Jazzschool Fall 2016 Catalog by Sheryl Lynn Thomas

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Having outgrown its Addison Street home, the CJC is expanding directly across the street, adding 5,550 square feet of classroom, practice room, performance, café, and office space to its Berkeley Arts District campus. Our new, 100-seat performance space, Rendon Hall (named in honor of the project’s lead sponsor, longtime CJC student Kathi Rendon) will be modeled after Minton’s Playhouse, the renowned Harlem nightclub that fostered the development of jazz (and where Thelonious Monk was the first house pianist).

‘Round Midnight Campaign for Expansion

Your investment in the future of jazz and in our $1.2 million campaign for the new facility will be honored with your name on a note in a sculptural representation of Monk’s revered composition, ‘Round Midnight, which provides the inspiration for our campaign. This permanent installation, to be created by Eclipse Design, will greet students and audiences on the east wall of Rendon Hall.

FOR DETAILS, VISIT cjc.edu/round-midnight OR CONTACT Susan Muscarella susan@cjc.edu (510) 845-5373 ext. 12

Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Overview Support Jazzschool Community Music School Introductions & Calendar

YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAM 2 4 6 8

Introduction & Calendar General Information Placement & Auditions Instrumental Ensembles Vocal Courses

4 1 42 43 44 46

ADULT PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES Jazz Latin Brazilian, Pop Blues, World

WORKSHOPS

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Theory & Improv Brazilian Performance Skills Music Business Piano Drums & Percussion Saxophone Guitar

ADULT INSTRUMENTAL COURSES Piano & Keyboards Guitar Harmonica Bass Drums & Percussion Faculty Profile: Dave Len Scott

16 18 20 21 22 25

CONCERTS Fall Concert Series

THEORY, IMPROVISATION & COMPOSITION Theory & Improvisation Composition

FACULTY Jazzschool CMS Faculty 24 24

GIFTS, GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS Individual Gifts Foundations & Corporate Gifts Scholarships & Gifts In-Kind

ADULT VOCAL COURSES Introduction & Calendar Performance Faculty Profile: Sandy Cressman Technique & Musicianship Composition Young Singers Vocal Mentor Program Vocal Workshops

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BOARD, STAFF & ENROLLMENT Jazzschool Trustees & Staff Instructions & Application

FALL 2016 CATALOG PRODUCTION Design

Poulson Gluck Design

Photo research

Sheryl Lynn Thomas

Writing & editing

Rob Ewing, Laurie Antonioli

Printing

FolgerGraphics

Photography

Lincoln Adler, Stefan Hack, Akida Thomas and others

Cover

Jesse Rimler, illustration

Note: Course, workshop and concert schedules subject to change. Please visit cjc.edu for the most current information.

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Overview The California Jazz Conservatory is an innovative nonprofit organization 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 multifaceted institution, the CJC comprises several key components:

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CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORY The California Jazz Conservatory is a music school offering the aspiring professional a comprehensive 4-year degree program culminating in the Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies. The CJC provides a challenging curriculum of performance, jazz theory and improvisation, ear training, composition, arranging, transcription and analysis, and music history courses, taught by professional artists and educators. Coursework also includes music business, music technology and financial planning, thoroughly preparing students for a fulfilling career in the performing arts.

JAZZSCHOOL COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL (JCMS) The JCMS provides music education and performance opportunities for people of all ages and levels of ability. Consisting of the JCMS Adult Music Program and the JCMS Young Musicians Program, the JCMS operates year-round on a quarterly basis and offers over 100 ensembles, courses and workshops to build all aspects of musicianship. Students are routinely featured in concert performances, open to the public. With a formidable faculty of renowned musicians and educators, the JCMS is a cornerstone of the Bay Area’s thriving music scene.

JCMS ADULT MUSIC PROGRAM The Jazzschool Adult Music Program offers life-enriching opportunities to learn about and play jazz and related styles of music from throughout the world. Courses are available for both instrumentalists and vocalists, and everyone from young adult to senior citizen is welcome. Instruction and performances occur primarily in late afternoons, evenings and on weekends, making the program easily accessible to the working professional.

JCMS YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAM The Jazzschool Young Musicians Program offers middle and high school students of all skill levels a wide variety of combos, big bands and vocal performance courses throughout the entire year, as well as camps during the summer. Select ensembles participate in national competitions, and Jazzschool bands have routinely taken top awards from DownBeat, the Monterey Next Generation Jazz Festival and others.

WORKSHOPS Visiting artists and Jazzschool faculty lead fascinating and practical workshops, typically a single session of two or three hours in length and held on Saturdays and Sundays. Content may focus on any specific aspect of jazz theory or performance, such as playing in odd time signatures or the art of vocal improvisation. Past workshops have been taught by prominent musicians from Bobby McFerrin to Dave Liebman, Janis Siegel, Peter Erskine, Sheila Jordan, Nguyên Lê and others.

CONCERTS The CJC facility includes an intimate venue with seating capacity of 100. Throughout the year, faculty and students perform for the public, providing a realworld incubator for developing new concepts and gaining audience exposure in the competitive Bay Area environment. High-profile artists have performed at the school, including Terence Blanchard, Art Lande, Kim Nalley, Taylor Eigsti, Sachal Vasandani and many more.

JAZZCAFFÈ Located within the CJC facility, the Jazzcaffè serves up delectable fare for students and visitors to enjoy a convenient bite to eat. A changing menu features house-made soups, salads and sandwiches, as well as beer, wine, espresso and desserts. Drop by for a great meal to match the great music!

TRANSPORTATION CJC BOOKSTORE The CJC’s in-house retail store is a treasure trove of jazz-related reading and listening materials. It provides students, teachers and the public with convenient access to extraordinary books, recordings, videos and accessories.

The CJC is easily accessible by car and public transportation. The downtown Berkeley BART station and AC Transit bus stops are within a block. There is a public parking garage just a few steps away on Addison, in addition to metered street parking throughout the neighborhood.

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Support the CJC!

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the California Jazz Conservatory is a unique nonprofit institution, bringing joy and inspiration 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.

• The California Jazz Conservatory’s (CJC) four-year degree program is designed to train the aspiring professional jazz musician. The CJC proudly graduated its first class with the Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies in 2012. Our campus will expand to a nearby location in fall of 2016 to help accommodate our growing programs’ student bodies. We are working steadily to build our reputation as one of the country’s top music schools.

• DownBeat magazine and the Monterey Next Generation Jazz Festival routinely recognize the ensembles in our Jazzschool Young Musicians Program (JYMP). National competitions provide gifted students with the opportunity to perform in adjudicated situations, encouraging further musical development and bolstering confidence.

• The Jazzschool Community Music School (JCMS) provides adults of all ages and skill levels a dynamic learning environment and exciting performance opportunities. Classes are mostly in the evenings and weekends, allowing a greater number of working adults a chance to pursue their love of music

outside of their day-to-day routines. Students frequently remind us how important the school is to them, providing enrichment and joy.

• Workshops, led by visiting artists and CJC faculty, allow for intensive, short-term focus on specific aspects of music theory and performance. Only the CJC offers a year-round schedule and such an array of learning options.

• Hardymon Hall, the CJC’s intimate concert venue, holds year-round, high-caliber performances by guest artists, faculty members and students, at affordable prices. Support for the CJC comes in many forms and is much needed and appreciated. Financial support helps us defray day-to-day expenses, keep fees down, offer scholarships and more. In-kind gifts and volunteerism are other ways to give. For more information on how to support the CJC, or to make a tax-deductible gift, visit www.cjc.edu and click on the “Support” tab. Or, contact Mary D’Orazi, Development Associate, at mary@cjc.edu and 510.845-5373, ext. 19. (We acknowledge our donors in our quarterly JCMS catalogs and on our website. Current donors are on pages 70 to 75.)

Jazzschool Community Music School 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 Ensembles JCMS performance ensembles delve into a wide range of styles including jazz (standards, hard-bop, post-bop, fusion), Latin jazz, Brazilian, blues, R&B, funk, pop and Balkan (eastern European). Ensembles are available for instrumentalists and vocalists at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Groups range in size from the trio to the big band. A placement audition is required.

Instrumental Courses JCMS instrumental courses provide study of a specific instrument in a group setting. Courses are available for saxophone, harmonica, piano/keyboard, guitar, bass and drums/percussion. Instruction is available for beginners (covering basic technique and instrumental skills) and also for more advanced players (focused on jazz style, harmony, improvisation and more). Theory, Improvisation and Composition The JCMS offers many courses in areas including theory, improvisation, ear training, composition and arranging, music production, music business and more. Vocal Courses JCMS vocal courses provide an opportunity for singers at all levels to improve style and technique in a group setting. Performance courses are offered in jazz, Latin, blues, R&B and pop genres. Complete beginners, singers returning to music, and more advanced vocalists can all find courses appropriate for their interests.

Jazzschool Young Musicians Program The JYMP offers a range of courses for middle and high school students. JYMP ensembles are available for beginning, intermediate and advanced instrumentalists. The program includes small groups focused on improvisation and big bands that delve into style and repertoire. Vocal performances courses are also available. JYMP ensembles have repeatedly taken DownBeat student music awards and been honored at prestigious jazz festivals in the US and abroad. A placement audition is required. Workshops JCMS workshops provide intensive instruction in a single two- or three-hour session. Led by visiting artists and JCMS faculty, workshops typically focus on a specific aspect of jazz, such as music transcription techniques or the art of vocal accompaniment. Prominent musicians including Richie Beirach, Gretchen Parlato, Taylor Eigsti, Mike Clark and others have taught past workshops.

Faculty A distinguished faculty of professional musicians and educators leads JCMS courses and workshops. Our educators have played with some of the music worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest names, including Sting, Pat Metheny, Joe Henderson, Ray Charles, Dave Liebman, Carlos Santana, McCoy Tyner, Pete Escovedo, Diana Krall, Eddie Palmieri, Herbie Hancock, Branford Marsalis, Joey DeFrancesco, Bobby Hutcherson, John Mayer, Stevie Wonder and countless others. Enrollment JCMS class size is limited and many courses are available on a first-come- first-served basis. We encourage you to register early and guarantee your spot! You can enroll online at cjc.edu or call 510.845.5373. An application form also appears on page 79.

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Introduction & Calendar Message from the President Dear JCMS Students, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Jazzschool Fall 2016 quarter! Along with the myriad of interesting Jazzschool courses and workshops scheduled this term, the California Jazz Conservatory (CJC) offers a 4-year Bachelor of Music degree program in Jazz Studies for those of you who are aspiring professionals seeking to complete a music degree, or just wishing to expand your musical horizons on a part-time basis. The CJC is now the only independent, accredited music conservatory devoted to the study and performance of jazz and related styles of music in the country. If you’re interested in knowing more about the Jazz Studies degree program, please visit our website at cjc. edu or email me at susan @ cjc. edu for more information. The CJC accepts students on either a full- or part-time basis in both fall and spring semesters. Applications are available online. Here’s wishing you all a wonderful Fall quarter! Yours in jazz,

Susan Muscarella President and Dean of Instruction, California Jazz Conservatory

FALL 2016 CALENDAR Jazzschool Community Music School Fall Quarter September 19 – December 4 (10 weeks) Ensemble Placement Auditions: Ongoing! To apply: cjc.edu/ensemble School Closure: Thanksgiving Week , November 21 – 27 Fall Performance Series: December 5 – 15

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Greetings! Thank for taking the time to learn about the programs offered here at the Jazzschool Community Music School, the community education component of the California Jazz Conservatory. As we move into the Fall 2016 quarter, I’m pleased to share this overview of the courses and workshops we have available this term. Beginning with our ensemble program, we have jazz ensembles ranging from two sections of beginning jazz ensemble, several sections of jazz standards for gigs, and everything from hard bop to post bop, Brazilian, Caribbean, blues, pop and specialized jazz ensembles focusing on the music of iconic innovators Freddie Hubbard and Eric Dolphy. Moving on to our instrumental courses, we’re offering group classes in piano, guitar, drums, percussion, bass and harmonica. Each area offers courses for beginners and more experienced players. Courses are also offered in music theory, improvisation and composition. Numerous courses are also offered specifically for vocalists (see p. 26) and for middle school and high school musicians in our young musicians program (see p. 41) We also have a number of very special one day or short term workshops this fall including events with legendary drummer Albert “Tootie” Heath, keyboardist Russell Ferrante of the Yellowjackets, Joel Harrison and Spirit House, featuring Brian Blade, and many more. Please read on for all of the details, and don’t hesitate to contact the school with any questions you may have about the programs available this fall.

Rob Ewing Director, Jazzschool Community Music School rob @ cjc.edu

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Adult Performance Ensembles The 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 rob@cjc.edu or 510.845.5373 x1 4. You can schedule an audition online at cjc.edu/ensemble.

Glenn Richman's Jazz Standards class is a great way to combine real jazz tunes and combo performance. His attention to detail and the great educator in him allows all performers to blend and make fantastic music! — Rafael Rodriguez

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JAZZ BEGINNING JAZZ ENSEMBLE Put theory into practice by learning jazz standards, while developing improvisation and ensemble skills. For all instruments. Prerequisites: knowledge of basic jazz theory and ability to keep time and read music. Section I: Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Steve Erquiaga • $395 Section II: Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Rob Ewing • $395

JAZZ STANDARDS FOR GIGS Develop the skills and repertoire needed for typical jazz gigs through the study and performance of common jazz styles including swing, bossa, jazz waltz and ballads. Instructor covers repertoire, essential arranging concepts (intros, endings, etc.), relevant jazz harmony and tips for soloing. Prerequisites: knowledge of basic jazz theory and ability to keep time and read music. Some previous ensemble experience. Section I: Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Section II: Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am Section III: Saturdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm Section IV: Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Glenn Richman • $395

DAVE SCOTT JAZZ ENSEMBLE

MUSIC OF THE MASTERS

A small jazz ensemble (rhythm section and horns) focusing on standards and jazz tunes with custom arrangements by the instructor.

Dig into the music of John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Wayne Shorter and other jazz masters. Learn and internalize a variety of essential grooves while developing improvisation skills through the rehearsal of challenging repertoire.

Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Dave Len Scott • $395

HARD-BOP ENSEMBLE Study and perform music melding bebop with R&B, gospel and the blues as developed by mid-century masters including Horace Silver, Art Blakey, Cannonball Adderley, Miles Davis, Jimmy Smith and others. Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Dave Le Febvre • $395

Section I: Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Section II: Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Glenn Richman • $395

POST-BOP ENSEMBLE Explore the repertoire of Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter, John Coltrane and other post-bop jazz composers from the 1960s to the present. Strong emphasis placed on group communication and interaction. Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Steve Erquiaga • $395

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Adult Performance Ensembles

FREDDIE HUBBARD ENSEMBLE

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A challenging ensemble focusing on the postbop repertoire of the innovative and influential trumpeter and composer Freddie Hubbard. Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Frank Martin • $395

FREE JAZZ ENSEMBLE: new THE MUSIC OF ERIC DOLPHY The Free Jazz Ensemble is designed for improvising musicians interested in stretching the boundaries of harmony and form. Each quarter the ensemble will focus on the music of a particular master musician. This fall, we will focus on the music of saxophonist and composer Eric Dolphy. Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Jason Levis • $395

ERQUIAGA ENSEMBLE I Work on improvising over chord changes, playing with good time and other skills needed to perform with others. Emphasis on standard mainstream styles: blues, standards, swing, bebop, ballads and bossa novas.

MILES DAVIS/WAYNE SHORTER ENSEMBLE Explore the music of Miles Davis and Wayne Shorter from the mid 60s through the 80s. Repertoire is drawn from farreaching classic albums including Miles Smiles, ESP, Filles de Kilimanjaro, Speak No Evil, Bitches Brew, In a Silent Way, Native Dancer and Jack Johnson. Strong emphasis placed on group communication and interaction. Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Steve Erquiaga • $395

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Tuesdays 4:30 – 6 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Steve Erquiaga • $395

ERQUIAGA ENSEMBLE II Slightly faster tempos and more involved tunes! Unusual keys, uncommon tune structures and more complex melodies are presented along with standard repertoire. Music of Miles Davis, Jobim, Art Blakey, Cal Tjader and many 60s Blue Note–era artists. Original compositions encouraged. Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Steve Erquiaga • $395

Adult Performance Ensembles

PIANO TRIO Develop performance skills in the piano, bass and drums trio format. Open to four pianists and one drummer with accompaniment provided by a professional upright bassist. Section I: Mondays 5 – 6:30 pm Section II: Mondays 6:45 – 8:15 pm Section III: Mondays 8:30 – 10 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Peter Horvath • $425 Section IV: Fridays 1:30 – 3 pm Section V: Fridays 3:30 – 5 pm 9/23 – 12/2 (10 weeks) no class 11/25 Debbie Poryes • $425

Debbie Poryes is such a

gifted player and teacher. Her passion is contagious. — Anonymous

GUITAR TRIO Focus on group interaction and dynamics, soloing, comping for bass solos, trading with a drummer, building repertoire and more in the guitar, bass and drums trio format. Open to five guitarists, one bassist and one drummer. Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Steve Erquiaga • $395

BIG BAND 19-piece ensemble covering classic and contemporary repertoire for big band. Original compositions by ensemble members are also workshopped and performed. Full 3-quarter commitment required (fall, winter, spring). Thursdays 8:15 – 10:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Dave Le Febvre • $285

LATIN SALSA ENSEMBLE I Rehearse and perform classic salsa repertoire including the music of Tito Puente, Cal Tjader, Eddie Palmieri and others. Prerequisites: familiarity with and ability to play standard Afro-Caribbean grooves as applied to your instrument. Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 David Belove • $395

SALSA ENSEMBLE II Rehearse and perform more advanced salsa repertoire. Vocalists interested in participating should sign up for Salsa Singing (see p. 31). The two courses work together throughout the term developing a full set of high energy dance music for performance. Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 David Belove • $395

VENEZUELAN MUSIC ENSEMBLE 360

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Explore traditional and contemporary Venezuelan music styles, with a particular focus on Afro-Venezuelan repertoire. Exciting rhythms including Calypso, Joropo and Golpe de Tambor will be covered. The ensemble will culminate in a performance at the Jazzschool in Hardymon Hall! Open to all instruments: percussion (congas, hand percussion), Venezuelan cuatros, vocals, woodwind and brass instruments, piano, bass, and drumset. Highly recommended for students who have taken the Afro- Venezuelan percussion and Venezuelan cuatro classes with Jackie Rago in the past. Prerequisites: Intermediate to advanced players with the ability to play standard grooves as applied to your instrument. Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Jackie Rago • $395

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Adult Performance Ensembles

BRAZILIAN

POP

BRAZILIAN ENSEMBLE

POP ENSEMBLE FOR GIGGING MUSICIANS

Study and perform the classic and contemporary Brazilian jazz repertoire of Ivan Lins, Dori Caymmi, Toninho Horta, Antonio Carlos Jobim and instructor Marcos Silva. Vocalists welcome! Audition with Marcos Silva is required. Section I: Tuesdays 6:15 – 7:45 pm Section II: Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Section III: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm Section IV: Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Section V: Thursdays 1 – 2:30 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Section VI: Fridays 12 – 1:30 pm 9/23 – 12/2 (10 weeks) no class 11/25

An overview of essential tunes for today’s dance gigs. Ranging from classic songs by Stevie Wonder, Al Green and Aretha Franklin to contemporary party hits by Daft Punk, Pharrell, Katy Perry and others. Rhythm section players learn to navigate real-world gig scenarios such as learning tunes by ear and working with lyric sheets. All tunes have complete horn arrangements and lots of solo space for everyone! Open to alto, tenor and baritone saxophones, trumpet, trombone, piano, keyboards, guitar, bass, drums, percussion and up to four vocalists. Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Rich Armstrong • $395

Marcos Silva • $395

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Marcos Silva could play and demonstrate what was needed on EVERY instrument in the ensemble. It was challenging but worth it. — Nick Koutsoukis

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Adult Performance Ensembles

WORLD BALKAN AND ROMANI (GYPSY) ENSEMBLE Explore Balkan and Romani music traditions popularized by Bulgaria’s Ivo Papasov, Turkey’s Burhan Öçal and Serbia’s Boban Markovi´ c and Goran Bregovi´ c. All instruments welcome. Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Rumen Shopov • $395

WORLD GROOVE ENSEMBLE: CARIBBEAN ENSEMBLE The Caribbean Ensemble features the irresistibly deep grooves of Trinidad, Jamaica, and other islands of the West Indies. Styles may include calypso, soca, reggae, ska, zouk, biguine, and more by artists such as Lord Kitchener, Calypso Rose, The Skatalites, Bob Marley, Malavoi, Kassav, and others. Open to all horns and winds, vocals, drums, percussion, bass, guitar, steel drum, violin, and keyboards. This ensemble is one of three consecutive courses comprising the World Groove Ensemble; students may enroll in any one or all three. Prerequisites: intermediate instrumental proficiency, ability to read charts and notation.

BLUES BLUES AND GROOVE ENSEMBLE Learn to play the blues and blues-related styles. Emphasis on the groove as found on recordings of Charlie Christian, T-Bone Walker, Albert Collins, Jack McDuff, Louis Jordan and other “jump” blues and New Orleans masters. Prerequisite: knowledge of 12-bar blues. Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Danny Caron & Anthony Paule • $395

Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Jennifer Jolly • $395

I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was my first time playing with a bassist and drummer and it was a wonderful learning experience for me. — Anonymous

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Adult Instrumental Courses

PIANO & KEYBOARDS PIANO I

PIANO II

Do you wish you had learned to play the piano when you were a kid? Wish no more! It’s not too late! Sign up for Piano I and learn to decipher musical notation, play a scale, perform a piece of music, play duets, find out about musical forms and keys, read a jazz chart, and play ensemble music with fellow students. Start on a path that leads to Bach, Mozart, Chopin, Ellington, Evans and beyond. No experience necessary. Concurrent enrollment in the Introduction to Music Theory course is suggested. Required texts: Mastering Piano Method 1A, Mastering Theory 1A, Janet Vogt (available at the CJC Bookstore).

This course will get your chops up and running by presenting music that demands and rewards your abilities. Piano II picks up wherever you left off in your keyboard pursuits and challenges you to go farther in any direction you desire. Ensemble and solo music is chosen for your own level and ability on the piano. This class presents individual guidance as well as group performance opportunities. Required text: Bastien Piano for Adults II (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: Piano I or equivalent.

Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Katherine Westine • $395

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Saturdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Katherine Westine • $395

Adult Instrumental Courses

APPLIED KEYBOARD HARMONY

LEFTY — THE LEFT HAND

Learn tonic-dominant chord progressions, basic turnarounds and chord inversions in all keys, developing the ability to play standard tunes using those basic progressions, in leadsheet format. Prepares students for the Jazz Piano I course and is recommended for pianists with a classical background interested in learning how to interpret leadsheets and improvise. Handouts provided. Prerequisite: basic keyboard knowledge.

Develop jazz piano techniques for the left hand. Work on tertian (3rds), quartal (4ths) and quintal (5ths) voicings; blues and rhythm changes; and walking bass lines. Improvisation, ostinatos for soloing and some stride piano techniques are also covered. Right hands are welcome, but only as observers! Prerequisites: ability to play major, minor, and dominant 7th chords in all keys, knowledge of jazz harmony.

Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Jeanne Walpole • $395

Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Frank Martin • $395

JAZZ PIANO I

BLUES PIANO & new THE TOP TEN TUNES

Learn to play jazz standards and the 12-bar blues through the study of jazz chord voicings and improvisation techniques. Prerequisites: basic piano proficiency, knowledge of major scales, ability to play root-position major, minor, and dominant 7th chords in all keys, ability to read treble and bass clefs. Section I: Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Bob Karty • $395 Section II: Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Steve Blum • $395

JAZZ PIANO II A continuation of Jazz Piano I. Learn more advanced chord voicings and soloing techniques. Standard reharmonization techniques are also presented. 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.

This lively course offers a well-rounded introduction to blues piano through the study of the Top Ten Tunes every blues piano player needs to know. Bass lines, right-hand licks, intros and endings, 12- and 8-bar forms, improvisation, and accompaniment grooves are covered. Styles include early piano blues, Chicago, boogie-woogie, jump blues, jazz-blues, early rock ‘n’ roll, and a taste of New Orleans. Students each pick an artist to study in greater depth. Materials provided by instructor. Prerequisites: Basic proficiency in reading and playing hands together, familiarity with major and minor chords and with major scales. Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Jennifer Jolly • $395

You have a real gem in Jennifer Jolly!!!! — Brenda Paddon

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Adult Instrumental Courses

GUITAR BEGINNING GUITAR Develop a strong foundation in basic guitar skills. Learn the essentials, including tuning the guitar, finding notes and basic chords on the fretboard, proper hand positions, scale fingerings, simple songs, reading music and more! Instructor can also answer questions about equipment selection (guitars, strings, amps, picks, etc.). Required text: Modern Guitar Method Vol. One, Mel Bay (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: None, for complete beginners! Students must bring a guitar to class. Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Danny Caron & Anthony Paule • $395

JAZZ GUITAR I

LATIN AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN PIANO I

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This new hands-on course provides an introduction to the rich Latin American and Caribbean piano tradition. Students will play excerpts of classic early tunes by influential pianists and composers from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Trinidad, Brazil, Jamaica, Mexico, Argentina, and other countries. Styles include contradanza, danza, calypso, tango, waltz, maxixe, choro, and more. Students will expand their rhythmic skills and vocabulary while building a strong foundation for further study of Cuban, salsa, Caribbean, or Brazilian music. Prerequisites: Intermediate reading of standard keyboard notation. Materials provided by instructor. Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Jennifer Jolly • $395

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Gain hands-on experience playing jazz and blues while learning basic jazz theory, scales, chords, arpeggios and songs. This is a great course for guitarists with a background in another style interested in exploring jazz and blues style and repertoire while having fun playing. Required text: Graduated Soloing: The Mimi Fox Guitar Method by Mimi Fox (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: two years playing experience, knowledge of major and pentatonic scales and all seventh chords. Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Jeff Massanari • $395

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JAZZ GUITAR II A fun and fast paced continuation of the concepts explored in Jazz Guitar I. Dive into more complex harmonic and melodic concepts, scales and chord voicings. Lots of hands-on playing time for everyone and personal guidance. This course is designed for guitarists with some jazz playing experience looking to take their playing to the next level. Required text: Guitar Arpeggio Studies on Jazz Standards by Mimi Fox (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: Jazz Guitar I or equivalent; knowledge of scale and chord theory and some familiarity with jazz repertoire. Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Jeff Massanari • $395

BLUES AND SWING GUITAR Learn chord voicings, fingerboard harmony and single string soloing techniques. A variety of styles are covered, from the urban blues of B.B. King and Albert Collins to the more complex swing of Charlie Christian and Aaron “T-Bone” Walker. Dive into alternate chord cycles and rhythm playing. Work with transcriptions to develop strong melodic solos. 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 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Danny Caron & Anthony Paule • $395

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BRAZILIAN GUITAR Learn Brazilian music styles including samba, baião, bossa nova and choro, and the techniques used to play them. Primary focus is on learning repertoire, while developing the following areas: stylistically appropriate comping rhythms, chord melody playing, creating solo arrangements, right hand finger-style techniques and melodic soloing approaches. Prerequisites: ability to read music notation. Sundays 2 – 3:30 pm 9/25 – 12/4 (10 weeks) no class 11/27 Ricardo Peixoto • $395

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MUSIC THEORY AND FRETBOARD KNOWLEDGE FOR GUITAR

JAZZ GUITAR COMPING

Learn the basics of music theory as applied to guitar, developing familiarity with the fretboard through chord, scale and arpeggio practice. Topics include:

This hands-on course provides the intermediate to advanced guitarist with tools, concepts and techniques essential to creative and effective contemporary comping. Topics include:

• Overview of chord and scale types

• comping over straight-ahead, bebop,

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• Chord progressions commonly used in jazz and related styles • Comping patterns • Scale and arpeggio practice in various positions

• Reading charts and standard notation (treble clef)

• Transcribing music from recordings • Basics of melodic improvisation For students with some playing experience, knowledge and facility, but who have never seriously practiced or studied music theory or the guitar fretboard. Prerequisites: ability to play basic barre chords and some familiarity with playing scales. Students should bring a medium or heavy flat pick and be ready to learn how to use it! Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Danny Caron • $395

modal, funk/fusion, ballads, contemporary jazz, Brazilian and Afro-Cuban styles of music

• creative chord voicings — looking at the fingerboard and voicing chords in a more “pianistic” way; quartal harmony (clusters voiced in 4ths) in modal comping; the possibilities of dissonant intervals such as the minor 2nd; slash chords; tritone substitution; and upperregister chord voicings

• rhythmic anticipation and syncopation: the “right” places to put chords, in order to create “forward motion”; comping in 3/4, 6/8 and odd meters. Prerequisites: knowledge of chord/scale theory; ability to play major, dominant and minor seventh chords and the ii–V–I progression in all keys. Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Steve Erquiaga • $395

