Community Bulletin Board
Workshops on Friday and Saturday — In a rare opportunity, young vocal artists will be mentored by celebrated jazz performer and teacher, Kate Baker. Singers will learn to perform standards in the Jazz idiom, to phrase, and to begin improvising. Instrumentalists, under the direction of seasoned educator and guitarist/musician Vic Juris, will play in a jazz ensemble, improvise, and begin to master the art of swing.
Faculty Jam and Concert on Saturday – Jazz masters will demonstrate the art of Swing, the beauty of a ballad, the rhythm of a Bossa Nova.
During the jam, students are encouraged to ask questions and to play side by side with Jazz Greats. An unforgettable experience.
The Jazz Workshop/Master Class nurtures and enlivens the connection to jazz music for participants through one on one work, as well as performance under the supervision of recognized masters. The “ Great American Composers” Concert fosters live jazz as an art form and enriches the greater community with an evening of world class performance experienced in an intimate setting.
Meals and beverages will be provided on both days. Events are free and open to the public. Please participate as a performer or audience member – all are welcome.
For reservations please contact
Mirra Bank @ 212-724-1686 or Kate Baker @ 973-766-2589
