniques to help musicians and singers
get the best results from their own sound
equipment, from a single microphone to a
complete system, and how to successfully
interact with sound technicians at venues
that provide sound systems. Learn some
“tricks of the trade” to get the best sound
for your gig. Topics include the different
types of microphones and their functions,
evaluating equipment for purchase and
how to set up a small sound system. Also
how to ask sound people for what you
want in terms they understand and making
efficient use of sound check time. This
workshop is very attendee-driven. Any
and all questions are welcome!
Sunday, May 31, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Lee Brenkman has been a top sound technician at multiple Bay Area venues for several decades including the California Jazz Conservatory, Great American Music Hall and Stanford Jazz Workshop.
taarka
Workshops
Can just listening be your guide? What
should you listen for? Ask Enion! Enion
Pelta-Tiller will also be in concert with
Taarka on Friday, Apr. 24 at Point
Richmond Jazz.
Please note: This workshop will take place at Point Richmond Jazz:714 Western Dr., Point Richmond, 94801. (Enter from the Alley above Western)
Saturday, April 25, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
After viola studies at Peabody Institute in Baltimore, MD, Enion Pelta-Tiller moved to NYC, performing cutting edge music straddling punk, free jazz, and classical and landing a gig with Menyhart Jeno, the crown prince of Hungary’s New Wave music scene, in his Mr Con and the Bioneers. Upon her return she met her husband, mandolinist David Pelta-Tiller, founding Taarka. Taarka has performed at major festivals across the country.
mads tolling
50 51Call 510.845.5373
STRINGS
THE FIDDLE: ROOTS AND JAZZwith Enion Pelta-Tiller and TaarkaThe fourth in a series of five unique string
workshops. Designed to bring bowed
string players and aficionados face-to-face
with the finest, most stylistically varied
jazz violinists available. All workshops will
include demonstrations and improvisa-
tional sessions aimed at the interests and
abilities of the attendees. Students should
bring a bowed stringed instrument if
they wish to play. Others can listen and
participate in discussions about the violin
in jazz. Each workshop will have a broad
focus. This session with Enion Pelta-Tiller
will perhaps focus on Enion’s ability to
play both jazz and ‘roots’ music as well
as other styles. Should one think in terms
of ‘style’ when playing? Are there violin
techniques specific to different styles?
JAZZ BOWED STRINGS WORKSHOPwith Mads TollingThe last in a series of five unique work-
shops, designed to bring bowed string
players and aficionados face-to-face
with the finest, most stylistically varied
jazz violinists available. All workshops
will include demonstrations and improvi-
sational sessions aimed at the interests
and abilities of the attendees. Students
should bring a bowed stringed instrument
if they wish to play. Others can listen
and participate in discussions about the
violin in jazz.
Mads will also be in concert Friday, May 29 at Point Richmond Jazz.
Please note: This workshop will take place at Point Richmond Jazz:714 Western Dr., Point Richmond, 94801. (Enter from the Alley above Western)
Saturday, May 30, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Mads Tolling is a two-time Grammy award-winner with the Turtle Island Quartet. As violist with the quartet, 2003 – 2007 and now as first violinist, 2007 – present, Mads maintains an active touring and recording schedule with the great Stanley Clarke and others as well as composing and giving master classes. Tolling has received Denmark’s Sankt Annae’s Award for Musical Excellence as well as grants from Queen Margaret, the Sonning Foundation and the Berklee Elvin Jones Award. He has performed with Paquito d’Rivera, Kenny Barron, Joe Lovano, Stefon Harris, Sergio & Odair Assad, Leo Kottke and Russell Ferrante. Mads has recently been commissioned to write a piece for the Oakland East Bay Symphony to be premiered on February 20, 2015 at the Paramount Theater in Oakland.
TECHNOLOGY
CRASH COURSE IN SOUND SYSTEMS FOR PERFORMING INSTRUMENTALISTS AND VOCALISTS with Lee BrenkmanThis workshop covers survival skills and
techniques to help musicians and singers
get the best results from their own sound
equipment, from a single microphone to a
complete system, and how to successfully
interact with sound technicians at venues
that provide sound systems. Learn some
“tricks of the trade” to get the best sound
for your gig. Topics include the different
types of microphones and their functions,
evaluating equipment for purchase and
how to set up a small sound system. Also
how to ask sound people for what you
want in terms they understand and making
efficient use of sound check time. This
workshop is very attendee-driven. Any
and all questions are welcome!
Sunday, May 31, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Lee Brenkman has been a top sound technician at multiple Bay Area venues for several decades including the California Jazz Conservatory, Great American Music Hall and Stanford Jazz Workshop.
taarka
Workshops
Can just listening be your guide? What
should you listen for? Ask Enion! Enion
Pelta-Tiller will also be in concert with
Taarka on Friday, Apr. 24 at Point
Richmond Jazz.
Please note: This workshop will take place at Point Richmond Jazz:714 Western Dr., Point Richmond, 94801. (Enter from the Alley above Western)
Saturday, April 25, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
After viola studies at Peabody Institute in Baltimore, MD, Enion Pelta-Tiller moved to NYC, performing cutting edge music straddling punk, free jazz, and classical and landing a gig with Menyhart Jeno, the crown prince of Hungary’s New Wave music scene, in his Mr Con and the Bioneers. Upon her return she met her husband, mandolinist David Pelta-Tiller, founding Taarka. Taarka has performed at major festivals across the country.
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THEORY & IMPROVISATIONFREE PLAY: AN INTRODUCTION TO FREE IMPROVISATION with Ron HortonBeyond knowing tunes and styles, today’s
jazz players are expected to be able to
improvise musically and meaningfully in a
“free” context. But when there’s no song
form or chord progression, how do you
find the music? Explore an approach to
free improvisation that emphasizes
listening and interaction, timbre, rhythmic
and extended techniques, and ways to
vary the sound of the group to keep
yourself and your listeners engaged. We’ll
discuss the history and pioneers of free
improvisation, how to compose for free
settings, and try our hand at creating
music in a free context. All levels welcome,
bring your instruments, open ears and
creative spirit to this engaging workshop.
Sunday, April 19, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Since 1982, trumpeter Ron Horton has been an integral part of the New York jazz scene and he stands out both as an exemplary instrumentalist and as a highly progressive composer and arranger. Whether called upon as a sideman or as a leader of one of his own ensembles, he shows that he is committed to further expanding the existing perimeters of jazz. Horton has had many long musical associations with leaders such as saxo-phonist Jane Ira Bloom and pianist Andrew Hill. Horton has also had an integral collaboration with New York’s Jazz Composers Collective, going back to its inception in 1992, and appears on several CDs by the other members of the group, such as Ben Allison and Michael Blake, as well as the collective’s Herbie Nichols Project.
MUSICIAN! A READING AND DISCUSSION with Dan WilenskyThe author and saxophonist reads from his
book about life as a musician and leads a
free-wheeling discussion on the realities
of the contemporary music world. For the
neophyte, Wilensky demystifies the process
of becoming a “real” musician. For the
typical club musician he provides a list
of reasons and ways to advance. For elite
players, he shares his insights on how to
capture and maintain the elusive creative
fire that separates the journeyman from the
virtuoso. From nurturing young musicians
to helping professionals cultivate their own
identity, Wilensky examines familiar territory
with a fresh perspective, and illuminates
subjects that are rarely discussed.
Sunday, April 19, 2 – 4 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Dan Wilensky toured with Ray Charles as lead alto player just after graduating from Berkeley High School. Other career highlights include touring with Joan Baez as her pianist, performing in videos and TV shows with David Bowie, Steve Winwood, Martika, and Sheena Easton, playing with Rick Derringer in the TV house band for Joy Behar’s Way Off Broadway, and gigging with Ben E. King, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Carole King, Cab Calloway and Aretha Franklin.
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TWELVE-TONE IMPROVISATIONwith John O’GallagherNew York-based saxophonist John
O’Gallagher presents an approach to
contemporary jazz improvisation drawing
on concepts from post-tonal music theory,
as detailed in his book, Twelve-Tone Impro-visation — A Method for Using Tone Rows in Jazz (Advance Music). Recommended
for experienced jazz players interested
in exploring new musical horizons.
Sunday, April 26, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
During the past 25 years living in New York John O’Gallagher has become known for his projects as a leader, and as a sought after sidemen, working with artists such as Joe Henderson, Maria Schneider, Kenny Wheeler, Billy Hart, Tony Malaby, Jeff Williams, Tom Rainey, Chris Cheek, Ralph Alessi, Rudresh Mahanthappa, Mike Formanek, Ben Monder and numerous others.
JAZZ THEORY COMPLETE IN TWO HOURS with Mark LevineAuthor of The Jazz Theory Book, one of
the world’s most widely used jazz theory
texts, Mark Levine boils it all down to a
single two-hour workshop! From the
II-V-I progression through advanced
harmonic techniques, scale theory and
reharmonization. Bring music manuscript
paper and a pencil.
Sunday, May 3, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
For Mark Levine bio, see p. 48.
HAPPY ENDINGS: THE ART OF ENDING A TUNE with Anton SchwartzThe final moments of a song are crucial
to the lasting impression it leaves. This
workshop for both rhythm section players
and soloists addresses all the practical
elements of pulling it off in style. Topics
include: ritards, taking harmonic cues,
playing over single and multiple fermatas,
arranged endings, endings on the fly,
nonverbal band communication. Bring your
instruments, as there will be ample playing
and critique! Prerequisites: Experience performing songs and improvising.
Saturday, May 9, 3:15 – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
With home bases in both Seattle and Oakland, saxophonist Anton Schwartz has won critical acclaim for each of four albums released since 1998. He has performed across the country in major venues from the Monterey Jazz Festival to Yoshi’s, SFJAZZ, Blues Alley and the Blue Note in New York. Education is a key focus and Anton has taught at Harvard University, the Jazzschool, Stanford Jazz Workshop and the Brubeck Institute.
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john o’gallagher
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THEORY & IMPROVISATIONFREE PLAY: AN INTRODUCTION TO FREE IMPROVISATION with Ron HortonBeyond knowing tunes and styles, today’s
jazz players are expected to be able to
improvise musically and meaningfully in a
“free” context. But when there’s no song
form or chord progression, how do you
find the music? Explore an approach to
free improvisation that emphasizes
listening and interaction, timbre, rhythmic
and extended techniques, and ways to
vary the sound of the group to keep
yourself and your listeners engaged. We’ll
discuss the history and pioneers of free
improvisation, how to compose for free
settings, and try our hand at creating
music in a free context. All levels welcome,
bring your instruments, open ears and
creative spirit to this engaging workshop.
Sunday, April 19, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Since 1982, trumpeter Ron Horton has been an integral part of the New York jazz scene and he stands out both as an exemplary instrumentalist and as a highly progressive composer and arranger. Whether called upon as a sideman or as a leader of one of his own ensembles, he shows that he is committed to further expanding the existing perimeters of jazz. Horton has had many long musical associations with leaders such as saxo-phonist Jane Ira Bloom and pianist Andrew Hill. Horton has also had an integral collaboration with New York’s Jazz Composers Collective, going back to its inception in 1992, and appears on several CDs by the other members of the group, such as Ben Allison and Michael Blake, as well as the collective’s Herbie Nichols Project.
MUSICIAN! A READING AND DISCUSSION with Dan WilenskyThe author and saxophonist reads from his
book about life as a musician and leads a
free-wheeling discussion on the realities
of the contemporary music world. For the
neophyte, Wilensky demystifies the process
of becoming a “real” musician. For the
typical club musician he provides a list
of reasons and ways to advance. For elite
players, he shares his insights on how to
capture and maintain the elusive creative
fire that separates the journeyman from the
virtuoso. From nurturing young musicians
to helping professionals cultivate their own
identity, Wilensky examines familiar territory
with a fresh perspective, and illuminates
subjects that are rarely discussed.
Sunday, April 19, 2 – 4 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Dan Wilensky toured with Ray Charles as lead alto player just after graduating from Berkeley High School. Other career highlights include touring with Joan Baez as her pianist, performing in videos and TV shows with David Bowie, Steve Winwood, Martika, and Sheena Easton, playing with Rick Derringer in the TV house band for Joy Behar’s Way Off Broadway, and gigging with Ben E. King, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Carole King, Cab Calloway and Aretha Franklin.
Workshops
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TWELVE-TONE IMPROVISATIONwith John O’GallagherNew York-based saxophonist John
O’Gallagher presents an approach to
contemporary jazz improvisation drawing
on concepts from post-tonal music theory,
as detailed in his book, Twelve-Tone Impro-visation — A Method for Using Tone Rows in Jazz (Advance Music). Recommended
for experienced jazz players interested
in exploring new musical horizons.
Sunday, April 26, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
During the past 25 years living in New York John O’Gallagher has become known for his projects as a leader, and as a sought after sidemen, working with artists such as Joe Henderson, Maria Schneider, Kenny Wheeler, Billy Hart, Tony Malaby, Jeff Williams, Tom Rainey, Chris Cheek, Ralph Alessi, Rudresh Mahanthappa, Mike Formanek, Ben Monder and numerous others.
JAZZ THEORY COMPLETE IN TWO HOURS with Mark LevineAuthor of The Jazz Theory Book, one of
the world’s most widely used jazz theory
texts, Mark Levine boils it all down to a
single two-hour workshop! From the
II-V-I progression through advanced
harmonic techniques, scale theory and
reharmonization. Bring music manuscript
paper and a pencil.
Sunday, May 3, 11 am – 1 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
For Mark Levine bio, see p. 48.
HAPPY ENDINGS: THE ART OF ENDING A TUNE with Anton SchwartzThe final moments of a song are crucial
to the lasting impression it leaves. This
workshop for both rhythm section players
and soloists addresses all the practical
elements of pulling it off in style. Topics
include: ritards, taking harmonic cues,
playing over single and multiple fermatas,
arranged endings, endings on the fly,
nonverbal band communication. Bring your
instruments, as there will be ample playing
and critique! Prerequisites: Experience performing songs and improvising.
Saturday, May 9, 3:15 – 5:15 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
With home bases in both Seattle and Oakland, saxophonist Anton Schwartz has won critical acclaim for each of four albums released since 1998. He has performed across the country in major venues from the Monterey Jazz Festival to Yoshi’s, SFJAZZ, Blues Alley and the Blue Note in New York. Education is a key focus and Anton has taught at Harvard University, the Jazzschool, Stanford Jazz Workshop and the Brubeck Institute.
Workshops
ron horton
john o’gallagher
55Enroll online at cjc.edu
BEYOND THE BLUES SCALEwith Anton SchwartzDesigned for players accustomed to using
a single scale for each song they impro-
vise over, this interactive workshop
introduces participants to the rich
experience of improvising over changing
harmony. The leap from jamming over a
chord or a blues scale to playing meaning-
fully over moving chords can be over-
whelming; this workshop breaks it down
through progressive exercises that allow
students to HEAR and FEEL the changes
of harmony, paving the way for students
to play over chord changes as a natural
expression of emotion rather than an
intellectual exercise. Participants learn to
improvise over a 12-bar blues like a jazz
musician, bringing out the unique sound
of each part of the blues form, rather than
treating it all as an undifferentiated whole.
Prerequisites: knowledge of major and minor scales and facility on a melodic instrument. Bring your instrument.
Sunday, May 10, 11 am – 4 pm$75 advance, $90 day of the workshop
For Anton Schwartz bio, see p. 53.
MELODIC MASTERY with Dmitri MathenyBased on the teachings of his mentor
and jazz icon Art Farmer, trumpeter
Dmitri Matheny presents a lyrical, melodic
approach to jazz improvisation. He explores
the mental processes that take place while
playing a jazz solo and the skills required for
true improvisation. With an emphasis on
deep listening and jazz-as-conversation, the
workshop outlines the elements of music
from the soloist’s perspective (melody,
harmony, rhythm, tone, timbre and form),
and why the melody should be your guide
when improvising. Matheny explains how to
spontaneously create your own melodies
and develop them in real time through a
series of simple or complex harmonic
changes. He provides recorded examples,
demonstrates specific techniques on his
horn, and shares relevant anecdotes, while
discussing the importance of developing
your own personal sound. For all improvisers.
Sunday, June 7, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Recognized for his warm tone, soaring lyricism and masterful technique, Dmitri Matheny has been hailed as “the first breakthrough flugelhornist since Chuck Mangione” (San Jose Mercury News). Emerging in the 1990s as a protégé of Art Farmer, Matheny has matured into “one of the jazz world’s most talented horn players” (SF Chronicle), touring internationally and releasing nine critically acclaimed albums. He is an honors graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy and the Berklee College of Music.