HARMONICA BEGINNING DIATONIC HARMONICA

Great environment for trying new things out — challenging but always supportive and fun. — Anonymous

Diatonic harmonica is the small harmonica used in blues, rock, folk and even jazz. Learn how to hold the instrument, breathe effectively, play chords and single notes and bend notes. Learn song forms such as 12-bar blues and 3-chord folk, rock and country tunes. Required text: Harmonica for Dummies, second edition. Prerequisite: Bring a 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C (contact winslow@cjc.edu for info). Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Winslow Yerxa • $395

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BASS BASS I Learn the fundamentals of bass technique, applicable to all styles of music. Topics include:

• Tuning • Getting a good sound • Left and right hand technique • Familiarity with the fingerboard • Music reading fundamentals • Introduction to walking bass lines • Equipment (basses, strings, amps) Open to electric and upright bassists. Required text: New Method for the Double Bass, Simandl (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: none. Students must bring a bass to class. Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Glenn Richman • $395

BASS II A continuation of Bass I, for upright and electric bass. Topics include:

• Increased familiarity with the fingerboard

• More advanced reading exercises • Rhythmic concepts including swing feel and anticipation

• Blues and jazz standards • Basics of soloing over chord changes Required text: New Method for the Double Bass, Simandl (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: Bass I or equivalent. Some ability to read music. Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Glenn Richman • $395

BASS III — JAZZ BASS A continuation of Bass II, for upright and electric bass. Learn a variety of essential techniques for constructing strong jazz bass lines on blues, jazz standards in 4/4 and 3/4, modal tunes, rhythm changes, and ballads. Techniques for soloing are also covered. Perform bass lines in class each week with piano accompaniment provided by the instructor. Recommended for upright and electric bassists interested in participating in the Jazzschool’s ensemble program. Required text: New Method for the Double Bass, Simandl (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: Bass II or equivalent. Some ability to read music. Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Glenn Richman • $395

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DRUMS & PERCUSSION BEGINNING DRUM SET Learn to play the drum set! Essential sticking techniques, rudiments, 4-limb coordination, rhythm reading and a variety of grooves and fills are covered. Required text: Learn to Play the Drumset, Pete Magadini (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: None, but bring a pair of drumsticks! Drums, cymbals and practice pads are provided for class use. Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Joe Bagale • $395

THE COMPLETE JAZZ DRUMMER

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An in-depth look at the musical tools, knowledge and skills needed for becoming a solid jazz drummer. We will look at jazz comping, soloing, charts and lead sheets, song form, musicality, styles, and brushes. We will also look at important tunes that drummers in particular should know. Prerequisites: Intermediate technical facility on drum set. Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Alan Hall • $395

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CLASSIC GROOVES REVISITED

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Learn to play classic pop, rock, funk and r&b drum grooves recorded by artists like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, Nirvana, The Meters, James Brown and Paul Simon, and then learn how to transform them in the process of developing your own sound as a well-rounded drummer, thoroughly versed in the great grooves developed by master drummers including Ringo Starr, John Bonham, Keith Moon, Bernard Purdie, Clyde Stubblefield, Steve Gadd and others. Prerequisites: Intermediate technical ability on drum set. Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Joe Bagale • $395

BRAZILIAN DRUM SET Learn the signature drum set grooves of contemporary Brazilian music including samba, baião, bossa nova and choro, and the techniques used to play them. Emphasis on gaining an authentic Brazilian sound and feel. Highly recommended for drummers interested in joining one of the Jazzschool’s Brazilian ensembles! Prerequisites: functional drum set technique. Fridays 10 – 11:30 am 9/23 – 12/2 (10 weeks) no class 11/25 Marcos Silva • $395

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FOCUS ON DRUM SET INDEPENDENCE

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Doing a good job as a drummer requires a strong foundation of four-limb independence. In this class we will look at numerous ways to improve your independence in a variety of styles. You will also learn to develop your own independence exercises and shape your own personal musical voice. Prerequisites: Intermediate technical facility on drum set. Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Alan Hall • $395

LATIN PERCUSSION Develop a solid foundation on each of the primary Latin percussion instruments. Learn effective technique on congas, bongos, timbales, bells and auxiliary instruments while studying many of the Latin grooves typical of son, salsa, and Latin jazz. Soloing techniques, typical breaks, song forms and historical information are also discussed. Prerequisites: None, open to all. Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Omar Ledezma • $395

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A continuation of the Latin Percussion I course for those who are already familiar with the fundamentals of Latin percussion rhythms and techniques. Intermediate level. Lots of hands-on practice time and clear explanation of how all of the various instruments work together in salsa bands and other Latin music ensembles. Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Omar Ledezma • $395

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INTERMEDIATE JAZZ IMPROVISATION

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY

Aspiring jazz musicians often still have trouble playing correct notes in their solos. The purpose of this course is to give students, through specific drill exercises, the ability to play the right notes with good rhythmic phrasing in their solos. Several compositions from the Great American Songbook are used as vehicles to study basic chord structures, scale structures and non-diatonic neighboring tones. Emphasis is placed on utilization of basic harmonic concepts, thereby turning exercises into melody. A step-bystep conceptual approach is used. With each new tune a different concept is added. Emphasis is also placed on the development of rhythmic 2, 4 and 8 bar phrasing. The ultimate goal of this class is to provide students with a strong foundation in the Great American Songbook repertoire and the ability to improvise over chord progressions with correct notes and good phrasing.

Learn the basic skills needed to begin any serious study of music. Topics include: music notation, time signatures, key signatures, rhythmic training, major scales, intervals, transposition, chord structure, harmonic progression, ear training and an introduction to musical form and composition. Required texts: Practical Theory Complete by Sandy Feldstein, and Jazz Improvisation: A Pocket Guide by Dan Haerle (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: None, open to all instrumentalists and vocalists. Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Dave Len Scott • $395

BEGINNING JAZZ IMPROVISATION A friendly, supportive atmosphere in which to practice the basics of jazz improvisation. Start with the blues then progress to jazz standards, learning essential scales and chords, playing at every session, trading licks, learning patterns and building solos. Ideal for classical players or anyone aspiring to jam or perform with a jazz ensemble. Vocalists welcome! Required text: Jazz Improvisation: A Pocket Guide by Dan Haerle (available at the CJC Bookstore). Prerequisites: Facility on an instrument and ability to play all major scales from memory. Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Dave Len Scott • $395

Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Glenn Richman • $395

COMPOSITION & ARRANGING SONGWRITING Explore melody writing, basic harmony, more adventurous chord progressions, song form, rhyme schemes and the instrumental component of songwriting — all with the purpose of honing your unique voice as a composer. Most importantly, develop two or three songs to be workshopped and refined in real time over the course of the term. Tuesdays 2 – 3:30 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Rachel Efron • $395

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FACULTY PROFILE

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Dave Len Scott grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He studied trumpet at the University of Michigan under Armando Ghitalla, former principal trumpet of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Earning a degree in Instrumental Music Education, and after teaching high school band, he then became the trumpet Teaching Assistant for Bill Pfund at the University of Northern Colorado, completing a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in 1990. His professional career began as lead trumpet and featured soloist in the New Glenn Miller Orchestra. Dave has toured with Boz Scaggs as a keyboardist and trumpeter, and earned two Grammy nominations recording

with Rosemary Clooney. He has performed with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, and leads the band TRUMPETSUPERGROUP. How did you first get started in music? When I was old enough to crawl onto the piano bench, that is where I was most of the time. What classes are you teaching at the Jazzschool? Beginning Jazz Improvisation and Intro to Music Theory. What do you hope students will gain from their experience at the Jazzschool? I hope their lives are enriched by this endless playground we call jazz improvisation! What is your favorite part of teaching students? Meeting new people, and experiencing the excitement that they have about learning jazz!

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Introduction Greetings! The workshop opportunities available this fall are really exciting. For song and lyric writing we’ve got three experts in their field: Lorraine Feather, Mark Winkler and Stephanie Bruce — all very different in their styles and approach, and each having developed a unique body of work. There are two Brazilian workshops with opportunities to sing, first with master pianist Otmaro Ruiz, coached by Catina DeLuna, and then with rising star guitarist Ian Faquini, coached by Paula Santoro. Kat Parra and Murray Low have a great workshop focusing on ethnic roots as a way to develop a unique repertoire reflecting your heritage, and Judy Wexler tells you everything you need to know to make a CD. Most of these artists are also doing concerts and many of them are from out of town — catch them while they are here! Notable full-term courses include Monk for Vocalists with Andrea Claburn, the return of Sandy Cressman’s Bossa Nova for Jazz Singers and Vocal Improvisation with Carl Oser. Maye Cavallaro, Pamela Rose and I continue with our ongoing classes. Many have ongoing students but there’s always room for new students to join. Raz Kennedy will be teaching two weekend-long workshop intensives this quarter. We are also pleased to offer numerous technique classes in addition to classes focusing on salsa singing, pop, teen vocals and more. Please feel free to contact me at laurie@cjc.edu with any questions. See you soon!

Laurie Antonioli Chair, Vocal Program

FALL 2016 CALENDAR Jazzschool Community Music School Fall Quarter September 19 – December 4 (10 weeks) Student Consultations: Ongoing! Contact laurie@cjc.edu School Closure: Thanksgiving Week , November 21 – 27 Fall Performance Series: December 5 – 15

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Adult Vocal Courses PERFORMANCE jazz FOR THE LOVE OF SINGING Learn breathing and vocal techniques to be applied to songs of your choice, while making friends with the microphone and learning basic performance skills. This course is particularly suited for those who may have temporarily put aside their vocal dreams due to education, career or family obligations. Open to all. Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Kyra Gordon • $425

FOR STARTERS — JAZZ & BLUES SINGING You used to sing a lot but now find yourself relegated to the shower and in-the-car jam sessions. Or — you love to sing — but feel terribly shy at the idea of singing in public. Explore and release your inner rock, jazz or blues vocalist in this encouraging, safe environment. Designed to give you confidence through group singing, while also bolstering your repertoire with individual song development. Accompanist provided. No previous experience required. Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Pamela Rose • $425

Maye is very prepared, organized and the musicians she brings in are excellent and wonderful to work with. — Catherine Stern

BEGINNING JAZZ SINGING The objective in this class is to help the singer create a focused, relaxed, skilled, and unique performance. We’ll work on basic musicianship starting with warm-up exercises, improvisation skills, understanding and singing in different “grooves,” finding new songs that suit us, ascertaining the correct key, understanding the song form, preparing a leadsheet, and making practice tracks. We’ll be joined midway by a professional pianist to further develop the songs we’ve chosen by working on sub-text, song interpretation, communicating our intentions to an accompanist, singing in different “feels” including rubato, and setting up and counting off songs. This class includes an end of semester performance. This is a supportive, and structured environment for students with a burning desire to sing! Mondays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Maye Cavallaro • $425

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THE CONTEMPORARY JAZZ SINGER Focus on an array of creative jazz singing skills including developing a unique repertoire, communicating with the rhythm section and creating arrangements on the spot. Study phrasing, improvisation, interpretation and work on developing a personal sound. Rhythm section provided. You are welcome to bring in songs of your choice, write original lyrics or use material provided by the instructor. Prerequisites: consent of instructor — telephone consultation required. Call 510-845-5373 for more information. Section I Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm Section II Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Laurie Antonioli • $455

MONK FOR VOCALISTS

andrea claburn CONTEMPORARY VOCAL STYLES Explore jazz, pop, rock, r&b and other popular vocal genres. Learn to apply proper vocal technique to any style of singing. Basic chart writing and stage presence are also covered. Open to all. Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Amanda Addleman • $425

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A jazz vocal course devoted to the music of pianist and composer Thelonious Monk, exploring Monk’s songs, both familiar and obscure, through listening, study, and performance. Each singer will select songs to learn, rehearse with accompaniment, and ultimately perform in front of a live audience at the end of the term. The instructor will provide charts (with lyrics) in the appropriate key, and a professional pianist will join the class in week 4. This course also explores the life and times of Thelonious Monk and his closest collaborators to illuminate and contextualize his music within the continuum of 20th century jazz. Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Andrea Claburn • $425

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VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE Sing music from The Manhattan Transfer, The Hi-Lo’s, Lambert, Hendricks and Ross and more. Arrangements are hand-tailored to the ability and interest of the ensemble members. Repertoire includes a combination of a cappella and accompanied tunes. Learn how to learn this music, with a little bit of added history for fun. Rehearsal tools are made available (including sound files with individual parts as well as the entire arrangement). Male and female singers of all ages are welcome. Prerequisites: some vocal experience is necessary, either in choirs or solo voice. Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Angie Doctor • $425

pop POP SINGING Work on singing lead and background vocals in a pop music context. A signature song is selected for each singer based on their voice, then background vocals are worked out, chorded and polished for each song. Sing with backing tracks and/ or acoustic guitar. All pop styles covered. Songs are taught by ear with an emphasis on phrasing. Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Rich Armstrong • $395

blues BLUES VOCAL FUNSHOP I Feel like singing the blues? Blues is the most primal, powerful part of your soul and singing it is more fun than you can possibly imagine. Students will explore the deep, authentic singing strategies of great blues singers from Jimmy Reed to Bonnie Raitt, while developing blues repertoire. No prior music experience necessary. Class is open to both the novice singer looking for a supportive, fun, instructive course, and to the more experienced singer looking to gain insight and control on the bandstand. Each class is taught by Bay Area's own jazz/blues diva Pamela Rose and accompanied by legendary blues guitarist Danny Caron. Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Pamela Rose • $425

BLUES VOCAL FUNSHOP II — Music Of Etta James We’ll celebrate and analyze one of the most authentic singers of all time! Each student will master at least one Etta James song, with a focus on her superb blues and R & B songs, while delving into Etta's soulful, heartwrenching vocal approach. (Some basic charts provided, but students will transpose or bring in additional charts if necessary.) Classes to be accompanied by guitarist Danny Caron, and last 2 classes will add rhythm section (bass and drums). Prerequisites: Blues Vocal Funshop I and/or permission from instructor. Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Pamela Rose • $455

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FACULTY PROFILE

Sandy Cressman Born in New York and raised in the Bay Area, Sandy Cressman began her career recording and performing with the Vocal Jazz group “Pastiche, ”with whom she recorded several CDs and toured the U.S. and Japan. In the late 1990's, she followed her passion for Brazilian jazz, and formed her group “Homenagem Brasileira.” Sandy recorded two CDs with Homenagem Brasileira, and has toured the US, Europe and Brazil performing with her group and collaborating with other Brazilian and Brazilophile musicians. Recently, Sandy performed as a special guest of SpokFrevo Orquestra on the Main Stage of Carnaval in Recife, Brazil. In early 2017, Sandy will release a new CD of all original Brazilian music composed in collaboration with a number of talented Brazilian musicians, recorded in Brazil and in the U.S. Throughout her career, Sandy has studied various methods of vocal technique, in order to improve as a vocalist and teacher. She created her own vocal technique, ConnectedVoice, which fuses voice development and ear training for jazz singers.

