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INTRODUCTION
Overview 2
JazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool 4
Introduction&Calendar 6
ADULT PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES
Jazz 8
Latin 1 1
Brazilian 12
BluesWorld,Funk 13
ADULT INSTRUMENTAL COURSES
Piano&Keyboards 14
Harmonica 16
Woodwinds 16
Guitar 16
Bass 19
Drums&Percussion 20
FacultyProfile:SteveBlum 22
THEORY, IMPROVISATION & COMPOSITION
Theory&Improvisation 23
Composition&Arranging 24
ADULT VOCAL COURSES
Introduction&Calendar 25
Performance 26
Technique&Musicianship 30
Composition 30
YoungSingers 30
VocalMentorProgram 3 1
VocalWorkshops 32
YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAM
Introduction&Calendar 35
GeneralInformation 36
Placement&Auditions 37
InstrumentalEnsembles 38
VocalCourses 39
WORKSHOPS
ContemporaryJazzImprovSeries 40
ImprovisingonJazzStandardsSeries 42
GuitarMasterClassSeries 44
DrumSetMasterClassSeries 46
PianoMasterClassSeries 48
Theory&Improvisation 50
Wellness 54
Vibes 54
SUMMER CAMPS & INTENSIVES
SummerYouthProgram 56
HighSchoolJazzIntensive 57
Girls'Jazz&BluesCamp 58
SummerVocalIntensive 59
CONCERTS
SpringConcertSeries 60
FACULTY
JazzschoolCMSFaculty 62
GIFTS, GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
SupporttheCJC 68
IndividualGifts 70
Foundations&CorporateGifts 74
GiftsIn-Kind 74
ScholarshipFunds 75
BOARD, STAFF & ENROLLMENT
JazzschoolTrustees&Staff 76
Instructions&Application 78
Note: Course, workshop and concert schedules subject to change. Please visit cjc.edu for current information.
SPRING 2017 CATALOG PRODUCTION
Design PoulsonGluckDesign
Writing&editing RobEwing,LaurieAntonioli
Photography LincolnAdler,StefanHack, JaneHiggins,AkidaThomas&others
Photoresearch SherylLynnThomas
Printing FolgerGraphics
Cover JesseRimler,illustration
Table of Contents
BM in Jazz StudiesAA in Jazz Studies
Concentrations in Brazilian Jazz
North American Roots Music Audio Production
• Performing & recording opportunities
• Jazz theory and improvisation
• Composition and arranging
• Vocal performance classes
• Transcription and analysis
• Aural and technical skills
• Instrumental ensembles
• Music technology
• Music business
• Pedagogy
• History
Accepting applications from
instrumentalists and vocalists
for Fall 2017.
EARN A BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN JAZZ STUDIES
[email protected] or 510.845.5373
2087 Addison St., Berkeley, CA 94704
Fantasy Studios is theexclusive recordingfacility of the CJCeducation programs.
cjc.edu
Study with
world-renowned faculty
including artists-in-residence
Edward Simon & Luciana Souza
2 Call 510.845.5373 Enroll online at cjc.edu 3
JCMS YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAMTheJazzschoolYoungMusiciansProgram
offersmiddleandhighschoolstudentsof
allskilllevelsawidevarietyofcombos,
bigbandsandvocalperformancecourses
throughouttheentireyear,aswellas
campsduringthesummer.Selectensem-
blesparticipateinnationalcompetitions,
andJazzschoolbandshaveroutinelytaken
topawardsfromDownBeat,theMonterey
NextGenerationJazzFestivalandothers.
WORKSHOPSVisitingartistsandJazzschoolfaculty
leadfascinatingandpracticalworkshops,
typicallyasinglesessionoftwoorthree
hoursinlengthandheldonSaturdays
andSundays.Contentmayfocusonany
specificaspectofjazztheoryorperfor-
mance,suchasplayinginoddtime
signaturesortheartofvocalimprovisa-
tion.Pastworkshopshavebeentaught
byprominentmusiciansfromBobby
McFerrintoDaveLiebman,JanisSiegel,
PeterErskine,SheilaJordan,NguyênLê
andothers.
CONCERTSTheCJCfacilityincludesanintimate
venuewithseatingcapacityof100.
Throughouttheyear,facultyandstudents
performforthepublic,providingareal-
worldincubatorfordevelopingnew
conceptsandgainingaudienceexposure
inthecompetitiveBayAreaenvironment.
High-profileartistshaveperformedat
theschool,includingTerenceBlanchard,
ArtLande,KimNalley,TaylorEigsti,
SachalVasandaniandmanymore.
CJC BOOKSTORETheCJC’sin-houseretailstoreisatreasure
troveofjazz-relatedreadingandlistening
materials.Itprovidesstudents,teachers
andthepublicwithconvenientaccessto
extraordinarybooks,recordings,videos
andaccessories.
JAZZCAFFÈLocatedwithintheCJCfacility,the
Jazzcaffèservesupdelectablefare
forstudentsandvisitorstoenjoya
convenientbitetoeat.Achanging
menufeatureshouse-madesoups,salads
andsandwiches,aswellasbeer,wine,
espressoanddesserts.Dropbyfor
agreatmealtomatchthegreatmusic!
TRANSPORTATIONTheCJCiseasilyaccessiblebycarand
publictransportation.Thedowntown
BerkeleyBARTstationandACTransitbus
stopsarewithinablock.Thereisapublic
parkinggaragejustafewstepsawayon
Addison,inadditiontometeredstreet
parkingthroughouttheneighborhood.
OverviewThe California Jazz Conservatory
is an innovative nonprofit organi-
zation dedicated to the study and
performance of jazz — America’s
indigenous art form — and related
styles of music from around the
world. Founded in 1997, the
institution has recently been
granted accreditation by the
National Association of Schools
of Music (NASM), making it the
only accredited, stand-alone
conservatory devoted to jazz
studies in the United States. The
school is located in the heart of
the vibrant Downtown Berkeley
Arts District, home to Berkeley
Rep, the Freight & Salvage and
many other arts organizations.
Hailed as one of the nation’s most
comprehensive schools of jazz
and related styles of music, the
CJC offers instrumentalists and
vocalists of all ages and skill levels
a broad spectrum of performance
ensembles, lectures, workshops
and private instruction. Courses
are designed for the professional
musician, the serious student
and the jazz aficionado seeking
personal enrichment. A multi-
faceted institution, the CJC
comprises several key
components:
CALIFORNIA JAZZ CONSERVATORYTheCaliforniaJazzConservatoryisamusic
schoolofferingtheaspiringprofessional
acomprehensive4-yeardegreeprogram
culminatingintheBachelorofMusicinJazz
Studies.TheCJCprovidesachallenging
curriculumofperformance,jazztheoryand
improvisation,eartraining,composition,
arranging,transcriptionandanalysis,and
musichistorycourses,taughtbyprofes-
sionalartistsandeducators.Coursework
alsoincludesmusicbusiness,music
technologyandfinancialplanning,
thoroughlypreparingstudentsfora
fulfillingcareerintheperformingarts.
JAZZSCHOOL COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL (JCMS)TheJCMSprovidesmusiceducationand
performanceopportunitiesforpeopleof
allagesandlevelsofability.Consisting
ofthe JCMS Adult Music Programand
theJCMS Young Musicians Program,the
JCMSoperatesyear-roundonaquarterly
basisandoffersover100ensembles,
coursesandworkshopstobuildallaspects
ofmusicianship.Studentsareroutinely
featuredinconcertperformances,open
tothepublic.Withaformidablefaculty
ofrenownedmusiciansandeducators,the
JCMSisacornerstoneoftheBayArea’s
thrivingmusicscene.