LEARNING JAZZ IMPROVISATION: A SYSTEMATIC APPROACHwith Andrea BrachfeldAndrea Brachfeld provides a clear and
concise step-by-step jazz improvisation
method. Learn about key historical events
which influenced the cultural development
of jazz and the musicians who contributed
to the innovations in the music. Additional
topics include jazz ear training, practical
jazz theory and a three tier system of
conscious, subconscious and supercon-
scious learning. Open to all!
Sunday, May 24, 2 – 4 pm$35 advance, $50 day of workshop, or $65
for both 5/24 Brachfeld workshops
Andrea Brachfeld, a graduate of Manhat-tan School of Music, has played and recorded with the top artists of Latin Jazz and Latin music and has five CDs out as a leader. Her breakthrough performance as the flutist for the popular Latin band Charanga ’76 catapulted her into Salsa history and fame as the first female flutist to play this music in the United States.
WELLNESS
CURING FOCAL DYSTONIA: A PERSONAL SUCCESS STORYwith Andrea BrachfeldIn this presentation, flutist Andrea
Brachfeld will share her personal success
story of how she cured herself of Focal
Dystonia, an extremely debilitating
dysfunction which has been occurring
more and more in musicians’ lives. She
will also discuss the different strategies
she used for healing and questions we
must all address in order to prevent this
dysfunction as well as any other musi-
cians’ injuries that are becoming more
and more commonplace in the field.
Sunday, May 24, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$35 advance, $50 day of workshop, or $65
for both 5/24 Brachfeld workshops
54 Call 510.845.5373
Workshops
dmitri matheny
Workshops
anton schwartz
andrea brachfeld
55Enroll online at cjc.edu
BEYOND THE BLUES SCALEwith Anton SchwartzDesigned for players accustomed to using
a single scale for each song they impro-
vise over, this interactive workshop
introduces participants to the rich
experience of improvising over changing
harmony. The leap from jamming over a
chord or a blues scale to playing meaning-
fully over moving chords can be over-
whelming; this workshop breaks it down
through progressive exercises that allow
students to HEAR and FEEL the changes
of harmony, paving the way for students
to play over chord changes as a natural
expression of emotion rather than an
intellectual exercise. Participants learn to
improvise over a 12-bar blues like a jazz
musician, bringing out the unique sound
of each part of the blues form, rather than
treating it all as an undifferentiated whole.
Prerequisites: knowledge of major and minor scales and facility on a melodic instrument. Bring your instrument.
Sunday, May 10, 11 am – 4 pm$75 advance, $90 day of the workshop
For Anton Schwartz bio, see p. 53.
MELODIC MASTERY with Dmitri MathenyBased on the teachings of his mentor
and jazz icon Art Farmer, trumpeter
Dmitri Matheny presents a lyrical, melodic
approach to jazz improvisation. He explores
the mental processes that take place while
playing a jazz solo and the skills required for
true improvisation. With an emphasis on
deep listening and jazz-as-conversation, the
workshop outlines the elements of music
from the soloist’s perspective (melody,
harmony, rhythm, tone, timbre and form),
and why the melody should be your guide
when improvising. Matheny explains how to
spontaneously create your own melodies
and develop them in real time through a
series of simple or complex harmonic
changes. He provides recorded examples,
demonstrates specific techniques on his
horn, and shares relevant anecdotes, while
discussing the importance of developing
your own personal sound. For all improvisers.
Sunday, June 7, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
Recognized for his warm tone, soaring lyricism and masterful technique, Dmitri Matheny has been hailed as “the first breakthrough flugelhornist since Chuck Mangione” (San Jose Mercury News). Emerging in the 1990s as a protégé of Art Farmer, Matheny has matured into “one of the jazz world’s most talented horn players” (SF Chronicle), touring internationally and releasing nine critically acclaimed albums. He is an honors graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy and the Berklee College of Music.
LEARNING JAZZ IMPROVISATION: A SYSTEMATIC APPROACHwith Andrea BrachfeldAndrea Brachfeld provides a clear and
concise step-by-step jazz improvisation
method. Learn about key historical events
which influenced the cultural development
of jazz and the musicians who contributed
to the innovations in the music. Additional
topics include jazz ear training, practical
jazz theory and a three tier system of
conscious, subconscious and supercon-
scious learning. Open to all!
Sunday, May 24, 2 – 4 pm$35 advance, $50 day of workshop, or $65
for both 5/24 Brachfeld workshops
Andrea Brachfeld, a graduate of Manhat-tan School of Music, has played and recorded with the top artists of Latin Jazz and Latin music and has five CDs out as a leader. Her breakthrough performance as the flutist for the popular Latin band Charanga ’76 catapulted her into Salsa history and fame as the first female flutist to play this music in the United States.
WELLNESS
CURING FOCAL DYSTONIA: A PERSONAL SUCCESS STORYwith Andrea BrachfeldIn this presentation, flutist Andrea
Brachfeld will share her personal success
story of how she cured herself of Focal
Dystonia, an extremely debilitating
dysfunction which has been occurring
more and more in musicians’ lives. She
will also discuss the different strategies
she used for healing and questions we
must all address in order to prevent this
dysfunction as well as any other musi-
cians’ injuries that are becoming more
and more commonplace in the field.
Sunday, May 24, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$35 advance, $50 day of workshop, or $65
for both 5/24 Brachfeld workshops
54 Call 510.845.5373
Workshops
dmitri matheny
Workshops
anton schwartz
andrea brachfeld
57Enroll online at cjc.edu56 Call 510.845.5373 57
START PLANNING YOUR SUMMER!
The JCMS is proud to offer a range of summer camps and intensives for both adults and young musicians (middle school and high school age). These fun, immersive programs are a great way to jump-start your learning, by working closely with our talented instructors for a week or more. They also serve as the perfect forum for you to meet like-minded musicians from around the Bay Area and beyond.
All of our camps and intensives conclude with a concert in the Jazzschool’s Hardymon Hall, free and open to public. Space is limited and each of these programs is certain to sell out! Early registration is highly recommended. Please read on for details and check cjc.edu for the most recent program updates.
SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMJune 15 – 19 and June 22 – 26, 2015
Two Five–Day Sessions!
Monday – Friday 9:30am – 3pm
With a student performance each Friday evening at 6pm!
Now accepting applications for the 14th Annual Summer Youth Program. Open to instrumentalists entering grades 7, 8, 9, and 10 for all winds, strings, piano, guitar, vibes, bass and drums.
All students attend a variety of daily ensembles (jazz, Latin, groove), private lessons, workshops and performances with visiting guest artists, and put on a concert to conclude each 5-day session.
Tuition • $415 per week or $780 for both weeks
For additional information please contact Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Director Rob Ewing at 510.845.5373 x 14 or email [email protected].
Please see cjc.edu / jsyp for complete details.
• Summer Youth Program 57
• High School Jazz Intensive 58
• Girls’ Jazz & Blues Camp 59
• Summer Guitar Intensive 60
• Summer Vocal Intensive 61
JCMS Camps & Intensives
57Enroll online at cjc.edu56 Call 510.845.5373 57
START PLANNING YOUR SUMMER!
The JCMS is proud to offer a range of summer camps and intensives for both adults and young musicians (middle school and high school age). These fun, immersive programs are a great way to jump-start your learning, by working closely with our talented instructors for a week or more. They also serve as the perfect forum for you to meet like-minded musicians from around the Bay Area and beyond.
All of our camps and intensives conclude with a concert in the Jazzschool’s Hardymon Hall, free and open to public. Space is limited and each of these programs is certain to sell out! Early registration is highly recommended. Please read on for details and check cjc.edu for the most recent program updates.
SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMJune 15 – 19 and June 22 – 26, 2015
Two Five–Day Sessions!
Monday – Friday 9:30am – 3pm
With a student performance each Friday evening at 6pm!
Now accepting applications for the 14th Annual Summer Youth Program. Open to instrumentalists entering grades 7, 8, 9, and 10 for all winds, strings, piano, guitar, vibes, bass and drums.
All students attend a variety of daily ensembles (jazz, Latin, groove), private lessons, workshops and performances with visiting guest artists, and put on a concert to conclude each 5-day session.
Tuition • $415 per week or $780 for both weeks
For additional information please contact Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Director Rob Ewing at 510.845.5373 x 14 or email [email protected].
Please see cjc.edu / jsyp for complete details.
• Summer Youth Program 57
• High School Jazz Intensive 58
• Girls’ Jazz & Blues Camp 59
• Summer Guitar Intensive 60
• Summer Vocal Intensive 61
JCMS Camps & Intensives
58 Call 510.845.5373 5959
HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ INTENSIVE
July 27 – 31, 201510am – 4pm
A Five-Day Intensivefor Advanced High School Jazz Instrumentalists!
Michael Zilber, Artistic Director
Six to eight advanced high school musicians are selected to work closely with top Bay Area jazz artists for a week of rehearsals, master classes and private lessons. Concludes with a performance at the school.
A departure from the typical one-instructor-to-an-ensemble model, the student group meets daily with a complete ensemble of seasoned professional musicians working to develop improvisation and arranging/composition skills in an intensive rehearsal format. Each participant receives a professional- quality recording of the concert!
Openings for all rhythm section instruments and horns.
See cjc.edu / hsji for a daily schedule of events.
Audition date: April 26Tuition • $795
For more information and audition pre-screening, please contact the Jazzschool at 510.845.5373 or email: erik@ cjc.edu
Dr. Michael Zilber is the director of the Jazzschool’s multiple DownBeat award–winning Advanced High School Jazz Workshop.
GIRLS’ JAZZ & BLUES CAMPAugust 3 – 7, 2015Monday – Friday 9:30am – 3pm
All-camp performance Friday, August 7 at 6pm. The concert this year will be held at the beautiful Freight & Salvage Concert Hall across the street from the Jazzschool.
A supportive musical environment where girls have fun and develop self- confidence while honing improvisational, technical and ensemble skills. Open to all instrumentalists and vocalists entering 6th – 12th grades.
Directed by Jean Fineberg & Ellen Seeling, with an all-women faculty from the Montclair Women’s Big Band.
Tuition • $495 • Some financial aid available.
For program information: [email protected] or call 510.758.2200Registration: cjc.edu/girlsreg or call 510.845.5373
• Jazz Combo
• Blues & Soul Group
• Latin Ensemble
• Pop Vocal Group
• Roots Music Choir
• Big Band
• “My Life” Spoken Word Poetry
• Songwriting
• Improvisation
• Percussion
• One Private Lesson
• LUNCHTIME OPEN JAM
58 Call 510.845.5373 5959
HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ INTENSIVE
July 27 – 31, 201510am – 4pm
A Five-Day Intensivefor Advanced High School Jazz Instrumentalists!
Michael Zilber, Artistic Director
Six to eight advanced high school musicians are selected to work closely with top Bay Area jazz artists for a week of rehearsals, master classes and private lessons. Concludes with a performance at the school.
A departure from the typical one-instructor-to-an-ensemble model, the student group meets daily with a complete ensemble of seasoned professional musicians working to develop improvisation and arranging/composition skills in an intensive rehearsal format. Each participant receives a professional- quality recording of the concert!
Openings for all rhythm section instruments and horns.
See cjc.edu / hsji for a daily schedule of events.
Audition date: April 26Tuition • $795
For more information and audition pre-screening, please contact the Jazzschool at 510.845.5373 or email: erik@ cjc.edu
Dr. Michael Zilber is the director of the Jazzschool’s multiple DownBeat award–winning Advanced High School Jazz Workshop.
GIRLS’ JAZZ & BLUES CAMPAugust 3 – 7, 2015Monday – Friday 9:30am – 3pm
All-camp performance Friday, August 7 at 6pm. The concert this year will be held at the beautiful Freight & Salvage Concert Hall across the street from the Jazzschool.
A supportive musical environment where girls have fun and develop self- confidence while honing improvisational, technical and ensemble skills. Open to all instrumentalists and vocalists entering 6th – 12th grades.
Directed by Jean Fineberg & Ellen Seeling, with an all-women faculty from the Montclair Women’s Big Band.
Tuition • $495 • Some financial aid available.
For program information: [email protected] or call 510.758.2200Registration: cjc.edu/girlsreg or call 510.845.5373
• Jazz Combo
• Blues & Soul Group
• Latin Ensemble
• Pop Vocal Group
• Roots Music Choir
• Big Band
• “My Life” Spoken Word Poetry
• Songwriting
• Improvisation
• Percussion
• One Private Lesson
• LUNCHTIME OPEN JAM
60 Enroll online at jazzschool.org
SUMMER GUITAR INTENSIVEAugust 10 – 14, 2015
An all-day, weeklong intensive for aspiring professionals directed by internationally acclaimed jazz guitarist and educator Mimi Fox. We are also pleased to welcome guest instructor Howard Alden. Includes daily master classes, jam sessions and a student concert at the school.
Howard Alden has been a Concord Jazz recording artist for over 20 years. High-lights of his recorded output include Thirteen Strings, a duo recording with master guitarist George Van Eps, and additional duo recordings with Ken Peplowski and Frank Wess. Alden also recorded the soundtrack for the Woody Allen film Sweet and Lowdown. He has been named in several JazzTimes and DownBeat critics’ polls.
Summer Guitar Intensive director Mimi Fox has been named a winner in six consecutive DownBeat international critics polls. She has performed with Joey DeFrancesco, Branford Marsalis and Diana Krall, among many others. First-call Bay Area greats John Shifflett (bass) and Jason Lewis (drums) will round out the rhythm section.
DAILY SCHEDULE (Monday – Friday)
9 – 10:30am . . . . . . . . . Master class with Howard Alden
10:45am – 12:45pm . . . Rhythm section workout with pro bassist and drummer
12:45 – 1:15pm . . . . . . . . Lunch break
1:15 – 2:15pm . . . . . . . . . Jazz guitar masters transcription class with Mimi Fox
2:15 – 3:15pm . . . . . . . . Solo guitar mastery with Mimi Fox
3:30 – 4:30pm . . . . . . . Rhythm workshop with guest drummer Alan Hall
Student/Faculty concert Friday August 14, 8pm
Tuition • $770
Please call 510.845.5373 or email info@ cjc.edu for further information. Maximum enrollment of 12 guitarists. Early registration is highly recommended!
SUMMER VOCAL INTENSIVEAugust 10 – 15, 2015
10am – 4:30pm
From Student to Artist
A Five-Day Intensive Workshop with Theo Bleckmann and Laurie Antonioli
Culminates with a performance
in the Summer Concert Series
Saturday, August 15, 8pm
A weeklong program designed to help singers define, create and perform in a distinctive and authentic style. Jazz singing is like a tree that can grow branches in many genres; with roots firmly grounded, this unique intensive emphasizes the technical, creative and spiritual aspects of singing and serves as a catalyst for artistic growth no matter where your path leads. The performance on Saturday, August 15 is open to the public and takes place in Hardymon Hall at the California Jazz Conservatory.
Limit: 10 students Open to advanced singers.
Tuition • $850
For more information about the Vocal Intensive, contact Laurie Antonioli: laurie @ cjc.edu
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60 Enroll online at jazzschool.org
SUMMER GUITAR INTENSIVEAugust 10 – 14, 2015
An all-day, weeklong intensive for aspiring professionals directed by internationally acclaimed jazz guitarist and educator Mimi Fox. We are also pleased to welcome guest instructor Howard Alden. Includes daily master classes, jam sessions and a student concert at the school.
Howard Alden has been a Concord Jazz recording artist for over 20 years. High-lights of his recorded output include Thirteen Strings, a duo recording with master guitarist George Van Eps, and additional duo recordings with Ken Peplowski and Frank Wess. Alden also recorded the soundtrack for the Woody Allen film Sweet and Lowdown. He has been named in several JazzTimes and DownBeat critics’ polls.
Summer Guitar Intensive director Mimi Fox has been named a winner in six consecutive DownBeat international critics polls. She has performed with Joey DeFrancesco, Branford Marsalis and Diana Krall, among many others. First-call Bay Area greats John Shifflett (bass) and Jason Lewis (drums) will round out the rhythm section.
DAILY SCHEDULE (Monday – Friday)
9 – 10:30am . . . . . . . . . Master class with Howard Alden
10:45am – 12:45pm . . . Rhythm section workout with pro bassist and drummer
12:45 – 1:15pm . . . . . . . . Lunch break
1:15 – 2:15pm . . . . . . . . . Jazz guitar masters transcription class with Mimi Fox
2:15 – 3:15pm . . . . . . . . Solo guitar mastery with Mimi Fox
3:30 – 4:30pm . . . . . . . Rhythm workshop with guest drummer Alan Hall
Student/Faculty concert Friday August 14, 8pm
Tuition • $770
Please call 510.845.5373 or email info@ cjc.edu for further information. Maximum enrollment of 12 guitarists. Early registration is highly recommended!