When and how did you begin your career as a (vocal) teacher? While working in the vocal group "Pastiche," I was invited to teach private lessons and group vocal harmony classes at Blue Bear School of Music in San Francisco.

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What’s your teaching philosophy? I like to keep learning and exploring new concepts in order to continue to grow as a singer, so that I maintain a level of fresh excitement about the material I'm teaching. I treat each student as an individual — I don't feel that there is any "one size fits all" approach to teaching. Every student has their unique strengths and needs, and I try to adapt the way I present concepts to each student to support their learning. What class(es) are you teaching at the Jazzschool? I will be teaching Bossa Nova for Jazz Singers and ConnectedVoice Technique, and I am an adjunct professor in the Conservatory program, teaching private lessons in the degree program. What do you hope students will gain from their experience at the Jazzschool? I hope that students will literally and figuratively find their musical voice through their study at the Jazzschool. I hope that they will gain skills that help them to achieve their musical goals, whatever those goals are. What is your favorite part of teaching students? Two things: I love seeing/hearing the passion ignited in a student by a song or musician I have shared with them, and I love hearing the growth and confidence in students in the course of a quarter-long class.

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BOSSA NOVA FOR JAZZ SINGERS A fascinating course exploring the roots of Brazilian bossa nova and samba. Instructor Sandy Cressman teaches singers the signature rhythmic grooves of Brazilian music as a foundation for effective interpretation of standard and not-so-standard bossa novas. Vocal phrasing and Portuguese pronunciation are covered (in addition to a few carefully chosen English translations). Live piano or guitar accompaniment is provided each week and the course concludes with a performance. Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Sandy Cressman • $425

TECHNIQUE & MUSICIANSHIP sandy cressman latin SALSA SINGING Learn the style, rhythm and technique of salsa vocal music while learning to play Latin hand percussion instruments. Instructor provides instruments like guiro, maracas and claves to use each week. As the term progresses, join forces with the Salsa II instrumental ensemble (see page 13) as you work to develop a performance set. Representative songs include “Tres Días de Carnaval” (Celia Cruz), “La Rebelión” (Joe Arroyo) and “Brujería” (El Gran Combo). Prerequisites: previous singing experience or basic technique training. All songs are in Spanish but fluency is not required to participate.

VOCAL TECHNIQUE ESSENTIALS Learn a select series of vocal exercises to condition and strengthen your voice. Range, intonation, breath management, balancing vocal registers, body alignment, vowel formation and dynamics are all enhanced through technical exercises applicable to songs in any style. Prerequisites: None, open to all! Section I: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Sandy Cressman • $395 Section II: Thursdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Joyce Pricco • $395 Section III: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Andrea Claburn • $395

Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Edgardo Cambon • $395

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VOCAL IMPROVISATION Learn the basics of vocal jazz improvisation starting with the 12 bar blues and other song forms as time permits. Warm-up exercises focusing on vocal production and healthy singing will also address jazz harmony through the singing of essential scales and chords. We’ll practice “scat singing” while learning bebop songs, and learn to create solos and “trade fours” through the development of ideas and motifs. Students will work on improvising together and individually in class. During the final class, we’ll also work on interacting with a live accompanist. Open to all. Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Carl Oser • $395

COMPOSITION SONGWRITING Explore melody writing, basic harmony, more adventurous chord progressions, song form, rhyme schemes and the instrumental component of songwriting — all with the purpose of honing your unique voice as a composer. Most importantly, develop two or three songs to be workshopped and refined in real time over the course of the term. Tuesdays 2 – 3:30 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Rachel Efron • $395

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YOUNG SINGERS VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENS Delve into songs as a means of storytelling while simultaneously developing a personal connection to a lyric. All styles of music are welcome and students are encouraged to bring in songs of their choice. The instructor can also suggest repertoire suitable for individual students. Build vocal technique through a variety of warm-up, ear-training and musicianship exercises. Wednesdays, 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Kyra Gordon • $395

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VOCAL MENTOR PROGRAM CENTER STAGE — A Mentored Program for Concert Development with Maye Cavallaro and Laurie Antonioli Work through the process of presenting a full-length, public, professional-level concert. Candidates work with their mentor over the course of three or four months, preparing their concert by choosing songs, working out arrangements, deciding on sequencing, and developing patter and stage presence. Lessons also include making a budget, hiring and rehearsing musicians and developing a marketing plan.

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Candidates will be most successful if they are advanced students who have some performing experience in classes and workshops or in a professional environment. A repertoire of 15 to 20 memorized songs in various styles is recommended. This is a unique opportunity for singers to design a performance that reflects a personalized artistic vision. Concert dates are available throughout the year. This program also includes:

• A professional sound technician and quality live recording of your performance • Staff at the door and on-site during the performance • Guidance in marketing and promotion, including how to prepare publicity materials

• Inclusion in California Jazz Conservatory advertising, marketing and publicity

• A percentage of the door/ticket sales $850 Contact the Chair of the Vocal Program, Laurie Antonioli for more information on how to apply for this program: laurie @ cjc.edu

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VOCAL WORKSHOPS

MAKING AND MARKETING YOUR CD with Judy Wexler

Ridgeway Arts Presents: IT’S ALL RELATIVE: Singing with Harmonic Context in Mind

Sunday, September 18, Noon – 3 pm For more information, see p. 55.

with Tammy Scheffer Singing can be the most direct form of musical expression, allowing the singer to communicate with the listener in an intuitive way. But are we as singers really as free as we think? While instrumentalists rely on the knowledge of their instruments and on music theory to express themselves fluently, singers rely on their ears. How do we develop our ears in a way that increases our freedom of expression and musical vocabulary? Through a series of demonstrations and exercises, we will deepen our understanding of the connection between melody and harmony. Participants will be encouraged to sing throughout the workshop, both as a group and individually. We will explore the idea of context in music from the most basic level to advanced, moving through singing different modes and chord progressions. Singers will also be introduced to practicing with electronics and a looper. Vocalist and composer Tammy Scheffer has been a creative voice in NYC’s vibrant jazz scene for almost a decade. Most recently she released a new EP with Morning Bound, an adventurous jazz-rock trio that was hailed by the Chicago Tribune as “innovative, provocative and alluring.” She is also the leader of the Tammy Scheffer Sextet, whose album “Wake Up, Fall Asleep” was hand-picked by renowned saxophonist Greg Osby for his own label, Inner Circle Music. Saturday, September 3, Noon – 3 pm $50 advance, $65 day of workshop

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SAXES AND SINGERS — AND OTHER HORNS with Noel Jewkes featuring Kay Kostopoulos Saturday, September 24, Noon – 2 pm For more information, see p. 48.

PLAYING FOR SINGERS with Mike Greensill with Wesla Whitfield Sunday, October 16, Noon – 3 pm For more information, see p. 57.

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COMPLETE VOCAL TECHNIQUE For Every Singer: The 5 Myths with Raz Kennedy Premiere Bay Area vocal coach, Raz Kennedy will provide explanations and practical tools to assist singers with some of the common challenges many singers confront. Dispelling the “5 Common Myths” gives singers a perspective in addressing most challenges.

raz kennedy SONG INTERPRETATION: A Complete Vocal Technique Perspective with Raz Kennedy and Ole Rasmus Møller Premiere Bay Area vocal coach, Raz Kennedy and celebrated Danish actor, singer, and educator, Ole Rasmus Møller present a unique Complete Vocal Technique-based masterclass exploring the topic of song interpretation. This curriculum is inspired by the theories of Constantin Stanislawskij, Sanford Meisner, and David Brunetti, featuring a streamlined 10-step model to effectively embody a character. Additionally, we will examine the principles of rhythm and phrasing to enhance a singer’s storytelling ability in performance. Attendees should bring songs of their choosing to workshop. The focus will be on the meaning behind lyrics and how they are communicated, approaching songs as if they were monologues. Each singer will come away with surefire methods to access interpretation, a deeper understanding of the close relationship between acting and singing, and an array of simple techniques to reach their performance goals. Saturday and Sunday, October 8 and 9, 10 am – 4 pm and 11 am – 4 pm Auditors: $125 • Participants: $150

Attendees should bring songs of their choosing to the workshop. Together, the student and teacher will explore methods of decoding a problem and learning ways to solve it. Each participant will come away with surefire methods to access a deeper understanding of voice mechanics and an array of simple techniques to overcome their singing challenges. 5 COMMON MYTHS ABOUT SINGING Using the fundamentals of the Complete Vocal Technique method, the following frequently debated topics will be addressed: Myth #1: Some people are tone deaf, others are not. Myth #2: Only some singers can achieve volume without harming their instrument. Myth #3: There are three “registers” in the vocal range — chest, middle, and head. Myth #4: Only some singers can deliver passionate and soulful performances. Myth #5: Using vocal effects will hurt your voice. Raz Kennedy has been performing and recording in the San Francisco Bay Area for 40 years. His performance credits include Bobby McFerrin’s Voicestra, June Watanabe Performance Ensemble, Rebeca Mauleon and Bob Ostertag. Recording and live credits include Narada Michael Walden, Al Jarreau and Whitney Houston. Saturday and Sunday, November 12 and 13, 10 am – 4 pm and 11 am – 4 pm Auditors: $125 • Participants: $150 Enroll online at cjc.edu

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The JCMS is pleased to offer two Brazilian Vocal Master Classes this fall. In each master class, singers will have the opportunity to sing with a masterful accompanist and receive guidance and suggestions from an accomplished vocalist. Topics covered include song interpretation, pronunciation, feel, Brazilian rhythms, arranging and performance. Open to students of all levels.

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BRAZILIAN VOCAL MASTER CLASS I with Paula Santoro and Ian Faquini Saturday, October 1, Noon – 3 pm $100 advance, $115 day of workshop A graduate of the California Jazz Conservatory, Ian Faquini has become one of the most unique and respected guitarists specializing in Brazilian music in the San Francisco Bay Area, demonstrating rare chordal technique and a special delicate touch on very difficult pieces. His last few summers have been spent in Brazil, where he has performed and studied with some of that country's greatest guitarists, including Marcus Tardelli, Guinga, and others. Ian recently joined the faculty at the California Jazz Conservatory and is a long time faculty member of California Brazil Camp. With a career spanning more than twenty years, Paula Santoro has shared the stage and studio with some of Brazil’s most notable musicians including Chico Buarque, Edu Lobo, Milton Nascimento, Guinga, Yamandú Costa, Toninho Horta, Joyce and Jaques Morelenbaum. She has toured throughout the US, India and Europe and appeared on "Later … with Jools Holland." With a degree in Speech Therapy and years of vocal training, recording and touring, Paula also has a busy career in education with on-going students in Europe, the United States and Brazil.

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catina deluna and otmaro ruiz BRAZILIAN VOCAL MASTER CLASS II with Catina DeLuna and Otmaro Ruiz Sunday, October 16, Noon – 3 pm $100 advance, $115 day of workshop Brazilian pianist, vocalist, composer and voice actress Catina DeLuna has enjoyed a successful and varied musical career since beginning to play the piano and sing at a young age. After completing a B.A. in Brazilian Popular Music at the prestigious UNICAMP University in São Paulo, she founded two award winning groups: the vocal group Arirê, in which she was responsible for arranging, playing piano, and singing, and the group Serenata Brasileira, playing classic Brazilian songs from the 1920’s and 30’s, in full authentic costume and style. Catina currently has two independently released CDs available, Na Era de Ouro, from Serenata Brasileira, and Brazilian Accent, her solo debut featuring classic Bossa Nova standards. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Otmaro Ruiz began his musical studies at the age of eight with intensive training in classical guitar, organ, piano and music theory. He culminated his academic training at California Institute of the Arts, receiving a master’s degree in jazz performance and ascending to the upper echelon of musicians in Los Angeles including Alex Acuña, Justo Almario and Abraham Laboriel. He has performed in virtually every major international jazz festival and with such varied artists as Dianne Reeves, Frank Morgan, Red Halloway, Gino Vannelli, Arturo Sandoval, Tito Puente, John McLaughlin, Frank Gambale, Alain Caron, Robben Ford, Jimmy Haslip and Vinnie Colaiuta.