JCMS ADULT MUSIC PROGRAMTheJazzschoolAdultMusicProgramoffers
life-enrichingopportunitiestolearnabout
andplayjazzandrelatedstylesofmusic
fromthroughouttheworld.Coursesare
availableforbothinstrumentalistsand
vocalists,andeveryonefromyoungadult
toseniorcitizeniswelcome.Instruction
andperformancesoccurprimarilyinlate
afternoons,eveningsandonweekends,
makingtheprogrameasilyaccessibleto
theworkingprofessional.
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Jazzschool Young Musicians ProgramTheJYMPoffersarangeofcoursesfor
middleandhighschoolstudents.JYMP
ensemblesareavailableforbeginning,
intermediateandadvancedinstrumental-
ists.Theprogramincludessmallgroups
focusedonimprovisationandbigbands
thatdelveintostyleandrepertoire.Vocal
performancescoursesarealsoavailable.
JYMPensembleshaverepeatedlytaken
DownBeatstudentmusicawardsand
beenhonoredatprestigiousjazzfestivals
intheUSandabroad.Aplacement
auditionisrequired.
WorkshopsJCMSworkshopsprovideintensive
instructioninasingletwo-orthree-hour
session.LedbyvisitingartistsandJCMS
faculty,workshopstypicallyfocusona
specificaspectofjazz,suchasmusic
transcriptiontechniquesortheartofvocal
accompaniment.Prominentmusicians
includingRichieBeirach,GretchenParlato,
TaylorEigsti,MikeClarkandothershave
taughtpastworkshops. FacultyAdistinguishedfacultyofprofessional
musiciansandeducatorsleadsJCMS
coursesandworkshops.Oureducators
haveplayedwithsomeofthemusic
world’sbiggestnames,includingSting,
PatMetheny,JoeHenderson,RayCharles,
DaveLiebman,CarlosSantana,McCoy
Tyner,PeteEscovedo,DianaKrall,Eddie
Palmieri,HerbieHancock,Branford
Marsalis,JoeyDeFrancesco,Bobby
Hutcherson,JohnMayer,StevieWonder
andcountlessothers.
Enrollment JCMSclasssizeislimitedandmany
coursesareavailableonafirst-come-
first-servedbasis.Weencourageyouto
registerearlyandguaranteeyourspot!
Youcanenrollonlineatcjc.edu orcall
510.845.5373.Anapplicationformalso
appearsonpage79.
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, 10 weeks in the
spring and 7 weeks in the summer.
Performance EnsemblesJCMSperformanceensemblesdelve
intoawiderangeofstylesincludingjazz
(standards,hard-bop,post-bop,fusion),
Latinjazz,Brazilian,blues,r&b,funk,pop
andBalkan(easternEuropean).Ensembles
areavailableforinstrumentalistsand
vocalistsatthebeginning,intermediate
andadvancedlevels.Groupsrangeinsize
fromthetriotothebigband.Aplacement
auditionisrequired.
Instrumental CoursesJCMSinstrumentalcoursesprovidestudy
ofaspecificinstrumentinagroupsetting.
Coursesareavailableforsaxophone,
harmonica,piano/keyboard,guitar,bass
anddrums/percussion.Instructionis
availableforbeginners(coveringbasic
techniqueandinstrumentalskills)andalso
formoreadvancedplayers(focusedonjazz
style,harmony,improvisationandmore).
Theory, Improvisation and CompositionTheJCMSoffersmanycoursesinareas
includingtheory,improvisation,ear
training,compositionandarranging,music
production,musicbusinessandmore.
Vocal CoursesJCMSvocalcoursesprovideanopportunity
forsingersatalllevelstoimprovestyleand
techniqueinagroupsetting.Performance
coursesareofferedinjazz,Latin,blues,r&b
andpopgenres.Completebeginners,
singersreturningtomusic,andmore
advancedvocalistscanallfindcourses
appropriatefortheirinterests.
Jazzschool Community Music School
4
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Message from the DirectorIrecentlycameacrossanintriguingarticleinthe
December31,2016issueoftheNewYorkTimestitled
“HowtoBecomea'Superager'."AuthorLisaBarrett
contendsasweage,someofusexperienceincreased
forgetfulnessanddwindlingattentionspans,while
othersmaintainmentalacuityintoour80sand
beyondonparwithhealthy25-year-olds.Shereports
thatthroughtheuseofMRIscans,researchers,
seekingtounderstandthisphenomenonamong
peopleofsimilarages,identifiedphysicaldifferences
inparticularregionsofthebrain.Theyfoundthatin
thehealthiestindividuals'brains,theseregionsare
thicker.Basedontheirfindings,theymaintainthat
thewaytostrengthentheseareasisthroughregular
strenuousmentalandphysicalactivity.
Practicingamusicalinstrumentisaperfectexampleofataskthatrequiresthislevelof
diligence!Forplayersdedicatedtothestudyandpracticeofjazz,I’msurewecanallagree
thatitcanbementallyandphysicallystrenuousattimes.Thismusicisn’teasyandthere
aretimeswhenhardpracticingisfrustrating.However,thepayoffisimmenseaswedevelop
theabilitytoplaywithheightenedskillandexpressiveness,whileenhancingourmental
andphysicalwell-being.Sopracticehard,everyone!Let’sgetasgoodaspossible,together.
IlookforwardtoseeingyouinclassthisSpring!
RobEwing
Director,JazzschoolCommunityMusicSchool
rob @ cjc.edu
SPRING 2017 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril3–June12(10weeks)
Ensemble Placement Auditions: Ongoing!Toapply:cjc.edu/ensemble
School Closure: MemorialDay,May29
Spring Performance Series: June13–22
Message from the PresidentDearJCMSStudents,
WelcometotheJazzschool!
2017isanespeciallyimportantyearinthatitmarks
the20thanniversaryoftheJazzschool!Twentyyears
ago—onSunday,September21,1997,tobeexact—
theJazzschoolopeneditsdoorstoasold-outconcert
featuringtheDickHindmanTrioinitsfirst-evervenue
onShattuckAvenueinDowntownBerkeley.Founded
withthehopethatifwebuiltit,theywouldcome,we
enrolled142studentsin195classesandworkshopsthat
veryfirstquarter!Now,twentyyearsandanannual
averageof2,000studentslater,theCJCproudly
operatesastheonlyindependent,accreditedmusic
conservatoryinthecountrydevotedtothestudyandperformanceofjazzandrelatedstyles
ofmusic.Thisfall,we'llcelebrateour20thanniversarywiththegrandopeningofanew
5,500square-footcampusexpansiononAddisonStreet:additionalclassrooms,practice
rooms,alisteninglibraryandperformancespacethatwillbothmeetourcurrentneedsand
accommodateourfuturegrowthforyearstocome.Watchforthedate—you'reallinvited!