SUMMER VOCAL INTENSIVEAugust 10 – 15, 2015
10am – 4:30pm
From Student to Artist
A Five-Day Intensive Workshop with Theo Bleckmann and Laurie Antonioli
Culminates with a performance
in the Summer Concert Series
Saturday, August 15, 8pm
A weeklong program designed to help singers define, create and perform in a distinctive and authentic style. Jazz singing is like a tree that can grow branches in many genres; with roots firmly grounded, this unique intensive emphasizes the technical, creative and spiritual aspects of singing and serves as a catalyst for artistic growth no matter where your path leads. The performance on Saturday, August 15 is open to the public and takes place in Hardymon Hall at the California Jazz Conservatory.
Limit: 10 students Open to advanced singers.
Tuition • $850
For more information about the Vocal Intensive, contact Laurie Antonioli: laurie @ cjc.edu
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Spring 2015 Concert Series
Check out what’s happening in our intimate
100-seat venue — national stars, faculty-led
groups and students.
info & tickets at cjc.edu
23 Sat 8pm Fay Victor $15
22 Fri 8pm Hafez Modirzadeh & Friends $15
2 Sat 8pm Laurie Antonioli $18
10 Sun 4:30pm SF Early Music Society presents: Hallifax & Jeffrey $15
26 Sun 7pm Vocal Jam Session with Angharad Jones $10
1 Fri 8pm Dave LeFebvre Group $15
MA
Y
20 Sat 8pm Ellen Johnson and Don Braden $15
21 Sun 4:30pm Steve Erquiaga and Frank Martin $15
26 Fri 6pm Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Concert free
JU
NE
6/9–6/18 Various Jazzschool Community Music School times Student Performances free
7 Sun 4:30pm Jazzschool Young Musicians Program spring concerts free
14 Sun 4:30pm Marcus Shelby Orchestra $20
6 Sat 5pm Jazzschool Young Musicians Program spring concerts free
5 Fri 8pm Dan Zemelman $15
MARCUS SHELBY KELLYE GRAY LAURIE ANTONIOLIDAN ZEMELMANJANEARE ASHLEYTONY CORMAN
12 Sun 4:30pm Janeare Ashley $20
18 Sat 8pm FivePlay Jazz Quintet $15
24 Fri 8pm Tony Corman’s Morchestra $15
10 Fri 8pm Jean Fineberg’s Party Monsters $15
11 Sat 8pm Judy Wexler $20
17 Fri 8pm Denise Perrier $20
3 Fri 8pm Pusaka Sunda Gamelan $15
19 Sun 4:30pm SF Early Music Society presents: The Albany Consort – Making It Up $15
25 Sat 8pm Kellye Gray $18
26 Sun 4:30pm Ben Flint $15
AP
RIL
MA
Y
5/15–5/17 Various California Jazz Conservatory Student times Performances at the CJC $10
24 Sun 4:30pm Frankye Kelly & Friends — Benefit Concert for the Angelo J. Montesano Scholarship Fund $15
5/12–5/14 Various California Jazz Conservatory Student times Performances at The Sound Room $10
13 Sat 8pm Dick Conte Quartet Birthday Celebration $15
19 Fri 6pm Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Concert free
DENISE PERRIERFAY VICTOR HAFEZ MODIRZADEH JUDY WEXLERDARIA
3 Sun 4:30pm Liz McDonagh — Vocal Mentor Program, see p. 35 $15
3 Sun 7pm Blues Vocal Jam with Pamela Rose $10
5/8–5/9 Various times California Jazz Conservatory Senior Projects $10
24 Sun 7pm Vocal Jam Session with Angharad Jones $10
30 Sat 8pm Dick Hindman & Seward McCain—This concert has been made possible by a generous gift from Jacquelin and Sheafe Ewing $15
29 Fri 8pm Rata-tet (Alan Hall sextet) $15
31 Sun 4:30pm Daria $15
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Spring 2015 Concert Series
Check out what’s happening in our intimate
100-seat venue — national stars, faculty-led
groups and students.
info & tickets at cjc.edu
23 Sat 8pm Fay Victor $15
22 Fri 8pm Hafez Modirzadeh & Friends $15
2 Sat 8pm Laurie Antonioli $18
10 Sun 4:30pm SF Early Music Society presents: Hallifax & Jeffrey $15
26 Sun 7pm Vocal Jam Session with Angharad Jones $10
1 Fri 8pm Dave LeFebvre Group $15
MA
Y
20 Sat 8pm Ellen Johnson and Don Braden $15
21 Sun 4:30pm Steve Erquiaga and Frank Martin $15
26 Fri 6pm Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Concert free
JU
NE
6/9–6/18 Various Jazzschool Community Music School times Student Performances free
7 Sun 4:30pm Jazzschool Young Musicians Program spring concerts free
14 Sun 4:30pm Marcus Shelby Orchestra $20
6 Sat 5pm Jazzschool Young Musicians Program spring concerts free
5 Fri 8pm Dan Zemelman $15
MARCUS SHELBY KELLYE GRAY LAURIE ANTONIOLIDAN ZEMELMANJANEARE ASHLEYTONY CORMAN
12 Sun 4:30pm Janeare Ashley $20
18 Sat 8pm FivePlay Jazz Quintet $15
24 Fri 8pm Tony Corman’s Morchestra $15
10 Fri 8pm Jean Fineberg’s Party Monsters $15
11 Sat 8pm Judy Wexler $20
17 Fri 8pm Denise Perrier $20
3 Fri 8pm Pusaka Sunda Gamelan $15
19 Sun 4:30pm SF Early Music Society presents: The Albany Consort – Making It Up $15
25 Sat 8pm Kellye Gray $18
26 Sun 4:30pm Ben Flint $15
AP
RIL
MA
Y
5/15–5/17 Various California Jazz Conservatory Student times Performances at the CJC $10
24 Sun 4:30pm Frankye Kelly & Friends — Benefit Concert for the Angelo J. Montesano Scholarship Fund $15
5/12–5/14 Various California Jazz Conservatory Student times Performances at The Sound Room $10
13 Sat 8pm Dick Conte Quartet Birthday Celebration $15
19 Fri 6pm Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Concert free
DENISE PERRIERFAY VICTOR HAFEZ MODIRZADEH JUDY WEXLERDARIA
3 Sun 4:30pm Liz McDonagh — Vocal Mentor Program, see p. 35 $15
3 Sun 7pm Blues Vocal Jam with Pamela Rose $10
5/8–5/9 Various times California Jazz Conservatory Senior Projects $10
24 Sun 7pm Vocal Jam Session with Angharad Jones $10
30 Sat 8pm Dick Hindman & Seward McCain—This concert has been made possible by a generous gift from Jacquelin and Sheafe Ewing $15
29 Fri 8pm Rata-tet (Alan Hall sextet) $15
31 Sun 4:30pm Daria $15
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JCMS Faculty
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Amanda Addleman (voice) B.M Performance from Berklee College of Music. Student of Mili Bermejo-Greenspan, Ken Cervenka, Greg Hopkins, Maggie Scott, Lee Strawn & Tierney Sutton. Professional musician with past residencies at The Palace Hotel, Savanna Jazz Club and more. Vocal Program Director at Sir Francis Drake High School and private music educator and clinician.
Laurie Antonioli (voice) Studied at Mt. Hood College and Cal State Long Beach. Chair, Vocal Program, California Jazz Conservatory. Professor and Director of Vocal Jazz Department, Kug U., Graz, Austria. Private studies with Joe Henderson, and Mark Murphy. Origin Records recording artist; Nabel Records recording artist; performed and recorded with George Cables, Bobby McFerrin, Richie Beirach, Pony Poindexter, Joe Bonner; bandleader of the American Dreams Band; led international group Foreign Affair; lyricist for Richie Beirach; co-creator of the Pauer— Antonioli Songbook. www.laurieantonioli.com
Jon Arkin (drums) B.A. in Jazz Performance, U. of Miami. Faculty, Stanford Jazz Workshop. Performance credits include Ira Sullivan, Grady Tate, Taylor Eigsti, Vusi Mahlasela, Dayna Stephens, Julian Lage, Meklit Hadero, Stew & TNP, Gene Perla. Festival and venue highlights include Yoshi’s, Montreal Jazz Festival, IAJE Convention, Healdsburg Jazz Festival, North Beach Jazz Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, Sleep Train Pavilion. www.jonarkin.net
Rich Armstrong (trumpet, voice)B.A. Trumpet Performance SF State, Trumpet Performance Studies, SF Conservatory of Music. Recordings and performances with Jody Watley, Jennifer Holliday, Connie Francis, Petula Clarke, Ledisi, Lyrics Born, Blackalicious, the Coup, Tower of Power, Ozomatli, Hot House Flowers, Bruce Springsteen, Josh Groban. Extensive touring with Michelle Shocked, Boz Scaggs and Cold Blood.
Bill Aron (saxophone) M.M. in Performance, SF State; B.A. in Music, UC Berkeley. Professional musician and music educator for 42 years; specializing in classical saxophone playing with the San Francisco Saxophone Quartet and San Francisco Symphony among others.
Joe Bagale (drums) Eastman School of Music (1.5 years) currently lead vocalist, keyboardist, guitarist with Mickey Hart Band. Leads Joe Bagale band, performs with Jazz Mafia, Hot Einstein, Disappear Incompletely. www.joebagale.com
Doug Beavers (trombone)M.A. In Composition, Manhattan School of Music; Internationally regarded as cutting-edge trombon-ist and a renown producer, composer, orchestrator and “arranger of the first-class” (Harvey Siders, JazzTimes), Doug Beavers has earned a Grammy® for his work on Eddie Palmieri’s Listen Here (2006) and has performed, toured and recorded with Eddie Palmieri (La Perfecta II, Ritmo Caliente, Listen Here), Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Rosemary Clooney (Sentimental Journey, The Last Concert), Gilberto Santa Rosa, and many others.
David Belove (bass) Studied at SF State and San Francisco Conserva-tory of Music. Recorded or performed with Pete Escovedo, John Santos and The Machete Ensemble, Danilo Perez, Tito Puente, Francisco Aguabella, Rebeca Mauleon, Ray Obiedo, Marcos Silva, Joe Henderson, Max Roach, Blue Mitchell, Eddie Harris, Mark Levine, Pat Metheny, Larry Coryell and Zakir Hussain.
Edgardo Cambón (percussion, voice) Bandleader for 26 years of the renowned salsa band “Edgardo & Candela.” Toured throughout South America, Europe, and Africa since 1986. LP (Latin Percussion Co.) endorser. Performed or recorded with Jesús “Chucho” Valdés (Irakere), Eddie Palmieri, Carlos Santana, José Luis “Changuito” Quintana, Orestes Vilató, Salsa Romántica Stars Jerry Rivera and Eddie Santiago, Keith Terry and “Crosspulse,” Omar Sosa, Jeff Narell, Andy Narell, Sovosó (formerly Bobby McFerrin’s “Voicestra”) Mike Spiro, Karl Perazzo and Rebeca Mauleón. www.musicandela.com
Danny Caron (guitar) B.A. in English and Music, Oberlin College and Conservatory; graduate of Howard Roberts Program, Guitar Institute of Technology, Los Angeles. Best known for being music director and guitarist for the legendary pianist and vocalist Charles Brown until his death in 2000. He has played and recorded with Van Morrison, Bonnie Raitt, Dr. John, Clifton Chenier, Donald Fagan, Hadda Brooks, Red Callender, and many others. www.dannycaron.com
Maye Cavallaro (voice) Advanced degree in Education, UC Santa Barbara; B.A. in English Lit, UC Santa Barbara. Fellow NY Cabaret Symposium; faculty, Blue Bear School of Music; private coaching, 25 years; producer, 8 recordings; bandleader, recording artist; awarded Best of the Year in Jazz by the San Francisco Chronicle; visiting clinician, St. John’s U.; graphic artist, web designer. www.teachingjazz.com
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Andrea Claburn (voice)B.Mus. (in progress), California Jazz Conservatory; BA (High Honors, Humanities) University of California at Berkeley. Co-bandleader, Andrea Claburn/Jua Howard Group. Studied vocal technique and performance with Sandy Cressman, Laurie Antonioli, Raz Kennedy, Maye Cavallaro. www.andreaclaburn.com
Sandy Cressman (voice) Educated at UC Berkeley and San Jose State University; international performing and recording artist and clinician. Artist-in-residence or lecturer at Jazz Education Network Conference, Cornish Institute of the Arts, San Francisco State University, CSU Long Beach, KUG University (Graz Austria), ASMM (Paris), Voice Conference Munich, JazzCamp West, Stanford Jazz Camp and California Brazil Summer Camp. Bandleader of critically acclaimed Homenagem Brasileira Quintet. Featured artist with Ray Obiedo’s Mistura Fina and Jai Uttal’s Pagan Love Orchestra. Studio vocalist for Latin and world jazz styles, recently featured on Bossa Nova Dreams with Akira Tana, Branford Marsalis and Arturo Sandoval. Heard on a wide variety of commercials and soundtracks. www.cressmanmusic.com
Angie Doctor (voice) Studied at Foothill College and Gonzaga University (B.A. Music Performance) with Phil Mattson (Foothill and Gonzaga), Terry Summa (Foothill), Tim Smith (Gonzaga). Founding member of the Grammy-nominated PM Singers with Phil Mattson. Performing and recording artist, studio singer, Vocal Jazz adjudicator and clinician, jazz and pop solo coach. Artist-in-residence at Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts High School, Vocal Jazz Choir. Performed with Bobby McFerrin, Don Shelton, The Hi-Lo’s, Barbara Morrison, The Manhattans, Heatwave, Deneice Williams, Barbara Lewis, GQ, Gene Chandler, Eddie Holman, Barbara Mason, Billy Paul. Founding member and lead singer for Clockwork, currently the Girl in The Bobs.
Rachel Efron (songwriting) B.A., Harvard U. (extensive coursework in both writing and music). Studied jazz piano with faculty at Berklee College of Music. Released three albums of original music and toured on both coasts. Bandleader of Rachel Efron Ensemble, which has performed locally at such venues as Yoshi’s, The Plush Room, The Independent, Freight and Salvage and Cafe Du Nord. www.rachelefron.com
Steve Erquiaga (guitar)National and international recording and perform-ing artist; performed at Montreux Jazz Festival, Berlin Jazz Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival; performed with Bobby McFerrin, Joe Henderson, Les McCann, John Scofield, David Byrne, Turtle Island String Quartet, Paulo Bellinati, Andy Narell, and Paul McCandless; founder, leader, Trio Paradiso; faculty, Jamey Aebersold Jazz Clinics; publications include Guitar Duets and arrangements from his CD Cafe Paradiso.
Dave Eshelman (trombone)From 1984 to 2007, Dave Eshelman served as Director of Jazz Studies at California State University, East Bay (formerly Cal State Hayward). Eshelman has performed extensively with many jazz groups in the Bay Area and has worked as a featured soloist in the big bands of Ray Brown, Joe Henderson, Tito Puente and Gerald Wilson. Various artists across the United States and Europe — such as Joe Henderson, Don Ellis, Bill Watrous, and Stan Kenton, the Swedish Radio Orchestra and the Airmen of Note — have performed his compositions and arrangements
Rob Ewing (trombone) Jazzschool Community Music School Director. Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Director. B.A., Naropa U.; 2 years, Berklee College of Music. Leader of Disappear Incompletely — The Radiohead Project. Performances with STS9, Marcus Shelby Orchestra, Vinny Golia, Latin Giants of Jazz, Ray Vega, Wayne Wallace, Graham Connah, Joe Bagale, The Barr Brothers, Les Gwan Jupons, John Schott’s Typical Orchestra, Jazz Mafia Symphony, Oakland Active Orchestra, Half of Half, Leslie Helpert, Rebecca Griffin, Naytronix. www.robewingmusic.com
Jean Fineberg (saxophone, flute)M.Ed. in Secondary Education, B.S. in Science; B.A. in Arts & Sciences, Pennsylvania State U. Founder, leader of Deuce and Saxophunk; Assistant Director, composer, arranger, Montclair Women’s Big Band; toured and recorded with Melba Liston, David Bowie, Laura Nyro, Chic, Sister Sledge; consultant, San Francisco Arts Commission; NEA Jazz Fellow; recipient, ASCAP music composition awards, Meet The Composer grants; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR.