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CRAFTING GREAT SONGS: A Songwriters Workshop

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SONGWRITING WORKSHOPS LYRICS I’VE WRITTEN, LYRICS I’VE LOVED with Lorraine Feather One of the questions lyricist and jazz singer Lorraine Feather is asked most often in interviews is: “What comes first, the music or the lyrics?” Her answer is “Yes.” Lorraine has worked extensively as a lyricist-for-hire, and more recently has concentrated on her own solo projects as a vocalist. The first few of these involved lyricizations of previously instrumental compositions written by jazz greats such as Duke Ellington and Fats Waller. The albums she has released since 2010 have been collections of songs written “from scratch” with contemporary jazz composers. In this workshop, she will explore the difference between these two disciplines, and analyze some of the lyrics that have inspired her along the way. Lorraine Feather has co-written songs for other artists, TV and film, receiving five Emmy nominations as a lyricist. She has co-written and produced eleven solo albums, earning five Grammy nominations. She is the daughter of the late jazz critic Leonard Feather, and the goddaughter of Billie Holiday. Sunday, October 2, Noon – 3 pm $50 advance, $65 day of workshop

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with Mark Winkler A fun and informative workshop for the novice as well as the more experienced songwriter with a special emphasis on lyric writing. The class starts with Mark's “Top 5 Tips for Writing Songs” which serve as the template for the whole day. Then, we’ll talk about form, rhyming and the different devices that songwriters need to create a compelling song, all the while playing examples from the songbooks of such writers as Gershwin, Porter (Both Gregory and Cole!) and Rene Marie, among many others. This is all done in a safe, encouraging environment. Each student is given different exercises to be completed in class as well as ones that can be taken with them. Mark Winkler is a platinum award winning singer/lyricist who has had over 250 of his songs recorded and/or sung by such artists as Dianne Reeves, Randy Crawford, Bob Dorough, Jackie Ryan, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Lea DeLaria, Kenny Rankin and Britain’s Claire Martin. He also has charted high on the Jazz Week charts with his last 4 vocal releases. He was also included as a 2015 “Rising Star” Male Jazz Vocalist in Downbeat Magazine. As an educator he has been teaching lyric writing “Crafting Great Lyrics: A Song–writers Workshop” at UCLA extension for 10 years and at the Los Angeles School of Songwriting. He writes columns for Music Connection magazine and does interviews and reviews for LA Jazz Scene. Sunday, October 23, Noon – 3 pm $50 advance, $65 day of workshop

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SONGWRITING: True Stories

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with Stephanie Bruce Uncover and explore the various elements of a song: melody, rhythm, harmony and form. Starting with the lyrics as an inspirational source to access and develop ideas, the first half of the workshop will follow an outline that can be an effective way to get started writing a song. During the second half of the workshop, students may present their own works in progress and/or completed songs. The instructor will share tools for overcoming feeling stuck and will suggest musical edits that can make a good song even better. Students who accompany themselves are welcome to do so on guitar or piano. In all cases, please bring a chart (melody, chords, lyrics, and form) so the instructor can see the song and also accompany on piano as needed. If students only have lyrics or a melody, they should bring that as well. Stephanie Bruce is a singer, songwriter, arranger, and teacher, who has been making music in a variety of styles for over four decades. She has studied with notable instructors Joni Metcalf, Allaudin Matthieu, and Mark Levine. Her three CDs feature her original songs, and inventive arrangements of familiar material. She has performed in many concert venues with some of the best Bay Area musicians presenting her well crafted material. Teaching singers for over 30 years (including 10 years at the Jazzschool) has been a creative highlight in an active and prolific musical life. Sunday, October 30, Noon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 pm $50 advance, $65 day of workshop

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WHAT SETS YOU APART? Using Your Heritage to Grow and Expand Your Repertoire with Kat Parra and Murray Low Vocal musician and composer Kat Parra has mined the rich history of Sephardic music to bring a new slant to her repertoire of Latin and World Jazz. What is your heritage? What songs did you learn from your parents/grandparents that you might be able to incorporate into your repertoire to create a story that is uniquely yours and that helps set you apart from other singers? Kat will share her journey of discovering the ancient music of the Sephardic Jews and how she, along with her music director/pianist, Murray Low, developed a fresh approach to her repertoire. She will also discuss the different grant and award opportunities available to musicians and singers who explore these unique approaches. Singers and instrumentalists alike are welcome to attend this workshop and are encouraged to bring in a folk song from their heritage so we can explore various ways to interpret the music in the jazz idiom. Kat and Murray will also demonstrate how they evolved the music of the Sephardic Jews to be more

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murray low accessible to a wider audience and will explore how you can create a new path with your own cultural story. Sunday, November 20, Noon – 3 pm $50 advance, $65 day of workshop Vocalist Kat Parra has released five critically acclaimed CDs. She earned the designation “Best Latin Jazz Vocalist of 2010 and 2008” by Latin Jazz Corner, and received a 2008 nomination for “Latin Jazz Album of the Year” from the Jazz Journalists Association. In addition to singing fluently in English, Spanish and Portuguese, Parra has the rare ability to sing in the dying language of Ladino, or JudeoEspanyol, which enables her to interpret Sephardic music (Music of the Spanish Jews) faithfully. Murray Low has been playing, composing, arranging, recording and teaching professionally for over thirty years. His fluency in all forms of jazz and its blending with other idioms has led to a multi-faceted career spanning a wide variety of musical contexts. He is or has been the regular pianist with several top Bay Area ensembles including Wayne Wallace’s Latin Jazz Quintet, John Calloway’s Diaspora and others.

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Introduction Dear JYMP students and parents, Fall is here, and now’s the time for aspiring young musicians to join an ensemble at the Jazzschool! We have great faculty (Kasey Knudsen, Colin Hogan, Rob Ewing, Charles Hamilton, Erika Oba, Joe Bagale, Mike Zilber, Dave Eshelman and myself) who’ve been teaching here for years and love working with the next generation. Playing in a jazz ensemble requires focus, creativity, cooperation and dedication and is also a lot of fun! Whether you’re new to improvising, are experienced and interested in joining one of our award- winning advanced ensembles to take your playing to the next level, or looking forward to jamming out in a funk ensemble, we hope you’ll sign up for an audition and come be part of the Jazzschool Young Musicians Community.

Erik Jekabson Director, Jazzschool Young Musicians Program

FALL 2016 CALENDAR Jazzschool Community Music School Fall Quarter September 19 – December 4 (10 weeks) Ensemble Placement Auditions: see p. 43 for details School Closure: Thanksgiving Week , November 21 – 27 Fall Performance Series: December 5 – 15 Enroll online at cjc.edu

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Young Musicians Program

The 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 afterschool classes, master classes with nationally known jazz artists, and are featured in public performances in venues throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.

It’s the only place that I know of that offers such high level jazz ensembles for middle & high school students. Last year, my school music program was not challenging enough for me. I loved being involved! — Dylan Everingham

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2016 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS YMP 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.

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PLACEMENT & AUDITION REQUIREMENTS – FALL 2016

• Perform two skill-level appropriate

Entering 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.

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.

HOW TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION

PIANO AND GUITAR PLAYERS

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.

Follow the above instructions with only one change: after improvising, please demonstrate comping/voicings on a blues or rhythm changes.

AUDITION MATERIALS

AUDITION DATES August 15 – 16 — Studio Band August 22 – 23 — Middle & High School August 22 – 23 — Advanced High School Jazz Workshop

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.

DRUMMERS Please 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.

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INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES High school and middle school jazz ensembles are offered Monday through Thursday in the late afternoon and early evening and during the day on Saturday. While we make every effort to accommodate scheduling requests, specific placements are based on the results of an audition. Note: all prices listed are per quarter.

large performance ensembles STUDIO BAND Develop technique, knowledge of jazz style and an ability to improvise through standard and contemporary big band repertoire. This highly-selective ensemble records at Fantasy Studios, performs frequently and participates in competitions throughout the U.S. The Studio Band has 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 in Switzerland. Full school year commitment is required. Instrumentation: 5 saxes, 5 trumpets, 5 trombones, guitar, piano, bass and drums. Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Dave Eshelman • $225

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small performance ensembles ADVANCED HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ WORKSHOP Explore the post-bop harmonic, melodic, rhythmic and formal innovations of Coltrane, Shorter, Corea, Hancock, Brecker and others in this multiple DownBeat award-winning ensemble. For advancedlevel high school student players, competent in the bebop language. Record at Fantasy Studios and participate in various competitions and festivals. Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Michael Zilber • $395 Section II: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Erik Jekabson • $395

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Section VII: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Rob Ewing • $395 Section VIII: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Colin Hogan • $395 Section IX: Saturdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Colin Hogan • $395

MIDDLE SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLE Learn to play jazz and improvise while covering a wide repertoire from John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Eddie Harris and other jazz masters.

kasey knudsen HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLE Gain a greater understanding of jazz theory and develop improvisation skills through the study and performance of challenging jazz repertoire.

Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Kasey Knudsen • $395 Section II: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Kasey Knudsen • $395 Section III: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Kasey Knudsen • $395

Section I: Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/19 – 11/28 (10 weeks) no class 11/21 Colin Hogan • $395

Section IV: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Kasey Knudsen • $395

Section II: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Colin Hogan • $395

Section V: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/22 – 12/1 (10 weeks) no class 11/24 Erika Oba • $395

Section III: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Charles Hamilton • $395 Section IV: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Kasey Knudsen • $395 Section V: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/20 – 11/29 (10 weeks) no class 11/22 Colin Hogan • $395 Section VI: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Rob Ewing • $395

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VOICE VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENS Delve into songs as a means of storytelling while simultaneously developing a personal connection to a lyric. All styles of music are welcome and students are encouraged to bring in songs of their choice. The instructor can also suggest repertoire suitable for individual students. Build vocal technique through a variety of warm-up, ear-training and musicianship exercises. Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 9/21 – 11/30 (10 weeks) no class 11/23 Kyra Gordon • $395

kyra gordon HIGH SCHOOL FUNK ENSEMBLE Learn the classic funk hits of James Brown, Sly Stone and others. Vocalists and horns welcome! Music is learned by ear. (Also open to advanced middleschool musicians.) Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am 9/24 – 12/3 (10 weeks) no class 11/26 Joe Bagale • $395

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Workshops

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THEORY & IMPROVISATION MELODIC & HARMONIC MINOR HARMONY & REHARMONIZATION OF JAZZ STANDARDS with John Stowell Modes of the melodic and harmonic minor and triad substitutions are clearly explained/demonstrated in the context of developing an extended harmonic vocabulary. Students get hands-on experience locating new sounds and with ear training in the context of specific sounds/chords and progressions/songs. Please bring a guitar and note paper. A 40-page pdf file with workshop material will be emailed to all participants. Prerequisites: intermediate to advanced level recommended. Portland-based guitarist John Stowell has 35 years of international playing and teaching experience and has recorded/ performed with Milt Jackson, Lionel Hampton, Art Farmer, and many others. He has also published several instructional books and videos. Sunday, September 4, 11 am – 1 pm $30 advance, $45 day of the workshop

BRINGING TOGETHER EUROPE, AFRICA AND THE EAST with Mehmet Polat Trio An accomplished oud player and composer, Mehmet Polat combines various musical genres from Africa to India, Persia to the Balkans, contemporary to jazz, with his Alevi spiritual, Anatolian folk and Ottoman classical music background. After many years of research, he has developed his own technique to advance beyond the limitations of his traditional instrument, allowing him to play more advanced and modern pieces. He has also designed an oud with two extra bass strings to broaden the range and function of his instrument. During this workshop, the trio will share the melodic and rhythmic diversity of the musical styles they have mastered ranging from Turkish makams and Ottoman classical repertory to grooves from the Middle East, Africa and beyond. Instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome. For all levels. Featuring Mehmet Polat (Turkey) — oud and compositions; Victor Sams (Dutch Antilles) — ngoni and percussion and Pelin Basar (Turkey) — ney. Sunday, September 4, Noon – 2 pm $30 advance, $45 day of the workshop

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SAXES AND SINGERS — AND OTHER HORNS with Noel Jewkes featuring Kay Kostopoulos What is the special dialogue that makes magic on the bandstand between the horn player and the vocalist? In this hands-on workshop, master reed player Noel Jewkes guides students in an exploration of the collaborative process between singers and horn players. He will play examples of successful pairings such as Billie Holiday and Lester Young, Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto, Houston Person and Etta Jones, and Denise Perrier and Houston Person. Students learn the art of the fill, the use of silence, adaptation to unusual keys, complimenting the singer, development of solo sequences, intros and outros, trading fours and scatting. Intermediate level recommended. Auditors welcome. Noel Jewkes is one of the premier saxophone players in Northern California. He has worked in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 35 years, and has recorded with John Hendricks, Wesla Whitfield, Mary Stallings, Paula West, Mike Greensill, Lavay Smith, Bill Bell, Mimi Fox, Graham Bruce, Bobbe Norris, Larry Dunlap, Larry Vuckovich, Pat Yankee and Jerry Hahn, as well as his own ensembles. Kay Kostopoulos has performed and/or recorded with many San Francisco Bay Area treasures including Grant Levin, Larry Vuckovich, Si Perkoff, Benny Watson, Denny Berthiume, Larry Chinn & Rebecca Mauleon, Bill Douglass, Ruth Davies and many more. Saturday, September 24, Noon – 2 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

THE IMPROVISER’S SEMINAR with Clark Suprynowicz Clark Suprynowicz, founder of the longrunning Berkeley Jazz Workshop, returns for his popular 3-week seminar explaining how to improvise with a lead-sheet using real-world examples from solos by John Coltrane and others. It departs from the approach of “see this chord, play this scale” and gets into the actual vocabulary of jazz in a way that is easily understood and accessible. Visiting musicians demonstrate some of the approaches under discussion, and students listen to audio recordings. No need to bring instruments to this seminar. Discussion topics include: • How to play on standards. • What it means to “play in a key.” • How to recognize the key you’re in, even if it’s not obvious. • How playing in a key, rather than from chord-to-chord, is part of the jazz tradition. • How to get chord-specific in the places that it matters. • Using melody and melodic ideas to free up your approach. • How to practice so this all gets more intuitive and fun. Clark Suprynowicz is a San Francisco Bay Area composer. Following residencies in recent years with the Berkeley Symphony and the Berkeley Opera, Clark had three large works premiered in 2011 – 2012: The opera Caliban Dreams (with writer / performer Amanda Moody, featuring tenor John Duykers) in a Berkeley Opera production; Tectonic, a commission from the Mill Valley Philharmonic, featuring readings by poet Jane Hirshfield, and Machine, a new opera with writer / director Mark Streshinsky, which premiered at the Crucible, in Oakland, in January 2012. He is also the founder of the long-running Berkeley Jazz Workshop. Sunday, October 9, 16, 23, 2 – 4 pm $100 advance, $115 day of workshop

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aspada FINDING THE GLOBAL GROOVE with Aspada feat. George Brooks, sax; Kai Eckhardt, bass; Osam Ezzeldin, keys, Selvaganesh Vinayakram, percussion Step inside the global groove with the four world-renowned musicians of ASPADA as they discuss strategies for incorporating rhythmic and melodic elements of Indian classical music into a contemporary vision of global jazz. Participants will gain an overview of raga and tala as the band performs and then examines the structures that underlie the music. Players and listeners are encouraged to attend. Instrumentalists should have a good working knowledge of modes and scales and a willingness to explore. Saxophonist George Brooks founded the seminal Indian fusion groups Summit, Bombay Jazz, the Raga Bop Trio and Elements. He has collaborated extensively with composer Terry Riley and has performed and recorded with genre defining artists Etta James, Anthony Braxton, Jaki Byard, Talvin Singh, poet Michael McClure, and Ray Manzarek (of the Doors). Bassist Kai Eckhardt garnered worldwide recognition performing with the John

McLaughlin Trio. The trio, consisting of Kai, John and Indian percussion phenomenon, Trilok Gurtu, recorded “Live at the Royal Festival Hall” which still stands as a high watermark in global fusion. Kai has developed a remarkable facility with African and Indian rhythmic cycles, combining these global rhythms with his love of funk. Percussionist Selvaganesh Vinayakram was born in Chennai to Grammy-winner T.H. “Vikku” Vinayakram, a legendary musician and founding member of Shakti. He is known to audiences around the world as the astonishing kanjeera player in John McLaughlin’s “Remember Shakti.” For his work with ASPADA, Selva has created a hybrid drum kit incorporating traditional Indian percussion with cymbals and kick drum. Keyboardist Osam Ezzeldin was born in Cairo, Egypt and grew up immersed in the music of North Africa. In 2006 Osam was awarded US citizenship as an artist of extraordinary ability. He soon joined Kai Eckhardt’s Zeitgeist and George Brooks’ Summit and has performed at all the major festivals and jazz clubs in northern California. Sunday, October 9, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

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From his roots as an award-winning classical bassoonist and jazz saxophonist, Paul Hanson has sought to expand the lexicon of the bassoon while creating a unique musical voice. As a jazz/fusion bassoonist, Paul has recorded and/or performed with Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Wayne Shorter, Miguel Zenon, Peter Erskine, Billy Childs, and countless others.

joel harrison JAZZ IMPROVISATION AND COMPOSITION WORKSHOP with Joel Harrison and Spirit House feat. Cuong Vu (trumpet), Paul Hanson (bassoon), Jeff Denson (bass) and Brian Blade (drums) Joel Harrison and his all-star group discuss and demonstrate effective strategies for composing and improvising in the new jazz landscape. How to be a great sideman, an original soloist, how to find your own sound as an “of the moment” writer and inspire your players and how to survive as a bandleader and/or musican-for-hire in the ever-changing modern landscape. Guitarist and bandleader Joel Harrison was named a Guggenheim Fellow in 2010 and is a two-time winner of the Jazz Composer’s Alliance Composition Competition. He has released 17 CDs since 1995 as a leader and has appeared on the “Rising Star” Downbeat Magazine poll for many years. Trumpeter Cuong Vu has lent his talents to a wide range of artists including Pat Metheny, Laurie Anderson, David Bowie, Dave Douglas, Myra Melford, Cibo Matto, and Mitchell Froom. He recently released the new album Cuong Vu Trio Meets Pat Metheny, featuring Stomu Takeishi and Ted Poor.