AlongwiththewidearrayofJazzschoolcoursesandworkshopsthatyou'llfindlistedinthis
catalog,theCaliforniaJazzConservatory(CJC)alsooffersa4-yearBachelorofMusicdegree
inJazzStudieswithnewoptionsforconcentrationsinBrazilianJazzandAudioProduction
(inpartnershipwiththeworld-renownedFantasyStudios).TheJazzStudiesprogramis
designedforthoseofyouwhoareaspiringprofessionalsseekingamusicdegreeorjust
wishingtoexpandyourmusicalhorizons.Ifyou’reinterestedinknowingmoreaboutthe
degreeprogram,pleasevisittheBachelorofMusicsectionoftheCJCwebsiteoremailme
atsusan@cjc.edu.TheCJCacceptsstudentsoneitherafull-orpart-timebasisinbothfall
andspringsemesters.Applicationsareavailableonlineatcjc.edu.
Thankyoutoallofyou—ourstudents—formakingtheselasttwodecadessomeaningful
forallofushereattheCJC!
Introduction & Calendar
SusanMuscarella
PresidentandDeanofInstruction,
CaliforniaJazzConservatory
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HARD-BOP ENSEMBLEStudyandperformmusicmelding
bebopwithr&b,gospelandtheblues
asdevelopedbymid-centurymasters
includingHoraceSilver,ArtBlakey,
CannonballAdderley,MilesDavis,
JimmySmithandothers.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
DaveLeFebvre•$395
MUSIC OF THE MASTERSDigintothemusicofJohnColtrane,
TheloniousMonk,WayneShorterand
otherjazzmasters.Learnandinternalize
avarietyofessentialgrooveswhile
developingimprovisationskillsthrough
therehearsalofchallengingrepertoire.
Section I: Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks) (no class 5/29)
Section II: Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
GlennRichman•$395
POST-BOP ENSEMBLEExploretherepertoireofChickCorea,Joe
Henderson,WayneShorter,JohnColtrane
andotherpost-bopjazzcomposersfrom
the1960stothepresent.Strongemphasis
placedongroupcommunicationand
interaction.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$395
MILES DAVIS/WAYNE SHORTER ENSEMBLEExplorethemusicofMilesDavisand
WayneShorterfromthemid-60sthrough
the80s.Theinstructorselectsrepertoire
fromfar-reachingclassicalbumsincluding
Miles Smiles,ESP,Filles de Kilimanjaro,
Speak No Evil,Bitches Brew,In a Silent Way,Native DancerandJack Johnson.
Strongemphasisplacedongroup
communicationandinteraction.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$395
Adult Performance EnsemblesThe Jazzschool Community Music
School (JCMS) offers numerous
performance ensembles for begin-
ning, 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 1 2-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 infor-
mation please contact JCMS
Director Rob Ewing at [email protected]
or 510.845.5373 x1 4. You can
schedule an audition online at
cjc.edu/ensemble.
JAZZBEGINNING JAZZ ENSEMBLEPuttheoryintopracticebylearningjazz
standards,whiledevelopingimprovisation
andensembleskills.Forallinstruments.
Prerequisites: knowledge of basic jazz theory and ability to keep time and read music.
Section I: Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)SteveErquiaga•$395
Section II: Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm 4/6–6/8(10weeks)
RobEwing•$395
JAZZ STANDARDS FOR GIGS Developtheskillsneededforjazzgigs
throughthestudyandperformanceof
stylesincludingswing,bossa,jazzwaltz
andballads.Theinstructorprovidescharts
andcoversessentialarrangingconcepts
(intros,endings,etc.),jazzharmonyand
tipsforsoloing.Prerequisites: knowledge of basic jazz theory and ability to keep time and read music. Some previous ensemble experience is required.
Section I: Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
Section II: Saturdays 10 – 1 1:30 am
Section III: Saturdays 1 1:45 am – 1:15 pm
Section IV: Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm4/8–6/10(10weeks)
GlennRichman•$395
DAVE SCOTT JAZZ ENSEMBLEAsmalljazzband(rhythmsectionand
horns)focusingonstandardsandjazz
tunes.
Thursdays 4 – 5:30 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
DaveLenScott•$395
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PIANO TRIOStudyandperformrepertoire,jazzstyles,
arranging,improvisationandcompingin
thepiano,bassanddrumstrioformat.Each
sectionisopentofourpianistsandone
drummer.Aprofessionalbassistaccompa-
niesthegroup.Prerequisites: knowledge of jazz harmony and ability to play the melody, comp and solo on jazz standards.
Section I: Mondays 5 – 6:30 pm
Section II: Mondays 6:45 – 8:15 pm
Section III: Mondays 8:30 – 10 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)
PeterHorvath•$425
Section IV: Fridays 1:30 – 3 pm
Section V: Fridays 3:30 – 5 pm4/7–6/9(10weeks)
DebbiePoryes•$425
GUITAR TRIOStudyandperformrepertoire,jazzstyles,
arranging,improvisationandcompingin
theguitar,bassanddrumstrioformat.
Thisensembleisopentofourguitarists
andonedrummer.Aprofessionalbassist
accompaniesthegroup.Prerequisites: knowledge of jazz harmony and ability to play the melody, comp and solo on jazz standards.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)SteveErquiaga•$425
BIG BANDThis19-pieceensembleperformsclassic
andcontemporaryrepertoireforbig
band.Thegroupalsodevelopsand
performsoriginalcompositionsbyband
members.Afull3-quartercommitment
isrequired(fall,winter,spring).
Thursdays 8:15 – 10:15 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
DaveLeFebvre•$285
LATINSALSA ENSEMBLE IRehearseandperformclassicsalsa
repertoireincludingthemusicofTito
Puente,CalTjader,EddiePalmieriand
others.Prerequisites: familiarity with and ability to play standard Afro-Caribbean grooves as applied to your instrument.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
DavidBelove•$395
SALSA ENSEMBLE IIRehearseandperformmoreadvanced
salsarepertoire.Vocalistsinterestedin
participatingshouldsignupforSalsa
Singing(seep.31).Thetwocourseswork
togetherthroughoutthetermdeveloping
afullsetofhighenergydancemusicfor
performance.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
DavidBelove•$395
debbie poryes
Adult Performance Ensembles
PAT METHENY ENSEMBLE new Thisnewensemblefocusesonthemusic
ofguitaristandcomposer,PatMetheny.
Sincefirstreceivinginternationalrecogni-
tionasamemberofGaryBurton’sgroup
inthemid-70s,andasasoloartist,
debutingwith1975’sBright Size Life,
Metheny’svoice,bothasaninstrumentalist
andasacomposer,hasplayedasignifi-
cantroleinshapingthesoundofcontem-
poraryjazzoverthepastseveraldecades,
integratingelementsofstraight-ahead
jazz,folk,worldandtheavantgarde.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
FrankMartin•$395
FREE JAZZ ENSEMBLE: new THE MUSIC OF PAUL MOTIANAgroupforimprovisingmusicians
interestedinstretchingtheboundariesof
harmonyandform,focusingonthemusic
ofvariousmastermusicianseachquarter.
Thisterm,weinvestigatethemusicof
TheArtEnsembleofChicago,Anthony
Braxton,PaulMotianandothers.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
JasonLevis•$395
ERQUIAGA ENSEMBLE I Workonimprovisingoverchordchanges,
developingastrongsenseoftimeand
otherskillsneededtoperformwithothers.
Theemphasisinthisensembleison
standardmainstreamstylesincluding
blues,standards,swing,bebop,ballads
andbossanovas.
Tuesdays 4:30 – 6 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$395
ERQUIAGA ENSEMBLE IIExploreslightlyfastertemposandmore
involvedtunes!Inadditiontostandard
repertoire,thisgroupnavigatesdifferent
songformsandmorecomplexmelodies,
drawingonthemusicofMilesDavis,
Jobim,ArtBlakey,CalTjaderandmany
60sBlueNote–eraartists.Original
compositionsarealsoencouraged.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$395
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VENEZUELAN MUSIC ENSEMBLE 360Exploretraditionalandcontemporary
Venezuelanmusicstyles,withaparticular
focusonAfro-Venezuelanrepertoire.