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Amanda Addleman (voice) B.M Performance from Berklee College of Music. Student of Mili Bermejo-Greenspan, Ken Cervenka, Greg Hopkins, Maggie Scott, Lee Strawn & Tierney Sutton. Professional musician with past residencies at The Palace Hotel, Savanna Jazz Club and more. Vocal Program Director at Sir Francis Drake High School and private music educator and clinician.
Laurie Antonioli (voice) Studied at Mt. Hood College and Cal State Long Beach. Chair, Vocal Program, California Jazz Conservatory. Professor and Director of Vocal Jazz Department, Kug U., Graz, Austria. Private studies with Joe Henderson, and Mark Murphy. Origin Records recording artist; Nabel Records recording artist; performed and recorded with George Cables, Bobby McFerrin, Richie Beirach, Pony Poindexter, Joe Bonner; bandleader of the American Dreams Band; led international group Foreign Affair; lyricist for Richie Beirach; co-creator of the Pauer— Antonioli Songbook. www.laurieantonioli.com
Jon Arkin (drums) B.A. in Jazz Performance, U. of Miami. Faculty, Stanford Jazz Workshop. Performance credits include Ira Sullivan, Grady Tate, Taylor Eigsti, Vusi Mahlasela, Dayna Stephens, Julian Lage, Meklit Hadero, Stew & TNP, Gene Perla. Festival and venue highlights include Yoshi’s, Montreal Jazz Festival, IAJE Convention, Healdsburg Jazz Festival, North Beach Jazz Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, Sleep Train Pavilion. www.jonarkin.net
Rich Armstrong (trumpet, voice)B.A. Trumpet Performance SF State, Trumpet Performance Studies, SF Conservatory of Music. Recordings and performances with Jody Watley, Jennifer Holliday, Connie Francis, Petula Clarke, Ledisi, Lyrics Born, Blackalicious, the Coup, Tower of Power, Ozomatli, Hot House Flowers, Bruce Springsteen, Josh Groban. Extensive touring with Michelle Shocked, Boz Scaggs and Cold Blood.
Bill Aron (saxophone) M.M. in Performance, SF State; B.A. in Music, UC Berkeley. Professional musician and music educator for 42 years; specializing in classical saxophone playing with the San Francisco Saxophone Quartet and San Francisco Symphony among others.
Joe Bagale (drums) Eastman School of Music (1.5 years) currently lead vocalist, keyboardist, guitarist with Mickey Hart Band. Leads Joe Bagale band, performs with Jazz Mafia, Hot Einstein, Disappear Incompletely. www.joebagale.com
Doug Beavers (trombone)M.A. In Composition, Manhattan School of Music; Internationally regarded as cutting-edge trombon-ist and a renown producer, composer, orchestrator and “arranger of the first-class” (Harvey Siders, JazzTimes), Doug Beavers has earned a Grammy® for his work on Eddie Palmieri’s Listen Here (2006) and has performed, toured and recorded with Eddie Palmieri (La Perfecta II, Ritmo Caliente, Listen Here), Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Rosemary Clooney (Sentimental Journey, The Last Concert), Gilberto Santa Rosa, and many others.
David Belove (bass) Studied at SF State and San Francisco Conserva-tory of Music. Recorded or performed with Pete Escovedo, John Santos and The Machete Ensemble, Danilo Perez, Tito Puente, Francisco Aguabella, Rebeca Mauleon, Ray Obiedo, Marcos Silva, Joe Henderson, Max Roach, Blue Mitchell, Eddie Harris, Mark Levine, Pat Metheny, Larry Coryell and Zakir Hussain.
Edgardo Cambón (percussion, voice) Bandleader for 26 years of the renowned salsa band “Edgardo & Candela.” Toured throughout South America, Europe, and Africa since 1986. LP (Latin Percussion Co.) endorser. Performed or recorded with Jesús “Chucho” Valdés (Irakere), Eddie Palmieri, Carlos Santana, José Luis “Changuito” Quintana, Orestes Vilató, Salsa Romántica Stars Jerry Rivera and Eddie Santiago, Keith Terry and “Crosspulse,” Omar Sosa, Jeff Narell, Andy Narell, Sovosó (formerly Bobby McFerrin’s “Voicestra”) Mike Spiro, Karl Perazzo and Rebeca Mauleón. www.musicandela.com
Danny Caron (guitar) B.A. in English and Music, Oberlin College and Conservatory; graduate of Howard Roberts Program, Guitar Institute of Technology, Los Angeles. Best known for being music director and guitarist for the legendary pianist and vocalist Charles Brown until his death in 2000. He has played and recorded with Van Morrison, Bonnie Raitt, Dr. John, Clifton Chenier, Donald Fagan, Hadda Brooks, Red Callender, and many others. www.dannycaron.com
Maye Cavallaro (voice) Advanced degree in Education, UC Santa Barbara; B.A. in English Lit, UC Santa Barbara. Fellow NY Cabaret Symposium; faculty, Blue Bear School of Music; private coaching, 25 years; producer, 8 recordings; bandleader, recording artist; awarded Best of the Year in Jazz by the San Francisco Chronicle; visiting clinician, St. John’s U.; graphic artist, web designer. www.teachingjazz.com
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Andrea Claburn (voice)B.Mus. (in progress), California Jazz Conservatory; BA (High Honors, Humanities) University of California at Berkeley. Co-bandleader, Andrea Claburn/Jua Howard Group. Studied vocal technique and performance with Sandy Cressman, Laurie Antonioli, Raz Kennedy, Maye Cavallaro. www.andreaclaburn.com
Sandy Cressman (voice) Educated at UC Berkeley and San Jose State University; international performing and recording artist and clinician. Artist-in-residence or lecturer at Jazz Education Network Conference, Cornish Institute of the Arts, San Francisco State University, CSU Long Beach, KUG University (Graz Austria), ASMM (Paris), Voice Conference Munich, JazzCamp West, Stanford Jazz Camp and California Brazil Summer Camp. Bandleader of critically acclaimed Homenagem Brasileira Quintet. Featured artist with Ray Obiedo’s Mistura Fina and Jai Uttal’s Pagan Love Orchestra. Studio vocalist for Latin and world jazz styles, recently featured on Bossa Nova Dreams with Akira Tana, Branford Marsalis and Arturo Sandoval. Heard on a wide variety of commercials and soundtracks. www.cressmanmusic.com
Angie Doctor (voice) Studied at Foothill College and Gonzaga University (B.A. Music Performance) with Phil Mattson (Foothill and Gonzaga), Terry Summa (Foothill), Tim Smith (Gonzaga). Founding member of the Grammy-nominated PM Singers with Phil Mattson. Performing and recording artist, studio singer, Vocal Jazz adjudicator and clinician, jazz and pop solo coach. Artist-in-residence at Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts High School, Vocal Jazz Choir. Performed with Bobby McFerrin, Don Shelton, The Hi-Lo’s, Barbara Morrison, The Manhattans, Heatwave, Deneice Williams, Barbara Lewis, GQ, Gene Chandler, Eddie Holman, Barbara Mason, Billy Paul. Founding member and lead singer for Clockwork, currently the Girl in The Bobs.
Rachel Efron (songwriting) B.A., Harvard U. (extensive coursework in both writing and music). Studied jazz piano with faculty at Berklee College of Music. Released three albums of original music and toured on both coasts. Bandleader of Rachel Efron Ensemble, which has performed locally at such venues as Yoshi’s, The Plush Room, The Independent, Freight and Salvage and Cafe Du Nord. www.rachelefron.com
Steve Erquiaga (guitar)National and international recording and perform-ing artist; performed at Montreux Jazz Festival, Berlin Jazz Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival; performed with Bobby McFerrin, Joe Henderson, Les McCann, John Scofield, David Byrne, Turtle Island String Quartet, Paulo Bellinati, Andy Narell, and Paul McCandless; founder, leader, Trio Paradiso; faculty, Jamey Aebersold Jazz Clinics; publications include Guitar Duets and arrangements from his CD Cafe Paradiso.
Dave Eshelman (trombone)From 1984 to 2007, Dave Eshelman served as Director of Jazz Studies at California State University, East Bay (formerly Cal State Hayward). Eshelman has performed extensively with many jazz groups in the Bay Area and has worked as a featured soloist in the big bands of Ray Brown, Joe Henderson, Tito Puente and Gerald Wilson. Various artists across the United States and Europe — such as Joe Henderson, Don Ellis, Bill Watrous, and Stan Kenton, the Swedish Radio Orchestra and the Airmen of Note — have performed his compositions and arrangements
Rob Ewing (trombone) Jazzschool Community Music School Director. Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Director. B.A., Naropa U.; 2 years, Berklee College of Music. Leader of Disappear Incompletely — The Radiohead Project. Performances with STS9, Marcus Shelby Orchestra, Vinny Golia, Latin Giants of Jazz, Ray Vega, Wayne Wallace, Graham Connah, Joe Bagale, The Barr Brothers, Les Gwan Jupons, John Schott’s Typical Orchestra, Jazz Mafia Symphony, Oakland Active Orchestra, Half of Half, Leslie Helpert, Rebecca Griffin, Naytronix. www.robewingmusic.com
Jean Fineberg (saxophone, flute)M.Ed. in Secondary Education, B.S. in Science; B.A. in Arts & Sciences, Pennsylvania State U. Founder, leader of Deuce and Saxophunk; Assistant Director, composer, arranger, Montclair Women’s Big Band; toured and recorded with Melba Liston, David Bowie, Laura Nyro, Chic, Sister Sledge; consultant, San Francisco Arts Commission; NEA Jazz Fellow; recipient, ASCAP music composition awards, Meet The Composer grants; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR.
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Mimi Fox (guitar) Advisor, Guitar Program. Six-time DownBeat Critics Poll winner. Performed throughout Europe, Asia, the Caribbean and Australia. Festivals include Montreal, Monterey, Guinness Cork, Perth, Kennedy Center. Adjunct professor of Jazz Studies at NYU; guest clinician/artist in residence at Alaska Jazz Workshop, Britt Music Festival, Yale U., CalArts, Cornish College of the Arts, U. of Oregon, USC and Berklee College of Music; featured artist on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR; Performed/Recorded with Charlie Byrd, Kenny Burrell, Branford Marsalis, David Sanchez, Joey DeFrancesco, Houston Person and Diana Krall. www.mimifoxjazzguitar.com
Kyra Gordon (voice) B.Mus. California Jazz Conservatory. Vocalist/ B.Mus. in Jazz Vocal Performance, California Jazz Conservatory. Spent a year performing in Paris, France, at Les Carveau Des Oubliettes and The One Way. Performed with Martha High, Boney Fields, Lucky Peterson, Kenny Neal, and Vernon Bush with Taj Mahal. Soundtrack vocals for feature films “Owned” and “Bert.” Vocalist/keyboards with improvised hip-hop collective The Freeze, perform-ing the Bay Area’s hit show “Mortified.”
Alan Hall (drums) Advisor, Drum Program. Former assistant professor at Berklee College of Music; adjunct faculty at UC Berkeley; clinician; author; performed with Ernie Watts, Paul McCandless, Eddie Harris, Bruce Wilamson, Art Lande, Tom Coster, Kit Walker, Rebecca Parris, Kai Eckhardt, Stuart Hamm; artist endorsement with Zildjian Cymbals, Vic Firth Sticks, Aquarian Accessories. www.jazzdrumming.com
Charles Hamilton (trombone)Leader of the Berkeley High School Jazz Ensemble for 28 years. Has performed with Joe Henderson, Fred Berry, Karlton Hester, Khalil Shaheed, Marcus Shelby, and Babatunde Lea. Created the San Francisco Bay Jazz Band; at the invitation of the US State Department, he took them to Asia twice (Vietnam and China). Recently released “Charles Hamilton and Beyond: Mr Hamudah,” for Global Recording Artists. Currently directing the UC Santa Cruz Big Band. Received the National Foundation for the Advancement of the Arts “Distinguished Teacher in the Arts” Award.
Colin Hogan (piano)B.A. Cal State East Bay. Performances with James Moody, Peter Erskine, Bob Brookmeyer, Roy Ayers, Maria Schneider and hip hop luminaries such as Too $hort, DJ QBert, Dan the Automator, and Lyrics Born. Performed with electric bass revolutionary Larry Graham of Sly and the Family Stone at the 2004 California Music Awards. Pianist and featured soloist on accordion with the Tommy Igoe Big Band in its first-ever weekly residency at Yoshi’s San Francisco. Currently involved in various projects including hip hop/R&B group Dynamic, jazz/ groove/experimental collective the Jazz Mafia, international cafe music group Trio Zincalo and jazz/funk/fusion band The Hogan Bros., with brothers Steve and Julian.
Moly Holm (voice) Vocalist/composer jazz, multi-cultural performance art, improvisation. “Permission” CD called “edgy and defiant,” “on the cutting edge of jazz vocals.” Studied North Indian Raga with: Pandit Pran Nath and Terry Riley. Performance/tours: Bobby McFerrin’s original Voicestra; Terry Riley/Khayal; Zakir Hussain’s Rapt, No Strings; June Watanabe’s E.O. 9066; George Coates’ Actual Sho-. Composing: Marcus Gardley’s plays, This World In a Woman’s Hands and Love is A Dream House in Lorin. MA in Composition/BA in Music/Adjunct Faculty at Mills College. www.mollyholm.com
Peter Horvath (piano) M.A., Berklee College of Music; Bèla Bartôk Conservatory of Music, Budapest, Hungary; Vienna Conservatory of Music. Performed, toured, recorded with Victor Bailey Group, Bobby Hutcherson, Joe Henderson, Lalah Hathaway, Oakland Symphony, Bob Sheppard, Bennie Maupin, Richie Cole, Ray Obiedo, Lenny White, Randy Brecker, Marcus Miller, Bob Mintzer, Pee Wee Ellis, Arturo Sandoval, arranged and recorded for Aretha Franklin. www.peterhorvath.com
Erik Jekabson (trumpet) M.A. in Composition, SF Conservatory of Music; B. Mus. in Trumpet, Oberlin Conservatory of Music. Toured with John Mayer, Illinois Jacquet and Galactic, and has composed for film and dance projects. Released several albums as a leader. www.erikjekabson.com
Ellen Johnson (voice) M.M. in Vocal Performance, SDSU; B.Mus. in Vocal Performance, American Conservatory of Music; Ph.D studies, Expressive Arts, UHS; music business, UCLA Extension; acting, Northwestern, U. Chicago Actors Center. Performed, recorded or studied with Sheila Jordan, Bobby McFerrin, Charles McPherson, Louie Bellson, Pete Christlieb, Roy McCurdy, Billy Drummond, Larry Koonse, John Stowell, Cameron Brown, Hugh Martin. Willie Pickens, John Clayton, Jay Clayton, Gene Aiken, Marni Nixon and Rick Helzer. Faculty at USD, CalPoly University Pomona, Old Globe Theatre’s MFA. www.ellenjohnson.net
Jennifer Jolly (keyboards) Performer, educator, session musician, composer, arranger, choral/musical theater accompanist. Specialist in American roots styles (blues, boogie-woogie, New Orleans, R&B, soul, funk, country, improvisational rock), Caribbean, and African music. Current member of Baba Ken & the Afro-Groove Connexion and Big B & His Snakeoil Saviours; frequent performer with Tom Rigney & Flambeau. Previous performance credits include Phil Lesh (Grateful Dead), Zulu Spear, Barbara Dane, Hot Links, The Jolly Gibsons. Faculty instructor at Cazadero Family Camp.