Bassist Jeff Denson is a full professor at the California Jazz Conservatory and has recorded 10 albums as leader/co-leader and over a dozen more as a featured sideman — four with Lee Konitz. Over the past 15 years, he has shared the bandstand with an impressive and diverse array of musicians including Anthony Davis, Mark Dresser, Joe Lovano, Jane Ira Bloom, Kenny Werner, Dave Douglas, Bob Moses, Giacomo Gates, Howard Alden and many more. Brian Blade is one of the most respected drummers of his generation having worked extensively with Joshua Redman, Kenny Garrett, Chick Corea, Bill Frisell, his own Fellowship Band, and countless others. Saturday, October 15, 3:30 – 5 pm $20 general admission

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TO SWING OR NOT TO SWING! with Larry Vuckovich Master jazz pianist Larry Vuckovich shares the key concept of eighth-note phrasing, going back to the swing era, and on through the bebop and post bop eras. Charlie Parker, the originator of the bebop style in jazz, learned from Lester Young’s concept of loose and relaxed phrasing and brought the sophistication of eighth-note phrasing to its height. Dizzy and Bud Powell added their own elements, inspired by Bird and influenced a number of instrumental masters, including Dexter Gordon, Sonny Stitt, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins and more. Understanding eighthnote phrasing as exemplified by these masters is key to whether a musician swings or not! Larry Vuckovich will demonstrate examples at the piano and play original recordings of the masters. Besides jazz lovers who come to Larry’s workshops and love learning about jazz history, this workshop is highly recommended to musicians on all instruments because the learning process of this art form is never ending — there is always room for more knowledge. Come to the workshop and improve your swing! Larry Vuckovich gained first-hand knowledge 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.

larry vuckovich PLAYING THROUGH CHANGES with Jeff Massanari Guitarist Jeff Massanari presents a range of elements useful for playing through chord changes on jazz standards and other tunes. Topics include scales, arpeggios, approach patterns, riffs, rhythmic variation and other essential tools for confidently improvising over chord changes. Prerequisites: knowledge of jazz theory. Jeff Massanari is a Bay Area-based guitarist who has studied at Berklee College of Music and performed with Mark Inouye and the San Francisco Symphony, Kenny Washington, Pamela Rose, Wally Schnalle, Mary Wilson, Keely Smith, Kim Nalley and Denise Perrier. Read more at jeffmassanari.com. Sunday, November 13, 2 – 4 pm $30 purchase, $45 day of workshop

Sunday, October 30, Noon – 3 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

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PRACTICING BETTER with Anton Schwartz Musical mastery requires a lot of time. So let’s not waste any more time practicing the wrong way. In recent years, psychological experiments on skill acquisition have given a lot of new results about how to most efficiently develop memories and skills that last. Some of the results are quite powerful and counterintuitive. In this workshop we explore a number of findings and their concrete application to how we should practice. Saxophonist Anton Schwartz has won critical acclaim for each of five 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. See Anton’s bio at antonjazz.com. Sunday, October 23, 11 am – 1 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

JAZZ THEORY COMPLETE with Mark Levine Author 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 all the way through advanced harmonic techniques, scale theory and reharmonization. Bring music manuscript paper and a pencil. Mark Levine is the author of The Jazz Piano Book, The Jazz Theory Book, and The Drop 2 Book. He has performed with Woody Shaw, Mongo Santamaria, Joe Henderson, Willie Bobo, Bobby Hutcherson, Freddie Hubbard, Cal Tjader, Wallace Roney, Tito Puente, Milt Jackson, David Liebman and many others. Sunday, December 4, 11 am – 1 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

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MONK, BUD ET AL — Studying and Playing the Compositions of the Piano Giants with Joshua Breakstone Guitarist Joshua Breakstone has made recordings entirely dedicated to the compositions of both pianists Thelonious Monk and Bud Powell. His new recording, “88”, is a dedication to pianists old and new and consists entirely of compositions by pianists. In this workshop the focus will be on the compositions of piano playersfrom Bud to Monk to Elmo Hope, Barry Harris, Sonny Clark, Cedar Walton, Lennie Tristano, and more. There will be numerous hand-outs of great tunes for you to consider and take home. We’ll compare and contrast compositional approaches, consider what it means to take a piano piece, reduce it for guitar (or other instruments), and make that piece our own. This will be a playing and improv workshop, so be sure to bring your instrument! A super way to expand your repertoire and develop your improvisational skills! Two hours of serious fun! Open to all levels, all instruments. With 19 recordings as a leader with such jazz legends as Kenny Barron, Barry Harris, Tommy Flanagan, Pepper Adams, Jimmy Knepper, Jack McDuff, Mickey Roker, and Al Harewood, Joshua Breakstone has established himself as one of the major jazz guitarists of our day. He is also the author of Jazz Etudes: Studies for the Beginning Improviser, a standard text at many colleges and universities, and has both performed and presented workshops throughout the world. Saturday, November 19, 3:15 – 5:15 pm $30 advance $45 day of workshop

Adult Vocal Workshops Courses

PRACTICING IMPROVISATION: A Creative and Compositional Approach with Darren Johnston Together we will work through one approach to a two-hour practice session. We will explore the purpose of a “warm up” by beginning with the practice of internalizing the molecules of melody while focusing on sound, blend, and relaxation. We will play a few musical games, or exercises to help develop audio memory, pitch recognition, and thematic development, and conclude with an exploration of approaches we can take in developing more flow and freedom over a jazz standard. Prerequisites: some instrumental facility and knowledge of jazz harmony.

Since settling in San Francisco in 1997, Canada-born trumpeter/composer/ song–writer Darren Johnston has collaborated and recorded with an extremely diverse cross-section of artists. His interests rotate around composing instrumental music, writing songs, and performing all styles of jazz, experimental and purely improvised music, as well as traditional music of the Balkans, Greece, Macedonia, Turkey, and the Arab world. These interests have coalesced into his primary ensemble of late, Darren Johnston’s Broken Shadows. He has performed and/or recorded with luminaries such as Fred Frith, ROVA Sax Quartet, Myra Melford, Ben Goldberg, Matt Wilson, Mark Dresser, Marshall Allen, Marcus Shelby, and others. Sunday, November 20, 2 – 4 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

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Workshops

PERFORMANCE SKILLS GIGGING IN THE REAL WORLD: The Singer-Songwriter Rhythm Section Player with Andrew Lion

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BRAZILIAN CHORO AND SAMBA WORKSHOP with Duo Violão Brasil feat. Rogerio Souza and Edinho Gerber This lively workshop for all instruments will address style, rhythm, phrasing, and repertoire from Brazilian composers including Pixinguinha, Jacob do Bandolim, and Ernesto Nazareth. Please bring your instrument! Open to all. Duo Violão Brasil is the result of guitarists Rogério Souza and Edinho Gerber’s reverence for Brazilian guitar, the “violão”, and their desire to explore and expand the musical possibilities of putting two “violões” together. With repertoire from composers like Pixinguinha, Baden Powell, and Tom Jobim, the duo navigates effortlessly through the many styles of 20th century Brazilian popular music while showcasing original works and inventive arrangements. Saturday, September 10, 1 – 3 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

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Whether you’ve just graduated from your jazz conservatory program, or took that walking bass class, you need a gig…any gig! Andrew Lion (bass), joined by Rick Munoz (drums), will take a practical look at the politics of working with singersongwriters. Through sharing real world anecdotes and musical demonstrations, students will be exposed to techniques on preparing charts, working with unique personalities, and bringing their best performances and contributions to singer-songwriter employers. An emphasis will be on working with band leader talent levels that can range from amateur to polished professional. Prerequisites: a basic understanding of diatonic harmony and general knowledge of rhythm notation and song forms will be helpful. Andrew Lion (California Jazz Conservatory alumnus) and Rick Munoz have performed and recorded as bass and drums respectively in a variety of settings such as pop, rock, jazz, R&B, blues, country, and singer-songwriter — many together as a section unit. Performances include venues from Yoshi’s to The Fillmore and a set on ABC’s Late Night Television, Jimmy Kimmel Show! Andrew recently released a full-length studio recording with his jazz and indie rock inspired 7-Piece music collective, Negative Press Project. Sunday, September 18, 11 am – 1 pm $20 general admission

Workshops

PIANO BOOGIE WOOGIE AND BLUES PIANO with Wendy DeWitt

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MUSIC BUSINESS MAKING AND MARKETING YOUR CD with Judy Wexler You’re making a CD because you’re an artist who wants to share your vision. You’re ready to invest a lot of time, energy, heart and soul… and money… in your project, and you want to make sure it gets the maximum possible exposure. The fact is, making and distributing a CD is both an artistic venture and a business. YOUR MARKETING PLAN BEGINS THE MOMENT YOU COMMIT TO MAKING A NEW CD. In this seminar, we explore the CD business from soup to nuts and the choices you can make right from the start to make sure your project is successful. We’ll discuss topics like budgeting, choosing a repertoire that’s both artistically and commercially viable, working with a producer, the benefits and drawbacks of using a record label, the ins and outs of publicity and radio promotion, social media marketing, and much more.

An in-depth dive into the styles and licks of the masters of boogie woogie and blues. Learn some of the trademark sounds of Albert Ammons, Pete Johnson, Otis Spann, Meade Lux Lewis and Memphis Slim. These are the greats that Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Leavell, Christine McVie, Dr. John and Nicky Hopkins listened to in creating rock and roll piano. With a solid understanding of these roots you’ll have a better grounded path to playing more easily by ear and improvising your own jams. Class requires intermediate piano skills. Bring a recording device and a notebook. Advanced beginners are welcome if willing to adapt to a faster pace. Wendy DeWitt, christened a Queen of Boogie Woogie by legendary artist Hadda Brooks, is an international performer. Her latest CD is on radio around the world, and she has performed with Hank Ballard, Otis Rush, and represented The Golden Gate Blues Society at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN. Sunday, September 18, 2 – 4 pm $30 advance, $45 day of the workshop

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Judy Wexler has headlined jazz festivals and major clubs nationally and internationally. She has released four CDs which have all topped the national jazz radio charts as well as garnering critical acclaim in Downbeat, and a profile on NPR. Judy has also parlayed her success and knowledge of the music industry into a respected public relations and marketing company, Mouthpiece Music. Sunday, September 18, Noon – 3 pm $50 advance, $65 day of workshop Enroll online at cjc.edu

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russell ferrante JAZZ PIANO MASTERCLASS with Russell Ferrante

A very special hands-on master class with Yellowjackets pianist Russell Ferrante. Advanced concepts covered with particular emphasis on voice leading. Limited to 10 pianists! Russell Ferranteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performing and recording credits include the Yellowjackets, Jimmy Witherspoon, Jim Pepper, Joe Farrell, Al Jarreau, Robben Ford, GRP Big Band, Take 6 and Ernie Watts, to name a few. Sunday, October 2, 11:30 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:30pm $75 advance purchase, $90 day of workshop

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Workshops

PLAYING FOR SINGERS

JAZZ, FLAMENCO AND BEYOND

with Mike Greensill with Wesla Whitfield Mike Greensill, with special guest vocalist Wesla Whitfield, will discuss and demonstrate the art of the vocal accompanist based on his new book Playing For Singers published by Sher Music. The workshop will offer secrets about “out of tempo” accompaniment techniques, various harmonic options, how to “comp” behind a vocalist while also exploring the concept of “less is more.” Accompanists often find themselves in the role of musical arranger/director. The ability to quickly whip up a professional, easy to read chart, is an essential skill. Time permitting there will be some basic information on small group arranging, how to run a rehearsal, organize a show, and conduct from the piano with no hands! This workshop will address the challenges of accompaniment from the point of view of the solo pianist, the piano/bass duo and the piano trio. Vocalists are encouraged to attend. It’s essential for a singer to know what they want and how to ask for it. Open to all!.

with Alex Conde Pianist Alex Conde leads this 2-part guided tour behind the scenes of his acclaimed album, “Descarga for Monk,” named one of the best albums of 2015 by DownBeat and All About Jazz. Alex will play tracks from the album and demonstrate and discuss the variety of piano styles heard on the album, from flamenco, to afro-Cuban, straight-ahead jazz and more. Other possible discussion topics include jazz arranging ideas and developing improvisation skills. Open to pianists and non-pianists!

Mike Greensill is well-known as the musical director to acclaimed vocalist Wesla Whitfield. They have recorded over twenty albums and work regularly throughout the country. Mike can also be heard playing jazz with his trio in many Bay Area venues.

Alex Conde is a vibrant and visionary jazz and flamenco pianist, composer and music educator living in San Francisco. He is a graduate in classical music from the Jose Iturbi Conservatory of Music and in jazz piano from el Liceu de Barcelona. Conde has been in the US for the last ten years and began his tenure here after winning a scholarship to attend the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. While pursuing this degree (2009) in jazz performance at Berklee, he received the Jazz Revelation Award. He has studied jazz with luminaries such as Chano Domínguez, George Garzone, Joe Lovano, Danilo Pérez, Dave Santoro, Maria Schneider, Wayne Shorter and Esperanza Spalding.