Theinstructorcoversexcitingrhythms
includingCalypso,JoropoandGolpede
Tambor,culminatinginaperformance
attheJazzschoolinHardymonHall!All
instrumentsarewelcome:percussion(con-
gas,handpercussion),Venezuelancuatros,
vocals,woodwindandbrassinstruments,
piano,bass,anddrumset.Highlyrecom-
mendedforstudentswhohavetakenthe
Afro-VenezuelanpercussionandVenezu-
elancuatroclasseswithJackieRagointhe
past. Prerequisites: For intermediate to advanced players with the ability to play standard grooves as applied to your instrument.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
JackieRago•$395
BRAZILIANBRAZILIAN ENSEMBLEStudyandperformtheclassicand
contemporaryBrazilianjazzrepertoireof
IvanLins,DoriCaymmi,ToninhoHorta,
AntonioCarlosJobimandinstructor
MarcosSilva.Vocalistswelcome!
Audition with Marcos Silva is required.
Section I: Tuesdays 6:15 – 7:45 pm
Section II: Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
Section III: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm
Section IV: Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
Section V: Thursdays 1 – 2:30 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
Section VI: Fridays 1 2 – 1:30 pm4/7–6/9(10weeks)
MarcosSilva•$395
Adult Performance Ensembles
BLUESBLUES AND GROOVE ENSEMBLELearntoplaythebluesandblues-related
styles.Emphasisonthegrooveasfound
onrecordingsofCharlieChristian,T-Bone
Walker,AlbertCollins,JackMcDuff,Louis
Jordanandother“jump”bluesandNew
Orleansmasters.Prerequisite: knowledge of 1 2-bar blues.
Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm4/15–6/17(10weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$395
WORLDWORLD GROOVE ENSEMBLE — NEW ORLEANS & LOUISIANAThisensemblefeaturestherootsmusicof
NewOrleans,Acadiana,andLouisianaas
awhole.Theclassemphasizesthegroove
andhoweveryonefitsintogether.Styles
mayincludeNewOrleansR&Bandfunk,
zydecoandCajun,brassband,second-
line,and“tradjazz.”Theclassmayinclude
artistssuchasDr.John,TheMeters,Clifton
Chenier,IrmaThomas,JonCleary,The
DirtyDozenBrassBand,andSidney
Bechet.ThiscourseispartoftheWorld
GrooveEnsembleseriesandmaybetaken
independentlyoftheCaribbeanand
Africanclasses.Allvocalistsandinstru-
mentalistswelcome.Materialsprovided
byinstructor.Prerequisites: ability to read charts and notation.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
JenniferJolly•$395
FUNKFUNK ENSEMBLEThishigh-energyensembleexplores
repertoirerangingfromJamesBrown
toTowerofPower.Forallrhythm
sectioninstruments,hornsandvocalists.
Prerequisites: Intermediate technical facility and ability to read charts and standard notation.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
$395
jennifer jolly
Adult Performance Ensembles
jackie rago
marcos silva
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You have a real gem in Jennifer Jolly!! ! ! — Brenda Paddon
JAZZ PIANO I Learntoplayjazzstandardsandthe
12-barbluesthroughthestudyof
jazzchordvoicingsandimprovisation
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 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)BobKarty•$395
Section II: Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
SteveBlum•$395
JAZZ PIANO IIAcontinuationofJazz Piano I,thiscourse
introducesmoreadvancedchordvoicings
andtechniquesforsoloingoverjazztunes
andrelatedchordprogressions.The
instructoralsointroducesarangeof
usefuljazzre-harmonizationtechniques.
Requiredtext:Jamey Aebersold V.54 "Maiden Voyage."Prerequisites: the 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.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)BobKarty•$395
BLUES PIANO: new IMPROV FOR ALL LEVELSThishands-oncourseguidesstudents
atalllevelsofexperienceindeveloping
theirbluespianoimprovskills.Fillyour
toolkitwithlotsoffunandeasy-to-grasp
techniqueswhiledevelopingyourown
improvisationalvoice.Discoverthe
magicofsomeclassicsolosandgain
chopsandconfidencethroughweekly
playingtimetogetherinclass.Materials
providedbyinstructor.Prerequisites: None, although familiarity with major, minor, and dominant 7th chords and basic keyboard and music reading skills are helpful.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
JenniferJolly•$395
FUNKY KEYS: new FROM P-FUNK TO SNARKY PUPPY Thishands-onclasstakesstudentson
achronologicaljourneythroughfunk
keyboardsandexploresthestylesof
groundbreakingplayers,essential
recordings,andinstrumentalsounds
andtechniques.Therewillbeaspecial
focusonBernieWorrell,whopassed
awayin2016,inhonorofhisprofound
andlastingmusicalimpactonfunk
keyboardists.Materialsprovidedby
instructor.Prerequisites: familiarity with major, minor, and 7th chords; basic music-reading ability.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
JenniferJolly•$395
Adult Instrumental Courses
PIANO & KEYBOARDSPIANO I Doyouwishyouhadlearnedtoplay
thepianowhenyouwereakid?Wish
nomore!It’snottoolate!Thiscourse
helpsstudentsdeciphermusicnotation,
playascale,performapieceofmusic,
playduets,findoutaboutmusicalforms
andkeys,readajazzchart,andplay
ensemblemusicwithfellowstudents.
StartonapaththatleadstoBach,Mozart,
Chopin,Ellington,BillEvansandbeyond.
Noexperiencenecessary.Weencourage
concurrentenrollmentintheIntroduction
toMusicTheorycourse.Requiredtexts:
Mastering Piano Method 1A, Mastering Theory 1A,JanetVogt(availableatthe
CJCBookstore).
Saturdays 10 – 1 1:30 am4/8–6/10(10weeks)
KatherineWestine•$395
PIANO IIPianoIIpicksupwhereveryouleftoffin
yourkeyboardpursuitsandchallengesyou
togofartherinanydirectionyoudesire.
Theinstructorprovidesappropriatemusic
foreachstudent'sabilitylevelandoffers
one-on-oneguidanceinadditiontogroup
performanceopportunities.Requiredtext:
Bastien Piano for Adults II(availableatthe
CJCBookstore).Prerequisites: Piano I or equivalent.
Saturdays 1 1:45 am – 1:15 pm4/8–6/10(10weeks)
KatherineWestine•$395
APPLIED KEYBOARD HARMONY Learnfundamentalharmonicprogressions
(dominant/tonic;turnaroundsand
II-V7-I),withanemphasison7thchords
(andlater9thchords)inallmajorand
minorkeys;basictuneforms(AABA,
ABAB)andhowtoanalyzealeadsheet
(key,formandharmonicprogressions),
whileplayingsongsreflectingallconcepts
learned.Materialsarepresentedinan
active,hands-onfashion,aimedat
liberatingnote-readersfromtheprinted
page.Handoutsareprovidedbythe
instructor.Thiscoursepreparesstudents
forJazz Piano I.Prerequisite: basic keyboard knowledge.
Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm4/8–6/10(10weeks)
JeanneWalpole•$395
Adult Instrumental Courses
katherine westine
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JAZZ GUITAR IThishands-oncoursecoversthefunda-
mentalsofjazzguitarinthetraditionof
WesMontgomery,JoePass,JimHall,
GrantGreen,GeorgeBensonandothers.