Bob Karty (piano) B.A., Biology, Reed College. Pianist, composer, recording engineer, producer. Performs with Ray Obiedo, Pete Escovedo, world-jazz sextet Tanaóra, Conjunto Karabalí (led by Michael Spiro & Santana percussionist Karl Perazzo). Founding member of Orquesta La Moderna Tradición, one of the few authentic charanga orchestras outside of Cuba, with whom he performed for over 15 years and recorded three albums. www.bobkarty.com
Kasey Knudsen (saxophone) B.A. Berklee, faculty member at Sonoma State U., Stanford Jazz Workshop, Lafayette Summer Music Jazz Workshop. Performs with her own sextet, The Holly Martins, The Knudsen-Arkin-Coleman Trio, has toured the world with Tune-Yards and can be seen performing with such bay area luminaries as Ben Goldberg, Fred Frith, Graham Connah, Adam Shulman, Ian Carey and more. www.kaseyknudsen.com
Omar Ledezma Jr. (percussion, voice) Diploma, Performance, Berklee College of Music 2003. B.S., Law School, Santa Maria University, Caracas, Venezuela 1995. Active local performer, teacher, GRAMMY nominee and world class musician. Toured with renowned artists in USA, Europe, the Caribbean and South America. Has participated in more than 35 recordings, DVDs and books. PEARL PERCUSSION Artist. www.omarledezmajr.com
Dave LeFebvre (saxophone) Recipient of an NEA Grant for Jazz Education. Dave has recorded 6 albums as a bandleader and has performed at many Bay Area Jazz Festivals and in Europe. Musicians who have recorded or performed in Dave’s group include Billy Childs, John Patitucci, Clay Jenkins, Dave Crigger, Eddie Marshall, Seward McCain and many others. Dave’s big band compositions have been performed by Freddie Hubbard, Richie Cole, and the BBC Big Band. www.jazzwest.com/davelefebvre
Jason Levis (percussion) Ph.D. and M.A. in Composition, UC Berkeley; B.A. in Music, Naropa University. Two-time Meet the Composer award recipient; Eisner Prize for Music winner; Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor (UC Berkeley); Interaktion Festival finalist (Berlin), drummer and composer Jason Levis has led and been a collaborator in numerous jazz, improvised music, and chamber ensembles in the San Francisco Bay Area and Berlin, Germany. These include the Heftpistole Chamber Ensemble; duo B.; Married Couple; DRY; live dub-reggae ensemble Joseph’s Bones; the Echo Chamber Ensemble; most recently the Berlin Boom Orchestra, and many more. www.jasonlevismusic.com
Chuck MacKinnon (trumpet)BM in Jazz Performance from William Paterson University, MA in Music Composition from California State University East Bay; works regularly with Mark Levine and The Bay Area All Stars, The Chuck MacKinnon Sextet, Chuck MacKinnon Organ Quartet; has performed with Duke Ellington Orchestra, Joe Henderson, Bruce Forman, Charlie Hunter, Kenny Brooks, Harvey Wainapel, Peter Apfelbaum; part-time faculty member: College of San Mateo, Chabot College, Diablo Valley College, Nueva School, and Crystal Springs Uplands School.
Frank Martin (piano, keyboards)Music Director for Narada Michael Walden, Patti Austin, Angela Bofill; Carnegie Hall appearances with Sting, James Taylor, Elton John; Record producer/arranger for Al Jarreau, Turtle Island String Quartet, Joey DeFrancesco, Mimi Fox, Mary Jenson, Molly Holm, Deuce, Tuck & Patti, Karen Blixt; performed/recorded with John McLaughlin, Buddy Montgomery, Joe Farrell, Dizzy Gillespie, Larry Coryell, Herbie Hancock, Stanley Jordan, Stevie Wonder, Airto, Dori Caymmi, Dianne Reeves, Patrice Rushen, Trilok Gurtu, Richard Bona; Faculty, UC Berkeley Jazz Ensembles. www.frankmartinproductions.com
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Mimi Fox (guitar) Advisor, Guitar Program. Six-time DownBeat Critics Poll winner. Performed throughout Europe, Asia, the Caribbean and Australia. Festivals include Montreal, Monterey, Guinness Cork, Perth, Kennedy Center. Adjunct professor of Jazz Studies at NYU; guest clinician/artist in residence at Alaska Jazz Workshop, Britt Music Festival, Yale U., CalArts, Cornish College of the Arts, U. of Oregon, USC and Berklee College of Music; featured artist on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR; Performed/Recorded with Charlie Byrd, Kenny Burrell, Branford Marsalis, David Sanchez, Joey DeFrancesco, Houston Person and Diana Krall. www.mimifoxjazzguitar.com
Kyra Gordon (voice) B.Mus. California Jazz Conservatory. Vocalist/ B.Mus. in Jazz Vocal Performance, California Jazz Conservatory. Spent a year performing in Paris, France, at Les Carveau Des Oubliettes and The One Way. Performed with Martha High, Boney Fields, Lucky Peterson, Kenny Neal, and Vernon Bush with Taj Mahal. Soundtrack vocals for feature films “Owned” and “Bert.” Vocalist/keyboards with improvised hip-hop collective The Freeze, perform-ing the Bay Area’s hit show “Mortified.”
Alan Hall (drums) Advisor, Drum Program. Former assistant professor at Berklee College of Music; adjunct faculty at UC Berkeley; clinician; author; performed with Ernie Watts, Paul McCandless, Eddie Harris, Bruce Wilamson, Art Lande, Tom Coster, Kit Walker, Rebecca Parris, Kai Eckhardt, Stuart Hamm; artist endorsement with Zildjian Cymbals, Vic Firth Sticks, Aquarian Accessories. www.jazzdrumming.com
Charles Hamilton (trombone)Leader of the Berkeley High School Jazz Ensemble for 28 years. Has performed with Joe Henderson, Fred Berry, Karlton Hester, Khalil Shaheed, Marcus Shelby, and Babatunde Lea. Created the San Francisco Bay Jazz Band; at the invitation of the US State Department, he took them to Asia twice (Vietnam and China). Recently released “Charles Hamilton and Beyond: Mr Hamudah,” for Global Recording Artists. Currently directing the UC Santa Cruz Big Band. Received the National Foundation for the Advancement of the Arts “Distinguished Teacher in the Arts” Award.
Colin Hogan (piano)B.A. Cal State East Bay. Performances with James Moody, Peter Erskine, Bob Brookmeyer, Roy Ayers, Maria Schneider and hip hop luminaries such as Too $hort, DJ QBert, Dan the Automator, and Lyrics Born. Performed with electric bass revolutionary Larry Graham of Sly and the Family Stone at the 2004 California Music Awards. Pianist and featured soloist on accordion with the Tommy Igoe Big Band in its first-ever weekly residency at Yoshi’s San Francisco. Currently involved in various projects including hip hop/R&B group Dynamic, jazz/ groove/experimental collective the Jazz Mafia, international cafe music group Trio Zincalo and jazz/funk/fusion band The Hogan Bros., with brothers Steve and Julian.
Moly Holm (voice) Vocalist/composer jazz, multi-cultural performance art, improvisation. “Permission” CD called “edgy and defiant,” “on the cutting edge of jazz vocals.” Studied North Indian Raga with: Pandit Pran Nath and Terry Riley. Performance/tours: Bobby McFerrin’s original Voicestra; Terry Riley/Khayal; Zakir Hussain’s Rapt, No Strings; June Watanabe’s E.O. 9066; George Coates’ Actual Sho-. Composing: Marcus Gardley’s plays, This World In a Woman’s Hands and Love is A Dream House in Lorin. MA in Composition/BA in Music/Adjunct Faculty at Mills College. www.mollyholm.com
Peter Horvath (piano) M.A., Berklee College of Music; Bèla Bartôk Conservatory of Music, Budapest, Hungary; Vienna Conservatory of Music. Performed, toured, recorded with Victor Bailey Group, Bobby Hutcherson, Joe Henderson, Lalah Hathaway, Oakland Symphony, Bob Sheppard, Bennie Maupin, Richie Cole, Ray Obiedo, Lenny White, Randy Brecker, Marcus Miller, Bob Mintzer, Pee Wee Ellis, Arturo Sandoval, arranged and recorded for Aretha Franklin. www.peterhorvath.com
Erik Jekabson (trumpet) M.A. in Composition, SF Conservatory of Music; B. Mus. in Trumpet, Oberlin Conservatory of Music. Toured with John Mayer, Illinois Jacquet and Galactic, and has composed for film and dance projects. Released several albums as a leader. www.erikjekabson.com
Ellen Johnson (voice) M.M. in Vocal Performance, SDSU; B.Mus. in Vocal Performance, American Conservatory of Music; Ph.D studies, Expressive Arts, UHS; music business, UCLA Extension; acting, Northwestern, U. Chicago Actors Center. Performed, recorded or studied with Sheila Jordan, Bobby McFerrin, Charles McPherson, Louie Bellson, Pete Christlieb, Roy McCurdy, Billy Drummond, Larry Koonse, John Stowell, Cameron Brown, Hugh Martin. Willie Pickens, John Clayton, Jay Clayton, Gene Aiken, Marni Nixon and Rick Helzer. Faculty at USD, CalPoly University Pomona, Old Globe Theatre’s MFA. www.ellenjohnson.net
Jennifer Jolly (keyboards) Performer, educator, session musician, composer, arranger, choral/musical theater accompanist. Specialist in American roots styles (blues, boogie-woogie, New Orleans, R&B, soul, funk, country, improvisational rock), Caribbean, and African music. Current member of Baba Ken & the Afro-Groove Connexion and Big B & His Snakeoil Saviours; frequent performer with Tom Rigney & Flambeau. Previous performance credits include Phil Lesh (Grateful Dead), Zulu Spear, Barbara Dane, Hot Links, The Jolly Gibsons. Faculty instructor at Cazadero Family Camp.
Bob Karty (piano) B.A., Biology, Reed College. Pianist, composer, recording engineer, producer. Performs with Ray Obiedo, Pete Escovedo, world-jazz sextet Tanaóra, Conjunto Karabalí (led by Michael Spiro & Santana percussionist Karl Perazzo). Founding member of Orquesta La Moderna Tradición, one of the few authentic charanga orchestras outside of Cuba, with whom he performed for over 15 years and recorded three albums. www.bobkarty.com
Kasey Knudsen (saxophone) B.A. Berklee, faculty member at Sonoma State U., Stanford Jazz Workshop, Lafayette Summer Music Jazz Workshop. Performs with her own sextet, The Holly Martins, The Knudsen-Arkin-Coleman Trio, has toured the world with Tune-Yards and can be seen performing with such bay area luminaries as Ben Goldberg, Fred Frith, Graham Connah, Adam Shulman, Ian Carey and more. www.kaseyknudsen.com
Omar Ledezma Jr. (percussion, voice) Diploma, Performance, Berklee College of Music 2003. B.S., Law School, Santa Maria University, Caracas, Venezuela 1995. Active local performer, teacher, GRAMMY nominee and world class musician. Toured with renowned artists in USA, Europe, the Caribbean and South America. Has participated in more than 35 recordings, DVDs and books. PEARL PERCUSSION Artist. www.omarledezmajr.com
Dave LeFebvre (saxophone) Recipient of an NEA Grant for Jazz Education. Dave has recorded 6 albums as a bandleader and has performed at many Bay Area Jazz Festivals and in Europe. Musicians who have recorded or performed in Dave’s group include Billy Childs, John Patitucci, Clay Jenkins, Dave Crigger, Eddie Marshall, Seward McCain and many others. Dave’s big band compositions have been performed by Freddie Hubbard, Richie Cole, and the BBC Big Band. www.jazzwest.com/davelefebvre
Jason Levis (percussion) Ph.D. and M.A. in Composition, UC Berkeley; B.A. in Music, Naropa University. Two-time Meet the Composer award recipient; Eisner Prize for Music winner; Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor (UC Berkeley); Interaktion Festival finalist (Berlin), drummer and composer Jason Levis has led and been a collaborator in numerous jazz, improvised music, and chamber ensembles in the San Francisco Bay Area and Berlin, Germany. These include the Heftpistole Chamber Ensemble; duo B.; Married Couple; DRY; live dub-reggae ensemble Joseph’s Bones; the Echo Chamber Ensemble; most recently the Berlin Boom Orchestra, and many more. www.jasonlevismusic.com
Chuck MacKinnon (trumpet)BM in Jazz Performance from William Paterson University, MA in Music Composition from California State University East Bay; works regularly with Mark Levine and The Bay Area All Stars, The Chuck MacKinnon Sextet, Chuck MacKinnon Organ Quartet; has performed with Duke Ellington Orchestra, Joe Henderson, Bruce Forman, Charlie Hunter, Kenny Brooks, Harvey Wainapel, Peter Apfelbaum; part-time faculty member: College of San Mateo, Chabot College, Diablo Valley College, Nueva School, and Crystal Springs Uplands School.
Frank Martin (piano, keyboards)Music Director for Narada Michael Walden, Patti Austin, Angela Bofill; Carnegie Hall appearances with Sting, James Taylor, Elton John; Record producer/arranger for Al Jarreau, Turtle Island String Quartet, Joey DeFrancesco, Mimi Fox, Mary Jenson, Molly Holm, Deuce, Tuck & Patti, Karen Blixt; performed/recorded with John McLaughlin, Buddy Montgomery, Joe Farrell, Dizzy Gillespie, Larry Coryell, Herbie Hancock, Stanley Jordan, Stevie Wonder, Airto, Dori Caymmi, Dianne Reeves, Patrice Rushen, Trilok Gurtu, Richard Bona; Faculty, UC Berkeley Jazz Ensembles. www.frankmartinproductions.com
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Joyce Pricco (voice) M.M. in Music Education, Boston University; B.M. in Music Education, San Francisco State University; Certificate of Completion in Multimedia Studies, Diablo Valley College. Classroom and private instructor since 1978. Performed professionally in the Bay Area since 1980 ranging from classical to popular singing styles — opera, oratorio and musical theater to jazz, gospel, and pop. Professor at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, CA, faculty at Bradley School of Music in Lafayette, CA, music director at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Concord, CA, private voice and piano instruction at Pricco Studios.
Jackie Rago (percussion)B.A. music and arts institute of SF, artistic and musical director of the Venezuelan Music Project and a founding member of the VNote Ensemble (formerly The Snake Trio) bands which she travels and performs with in an ongoing basis. She was also a founding member of Altazor (Nueva Canción ensemble), Wild Mango (world beat music), Keith Terry & Crosspulse (world percussion) and Trio Altamira (contemporary Latin American music). www.jackelinerago.com
Glenn Richman (bass) Mannes School of Music (1 yr); Berklee College of Music (2 yrs). Advisor, Jazzschool Bass Program; student of Buster Williams, George Mraz and Mike Longo; performed with Bobby Hutcherson, Jon Hendricks, Dave Liebman, Chet Baker, Benny Green, Dakota Staton, Chris Connor, Tom Harrell, Eddie Henderson, John Hicks, Mike Clark, Jack Wilkins, Billy Hart, Larry Willis, George Coleman and Mickey Roker; faculty, Brubeck Institute, UC Berkeley and Chabot College. www.glennrichman.com
David Rokeach (percussion)Performed/recorded with Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, Aaron Neville, Mavis Staples, Lou Rawls, Joe Henderson, Mark Murphy, Charlie Musselwhite, The George Brooks-Zakir Hussain Group, Wilson Pickett, Linda Tillery, Steve Miller, Joe Satriani, Joyce Cooling, Maria Muldaur, Calvin Keys, Barry Finnerty, Merl Saunders, David Grisman, Melvin Seals, The Family Stone Experience, Louis Bellson, Wayne Wallace, The Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Paula West, Marcos Silva, Alison Brown, Ernestine Anderson, Oscar Brown Jr., Ingrid Jensen, Maria Schneider and many more.
Seward McCain (bass) Toured with Vince Guaraldi, Cleo Laine and John Dankworth, Mark Murphy, Diane Schuur, Jackie Cain and Roy Kral. Performed with Ernie Watts, Bobby Hutcherson, Kenny Barron, Herb Ellis, Jack Sheldon, Richie Cole, Tom Harrell, and Marshall Otwell. Currently with the Dick Hindman Trio with Colin Bailey on drums. Also on faculty of Stanford University. www.sewardmccain.com
Susan Muscarella (piano)B.A. in Music Composition, UC Berkeley. Ph.D. candidate in Musicology, University of Évora, Portugal. Founder and Executive Director, Jazzschool Inc.; President and Dean of Instruction, Jazzschool Institute. Director, UC Jazz Ensembles program 1984 – 89; composer, arranger and recording artist; performances at major clubs and festivals including Yoshi’s, Keystone Korner, Great American Music Hall and the Lighthouse, and Monterey, Berkeley and Concord Jazz Festivals; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR; recipient of a 2008 “A Team” Award from the Jazz Journalists Association; member of the Board of Directors, Chamber Music America.
Anthony Paule (guitar) A.A. Degree from CCSF. Has toured and/or recorded with Maria Muldaur, Boz Skaggs, Charlie Musselwhite, Barbara Lynn, Earl King, Big Jay McNeely, Johnny Adams and many others. Released three solo albums, “Big Guitar” and “Hiding In Plain Sight” and “You Don’t Know Nothing” the latter with soul singer Frank Bey. Has performed at festivals including Monterey Jazz, Umbria Jazz, San Francisco Blues, Mississippi Valley Blues, Du Maurier Jazz, Waterfront Blues, S.F. Jazz, Atlanta Olympic Games. www.anthonypaule.com
Ricardo Peixoto (guitar) Native of Rio de Janeiro, graduated from Berklee College of Music, studied with Pat Metheny. Also studied classical guitar with George Sakellariou at SF Conservatory. Adventure Music recording artist, composer, arranger, has performed nationally and internationally with Claudia Villela, Terra Sul, Carlos Oliveira, Airto, Flora Purim, Guinga, Dori Caymmi, Bud Shank, Dom Um Romão, Claudio Roditi.