“Greensill is an accompanist in the great tradition of Jimmy Rowles and Ellis Larkins. It’s worth twice the price of admission just to hear him!” — Terry Teachout, NY Daily News

Sunday, November 6 and 13, 2 – 4 pm $60 advance, $75 day of workshop

Sunday, October 16, Noon – 3 pm $50 advance, $65 day of the workshop

with Kat Parra and Murray Low

WHAT SETS YOU APART? Using Your Heritage to Grow and Expand Your Repertoire Sunday, November 20, Noon – 3 pm For more information, see p. 40.

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Workshops

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DRUMS JAZZ DRUMMING MASTER CLASS with Albert “Tootie” Heath A very special master class with legendary jazz drummer Albert “Tootie” Heath! Limited to 10 participants! Master drummer Albert “Tootie” Heath (born May 31, 1935) first recorded in 1957 with John Coltrane. From 1958 to 1974 he worked with, among others, J. J. Johnson, Wes Montgomery, Art Farmer and Benny Golson’s Jazztet, Cedar Walton, Bobby Timmons, Kenny Drew, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, Johnny Griffin, Herbie Hancock, Friedrich Gulda, Nina Simone, and Yusef Lateef. In 1975, he and his brothers, saxophonist Jimmy and bassist Percy, formed the Heath Brothers. He has remained active as a performer and educator and recently released “Tootie’s Tempo,” a trio album with pianist Ethan Iverson and bassist Ben Street. Saturday, September 24, 3:15 – 5:15 pm $75 advance, $90 day of workshop

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DEVELOPING A JAZZ VOCABULARY — Jazz Drumming Workshop with Hamir Atwal Drummer Hamir Atwal provides insight into developing jazz vocabulary, exploring musical concepts as applied to the drumset from the bebop era to the present day. Topics include: supporting and interacting with other instruments in a musical context; time/feel, form, free form/ improvisation and resolution points; transcription ideas; and the history of some important jazz figures who developed different approaches to keeping time and soloing on the drumset. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Hamir has been an active educator/clinician at the Peabody Institute, Oberlin Conservatory, the Stanford Jazz Workshop, and the California Institute of the Arts. Hamir is an active endorser of DREAM Cymbals and has played and/or recorded with Joe Lovano, Michael Formanek, Bill Laswell and Ben Goldberg. Sunday, September 25, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

TRADES ANYONE? with Alan Hall Trading fours, eights and choruses with band mates can be one of the most rewarding and exciting moments on the bandstand. In this workshop we’ll discuss and practice different strategies, listen to examples, and check out some transcriptions. You’ll leave full of ideas and approaches you can use for a lifetime.

HYBRID DRUM SETS with Brian Rice Drummer/percussionist Brian Rice will set up and demonstrate several hybrid drum sets, incorporating the cajón and other percussion instruments useful for various Brazilian styles and beyond. Get ideas for developing your own hybrid set, based on the music you play and instruments you have and learn some helpful techniques and independence exercises. Brian is a highly acclaimed performer, educator and recording artist adept at numerous musical styles ranging from classical and jazz, to Latin, Afro-Cuban and Brazilian, to contemporary and experimental music. Brian currently performs with Mike Marshall and Choro Famoso, Wake the Dead, Cascada de Flores, Michael Smolens and Bal du Kor and One World Music. Sunday, October 23, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

FOCUS: THE DRUMSET SET-UP with Alan Hall If we’re not comfortable on the drum set, then we can’t play relaxed. If we can’t play relaxed, we won’t play musically. Having trouble figuring out your best set-up? Let’s dig into this overlooked aspect of drum set playing. We’ll discuss issues like pedal tension, angles and distances in our set-up, and address anatomical/physical factors. Saturday, November 19, 11 am – 1 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

Long-time Jazzschool faculty member Alan Hall has performed extensively in a wide range of styles with many top artists. He is also the author of Internalization, an innovative jazz drumming method book. Saturday, October 22, 11 am – 1 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

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THE ART OF BRUSH PLAYING with Jon Arkin Brushes 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. Additional areas of discussion include the ways that brushes can open one’s playing up to new ideas, dynamics and interactive possibilities. Open to all drummers, as well as any musician interested in learning basic time playing with brushes. Jon Arkin is an in-demand drummer on the Bay Area jazz scene and is highly regarded for his sense of feel, touch and creativity in jazz and other contexts. He routinely receives high praise as an educator from students taking his “Musical Drummer” course at the Jazzschool. Sunday, November 6, 2 – 4 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

SAXOPHONE MAKING THE SAXOPHONE SWING with Anton Schwartz This workshop for woodwind players explores how to make your phrases swing from a technical standpoint. Anton Schwartz presents different flavors of swinging, from down and dirty to light and nimble, and considers the various tools used to create them: rhythmic variation, accents, articulations and inflections. Participants listen to recorded examples and live demonstrations, and apply the ideas on their instruments. Appropriate for saxophonists, flutists and clarinetists. Bring your instrument (optional but encouraged). Saturday, October 22, 2:30 – 5 pm $40 advance, $55 day of workshop

james mahone SAXOPHONE EMBOUCHURE DEVELOPMENT AND PRACTICING WITH DRONES with James Mahone A stable, relaxed embouchure is the key to getting the most out of your saxophone playing. The first hour of this workshop will focus on ways to build and strengthen the embouchure: 1. Working with the mouthpiece alone 2. Utilizing long tone and overtone exercises to build stability and flexibility 3. “Singing” into the horn Hour two will be devoted to exploring different ways to utilize drones in practice: 1. Ear training 2. Playing scales and arpeggios 3. “Modal” improvising with drones Saxophonist James Mahone first developed an international reputation recording and touring with Black Note (Columbia and Impulse!) in the mid ’90s. Since that time he has performed alongside many great jazz musicians including Wynton Marsalis, Billy Higgins, Josh Redman and countless others. Since recently relocating to the Bay Area after several years in Japan, he has become an in-demand sideman working with Akira Tana, Marcus Shelby, Dr. Mitch Butler and others. Sunday, September 25, 11 am – 1 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

GUITAR BEGINNING BOSSA NOVA GUITAR with Ian Faquini This workshop covers basic guitar chord shapes and progressions common in Brazilian music by examining the songs of great composers such as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, Baden Powell, Dorival Caymmi and others. The instructor also demonstrates essential Brazilian rhythms including bossa nova, samba, baiao, frevo, and toada. Prerequisites: Students should have some experience with basic chords and an interest in Brazilian music. Sunday, September 18, 2 – 4 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

SOLO JAZZ GUITAR with Jeff Massanari In this workshop, we’ll look at a variety of useful arranging techniques that will improve your ability to combine melody with chords for a complete solo guitar sound. From drop 2 and drop 3 voicings to some more sophisticated ideas you will leave with practical ideas for creating new solo guitar arrangements. Bay Area-based guitarist Jeff Massanari studied at Berklee College of Music and has performed with Mark Inouye (San Francisco Symphony), Akira Tana, Kenny Washington, Pamela Rose, Wally Schnalle, Mary Wilson, Keely Smith, Kim Nalley and Denise Perrier to name a few. Sunday, October 2, 2 – 4 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

INTERMEDIATE BOSSA NOVA GUITAR with Ian Faquini In this workshop for guitarists familiar with the basics of Bossa Nova style, Ian Faquini will share approaches to solo guitar and chord melody, covering voice leading, counterpoint, arrangement techniques, harmony, and ways to make sure the song and melody are clearly conveyed to the listener. A graduate of the California Jazz Conservatory, Ian Faquini has become one of the most unique and respected guitarists specializing in Brazilian music in the San Francisco Bay Area, demonstrating rare chordal technique and a special delicate touch on very difficult pieces. His last few summers have been spent in Brazil, where he has performed and studied with some of that country’s greatest guitarists, including Marcus Tardelli, Guinga, and others. Ian recently joined the faculty at the California Jazz Conservatory and is a long time faculty member of California Brazil Camp. Saturday, October 29, 11 am – 1 pm $30 advance, $45 day of workshop

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

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Fall 2016 Concert Series Check out what’s happening in our intimate 100-seat venue — national stars, faculty-led groups and students. TITO GONZALEZ

Fri 8pm

Jazz and Poetry (Amos White and Dillon Vado) $15

Sat 8pm

Ridgeway Arts Presents Tammy Scheffer $18

Sun 4:30pm Mehmet Polat Trio $18

Fri 8pm

Wesla Whitfield with Mike Greensill $15

11 Sun 4:30pm SFEMS – New Esterhazy Quartet $20 16 Fri 8pm

Tammy Hall $18

17 Sat 8pm

Judy Wexler $18

18 Sun 4:30pm Justin Rock $15 23 Fri 8pm

Noel Jewkes $15

24 Sat 8pm

Amy X Neuburg $15

SEPTEMBER

10 Sat 8pm

Masaru Koga $15

25 Sun 4:30pm CJC Benefit Concert $15 Vocal Jam Session $10

30 Fri 8pm

Ian Faquini and Paula Santoro CD Release $18

Sat 8pm

Lorraine Feather and Russ Ferrante $15

Sun 4:30pm LJT Trio with Kathy Blackburn and Mad Duran $12

Sun 7pm

Blues Vocal Jam $10

Fri 8pm

Rent Romus’ Life’s Blood Ensemble $15

Sat 8pm

Sandy Cressman and Homenagem Brasileira $15

14 Fri 8pm

Tiffany Austin $15

15 Sat 8pm

Howard Wiley $15

21 Fri 8pm

Jeff Denson Quartet — Concentric Circles CD Release $18

22 Sat 8pm

Mark Winkler $15

OCTOBER

25 Sun 7pm

WESLA WHITFIELD

MEHMET POLAT TRIO

JASON LEVIS

TAMMY HALL

23 Sun 7pm

Vocal Jam Session $10

28 Fri 8pm

Tito Gonzalez $15

29 Sat 8pm

Maya Kronfeld $12

30 Sun 4:30pm Lyle Link $15

Fri 8pm

Michael Zaninovich $15

Sat 8pm

Dick Hindman $15

Sun 4:30pm Matt Slocum Trio with Dayna Stephens & Steve Cotter $18

Sun 7pm

Blues Vocal Jam $10

Fri 8pm

Jason Levis with Joseph’s Bones $15

12 Sat 8pm

13 Sun 4:30pm Alex Conde $20

18 Sat 8pm

Ruthie Price $15

19 Sat 8pm

Kat Parra Latin World Ensemble $15

20 Sun 4:30pm SFEMS — Les Violettes $20

20 Sun 7pm

2–4 various times Jazzschool Young Musicians’ Program Free

Jennifer Jolly $15

NOVEMBER

23 Sun 4:30pm Tony Lindsay $18

OCTOBER

Vocal Jam Session $10

9–11 various 16–17 times

California Jazz Conservatory $10 Student Performances

18 Sun 4:30pm TrumpetSuperGroup $15

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DECEMBER

5–15 various Jazzschool Community Music School Free times Student Performances

JCMS Faculty 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. 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 David Belove (bass) Studied at SF State and San Francisco Conservatory 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.

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rich armstrong Steve Blum (piano) B.M. CSU Long Beach, M.F.A. California Institute of the Arts. Performer, composer, music director and educator. Student of David Roitstein, Alfred Ladzekpo, Joe LaBarbera, Wadada Leo Smith, Larry Koonse, and Charlie Haden. Recorded and/ or performed with Vinny Golia, Tony Clifton, Blockrad, A Giraffe, Keen Inkling, Steve Blum’s Keyboarchestra, Disappear Incompletely, See-Saw Trio, and more. 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

JCMS Faculty

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 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 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 performing 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.

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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 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, performing 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.

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jennifer jolly 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. 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

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Jennifer Jolly (keyboards) Performer, educator, session musician, composer, Performer, educator, choral/musical theater accompanist. Specialist in American roots styles (New Orleans & Louisiana, blues, boogie-woogie, country), funk, R&B, and Caribbean and African music. Currently performing with Kotoja, Zulu Spear, Big B & His Snakeoil Saviors, The Jolly Gibsons, and several other Bay Area groups. Frequent guest performer with Tom Rigney & Flambeau. Previous performance credits include Phil Lesh (Grateful Dead), Barbara Dane, Hot Links. Faculty instructor at Cazadero Family Camp since 1999. B.A., UC Berkeley. 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 Raz Kennedy (voice) A founding member of Bobby McFerrin’s Voicestra, Raz Kennedy is best known for coaching many Bay Area and internationally known artists including Adam Duritz of Counting Crows, Narada Michael Walden (producer for Whitney, Aretha and Mariah), Los Tigres Del Norte, Hilary Duff, Lynn Asher, Spencer Day, Jasmine Guy, members of Metallica, Lavay Smith, James Nash of the Waybacks, Pollyanna Bush and many others! 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

frank martin Dave Le Febvre (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 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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Jeff Massanari (guitar) Four years performance and composition coursework at Berklee College of Music. Performed with Mark Inouye and the San Francisco Symphony, Kenny Washington, Pamela Rose, Wally Schnalle, Mary Wilson, Keely Smith, Kim Nalley and Denise Perrier. Appeared at the Umbria Jazz Festival, Beijing Conservatory, Davies Symphony Hall, Stern Grove, SFJAZZ Center, Yoshi’s, Monterey Jazz Festival, San Jose Jazz Festival and Theatre Works. Taught at UC Berkeley, The Jazzschool, Redwood High, Bruce Forman’s Jazzmaster series, Jazz Camp West and Blue Bear School of Music. Erika Oba (piano, flute) M.A. in Music Composition, Mills College, B.M. in Jazz Piano Performance, Oberlin Conservatory. Composer, pianist/flutist, and educator based in the East Bay. Member of the Montclair Women’s Big Band, the Mara Performance Collective, Ends Meat’ Catastrophe Jazz Ensemble, and the Oba/Bastian duo. Carl Oser (voice) Magna cum laude graduate of the USC Thornton School of Music (BA Jazz Voice). Studies with Russell Ferrante, John Daversa, and Peter Horvath. Former visiting professor, Universidad San Francisco de Quito (Quito, Ecuador). www.CarlOserMusic.com 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

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ricardo peixoto 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