Learncharacteristicchordvoicingsand
approachestosoloingoverjazzstandards
andrelatedchordprogressions.Required
text:Graduated Soloing: The Mimi Fox Guitar MethodbyMimiFox(availableat
theCJCBookstore).Prerequisites: two years playing experience, knowledge of major and pentatonic scales and all seventh chords.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
JeffMassanari•$395
JAZZ GUITAR IIThisfunandfast-pacedcourseisa
continuationoftheconceptsexplored
inJazzGuitarI.Diveintomorecomplex
harmonicandmelodicconcepts,scales
andchordvoicingswithamplehands-on
playingtimeandpersonalguidance
availableforallparticipants.Required
text:Guitar Arpeggio Studies on Jazz StandardsbyMimiFox(availableatthe
CJCBookstore). Prerequisites: Jazz Guitar I or equivalent, knowledge of scale and chord theory and some familiarity with jazz repertoire.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
JeffMassanari•$395
BLUES AND SWING GUITARLearnchordvoicings,fingerboard
harmonyandsinglestringsoloing
techniques.Theinstructorcoversa
varietyofstyles,fromurbanblues
(B.B.KingandAlbertCollins)toswing
andjumpblues(CharlieChristianand
Aaron“T-Bone”Walker.)Explorealternate
chordcyclesandrhythmplaying,and
workwithtranscriptionstodevelopstrong
melodicsolos.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 1 1:45 am – 1:15 pm4/15–6/17(10weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$395
BRAZILIAN GUITARLearnBrazilianmusicstylesincluding
samba,baião,bossanovaandchoro,and
thetechniquesusedtoplaythem.Develop
familiaritywiththisbeautifulrepertoire
whileacquiringskillsinthefollowingareas:
stylisticallyappropriatecompingrhythms,
chordmelodyplaying,creatingsolo
arrangements,right-handfinger-style
techniqueandmelodicsoloing
approaches.Prerequisites: ability to read music notation.
Sundays 2 – 3:30 pm4/9–6/11(10weeks)
RicardoPeixoto•$395
Adult Instrumental Courses
HARMONICA BEGINNING DIATONIC HARMONICADiatonicharmonicaisthesmallharmonica
usedinblues,rock,folkandevenjazz.
Learnhowtoholdtheinstrument,breathe
efficiently,playchordsandsinglenotes
andbendnotes,whileexploringsong
formssuchasthe12-barbluesand
3-chordfolk,rockandcountrytunes.
Requiredtext:Harmonica for Dummies,
2ndedition.Prerequisite: Bring a 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C (contact [email protected] for info).
Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am4/8–6/10(10weeks)
WinslowYerxa•$395
WOODWINDS
BEGINNING SAXOPHONEAnintroductiontothesaxophoneutilizing
simpleensemblearrangementstogeta
headstartonfingerings,soundproduction
andreadinginafunandmusicalway.All
saxophonesarewelcome!Prerequisites: None, but instructor consultation is required.
Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)BillAron•$395
GUITAR
BEGINNING GUITARLearntoplaytheguitar!Essentialtopics
coveredincludetuningtheguitar,finding
notesandbasicchordsonthefretboard,
properhandpositions,scalefingerings,
simplesongs,readingmusicandmore.
Theinstructorcanalsoanswerquestions
aboutequipmentselection(guitars,
strings,amps,picks,etc.).Requiredtext:
Modern Guitar Method Vol. One,Mel
Bay(availableattheCJCBookstore).
Prerequisites: None, for complete beginners! Students must bring a guitar to class.
Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am4/15–6/17(10weeks)
DannyCaron&AnthonyPaule•$395
Adult Instrumental Courses
The instructors provided lots of encouragement and a safe environment for the students to work through challenges and to take risks.
— Arabella Dorth
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FUNK BASSThishands-onsurveycoursecoversthe
signaturebasslinesandtechniquesof
funkandr&bfromthe60stothepresent.
Materialcoveredrangesfromtheearly
funkpioneersoftheJamesBrownrhythm
sectionsandMotowntotheinnovatorsof
the70s,80sandbeyondincludingVerdine
White,LarryGraham,RoccoPrestia,Jaco
Pastorius,MarcusMillerandothers.
Prerequisites: functional electric bass technique.
Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
$395
BASS
BEGINNING BASSLearnthefundamentalsofbasstechnique,
applicabletoallstylesofmusic.
Topicsinclude:
•Tuning
•Gettingagoodsound
•Leftandrighthandtechnique
•Familiaritywiththefingerboard
•Musicreadingfundamentals
•Introductiontowalkingbasslines,
bossanova,jazzwaltzesandballads
•Equipment(basses,strings,amps)
Opentoelectricanduprightbassists.
Thiscourseservesasapreparationfor
theJazz Basscourse.Prerequisites: none. Students must bring a bass to class.
Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
GlennRichman•$395
JAZZ BASSForuprightandelectricbass.Learn
avarietyofessentialtechniquesfor
constructingstrongjazzbasslineson
blues,jazzstandardsin4/4and3/4,
modaltunes,rhythmchanges,andballads.
Techniquesforsoloingarealsocovered.
Performbasslinesinclasseachweekwith
pianoaccompanimentprovidedbythe
instructor.Recommendedforuprightand
electricbassistsinterestedinparticipating
intheJazzschool’sensembleprogram.
Prerequisites: intermediate technical facility and some ability to read music.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
GlennRichman•$395
MUSIC THEORY AND FRETBOARD KNOWLEDGE FOR GUITAR Learnthebasicsofmusictheoryas
appliedtoguitar,developingfamiliarity
withthefretboardthroughchord,scale
andarpeggiopractice.Topicsinclude:
•Overviewofchordandscaletypes
andwheretheyarelocated
•Chordprogressionscommonly
usedinjazzandrelatedstyles
•Compingpatterns
•Scaleandarpeggiopractice
invariouspositions
•Readingchartsandstandard
notation(trebleclef)
•Transcribingmusicfromrecordings
•Basicsofmelodicimprovisation
Forstudentswithsomeplayingexperi-
ence,knowledgeandfacility,butwhohave
neverseriouslypracticedorstudiedmusic
theoryortheguitarfretboard.
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 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)DannyCaron•$395
JAZZ GUITAR COMPINGThishands-oncourseprovidesthe
intermediatetoadvancedguitaristwith
tools,conceptsandtechniquesessentialto
creativeandeffectivecontemporary
comping.Topicsinclude:
•compingoverstraight-ahead,
bebop,modal,funk/fusion,ballads,
contemporaryjazz,Brazilianand
Afro-Cubanstylesofmusic
•creativechordvoicings—lookingat
thefingerboardandvoicingchordsin
amore“pianistic”way;quartalharmony
(clustersvoicedin4ths)inmodal
comping;thepossibilitiesofdissonant
intervalssuchastheminor2nd;slash
chords;tritonesubstitution;and
upper-registerchordvoicings
•rhythmicanticipationandsyncopation:
the“right”placestoputchords,inorder
tocreate“forwardmotion”;compingin
3/4,6/8andoddmeters.