Debbie Poryes (piano) National and international performing artist including Yoshi’s, Healdsburg Jazz Festival, Bim House and Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, New Morning in Paris, Quasimodo in Berlin, released several albums as a leader, studied at UC Berkeley and Hilversum Conservatory in the Netherlands: has a teaching credential in Jazz Studies, Netherlands; was a tenured faculty member for 7 years in 2 Dutch music conservatories, Hilversum and Arnhem; toured with John Clayton Big Band; 30 years private instruction in jazz piano and jazz/classical theory. www.debbieporyes.com
Pamela Rose (voice) B.A., UC Berkeley. Jazz and blues vocalist, songwriter, recording artist. Recent performances include Monterey Jazz Festival, SFJAZZ, Grammy Founda-tion, Copenhagen Jazz Festival, Cal Performances. Featured on NPR’s “All Things Considered.” Her latest project “Wild Women of Song” (highlighting the work of women jazz and blues songwriters) has Rose touring, speaking and performing at universities and performing arts centers nation-wide, and resulted in the publication of a book on the topic. www.pamelarose.com
Ellen Seeling (trumpet)B.Mus. in Jazz Studies, Indiana U. Composer, arranger and recording artist. Founder and Director, Montclair Women’s Big Band; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR and Grammy Foundation; performed with Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Big Band, Joe Cocker, Ray Barretto, Patti LaBelle; consultant, San Francisco Arts Commission.
Rumen Shopov (percussion) A Turkish Rom (“Gypsy”) from Bulgaria, Rumen Shopov is a multi-instrumentalist, bandleader, singer, dancer, and recording artist specializing in traditional and contemporary Balkan and Romani music. Rumen has performed and taught Balkan and Romani music throughout Eastern and Western Europe and North and South America. He has performed alongside Balkan music legends Yuri Yunakov, Teodossi Spassov, Ismail Lumanovski, and many others. www.eefc.org/Shopov.shtml
Marcos Silva (piano) Adviser, Brazilian Program. National and interna-tional performing and recording artist, composer, arranger, producer, educator; performed with Leny Andrade, Emilio Santiago, Marcio Montarroyos, Jon Lucien, Claudio Roditi; Music Director, arranger, keyboards for Flora Purim, Airto, Toninho Horta, Paquito D’Rivera, Bud Shank, Ricardo Silveira, Dori Caymmi, Nana Caymmi, Danilo Caymmi, Edu Lobo, Joyce; leader, Marcos Silva and Intersection. www.marcossilva.com
Ben Stolorow (piano) B.A. in Music, UC Berkeley; Recipient, Hertz Traveling Fellowship from Berkeley to study jazz piano privately and at the Manhattan School of Music; studied in New York with Fred Hersch, Stanley Cowell, James Williams, and David Hazeltine; performed with Akira Tana, Craig Handy, Lorca Hart, Nasheet Waits, Danya Stephens, Andrew Speight, Vince Lateano, Bob Kenmotsu, Noel Jewkes, Michael O’Neill, and vocalist Kenny Washington; Also studied classical piano and the Taubman Technique. www.benstolorow.com
Jeanne Walpole (piano) M.A. in Music Theory, San Francisco State U.; M.A. Studies in Piano Manhattan School of Music; B.A., Smith College: studied with Dick Hindman 1990–2003; Pianist, Nordstrom.
Katherine Westine (piano) Post-graduate studies in Early Music, Norddeutsche Orgelakademie, Bremen, Germany; M.A. in Organ Performance, Lone Mountain College, San Francisco; B.A. in Music History, U. of Washington, Seattle. Co-producer, Florio Street Concerts.
Faith Winthrop (voice) Singer, songwriter, recording artist and educator; student of Clara Shear, Boston Conservatory. Performed as house singer at SF’s hungry i, NY’s Village Vanguard; international appearances include Paris, Sydney and Rio; Founding Director, Glide Memorial’s Soulful Glide Ensemble; students include Al Jarreau, Ben Vereen, Holly Near, Madeline Eastman, Lavay Smith, Jacqui Naylor and Paula West; faculty member, Mills College and San Francisco of Conservatory of Music. www.faithwinthrop.com
Winslow Yerxa (harmonica) Author of Harmonica for Dummies, advice columnist at Bluesharmonica.com, and president of the Society for the Preservation and Advancement of the Harmonica. Over 30 years experience in a wide variety of styles. Performs with SF Harmonica Ensemble and Tuula Tossavainen. www.winslowyerxa.com
Michael Zilber (saxophone) Ph.D. in Composition, NYU; M.M. in Composition, Tufts U.; B.Mus. in Composition, New England Conservatory. Currently co-leads a quartet with guitar great John Stowell, and is completing a recording project in New York with Mike Clark, James Genus and Rachel Z. Co-led a group with drumming legend Steve Smith for 8 years. Has performed, toured or recorded with everyone from Dave Liebman to Dizzy Gillespie, including Miroslav Vitous, Bob Berg, Eddie Henderson, Fareed Haque, Geoffrey Keezer, Donald Harrison, John Handy, Dave Douglas, Barry Finnerty, Bruce Barth, and Clarence Penn. www.michaelzilber.com
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Joyce Pricco (voice) M.M. in Music Education, Boston University; B.M. in Music Education, San Francisco State University; Certificate of Completion in Multimedia Studies, Diablo Valley College. Classroom and private instructor since 1978. Performed professionally in the Bay Area since 1980 ranging from classical to popular singing styles — opera, oratorio and musical theater to jazz, gospel, and pop. Professor at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, CA, faculty at Bradley School of Music in Lafayette, CA, music director at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Concord, CA, private voice and piano instruction at Pricco Studios.
Jackie Rago (percussion)B.A. music and arts institute of SF, artistic and musical director of the Venezuelan Music Project and a founding member of the VNote Ensemble (formerly The Snake Trio) bands which she travels and performs with in an ongoing basis. She was also a founding member of Altazor (Nueva Canción ensemble), Wild Mango (world beat music), Keith Terry & Crosspulse (world percussion) and Trio Altamira (contemporary Latin American music). www.jackelinerago.com
Glenn Richman (bass) Mannes School of Music (1 yr); Berklee College of Music (2 yrs). Advisor, Jazzschool Bass Program; student of Buster Williams, George Mraz and Mike Longo; performed with Bobby Hutcherson, Jon Hendricks, Dave Liebman, Chet Baker, Benny Green, Dakota Staton, Chris Connor, Tom Harrell, Eddie Henderson, John Hicks, Mike Clark, Jack Wilkins, Billy Hart, Larry Willis, George Coleman and Mickey Roker; faculty, Brubeck Institute, UC Berkeley and Chabot College. www.glennrichman.com
David Rokeach (percussion)Performed/recorded with Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, Aaron Neville, Mavis Staples, Lou Rawls, Joe Henderson, Mark Murphy, Charlie Musselwhite, The George Brooks-Zakir Hussain Group, Wilson Pickett, Linda Tillery, Steve Miller, Joe Satriani, Joyce Cooling, Maria Muldaur, Calvin Keys, Barry Finnerty, Merl Saunders, David Grisman, Melvin Seals, The Family Stone Experience, Louis Bellson, Wayne Wallace, The Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Paula West, Marcos Silva, Alison Brown, Ernestine Anderson, Oscar Brown Jr., Ingrid Jensen, Maria Schneider and many more.
Seward McCain (bass) Toured with Vince Guaraldi, Cleo Laine and John Dankworth, Mark Murphy, Diane Schuur, Jackie Cain and Roy Kral. Performed with Ernie Watts, Bobby Hutcherson, Kenny Barron, Herb Ellis, Jack Sheldon, Richie Cole, Tom Harrell, and Marshall Otwell. Currently with the Dick Hindman Trio with Colin Bailey on drums. Also on faculty of Stanford University. www.sewardmccain.com
Susan Muscarella (piano)B.A. in Music Composition, UC Berkeley. Ph.D. candidate in Musicology, University of Évora, Portugal. Founder and Executive Director, Jazzschool Inc.; President and Dean of Instruction, Jazzschool Institute. Director, UC Jazz Ensembles program 1984 – 89; composer, arranger and recording artist; performances at major clubs and festivals including Yoshi’s, Keystone Korner, Great American Music Hall and the Lighthouse, and Monterey, Berkeley and Concord Jazz Festivals; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR; recipient of a 2008 “A Team” Award from the Jazz Journalists Association; member of the Board of Directors, Chamber Music America.
Anthony Paule (guitar) A.A. Degree from CCSF. Has toured and/or recorded with Maria Muldaur, Boz Skaggs, Charlie Musselwhite, Barbara Lynn, Earl King, Big Jay McNeely, Johnny Adams and many others. Released three solo albums, “Big Guitar” and “Hiding In Plain Sight” and “You Don’t Know Nothing” the latter with soul singer Frank Bey. Has performed at festivals including Monterey Jazz, Umbria Jazz, San Francisco Blues, Mississippi Valley Blues, Du Maurier Jazz, Waterfront Blues, S.F. Jazz, Atlanta Olympic Games. www.anthonypaule.com
Ricardo Peixoto (guitar) Native of Rio de Janeiro, graduated from Berklee College of Music, studied with Pat Metheny. Also studied classical guitar with George Sakellariou at SF Conservatory. Adventure Music recording artist, composer, arranger, has performed nationally and internationally with Claudia Villela, Terra Sul, Carlos Oliveira, Airto, Flora Purim, Guinga, Dori Caymmi, Bud Shank, Dom Um Romão, Claudio Roditi.
Debbie Poryes (piano) National and international performing artist including Yoshi’s, Healdsburg Jazz Festival, Bim House and Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, New Morning in Paris, Quasimodo in Berlin, released several albums as a leader, studied at UC Berkeley and Hilversum Conservatory in the Netherlands: has a teaching credential in Jazz Studies, Netherlands; was a tenured faculty member for 7 years in 2 Dutch music conservatories, Hilversum and Arnhem; toured with John Clayton Big Band; 30 years private instruction in jazz piano and jazz/classical theory. www.debbieporyes.com
Pamela Rose (voice) B.A., UC Berkeley. Jazz and blues vocalist, songwriter, recording artist. Recent performances include Monterey Jazz Festival, SFJAZZ, Grammy Founda-tion, Copenhagen Jazz Festival, Cal Performances. Featured on NPR’s “All Things Considered.” Her latest project “Wild Women of Song” (highlighting the work of women jazz and blues songwriters) has Rose touring, speaking and performing at universities and performing arts centers nation-wide, and resulted in the publication of a book on the topic. www.pamelarose.com
Ellen Seeling (trumpet)B.Mus. in Jazz Studies, Indiana U. Composer, arranger and recording artist. Founder and Director, Montclair Women’s Big Band; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR and Grammy Foundation; performed with Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Big Band, Joe Cocker, Ray Barretto, Patti LaBelle; consultant, San Francisco Arts Commission.
Rumen Shopov (percussion) A Turkish Rom (“Gypsy”) from Bulgaria, Rumen Shopov is a multi-instrumentalist, bandleader, singer, dancer, and recording artist specializing in traditional and contemporary Balkan and Romani music. Rumen has performed and taught Balkan and Romani music throughout Eastern and Western Europe and North and South America. He has performed alongside Balkan music legends Yuri Yunakov, Teodossi Spassov, Ismail Lumanovski, and many others. www.eefc.org/Shopov.shtml
Marcos Silva (piano) Adviser, Brazilian Program. National and interna-tional performing and recording artist, composer, arranger, producer, educator; performed with Leny Andrade, Emilio Santiago, Marcio Montarroyos, Jon Lucien, Claudio Roditi; Music Director, arranger, keyboards for Flora Purim, Airto, Toninho Horta, Paquito D’Rivera, Bud Shank, Ricardo Silveira, Dori Caymmi, Nana Caymmi, Danilo Caymmi, Edu Lobo, Joyce; leader, Marcos Silva and Intersection. www.marcossilva.com
Ben Stolorow (piano) B.A. in Music, UC Berkeley; Recipient, Hertz Traveling Fellowship from Berkeley to study jazz piano privately and at the Manhattan School of Music; studied in New York with Fred Hersch, Stanley Cowell, James Williams, and David Hazeltine; performed with Akira Tana, Craig Handy, Lorca Hart, Nasheet Waits, Danya Stephens, Andrew Speight, Vince Lateano, Bob Kenmotsu, Noel Jewkes, Michael O’Neill, and vocalist Kenny Washington; Also studied classical piano and the Taubman Technique. www.benstolorow.com
Jeanne Walpole (piano) M.A. in Music Theory, San Francisco State U.; M.A. Studies in Piano Manhattan School of Music; B.A., Smith College: studied with Dick Hindman 1990–2003; Pianist, Nordstrom.
Katherine Westine (piano) Post-graduate studies in Early Music, Norddeutsche Orgelakademie, Bremen, Germany; M.A. in Organ Performance, Lone Mountain College, San Francisco; B.A. in Music History, U. of Washington, Seattle. Co-producer, Florio Street Concerts.
Faith Winthrop (voice) Singer, songwriter, recording artist and educator; student of Clara Shear, Boston Conservatory. Performed as house singer at SF’s hungry i, NY’s Village Vanguard; international appearances include Paris, Sydney and Rio; Founding Director, Glide Memorial’s Soulful Glide Ensemble; students include Al Jarreau, Ben Vereen, Holly Near, Madeline Eastman, Lavay Smith, Jacqui Naylor and Paula West; faculty member, Mills College and San Francisco of Conservatory of Music. www.faithwinthrop.com
Winslow Yerxa (harmonica) Author of Harmonica for Dummies, advice columnist at Bluesharmonica.com, and president of the Society for the Preservation and Advancement of the Harmonica. Over 30 years experience in a wide variety of styles. Performs with SF Harmonica Ensemble and Tuula Tossavainen. www.winslowyerxa.com
Michael Zilber (saxophone) Ph.D. in Composition, NYU; M.M. in Composition, Tufts U.; B.Mus. in Composition, New England Conservatory. Currently co-leads a quartet with guitar great John Stowell, and is completing a recording project in New York with Mike Clark, James Genus and Rachel Z. Co-led a group with drumming legend Steve Smith for 8 years. Has performed, toured or recorded with everyone from Dave Liebman to Dizzy Gillespie, including Miroslav Vitous, Bob Berg, Eddie Henderson, Fareed Haque, Geoffrey Keezer, Donald Harrison, John Handy, Dave Douglas, Barry Finnerty, Bruce Barth, and Clarence Penn. www.michaelzilber.com
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high quality educational program and ensuring our future. (Gifts received from January 1 through December 31, 2014.)
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Neil Rudolph & Susan Cluff
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Jamey Aebersold
Susan & Jeffrey Brand
Jacquelin & Sheafe Ewing
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Cecily & Bannus Hudson
J. Tyler & Melanie Johnston
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Jeffrey Goodby & Jan Deming
Eric & Simone Lang
Larry & Corinne Marcus
Ernie Mieger
Amy & Eddie Orton
David & Beth Sawi
Michael Yovino-Young & Alison Teeman
The California Jazz Conservatory wishes to thank the following individuals for their generous support enabling us to offer a comprehensive,
high quality educational program and ensuring our future. (Gifts received from January 1 through December 31, 2014.)