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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 Pamela Rose (voice) B.A., UC Berkeley. Jazz and blues vocalist, songwriter, recording artist. Recent performances include Monterey Jazz Festival, SFJAZZ, Grammy Foundation, 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 Dave Scott (trumpet) M.A. in Trumpet Performance, U. of Northern Colorado; B.A. in Instrumental Music, U. of Michigan. National performing and recording artist, jazz, classical idioms. Performs with: Glide Memorial Church Change Band; Brass Monkey Brass Band; TRUMPETSUPERGROUP (founder); Dave Scott Jazz Quartet. Currently adjunct faculty at: Sonoma State University (Instructor of Trumpet); Berkeley City College (Humanities Dept Jazz History); and San Francisco State University (Brass Methods, Jazz Arranging). www.davescott.org 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 international 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

jackie rago 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. 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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Individual Gifts

2015 – 2016 Individual Gifts The California Jazz Conservatory wishes to thank the following individuals for their generous support, enabling us to offer comprehensive, high quality educational programs. (Gifts received from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016) SUSTAINING BENEFACTORS ($50,000 AND ABOVE) Edward & Camille Penhoet

DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE ($25,000 – $49,999) Anonymous (2) J. Tyler & Melanie Johnston Michael & Ann Parker

BENEFACTORS CIRCLE ($10,000 – $24,999) Jamey Aebersold Susan & Jeffrey Brand Sy & Bonnie Grossman Bannus & Cecily Hudson Donn Logan & Marcy Li Wong Jennifer Maxwell Gregg Perloff of Another Planet Entertainment Neil Rudolph & Susan Cluff Murray & Helen Sibley

PATRONS CIRCLE ($5,000 – $9,999) Anonymous Mary Ford & Rob Lewis Jeffrey Goodby Rita Hargrave Jim & Ruth Reynolds

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SPONSORS CIRCLE ($1,000 – $4,999) Anonymous (5) Steven & Denise Baker Cindy Canup Charles & Margaret Charnas June Cheit Leslie Crary & Andrew Stoloff Lois De Domenico Jacquelin & Sheafe Ewing Sherie Friedlander Chip Isaac III Barbara Ivins & John Hughes Eric & Simone Lang Hoil Lee Evan Liu

Bertram Lubin & Vivian Scharlach Larry & Corinne Marcus Bob & Sue Mertens Ivan, Maris & Harry Meyerson Ernie Mieger Deborah O’Grady & John Adams John S. Osterweis Angela Palermo Jim & Ruth Reynolds – in memory of Sy Grossman Linda Rostoker Ruth Shapiro Jennifer & Michael Thyen Michael Yovino-Young & Alison Teeman

FRIENDS CIRCLE ($500 – $999) Anonymous

Nick Lamb & Family

Manuela Albuquerque & Christopher McKenzie

Josh Novic John & Barbara Papini

Kathy Blackburn & Dan Sidbury

Mary Paradiso

Donald Briggs

Susanna Maria Porte

Daniel Callaway & Karen Laws

Chris & Lori Potter

Jonathan & Jennifer Catlett

Mark Priven

Yanek Chiu – in memory of Sy Grossman

Pamela Rose Madeline Sheron

Patti Cole - in memory of Sy Grossman

Laura Steinman & Willem Villet

Sandy & Jeff Cressman

Theresa Walker-Mullings

Eva & Martin Ewing

Katherine Westine & George Davis II

Mary Fettig

Sheila Wishek

David & Lucia Gill

Evie & Gordon Wozniak

Sakiko Kono

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Individual Gifts

FRIENDS CIRCLE ($250 – $499) Anonymous Demetrios Agretelis Bill & Rosie Aron Debra & Arthur Bakal Margie Baker Jennifer Burroughs & Michael Rowe – in memory of Sy Grossman

Thomas & Marcie Charlesworth Jean Marie Circiello Lawrence E. Crooks Michael Darby & Toni Martin Kyle Davy & Karen Yencich Richard Dingman Lori & Michael Ferguson George & Ann Gaebler Catherine Hartshorn & Richard Buxbaum Rex Hesner & Susan Torrence Christopher Johnson Mark & Sherralyn Klein Tienne Lee Masako & Francisco Leon Laura Mahanes & Steven Weissman Helen M. Marcus and David J. Williamson Fund Merideth & Tom Marschak Hugh Njemanze Jim Pickrell & Carolyn Woolley Debbie Poryes Stephane Prunet David & Mary Ramos Debra Resnik Carl Resnikoff Ralph Rodriguez José Romero Jonathan Schiele & Christina Nypaver Tomas Schoenberg - in honor of Arabelle Schoenberg

Beth Ann & Michael Ward Mark & Jessica Zitter

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FRIENDS CIRCLE ($100 – $249) Anonymous (2) Paul & Judy Allrich Hans & June Andersen Richard & Nancy Anderson Dave Backenstoe Ted Bakowsky Judith Berger Ralph & Gail Bernstein – in memory of Sy Grossman

John Dobby Boe Arlene Boyd Jeffrey Briss Gretchen Brosius Cherilyn Brunetti & Daniel Levine Bert & Lois Carelli Shanna Carlson Mike Charlasch & Hélène Côté Larry Chinn – in memory of Buddy Barnhill

Norris Clement & Diane Bessell Maria A. Cordell Larry Cruz Karen Dabrusin John Degele Jim Dunbar Matthew Fabela Ann Farrell Fred & Sue Fischer Robert Freeman Richard Fregulia., Jr. Marjorie Gelb & Mark Aaronson Phyllis Goldsmith, John Link & Eli Goldlink Mario Guarneri Roy Halliday – in memory of Sy Grossman

Patty Hammond Brad Haywood Curt Hill Adrienne Hirt & Jeffrey Rodman Catherine Hogan Steve & Angelita Holland Kathleen Holliday Steven Horowitz John Houghton

Angharad Jones Paul Kagawa Christina Kellogg Daniel & Amy Knight R. & L. Korsan Joel Kreisberg & Wendy Buffett Robert Lanz Philip Lieb Michael Lucey Daryl Lura & Susan Sasaki Tim Lynch Susan Marinoff & Thomas Schrag Christopher Martinez Toni Mayer & Alan Lazere Karen & Paul McArdle Greg McCall Bill & Suzanne McLean Christopher Meehan Michael Meehan Nancy Merritt Tony Miceli Ruth & Ronald Miguel George Miller Zach Mondlick & Susana Pineda Bob Murphy Jeffrey Neighbor Bu Nygrens Esti Ollerman, Cindy Bandur, Rob & Pat Cook Rosenberg, Eric & Ellen Schnur – in memory of Sy Grossman

Mario Pola Stephen Pope Norman Postone Jerry Povse Jon Rantzman Barb Reynolds Mike Rissi Barry Robertson Irwin Ross – in memory of Sy Grossman

Mary Anne Schissel Thom & Betty Seaton - in honor of Michael & Ann Parker

Bryan Seet The Seidlitz/Orenstein Family Eric Siegel

Individual Gifts

Rae Ann Stahl John and Yee-wan Stevens in memory of Sy Grossman

Jan Stevens Jill Suttie & Don Arbitblit Leslie Tchaikovsky David Vliet Jeanne Walpole Barry Warren & Tom Brougham George & Sandy Wieland Yehudit Greg & Kiyomi Yim Gary Zellerbach Jamie Zimmerman FRIENDS CIRCLE ($50 – $99) Anonymous (4) Randy Barnett Erin Barrite Kathleen Barrows Jacque Bibeau Joshua Bleier David Bonaccorso Gloria Bowles Tammy Button Allan & Jennifer Daly Marilyn Day Ellen Florey Douglas Fong Karen Frick Vicki Friedberg Vinaya Gokarn Deborah Gordon - in honor of Eileen Hansen

Gina Harris Margaret Henderson Leslie Heyden Jim & Maddie Hogan Allen Hopkins Hallie Hughes Jarrell Irvin Jane Kagon Katharine Kates Aaron Kaufmann Emily Klion & George Brooks Bob Knight Doug MacKenzie Gautam Makani Christopher Michel Lambros Paraschos James Paxson

Ray G. Perman Mike & Kim Schulist Karen Severo Bob Sharman Tom Silva Neal Snyder James & Donna Storey Patrice Valdivieso Don Veca Robin Washington Henry Weinstein Kara Wright & James Lawrence FRIENDS CIRCLE ($1 – $49) Anonymous (8) Michael Bachmann Lisa Bailey Julie Balot – in memory of Gene Balot

Mara Bathiany Thomas Bergman John Bergman Linda Blachman Fred Booke Michael Burles Christine Burrill Karen Buttwinick Judith & Burton Calder Wade Cartwright Philip Casey Leslie Clot Digne de Lenea Steve DeMello Ben Deovlet John di Bene Ben Eiseman Lorraine Curtis Eleccion Scott Elia Michelle Eliker Susan Fadlety Rebecca Faiola Robin Ferguson Erle Flad Bonnie Fraenza Geroncio Galicia Brad Gallien Gerard Family Jamie Goddard Elizabeth Gould Jennifer Gustafson

Ian Halifax Kathie Hammond David Hodul & Angelica Stacy Barry Honore Sue Horn Florence Hultgren - in memory of Helen Sibley

Betty Ishida Carolynn Kimura David Kittams Gerhart Kneissl Matthew Kolaczkowski Patt Kudo Paul Linden Craig London Lisa Lum Richard Maldonado Frances Martin Lucia Massoni Sean McCleary Andrew Michaelis Teddy Milder Joe Mumm Tom Nicastro Thomas O’Leary Dan Poff Julia Pombo Leverett Pope Timothy Quayle Mary Reynolds Kristine Rivera Linda Shapiro Tina Smelser Jeanne Smith Julia Smith Tom Spalding Karla Spormann & Brian Kirby Gyula Sziraczky Arthur Tashiro Peter Thorner Doug Traub Terrell Tucker Amy Ukena Edelle Vartan - in memory of Sy Grossman

Fred Weed Cameron White Janis Workman Min Yan Sonny Zanchetta Jan Zeleski

Gifts from Foundations, Corporations, and Government Agencies The California Jazz Conservatory wishes to thank the following foundations, corporations and government agencies for their generous support, enabling us to offer comprehensive, high quality educational programs. (Gifts received from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016) DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE ($50,000 – $99,999) The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation

BENEFACTORS CIRCLE ($10,000 – $49,999) The Bernard Osher Foundation Koret Foundation The Whitman Family Foundation The William Ellis Robinson Foundation

PATRONS CIRCLE ($5,000 – $9,999) City of Berkeley Zalec Familian & Lilian Levinson Foundation

SPONSORS CIRCLE ($1,000 – $4,999) Bill Graham Supporting Foundation Fleishhacker Foundation

FRIENDS CIRCLE ($100 – $999) Golden Pacific Home Loans Inc. Marshall Kirk McKusick & Eric P. Allman Foundation Schwab Family Fund Silvergate Investment Group

GIFTS IN KIND: July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016 Anonymous (2) Peter B. Allen The Blankenship Family – in memory of Clarence Joseph and Eleanor Mai Blankenship Lee Brenkman Andrea Claburn Brent Donaldson Chris Gilmer

Paul Janoff Jazzcaffè Ellen Kim & Tim Anderson Todd Lorenz Carol Maga Dean & Joanne Muench Laura Murra Pandora Media Poulson Gluck Design

David & Mary Ramos Carl Resnikoff John Rosenberg Drew Sibley Eric Siegel Michael Yovino-Young & Alison Teeman Valentino Zegna Baruffa

Gifts, Grants & Scholarships

Scholarship Funds (Gifts received from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016)

THE ANGELO J. MONTESANO SCHOLARSHIP FUND

DICK CONTE JAZZ PIANO SCHOLARSHIP FUND

This scholarship fund has been established in memory of beloved Bay Area jazz aficionado Angelo J. Montesano.

This fund was established in honor of noted Bay Area jazz pianist and radio luminary Dick Conte.

Friends of Angelo (2016 Memorial Concert) Joanne Montesano Kenneth & Debra Montesano

BLACK YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND This 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. Susan Sharfman Valerie Stoll Schwimmer Emily Tincher - in memory of Russ Tincher Diane L. Wyatt

Anonymous Stephen Massey Rose Healy Gerald Pearlman Kathleen Lawton Michele Seville & Dick Conte Art Lazanoff Sandra Marlowe - in memory of Dorothy Martin

EDDIE MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Named in honor of legendary Bay Area drummer Eddie Marshall, this scholarship is awarded to deserving drummers of all ages and levels based on a combination of merit and need. Anonymous Bayard & Nancy Allmond

Vince Lateano & Madeline Eastman

BOB PARLOCHA SCHOLARSHIP FUND This scholarship fund was created in honor of Bob Parlocha, former KJAZ and WFMT radio announcer, jazz historian and tenor saxophonist. Funds support the Young Musicians Program. Anonymous Gail Bower John Fish Katharine Flynn Lawrence Green Marcia Hodges Carmen Iannaccone Joel Karp Eric Leca Lewis Petrinovich

William Powers Masako Reynolds Tim & Heidi Sanders Steven & Margaret Smith Elise Thomas & Paul Radosevich Angela Wesley Paul Wheeler Diane Williford

GIRLS’ AND WOMEN’S CAMPS SCHOLARSHIP FUND This scholarship fund was established in memory of cherished guitarist and longtime Jazzschool student Barbara Fitzpatrick to offset the cost of tuition for Girls’ and Women’s Jazz and Blues Camps.

BUD SPANGLER SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Anonymous (5) Simone Brumis Kay Eskenazi Nancy Geimer & Chris Vance Judy & James Gillivan Girls’ Camp Families Jessica Gonzalez Jennifer Jolly Nicola Muscettola

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.

ORRIN KEEPNEWS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

John Dale

Jayne Nichols Marilyn O’Toole Kathleen Ryan Susan Sasaki Ruth Shapiro Students Rock Foundation Danielle & Gary Wohl Women’s Camp Families

This scholarship, honoring legendary record producer Orrin Keepnews, provides financial support for deserving CJC students. Martha Egan Keepnews David Vliet

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Trustees & Staff BOARD OF DIRECTORS

DIRECTORS EMERITUS Denny Abrams

Susan Brand, Chairman

Sherie Friedlander

Tyler Johnston, Vice Chairman

Sy Grossman

Richard A. Lyons, Secretary

Vaughan Johnson

Neil Rudolph, Treasurer

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Instructions and Application To enroll in the JCMS Fall Quarter, please read these important instructions! For courses that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 ENSEMBLES Admission is based on a confidential, friendly 20-minute placement audition to determine where students are best suited to play or sing. Placement auditions address studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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 SCHEDULES Given prestigious national and international 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 POLICY Course 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 drop@cjc.edu 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 exceptions please! Please note: Refunds may take up to 30 days to process. Please visit cjc.edu/policies for more information.

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