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 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
SteveErquiaga•$395
Adult Instrumental Courses
danny caron Danny Caron is an excellent teacher, especially for begin-ners. His instruction is clear, concise and energetic. Most important, he motivated us to excel and move forward every week. He is the BEST. — Skye Ward
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INTERMEDIATE JAZZ DRUMMING Anin-depthlookatthemusicaltools,
knowledgeandskillsneededtobecome
asolidjazzdrummer.Wewilllookatjazz
comping,soloing,chartsandleadsheets,
songform,musicalityandstylesusing
sticksandbrushes.Wewillalsodiscuss
tunesthatdrummers,inparticular,
shouldknow.Prerequisites: knowledge of and ability to play basic jazz drumming grooves (swing, bossa nova, etc.) and intermediate technical facility.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
AlanHall•$395
DRUM SOLOSThiscourseprovidesanoverviewof
conceptsandtechniquesforsoloing
onthedrumset.Theseapproachesare
applicabletoarangeofstyles,from
rock,funk,straight-aheadjazzandfusion
tovariousworldstyles(Brazilian,Afro-
Cuban),andnon-idiomaticfreeimprovisa-
tion.Studentsdevelopsolovocabulary
drawnfromrudimentalandothersources,
developing4-limbindependencethrough
improvisationovervariousostinato
patterns.Topicsincludetradingfours
andanintroductiontopolyrhythmic
drumsetapplications.Prerequisites: functional drum set technique.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
AlanHall•$395
BRAZILIAN DRUM SETLearnthesignaturedrumsetgroovesof
contemporaryBrazilianmusicincluding
samba,baião,bossanovaandchoro,
andthetechniquesusedtoplaythem.
EmphasisongaininganauthenticBrazilian
soundandfeel.Highlyrecommended
fordrummersinterestedinjoiningone
oftheJazzschool’sBrazilianensembles!
Prerequisites: functional drum set technique.
Fridays 10 – 11:30 am4/7–6/9(10weeks)
MarcosSilva•$395
LATIN PERCUSSION IDevelopastrongfoundationoneachof
theprimaryLatinpercussioninstruments.
Learneffectivetechniqueoncongas,
bongos,timbales,bellsandauxiliary
instrumentswhilestudyingmanyofthe
Latingroovestypicalofson,salsa,and
Latinjazz.Theinstructoralsodiscusses
anddemonstratessoloingtechniques,
breaks,songformsandhistoricalinforma-
tion.Prerequisites: None, open to all. All instruments are provided for in-class use.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
OmarLedezma•$395
LATIN PERCUSSION IIThiscourseisacontinuationofLatin
PercussionI,forthosewhoarealready
familiarwiththefundamentalsofLatin
percussionrhythmsandtechniques.Class
timeincludeshands-onpracticeandclear
demonstrationandexplanationofhowall
ofthevariousinstrumentsworktogetherin
salsabandsandotherLatinmusicensem-
bles.Prerequisites: Latin Percussion I.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
OmarLedezma•$395
Adult Instrumental Courses
DRUMS & PERCUSSION
BEGINNING DRUM SETLearntoplaythedrumset!Essential
stickingtechniques,rudiments,4-limb
coordination,rhythmreadingandavariety
ofgroovesandfillsarecovered.Instructor
JoeBagalealsoaccompaniesstudentson
electricbassinclass,givingparticipants
essentialhands-onexperiencetryingout
thesegroovesandconceptsinarhythm
sectioncontext.Requiredtext:Learn to Play the Drumset,PeteMagadini(available
attheCJCBookstore). Prerequisites: None, but bring a pair of drumsticks!
Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)JoeBagale•$395
ADVANCED FUNK DRUMMING Thiscourseisforproficientdrummers
whowanttotaketheirplayingtothenext
levelthroughthestudyofchallenging
material.Learnadvancedfunkgrooves,
4-waycoordinationexercisesandpoly-
rhythmsappliedtothedrumset.Focuson
thestyleanddevelopmentofinnovative
jazz,funkandfusionplayersincludingEast
BayfunkpioneersDavidGaribaldi(Tower
ofPower)andMikeClark(Headhunters),
SteveGadd,ClydeStubblefield(the
originalfunkydrummer)andmodernjazz
mastersTonyWilliamsandRoyHaynes.
InstructorJoeBagalealsoaccompanies
studentsonelectricbassinclass,giving
participantsessentialhands-onexperience
tryingoutthesegroovesandconceptsin
arhythmsectioncontext.Prerequisites: ability to play traditional drum rudiments (double stroke rolls, paradiddles, flams, etc.), intermediate technical facility and 4-way coordination.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)JoeBagale•$395
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THEORY & IMPROV INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORYLearnthebasicskillsneededtobeginany
seriousstudyofmusic.Topicsinclude:
musicnotation,timesignatures,key
signatures,rhythmictraining,majorscales,
intervals,transposition,chordstructure,
harmonicprogression,eartrainingand
anintroductiontomusicalformand
composition.Requiredtexts:Practical Theory CompletebySandyFeldstein
(availableattheCJCBookstore).
Prerequisites: None, open to all instrumentalists and vocalists.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
DaveLenScott•$395
BEGINNING JAZZ IMPROVISATIONAfriendly,supportiveatmospherein
whichtopracticethebasicsofjazz
improvisation.Startwiththebluesthen
progresstojazzstandards,learning
essentialscalesandchords,playingat
everysession,tradinglicks,learning
patternsandbuildingsolos.Idealfor
classicalplayersoranyoneaspiringto
jamorperformwithajazzensemble.
Vocalistswelcome!Requiredtext: Jazz Improvisation: A Pocket Guide byDan
Haerle(availableattheCJCBookstore).
Prerequisites: Facility on an instrument and ability to play all major scales from memory.
Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
DaveLenScott•$395
dave len scott
FACULTY PROFILE Steve BlumPianist Steve Blum graduated from CSU Long Beach and California Institute of the Arts, where he studied with Dave Roitstein, Charlie Haden, Larry Koonse, Vinny Golia, and Joe LaBarbera. It was also at CalArts he discovered a deep passion for West African drumming and Indian Classical Music. Steve is an active performer and composer in the Bay Area, playing with The Electric Squeezebox Orches-tra, Bells Atlas, Two Aerials, Pavlov's Band/Next Music, The Dirty Snacks Ensemble, Aram Shelton's Marches, Steve Horowitz's Code Ensemble, and The Crushing Spiral Ensemble. In addition he plays in LA-based projects The Baba Orchestra, Blockrad, and more. He also maintains his own solo creative project, the ever-evolving Keyboarchestra. What class(es) are you teaching at the Jazzschool?ThisquarterIamteachingaJazzPianoI
class.It'sagreatnutsandboltswhere
studentscanlearnthebasicbuilding
blocksofjazzharmonyandbecome
proficientwithpracticalkeyboardskills.
When and how did you begin your career as a jazz teacher?IfirsttaughtjazzseriouslywhenI
wasastudentatCalArts.Ihadasmall
assistantshipteachinglessonstonon-jazz
majors.Thelearningenvironmentthere
wassoprofoundforme—Ifoundmyself
constantlyinspiredbymyteachersand
fellowstudents.Itwastheperfect
opportunitytobegintolearntochannel
thatsameeducationalspirit.
What’s your teaching philosophy?Ilovetoencourageasenseofexploration
andcuriosityinmystudents.Ibelieve
thatlearningtoplaymusicwellistrulya
journeyofself-discovery.Thetechnical
aspectsofharmonyandrhythmare
extremelyimportant,butimprovisationis
ultimatelyaformofself-expression.We
needtolearntocurateandfollowour
individualmusicalinterests,thennaturally
synthesizethemintoourownpersonal
style.Thisaspectoflearningandteaching
isextremelyexcitingandrewarding.