2014 Individual GiftsSPONSORS CIRCLE ($1,000 – $4,999)
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($500 – $999)
Anonymous (4)
Anonymous – in memory of Eddie Marshall
Duncan Brown & Karima Cammell
Lois De Domenico Fund
Quinn Delaney & Wayne Jordan
Richard Dingman
Dave Eshelman
Mary Ford
Mimi Fox
Phil Gainsborough
Rita Hargrave
Barbara Ivins & John Hughes
Hoil Lee
Robert & Sue Mertens
Ivan, Maris & Harry Meyerson
Deborah O’Grady & John Adams
John S. Osterweis
John & Barbara Papini
Michael & Ann Parker
Susanna Porte
Chris & Lori Potter
Danny Scher
Evie & Gordon Wozniak
Anonymous (2)
Manuela Albuquerque &
Christopher McKenzie
Howard Beverly
Kathy Blackburn
Donald Briggs
Kenneth Chin
Leslie Crary
David & Lucia Gill
Chip Isaac III
Laura Klein & Tony Corman
Stephanie Lee
Masako & Francisco Leon
Dean & Joanne Muench
Brian Pardo
Stephane Prunet
Debra Resnik
Tomas Schoenberg &
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Bill & Rosie Aron
Dr. Margie Baker
Kathleen Barrows – in
memory of Jack Elliott
Bayard & Nancy Allmond
Berkeley High School
Jazz Ensemble
Gretchen Brosius
Bert & Lois Carelli
Thomas & Marcie
Charlesworth
Lawrence E. Crooks
Kyle Davy &
Karen Yencich
Eva & Martin Ewing
Michael Ferguson
George & Ann Gaebler
Serban Giuroiu
Phyllis Goldsmith, John
Link & Eli Goldlink
Ray Greenleaf
Peter Greenstein
Catherine Hartshorn &
Richard Buxbaum
Jeffrey Hargreaves &
Meg Levine
Tom & Bonnie Herman
Rex Hesner &
Susan Torrence
Frances Kalfus
Steven Katz
Sakiko Kono
Bob Kridle
Laura Mahanes &
Steven Weissman
Merideth &
Tom Marschak
Susan Marinoff &
Thomas Schrag
William McIntyre
Weston Milliken
Lisa Mitchell
Theresa Mullings
Josh Novic
James Pickrel &
Carolyn Woolley
Mary Poffenroth
Debbie Poryes
David & Mary Ramos
Carl Resnikoff
Jonathan Schiele &
Christina Nypaver
Bruce & Teddy Schwab
Robert & Linda Spencer
Amy Strage &
Marvin Lamb
Beth Ann & Michael Ward
Jean & Jeffrey Weiss
FRIENDS CIRCLE
($100 – $249)
Anonymous (8)
Dave Backenstoe
Ruth Belikove
Judith Berger
Kim Bogue – in memory
of Ellen Toni Dutton
David Bonaccorso
Jeffrey Briss
Cherilyn Brunetti &
Daniel Levine
Shanna Carlson
Michael Chanowitz &
Alice Supton
Jean Marie Circiello
Norris Clement &
Diane Bessell
Margaret Coate
Robert Couly
Martha Crawford
Karen Dabrusin
Bartley Deamer
Daniel Dinaburg, MD
Debbie Faigenbaum
Steve Filson
Susan & Fred Fischer
Marjorie Gelb &
Mark Aaronson
Judy & James Gillivan
Mario Guarneri
David Gutierrez
Peter & Grace Hartdegen
– in memory of
John Holmgren
David Hodul
Kathleen Holliday
Jenny Holland
William Ross Holliday
John Houghton
Christopher Johnson
Angharad Jones
Jane Kagon
Lloyd & Catherine Kamins
Patricia Kates &
Henry Brady
Denise Kidder
Mary Ann Koory &
Christopher Meehan
R. & L. Korsan
S. David Koret
Helen Kosik-Westly
Joel Kreisberg &
Wendy Buffett
Robert Lanz
Rita Largman
Marjorie Lasky
Tienne Lee
Paul Little
Michael Lucey
Tom MacKinnon
Christopher Martinez
Helen Marcus &
David Williamson
Toni Mayer & Alan Lazere
Bill & Suzanne McLean
Michael Meehan
Catherine &
Frank Mercurio
Peter Meyer
Ruth & Ronald Miguel
George Miller
Richard &
Susanne Monson
Bob Murphy
Bob Negron
Jeffrey Neighbor
Frank Peralta
Ruth Phillips
Tia Pierce
Mario Pola
Norman Postone
Jane Purinton &
James Donahue
Nancy Reichle
Greg Rhoten
Mike Rissi
Barry Robertson
Ahni & Kit Robinson
Deborah Robison &
Dennis Cohen
Allen Romano &
Linda Shapiro
José Romero
Susan Sakai-McClure
The Seidlitz/Orenstein
Family
Steven Shatz &
Nina Rivkind
Jack & Judy Sherman
Tom Silva
Rae Ann Stahl
Jan Stevens
Jill Suttie & Don Arbitblit
Paul & Bonnie Swinderman
Joshua Taylor
Leslie Tchaikovsky
Deborah & Bob Van Nest
Judith & Loy Wiese
Brian Wood
Sarah Yang
Yehudit
David Yetter &
Elizabeth Berry
Greg & Kiyomi Yim
Filip Yip
Gary Zellerbach
Mark Zitter
FRIENDS CIRCLE
($50 – $99)
Esteban Barnaby - in
memory of Wanda
Ogletree
Norman Bookstein
Judith & Burton Calder
Ivan Chiolo
John Cotrufo
Caroline Gonzalez
Gina Harris
Leslie Heyden
Catherine Hogan
Jim & Maddie Hogan
Emily Klion &
George Brooks
Vince Lateano &
Madeline Eastman
Gloria Bowles
Jarrell Irvin
Doug MacKenzie
Victoria Moore
Lambros Paraschos
John Rosenberg, M.D.
Tony Scarr
Mike & Kim Schulist
Susan Sharfman
Don Veca
FRIENDS CIRCLE
($1 - $49)
Anonymous (4)
Anonymous – in memory
of Eddie Marshall
Jon Armstrong
Mary Arnold
Joan & Tom Cleveland
Ann Costello
Mark Costello
Mary Ellen Costello
Maryjane Costello
Arabella Dorth
Kay Eskenazi
David Ferrazares
Jean Fineberg &
Ellen Seeling
Marian Gold
Lea Grant
Kimberly Hogan – in
memory of Angelo
Montesano
Gail Ingram
Dan Keller
Richard Maldonado
Teddy Milder
Gerald Pearlman
Ricki Rush
Tina Smelser
Patrice Valdivieso
Individual Gifts
72 73Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Individual Gifts
FRIENDS CIRCLE
($250 – $499)
Anonymous (3)
Demetrios Agretelis
Richard & Nancy
Anderson
Bill & Rosie Aron
Dr. Margie Baker
Kathleen Barrows – in
memory of Jack Elliott
Bayard & Nancy Allmond
Berkeley High School
Jazz Ensemble
Gretchen Brosius
Bert & Lois Carelli
Thomas & Marcie
Charlesworth
Lawrence E. Crooks
Kyle Davy &
Karen Yencich
Eva & Martin Ewing
Michael Ferguson
George & Ann Gaebler
Serban Giuroiu
Phyllis Goldsmith, John
Link & Eli Goldlink
Ray Greenleaf
Peter Greenstein
Catherine Hartshorn &
Richard Buxbaum
Jeffrey Hargreaves &
Meg Levine
Tom & Bonnie Herman
Rex Hesner &
Susan Torrence
Frances Kalfus
Steven Katz
Sakiko Kono
Bob Kridle
Laura Mahanes &
Steven Weissman
Merideth &
Tom Marschak
Susan Marinoff &
Thomas Schrag
William McIntyre
Weston Milliken
Lisa Mitchell
Theresa Mullings
Josh Novic
James Pickrel &
Carolyn Woolley
Mary Poffenroth
Debbie Poryes
David & Mary Ramos
Carl Resnikoff
Jonathan Schiele &
Christina Nypaver
Bruce & Teddy Schwab
Robert & Linda Spencer
Amy Strage &
Marvin Lamb
Beth Ann & Michael Ward
Jean & Jeffrey Weiss
FRIENDS CIRCLE
($100 – $249)
Anonymous (8)
Dave Backenstoe
Ruth Belikove
Judith Berger
Kim Bogue – in memory
of Ellen Toni Dutton
David Bonaccorso
Jeffrey Briss
Cherilyn Brunetti &
Daniel Levine
Shanna Carlson
Michael Chanowitz &
Alice Supton
Jean Marie Circiello
Norris Clement &
Diane Bessell
Margaret Coate
Robert Couly
Martha Crawford
Karen Dabrusin
Bartley Deamer
Daniel Dinaburg, MD
Debbie Faigenbaum
Steve Filson
Susan & Fred Fischer
Marjorie Gelb &
Mark Aaronson
Judy & James Gillivan
Mario Guarneri
David Gutierrez
Peter & Grace Hartdegen
– in memory of
John Holmgren
David Hodul
Kathleen Holliday
Jenny Holland
William Ross Holliday
John Houghton
Christopher Johnson
Angharad Jones
Jane Kagon
Lloyd & Catherine Kamins
Patricia Kates &
Henry Brady
Denise Kidder
Mary Ann Koory &
Christopher Meehan
R. & L. Korsan
S. David Koret
Helen Kosik-Westly
Joel Kreisberg &
Wendy Buffett
Robert Lanz
Rita Largman
Marjorie Lasky
Tienne Lee
Paul Little
Michael Lucey
Tom MacKinnon
Christopher Martinez
Helen Marcus &
David Williamson
Toni Mayer & Alan Lazere
Bill & Suzanne McLean
Michael Meehan
Catherine &
Frank Mercurio
Peter Meyer
Ruth & Ronald Miguel
George Miller
Richard &
Susanne Monson
Bob Murphy
Bob Negron
Jeffrey Neighbor
Frank Peralta
Ruth Phillips
Tia Pierce
Mario Pola
Norman Postone
Jane Purinton &
James Donahue
Nancy Reichle
Greg Rhoten
Mike Rissi
Barry Robertson
Ahni & Kit Robinson
Deborah Robison &
Dennis Cohen
Allen Romano &
Linda Shapiro
José Romero
Susan Sakai-McClure
The Seidlitz/Orenstein
Family
Steven Shatz &
Nina Rivkind
Jack & Judy Sherman
Tom Silva
Rae Ann Stahl
Jan Stevens
Jill Suttie & Don Arbitblit
Paul & Bonnie Swinderman
Joshua Taylor
Leslie Tchaikovsky
Deborah & Bob Van Nest
Judith & Loy Wiese
Brian Wood
Sarah Yang
Yehudit
David Yetter &
Elizabeth Berry
Greg & Kiyomi Yim
Filip Yip
Gary Zellerbach
Mark Zitter
FRIENDS CIRCLE
($50 – $99)
Esteban Barnaby - in
memory of Wanda
Ogletree
Norman Bookstein
Judith & Burton Calder
Ivan Chiolo
John Cotrufo
Caroline Gonzalez
Gina Harris
Leslie Heyden
Catherine Hogan
Jim & Maddie Hogan
Emily Klion &
George Brooks
Vince Lateano &
Madeline Eastman
Gloria Bowles
Jarrell Irvin
Doug MacKenzie
Victoria Moore
Lambros Paraschos
John Rosenberg, M.D.
Tony Scarr
Mike & Kim Schulist
Susan Sharfman
Don Veca
FRIENDS CIRCLE
($1 - $49)
Anonymous (4)
Anonymous – in memory
of Eddie Marshall
Jon Armstrong
Mary Arnold
Joan & Tom Cleveland
Ann Costello
Mark Costello
Mary Ellen Costello
Maryjane Costello
Arabella Dorth
Kay Eskenazi
David Ferrazares
Jean Fineberg &
Ellen Seeling
Marian Gold
Lea Grant
Kimberly Hogan – in
memory of Angelo
Montesano
Gail Ingram
Dan Keller
Richard Maldonado
Teddy Milder
Gerald Pearlman
Ricki Rush
Tina Smelser
Patrice Valdivieso
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS
BARBARA FITZPATRICK SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This scholarship fund was established in honor and memory of cherished guitarist and longtime Jazzschool
student, Barbara Fitzpatrick.
BLACK YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Black Youth Scholarship Fund has been established by Kim Nalley, San Francisco Bay Area jazz and blues performing and recording artist,
to forward the music education of deserving Black youth.
BUD SPANGLER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This scholarship fund was created to pay tribute to our dear friend Bud Spangler — revered Bay Area jazz drummer,
recording/concert producer and radio announcer.
DICK CONTE JAZZ PIANO SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Individual Gifts
74 Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
SUSTAINING BENEFACTORS (over $100,000)
Challenge to Learnng
DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE ($50,000 – $99,999)
The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
BENEFACTORS CIRCLE ($10,000 – $49,999)
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
The Koret Foundation
The Whitman Family Foundation
William E. Robinson Foundation
PATRONS CIRCLE ($5,000 – $9,999)
City of Berkeley
Wells Fargo Foundation
Zalec Familian & Lilian Levinson Foundation
SPONSORS CIRCLE ($1,000 – $4,999)
Emery Howard Portfolio Management
Korman & Ng Real Estate Services
Students Rock Foundation
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($100 – $999)
The Angela Palermo Trust
Forrests Music
Marshall Kirk McKusick & Eric P. Allman Foundation
Gifts from Foundations, Corporations, and Government Agencies
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GIFTS IN KIND: January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2014
Evelyn Boyd
Faye Carol
Mike Charlasch & Hélène Côté
Dave Elliot
Dave Eshelman
Ned Getline
Dawn Hopkins
James Howe
Edward Michael Keating, Jr.
Pamela King
Yanaki Lopez
Seward McCain
Russell McLaren
Udi Peled
Timothy Peters
Poulson Gluck Design
Glenn Richman
Patricia Ross
Janice & Lanny Weingrod
75
Mary Arnold
Tom Bennigson
Daniel Bittker
Katharine Bristol
Blues Mob & Friends
Cynthia & Eric Canup
Ariane Cap
Nancy & Brad Catania
Linda Da Re
Richard Drozd
Chuck Fisher
Jennifer Jolly
Julie Lawyer
Richard Mayers, Jr.
Jayne Nichols
Peter Roberts
Susan Sasaki
Cheryl Schwartz
Ruth Shapiro
Barbara Young
Anonymous Roz Aronson Jill Battalen
Bayard & Nancy Allmond
Paul Blystone
John Dale
Daria
Kitty Fassett
Shelli Fried
Kitty Margolis
Robert Menzimer
Kirsten Miranda
Bethany & John Shifflett
Amy Sironen
Cindy Spring
Merrilee Trost
Yoshi’s Oakland
Sheila Delany
Rose Healy
Kathleen Lawton& Dick Conte
Art Lazanoff
Robert Menzimer
Gifts, Grants & Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS
BARBARA FITZPATRICK SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This scholarship fund was established in honor and memory of cherished guitarist and longtime Jazzschool
student, Barbara Fitzpatrick.
BLACK YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Black Youth Scholarship Fund has been established by Kim Nalley, San Francisco Bay Area jazz and blues performing and recording artist,
to forward the music education of deserving Black youth.
BUD SPANGLER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This scholarship fund was created to pay tribute to our dear friend Bud Spangler — revered Bay Area jazz drummer,
recording/concert producer and radio announcer.
DICK CONTE JAZZ PIANO SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Individual Gifts
74 Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
SUSTAINING BENEFACTORS (over $100,000)
Challenge to Learnng
DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE ($50,000 – $99,999)
The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
BENEFACTORS CIRCLE ($10,000 – $49,999)
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
The Koret Foundation
The Whitman Family Foundation
William E. Robinson Foundation
PATRONS CIRCLE ($5,000 – $9,999)
City of Berkeley
Wells Fargo Foundation
Zalec Familian & Lilian Levinson Foundation
SPONSORS CIRCLE ($1,000 – $4,999)
Emery Howard Portfolio Management
Korman & Ng Real Estate Services
Students Rock Foundation
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($100 – $999)
The Angela Palermo Trust
Forrests Music
Marshall Kirk McKusick & Eric P. Allman Foundation
Gifts from Foundations, Corporations, and Government Agencies
75
GIFTS IN KIND: January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2014
Evelyn Boyd
Faye Carol
Mike Charlasch & Hélène Côté
Dave Elliot
Dave Eshelman
Ned Getline
Dawn Hopkins
James Howe
Edward Michael Keating, Jr.
Pamela King
Yanaki Lopez
Seward McCain
Russell McLaren
Udi Peled
Timothy Peters
Poulson Gluck Design
Glenn Richman
Patricia Ross
Janice & Lanny Weingrod
75
Mary Arnold
Tom Bennigson
Daniel Bittker
Katharine Bristol
Blues Mob & Friends
Cynthia & Eric Canup
Ariane Cap
Nancy & Brad Catania
Linda Da Re
Richard Drozd
Chuck Fisher
Jennifer Jolly
Julie Lawyer
Richard Mayers, Jr.
Jayne Nichols
Peter Roberts
Susan Sasaki
Cheryl Schwartz
Ruth Shapiro
Barbara Young
Anonymous Roz Aronson Jill Battalen
Bayard & Nancy Allmond
Paul Blystone
John Dale
Daria
Kitty Fassett
Shelli Fried
Kitty Margolis
Robert Menzimer
Kirsten Miranda
Bethany & John Shifflett
Amy Sironen
Cindy Spring
Merrilee Trost
Yoshi’s Oakland
Sheila Delany
Rose Healy
Kathleen Lawton& Dick Conte
Art Lazanoff
Robert Menzimer
Gifts, Grants & Scholarships
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Jazzschool CMS Faculty
Trustees & StaffBOARD OF DIRECTORS
Susan Brand, Chairman
Tyler Johnston, Vice Chairman
Richard A. Lyons, Secretary
Sy Grossman, Assistant Secretary
Neil Rudolph, Treasurer
Clifford Brown, Jr.
Charles Charnas
James Ellis
Jerry Fiddler
Rita Hargrave
Bertram Lubin
Ernie Mieger
Susan Muscarella
Gregg Perloff
Jim Reynolds
M. David Sherrill
Kevin Whitman
Michael Yovino-Young
Michael Zaninovich
DIRECTORS EMERITUS
Denny Abrams
Sherie Friedlander
Vaughan Johnson
James J. Keefe
Larry Marcus
Amy Orton
John Papini
Walter Riley
Danny Scher
ADVISORY BOARD
Tom Carr
Carole Davis
Paula Forney
Benny Green
Charles Hamilton
Richard Hindman
Stacey Hoffman
Mark Levine
Jason Olaine
Patricia Phillips
David Ring
Jayne Sanchez
Chuck Sher
Merrilee Trost
Wayne Wallace
Peter Williams
susan muscarella, erik jekabson, laurie antonioli, rob ewing
PROGRAM & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Susan MuscarellaPresident and Dean of Instruction California Jazz Conservatory (CJC)
Dean MuenchDirector of Operations
Rob EwingDirector, Jazzschool Community Music School
Laurie AntonioliChair, CJC Vocal ProgramDirector, Jazzschool Community Music School Vocal Program
Erik JekabsonDirector, Jazzschool Young Musicians Program
Joshua BirchDirector of AdministrationRegistrar and Custodian of Records California Jazz Conservatory
Jesse RimlerProgram and Events Coordinator
Mary D’OraziDevelopment Associate
Herman Bosset, Seth Honig,
Aaron Hipschman, Eli Goldlink,
Erika Oba, Christian Sullivan
and Zachary Mondlick Operations Staff
Sheryl Lynn ThomasDigital Marketing Manager
Hollis AshbyCommunications Consultant
Lauren AdamsDevelopment Consultant
Bill AronBookkeeper
Lee BrenkmanSound Technician
Robert SoperPiano Technician
76 Call 510.845.5373
Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu
Jazzschool CMS Faculty
Trustees & StaffBOARD OF DIRECTORS
Susan Brand, Chairman
Tyler Johnston, Vice Chairman
Richard A. Lyons, Secretary
Sy Grossman, Assistant Secretary
Neil Rudolph, Treasurer
Clifford Brown, Jr.
Charles Charnas
James Ellis
Jerry Fiddler
Rita Hargrave
Bertram Lubin
Ernie Mieger
Susan Muscarella
Gregg Perloff
Jim Reynolds
M. David Sherrill
Kevin Whitman
Michael Yovino-Young
Michael Zaninovich
DIRECTORS EMERITUS
Denny Abrams
Sherie Friedlander
Vaughan Johnson
James J. Keefe
Larry Marcus
Amy Orton
John Papini
Walter Riley
Danny Scher
ADVISORY BOARD
Tom Carr
Carole Davis
Paula Forney
Benny Green
Charles Hamilton
Richard Hindman
Stacey Hoffman
Mark Levine
Jason Olaine
Patricia Phillips
David Ring
Jayne Sanchez
Chuck Sher
Merrilee Trost
Wayne Wallace
Peter Williams
susan muscarella, erik jekabson, laurie antonioli, rob ewing
PROGRAM & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Susan MuscarellaPresident and Dean of Instruction California Jazz Conservatory (CJC)
Dean MuenchDirector of Operations
Rob EwingDirector, Jazzschool Community Music School
Laurie AntonioliChair, CJC Vocal ProgramDirector, Jazzschool Community Music School Vocal Program
Erik JekabsonDirector, Jazzschool Young Musicians Program
Joshua BirchDirector of AdministrationRegistrar and Custodian of Records California Jazz Conservatory
Jesse RimlerProgram and Events Coordinator
Mary D’OraziDevelopment Associate
Herman Bosset, Seth Honig,
Aaron Hipschman, Eli Goldlink,
Erika Oba, Christian Sullivan
and Zachary Mondlick Operations Staff
Sheryl Lynn ThomasDigital Marketing Manager
Hollis AshbyCommunications Consultant
Lauren AdamsDevelopment Consultant
Bill AronBookkeeper
Lee BrenkmanSound Technician
Robert SoperPiano Technician
76 Call 510.845.5373
Instructions and ApplicationTo enroll in the JCMS Spring
Quarter, please read these
important instructions!
For courses that don’t require an audition or consultation, sign up online
at cjc.edu or complete the application
on page 79 and submit it along with full
tuition. Students may register online,
by phone (510.845.5373), mail, fax
(510.841.5373) or in person. Enrollment
is on a first-come, first-served basis
and cannot be guaranteed without full payment. Students applying for
courses that are full may be placed
on a waiting list. The JCMS accepts
checks (made payable to California
Jazz Conservatory), cash, VISA,
MasterCard or Discover. Payment
plans are available.
To register in courses requiring a consultation or audition please
call the JCMS at 510.845.5373 for
assistance with placement.
PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLESAdmission is based on a confidential,
friendly 20-minute placement audition
to determine where students are best
suited to play or sing. Placement auditions
address students’ overall musicality,
technical ability, stylistic preference(s)
and availability.
Please fill out the online
ensemble application form
at cjc.edu/ensemble or call
the Jazzschool to schedule
an appointment (510.845.5373).
Please note: With the exception of the
fall quarter, students previously enrolled
in a performance ensemble have the
option of re-enrolling in that same course
again on a consecutive quarterly basis
within the academic year without having
to re-audition. New students wishing to
enroll in a performance ensemble in
winter, spring and/or summer quarters
must schedule a placement audition
or telephone consultation and will be
accepted on a parts-available basis.
JCMS FACULTY AND COURSE SCHEDULESGiven prestigious national and interna-
tional performance and/or lecture
opportunities that arise, Jazzschool
faculty, course offerings and/or class
schedules may be subject to change.
The Jazzschool makes every effort to
provide its students with the optimal
educational experience possible under
these or any other circumstances at
all times.
REFUND POLICYCourse and ensemble tuition includes a
$50 non-refundable deposit. Requests to
drop must be received in writing within 48
hours of the first class meeting to qualify
for a refund; please visit the main office or
e-mail [email protected] to request a refund.
Refunds for remaining tuition are not
possible after the 48-hour drop deadline.
$100 per week of camp and intensive
tuition is non-refundable; the remainder
is refundable only until 30 days prior
to the start of the program. Tuition for
workshops is non-refundable. No excep-
tions please! Please note: Refunds may
take up to 30 days to process. Please visit
cjc.edu/policies for more information.
78 Enroll online at cjc.edu or call 510.845.5373
Please read instructions on facing page before completing application form.
Name (print) ____________________________ ____________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________________________ Street City/State Zip
Home phone ( ___ ) _____________________ Work phone ( ____ ) ______________________
Cell phone ( ___ ) ________________________ Email __________________________________
Instrumentalist — list instrument(s) played and years studied/performed:
_____________________( ) _____________________( ) _________________________( )
Vocalist — years studied/performed: ____ new student ____ returning student
I will enroll in (list by class title; see class listings):
1. _____________________________________ 2. _____________________________________
3. _____________________________________ 4. ______________________________________
How did you hear about the Jazzschool? _____________________________________________
For courses requiring audition or consultations, please call the Jazzschool prior to submitting your application at 510.845.5373
Please enclose full tuition for all courses. Note: Enrollment cannot be guaranteed without full payment.
Charge my tuition to: ____ VISA ____ MasterCard ____ Discover
Card #_____________________________________________________ Exp. date _____________
3-digit security code ___________
Signature of cardholder ____________________________________________________________
Name as It appears on card _________________________________________________________
San Pablo Ave
Fulton
Ashby
College Ave
580
W
SN
E
Telegraph Ave
BART
Sacramento
Channing
Durant
Allston
Center
Addison P
24
Bancroft
Kittredge
UC Campus
580/80
University Avenue
2087
CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORY: 2087 ADDISON ST. (ENTRANCE JUST WEST OF SHATTUCK)
Shattuck Ave
79
Instructions and ApplicationTo enroll in the JCMS Spring
Quarter, please read these
important instructions!
For courses that don’t require an audition or consultation, sign up online
at cjc.edu or complete the application
on page 79 and submit it along with full
tuition. Students may register online,
by phone (510.845.5373), mail, fax
(510.841.5373) or in person. Enrollment
is on a first-come, first-served basis
and cannot be guaranteed without full payment. Students applying for
courses that are full may be placed
on a waiting list. The JCMS accepts
checks (made payable to California
Jazz Conservatory), cash, VISA,
MasterCard or Discover. Payment
plans are available.
To register in courses requiring a consultation or audition please
call the JCMS at 510.845.5373 for
assistance with placement.
PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLESAdmission is based on a confidential,
friendly 20-minute placement audition
to determine where students are best
suited to play or sing. Placement auditions
address students’ overall musicality,
technical ability, stylistic preference(s)
and availability.
Please fill out the online
ensemble application form
at cjc.edu/ensemble or call
the Jazzschool to schedule
an appointment (510.845.5373).
Please note: With the exception of the
fall quarter, students previously enrolled
in a performance ensemble have the
option of re-enrolling in that same course
again on a consecutive quarterly basis
within the academic year without having
to re-audition. New students wishing to
enroll in a performance ensemble in
winter, spring and/or summer quarters
must schedule a placement audition
or telephone consultation and will be
accepted on a parts-available basis.
JCMS FACULTY AND COURSE SCHEDULESGiven prestigious national and interna-
tional performance and/or lecture
opportunities that arise, Jazzschool
faculty, course offerings and/or class
schedules may be subject to change.
The Jazzschool makes every effort to
provide its students with the optimal
educational experience possible under
these or any other circumstances at
all times.
REFUND POLICYCourse and ensemble tuition includes a
$50 non-refundable deposit. Requests to
drop must be received in writing within 48
hours of the first class meeting to qualify
for a refund; please visit the main office or
e-mail [email protected] to request a refund.
Refunds for remaining tuition are not
possible after the 48-hour drop deadline.
$100 per week of camp and intensive
tuition is non-refundable; the remainder
is refundable only until 30 days prior
to the start of the program. Tuition for
workshops is non-refundable. No excep-
tions please! Please note: Refunds may
take up to 30 days to process. Please visit
cjc.edu/policies for more information.
78 Enroll online at cjc.edu or call 510.845.5373
Please read instructions on facing page before completing application form.
Name (print) ____________________________ ____________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________________________ Street City/State Zip
Home phone ( ___ ) _____________________ Work phone ( ____ ) ______________________
Cell phone ( ___ ) ________________________ Email __________________________________
Instrumentalist — list instrument(s) played and years studied/performed:
_____________________( ) _____________________( ) _________________________( )
Vocalist — years studied/performed: ____ new student ____ returning student
I will enroll in (list by class title; see class listings):
1. _____________________________________ 2. _____________________________________
3. _____________________________________ 4. ______________________________________
How did you hear about the Jazzschool? _____________________________________________
For courses requiring audition or consultations, please call the Jazzschool prior to submitting your application at 510.845.5373
Please enclose full tuition for all courses. Note: Enrollment cannot be guaranteed without full payment.
Charge my tuition to: ____ VISA ____ MasterCard ____ Discover
Card #_____________________________________________________ Exp. date _____________
3-digit security code ___________
Signature of cardholder ____________________________________________________________
Name as It appears on card _________________________________________________________
San Pablo Ave
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CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORY: 2087 ADDISON ST. (ENTRANCE JUST WEST OF SHATTUCK)
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CJC Bookstore
A unique collection of offerings for. . .
musicians students teachers collectors
510.845.5373 ext. 1 1bookstore @ cjc.edu
REAL BOOKS Sher New Real Book, Volume 1, 2, 3Sher Real Easy Book, Volume 1, 2, 3Real Book, Volume 1, 2, 3 Vocal Real Book, Volume 1 and 2Standards Real BookLatin Real BookBest of Sher Music Real BooksAll-Jazz Real Book“Mini” and CD-ROM Real Books
JAZZ EDUCATION & METHODSJazz Piano Book, Mark LevineGraduated Soloing, Mimi FoxThe Evolving Bassist, Rufus ReidThree Note Voicings, Randy VincentPlay-A-Longs, Jamey Aebersold
THEORY & IMPROVISATION TEXTS
SCALES, PATTERNS & EXERCISES
BOOKS — RARE, FIRST EDITIONSMusic is My Mistress, Duke EllingtonTonight at Noon, Sue Graham MingusGood Morning Blues, Count BasieBird Lives!, Ross Russell
BOOKS — NEW & USEDThe Jazz Ear, Ben Ratliff Lush Life, David HajduMoving to Higher Ground, Wynton MarsalisThelonious Monk, Robin D. G. Kelley
POETRY, HISTORY & CRITICISM
CDs & DVDsBay Area Jazz Archives SeriesLarge selection of Fantasy, Riverside, Prestige — new and old stockFaculty, clinicians, and local artists
PHOTOGRAPHY & FINE ART
Mark LevineHal CrookDan Haerle
David BakerJoseph Viola Bill Dobbins
Jerry CokerDavid Liebman
Oliver NelsonNicolas Slonimsky
Al YoungIshmael ReedWhitney BalliettAshley Kahn
Leonard FeatherGary GiddinsEileen Southern
James KnoxLee Tanner
Jim StipovichDavid Belove
Oakland’s jazz listening room & art gallery
2147 Broadway @ 22nd St510.496.4180
More info & calendar of showswww.soundroom.org
The Sound Room is not your average jazz club. It is the home of Bay Area Jazz & Arts, Inc, a 501.c.3 non-profit organization. It is a music & art program by & for people who love music, especially Jazz presented in an intimate listening room. facebook: welcometothesoundroom
CJC Bookstore
A unique collection of offerings for. . .
musicians students teachers collectors
510.845.5373 ext. 1 1bookstore @ cjc.edu
REAL BOOKS Sher New Real Book, Volume 1, 2, 3Sher Real Easy Book, Volume 1, 2, 3Real Book, Volume 1, 2, 3 Vocal Real Book, Volume 1 and 2Standards Real BookLatin Real BookBest of Sher Music Real BooksAll-Jazz Real Book“Mini” and CD-ROM Real Books
JAZZ EDUCATION & METHODSJazz Piano Book, Mark LevineGraduated Soloing, Mimi FoxThe Evolving Bassist, Rufus ReidThree Note Voicings, Randy VincentPlay-A-Longs, Jamey Aebersold
THEORY & IMPROVISATION TEXTS
SCALES, PATTERNS & EXERCISES
BOOKS — RARE, FIRST EDITIONSMusic is My Mistress, Duke EllingtonTonight at Noon, Sue Graham MingusGood Morning Blues, Count BasieBird Lives!, Ross Russell
BOOKS — NEW & USEDThe Jazz Ear, Ben Ratliff Lush Life, David HajduMoving to Higher Ground, Wynton MarsalisThelonious Monk, Robin D. G. Kelley
POETRY, HISTORY & CRITICISM
CDs & DVDsBay Area Jazz Archives SeriesLarge selection of Fantasy, Riverside, Prestige — new and old stockFaculty, clinicians, and local artists
PHOTOGRAPHY & FINE ART
Mark LevineHal CrookDan Haerle
David BakerJoseph Viola Bill Dobbins
Jerry CokerDavid Liebman
Oliver NelsonNicolas Slonimsky
Al YoungIshmael ReedWhitney BalliettAshley Kahn
Leonard FeatherGary GiddinsEileen Southern
James KnoxLee Tanner
Jim StipovichDavid Belove
Oakland’s jazz listening room & art gallery
2147 Broadway @ 22nd St510.496.4180
More info & calendar of showswww.soundroom.org
The Sound Room is not your average jazz club. It is the home of Bay Area Jazz & Arts, Inc, a 501.c.3 non-profit organization. It is a music & art program by & for people who love music, especially Jazz presented in an intimate listening room. facebook: welcometothesoundroom
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