What do you hope students will gain from their experience at the Jazzschool?Primarily,aloveforthemusic.The
journeytobeingagreatjazzmusician
startswithbeingagreatjazzfan.Other
thanthat,Ihopethattheygaintheskills
andconfidencetotaketheirmusicand
shareitwithothers.Forsomethismeans
accompanyingyourselfwhilesinginga
songforalovedone,forothersitcould
begoingtothelocaljamsessionand
callingafamiliartune.
What is your favorite part of teaching? Wheretobegin?Seeingstudentslearn
andgrowonaweeklybasis.Sharingmy
ownloveformusicandteachingthat
musicisfun,playful,andpersonal.
Gettingtoknowmystudents'back-
groundsandinterestsinmusic.During
everyclass,weputtheoutsideworldon
holdandfocusonourselvesandourart.
Itisabeautifulthing.
steve blum
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INTERMEDIATE JAZZ IMPROVISATION IThroughdrillsandexercisesintroducedby
theinstructor,studentsdeveloptheability
to"makethechanges"byplayingtheright
notes,withgoodrhythmicphrasing,in
theirsolos.Severalcompositionsfromthe
GreatAmericanSongbookareusedas
vehiclestostudychords,scalesandthe
properuseofimportantnon-diatonic
tones.Thisclassisopentoallinstruments.
Prerequisites: Intermediate technical facility and ability to read music. Knowl-edge of jazz harmony and some jazz improvisation experience.
Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)GlennRichman•$395
INTERMEDIATE JAZZ IMPROVISATION IIThisnewcourseisacontinuationof
Intermediate Jazz Improvisation I,designedformusiciansinterestedin
developingtheirjazzimprovisationskills
inafocused,hands-onsetting.Develop
familiaritywithmelodicmaterial,based
onjazzstandardsandcomposedbythe
instructor,makinguseofchord,scale,
andnon-diatonictones.Composeand
performetudesbasedontheseconcepts
forin-classcritique.Studysolosrecorded
byinfluentialjazzmusicians,identifying
essentialjazzvocabularyelementstobe
appliedintheconstructionofnewsolos,
tobewrittenandperformedinclasseach
week.Additionalareasofstudyinclude
playingandimprovisingin3/4(jazzwaltz)
timeandballadplaying.Theinstructor
alsopresentsarangeofcommonjazz
phrases(licks)tobepracticedinallkeys.
Prerequisites: Intermediate Jazz Improvisation I.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
GlennRichman•$395
COMPOSITION & ARRANGINGSONGWRITINGExploremelodywriting,basicharmony,
moreadventurouschordprogressions,
songform,rhymeschemesandthe
instrumentalcomponentofsongwriting
—allwiththepurposeofhoningyour
uniquevoiceasacomposer.Most
importantly,developtwoorthreesongs
tobeworkshoppedandrefinedinreal
timeoverthecourseoftheterm.
Tuesdays 1 – 2:30 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
RachelEfron•$395
JAZZ ARRANGINGAhands-oncoursepackedwithinvaluable
information!Longtimeproducer,arranger
andkeyboardistFrankMartinguides
studentsincreatingfresharrangements
ofjazzstandards.Awiderangeof
compositionaltechniquesandmusical
devicesareexploredandappliedtoclass
assignmentsincluding:theuseofdifferent
rhythmicfeelsandgrooves;reharmoniza-
tion;formchanges;innovativeintros,
outros,codasandvamps;andalterations
tomelodyandlyrics.Studentssingor
playselectedrepertoireinavarietyof
stylesandlearnhowtomakeeventhe
mostcommonstandardssoundnew.
Prerequisites: knowledge of jazz harmony.
Wednesdays6:30-8pm
4/5–6/7(10weeks)
FrankMartin•$395
Theory, Improv & Com-
Greetings!Intimesofstrifeandunrest,weoftenfindsolacethrough
artandmusic.Singingisoneoflife’sgreatpleasures.
Expressingyourselfthroughsongisnotonlyacourseof
studybutawaytoreleaseyourinnervoiceofcreativity.
Wereitnotforsinging,Iwouldhavehadaverydifferent
life.It’sthroughmusicthatI’vemadethedeepestfriendships,
beenabletotraveltheworldandhadtheopportunityto
passalongwhatwasgiventomebymasterslikeMark
Murphy,SheilaJordan,andcountlessinstrumentalists.
We'reproudtoofferanarrayofclassesforstudentsof
allagesandlevels.Janice Maxie Reid isawonderfulnew
additiontoourfaculty.She’sbeenworkingwithourdegree
programstudentsandisnowteachingtwoclassesopento
thepublic:VocalTechniqueandSoulTown—Classic
Rhythm&Blues.We'realsoofferingjazz,blues,bossanova,
salsaandpopsingingclasses.Returningfacultymember
Cecilia Engelhart'sBeginningJazzSingingclassisan
excellentintroductiontothecraftoflearningjazzand
Kyra Gordon'sFortheLoveofSingingclassisa
perfectplaceforeitherbeginnersorpeoplecoming
backtosingingafterabreak.
Whilekeepingtrackofwhat’sgoingonintheworld,wemustalsonurturethethingsthat
bringusjoyandasenseofcommunity.Welookforwardtoseeingyouinthespring
[email protected] formoreinfoorconsultations.
Withlovefrom,
LaurieAntonioli
Chair,VocalProgram
SPRING 2017 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril3–June12(10weeks)
Student Consultations: [email protected]
School Closure: MemorialDay,May29
Spring Performance Series: June13–22
Theory , Improv & Composition
Adult Vocal Courses
Adult Vocal Courses
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FOR STARTERS — JAZZ & BLUES SINGINGYouusedtosingalotbutnowfind
yourselfrelegatedtotheshowerand
in-the-carjamsessions.Or—youlove
tosing—butfeelterriblyshyattheidea
ofsinginginpublic.Exploreandrelease
yourinnerrock,jazzorbluesvocalistin
thisencouraging,safeenvironment.
Designedtogiveyouconfidencethrough
groupsinging,whilealsobolsteringyour
repertoirewithindividualsongdevelop-
ment.Accompanistprovided.Noprevious
experiencerequired.
Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
PamelaRose•$425
BEGINNING JAZZ SINGINGTheobjectiveofthisclassistohelpthe
singercreateafocused,relaxed,skilled,
anduniqueperformance.We’llworkon
basicmusicianshipstartingwithwarm-up
exercises,improvisationskills,understand-
ingandsingingindifferent“grooves,”
findingnewsongsthatsuitus,ascertaining
thecorrectkey,understandingthesong
form,preparingaleadsheet,andpractic-
ingwithbackingtracks(iRealPro).We’llbe
joinedmid-waybyaprofessionalpianistto
furtherdevelopthesongswe’vechosenby
workingonsub-text,songinterpretation,
communicatingourintentionstoan
accompanist,singingindifferent“feels”
includingrubato,andsettingupand
countingoffsongs.Thiscourseincludesan
end-of-quarterperformance,andprovides
asupportive,structuredenvironmentfor
studentswithaburningdesiretosing!
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)CeciliaEngelhart•$425
Section II: Thursdays 6:30 – 8pm4/6–6/15(10weeks)
AndreaClaburn•$425
PERFORMANCE
jazz
FOR THE LOVE OF SINGINGThisclassisaboutenjoyingyourvoice!
Singasagroupandindividually,while
developingoneortwosongstosingin
performanceattheendoftheterm.We’ll
covervocaltechniqueandaseriesof
warm-upexerciseseachweek,inaddition
tomicrophoneandperformanceskills.
Thiscourseisparticularlysuitedforthose
whomayhavetemporarilyputasidetheir
vocaldreamsduetoeducation,careeror
familyobligations.
Saturdays 10 – 1 1:30 am4/8–6/10(10weeks)
KyraGordon•$425
cecilia engelhart
THE CONTEMPORARY JAZZ SINGER Focusonanarrayofcreativejazzsinging
skillsincludingdevelopingaunique
repertoire,communicatingwiththe
rhythmsectionandcreatingarrange-
mentsonthespot.Studyphrasing,
improvisation,interpretationandwork
ondevelopingapersonalsound.Afull
rhythmsectionaccompaniestheclass.
Studentsarewelcometobringinsongs
oftheirchoice,writeoriginallyricsor
usematerialprovidedbytheinstructor. 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 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
LaurieAntonioli•$455
VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLESingfullvocalensemblearrangements
recordedbyTheManhattanTransfer,
TheHi-Lo’s,Lambert,Hendricks&Ross
andmore.Arrangementsarehand-
tailoredtotheabilityandinterestofthe
ensemblemembers.Repertoireincludes
acombinationofacappellaandaccom-
paniedtunes.LearnHOWtolearnthis
music,withalittlebitofaddedhistory
forfun.Rehearsaltoolsaremade
available(includingsoundfileswith
individualpartsaswellastheentire
arrangement).Maleandfemale
singersofallagesarewelcome.
Prerequisites: some vocal experience is necessary, either in choirs or solo voice.
Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)AngieDoctor•$425
CONTEMPORARY VOCAL STYLESLearnpropervocaltechnique(vocal
health,maintenanceanddeveloping
apracticeroutine)andapplythese
approachestosinginginanystylefrom
jazztopop,rock,r&b,bluesandbeyond.
Classtopicsalsoincludechartwriting,
stagepresenceandmicrophonetech-
nique.Thiscourseculminatesinan
end-of-quarterperformance.Opento
alllevels,genresandbackgrounds.
Mondays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/3–6/12(10weeks)(no class 5/29)AmandaAddleman•$425
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latin
SALSA SINGINGLearnthestyle,rhythmandtechniqueof
salsavocalmusicwhilelearningtoplay
Latinhandpercussioninstruments.The
instructorprovidesinstrumentslikeguiro,
maracasandclavestouseeachweek.As
thetermprogresses,vocalstudentsjoin
forceswiththeSalsaIIinstrumental
ensemble(seepage13)todevelopafull
performanceset.Representativesongs
include“TresDíasdeCarnaval”(Celia
Cruz),“LaRebelión”(JoeArroyo)and
“Brujería”(ElGranCombo).Prerequisites: previous singing experience or basic technique training. All songs are in Spanish, but fluency is not required to participate.
Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
EdgardoCambon•$395
r&b
SOUL TOWN — CLASSIC RHYTHM & BLUES Ifyou'reafanofclassicR&B,thisclass
isforyou.Singyourfavoritesoloand
ensemblesongsfromthe60'sandearly
70's.LearnsongsmadefamousbyAretha
Franklin,EttaJames,RobertaFlack,Sam
Cooke,OtisRedding,MarvinGaye,
SmokeyRobinson,Sly&TheFamilyStone
andmalevocalgroupssuchasThe
TemptationsandTheO'Jays.Ifcenter
stageisnotyourthing,youcandevelop
yourbackgroundsingingchops.Students
areencouragedtobringinsheetmusicof
theirfavoritesongsintheappropriatekey.
Focusareas:rootsofsoulmusic,proper
songandkeyselection,melodicphrasing,
improvisation,harmonizing,bandleading
tips,preparationforliveperformance.The
instructorwillaccompanythisclasseach
week.Arhythmsectionwillbeaddedfor
performances.
Thursdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
JaniceMaxieReid•$425
janice maxie reid
BOSSA NOVA FOR JAZZ SINGERSThisfascinatingcourseexplorestheroots
ofBrazilianbossanovaandsamba.
InstructorSandyCressmanteachessingers
thesignaturerhythmicgroovesofBrazilian
musicasafoundationfortheinterpretation
ofstandardandnot-so-standardbossa
novas.VocalphrasingandPortuguese
pronunciationarealsocovered(inaddition
toafewcarefullychosenEnglishtransla-
tions).Apianistorguitaristaccompanies
theclasseachweek,andthecourse
concludeswithanend-of-quarter
performance.
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
SandyCressman•$425
pop
THE SONGS OF STEVIE WONDERInthiscourse,studentslearnclassic
songsbyStevieWonderasbothsoloists
andbackgroundsingersinpreparation
foranend-of-quarterstudentperfor-
mance.Theinstructorsharesinformation
onpropervocaltechnique,stage
presence,andinterpretation,and
helpsstudentsfindtheappropriate
keysandsheetmusic.Participants
arealsowelcometobringintheir
favoriteStevieWondersongstotry.
Aprofessionalaccompanistworkswith
theclass.Opentoalllevels.
Saturdays 1:30 – 3 pm4/8–6/10(10weeks)
ClifPayne•$425
blues
BLUES VOCAL FUNSHOP I Feellikesingingtheblues?Bluesisthe
mostprimal,powerfulpartofyoursoul
andsingingitismorefunthanyoucan
possiblyimagine!Studentswillexplorethe
deep,authenticsingingstrategiesofgreat
bluessingersfromJimmyReedtoBonnie
Raittwhiledevelopingbluesrepertoire.
Nopriormusicexperiencenecessary.The
classisopentoboththenovicesinger
lookingforasupportive,fun,instructive
course,andtothemoreexperienced
vocalistlookingtogaininsightand
controlonthebandstand.Eachclassis
taughtbytheBayArea'sownjazz/blues
divaPamelaRoseandaccompaniedby
legendarybluesguitaristDannyCaron.
Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
PamelaRose•$425
clif payne
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kyra gordon
BLUES VOCAL FUNSHOP II — Willie Dixon’s Blues SongwriterandproducerWillieDixonwas
thesourceoftheChicagoBlues.Muddy
Waters,Howlin’Wolf,BoDiddleyandLittle
WalterallowetheirsuccesstoDixon’s
trademarksongsandsoundonChess
Records.We’llexploreDixon’sremarkable
lifeandenormouscatalogofsongsinthis
class,withfullrhythmsectionaddedfor
thelast3classes.Prerequisites: Students must have taken Blues Funshop I or receive permission from instructor.
Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:45 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
PamelaRose•$455
TECHNIQUE & MUSICIANSHIP
VOCAL TECHNIQUE ESSENTIALSLearnavarietyofvocalexercisesto
conditionandstrengthenyourvoice.
Range,intonation,breathmanagement,
balancingvocalregisters,bodyalignment,
vowelformationanddynamicsareall
enhancedthroughtechnicalexercises.
Applicabletoallcontemporaryvocal
styles.Prerequisites: None, open to all!
Section I: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
SandyCressman•$395
Section II: Thursdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/6–6/8(10weeks)
JaniceMaxieReid•$395
COMPOSITIONSONGWRITING Exploremelodywriting,basicharmony,
moreadventurouschordprogressions,song
form,rhymeschemesandtheinstrumental
componentofsongwriting—allwiththe
purposeofhoningyouruniquevoiceasa
composer.Mostimportantly,developtwoor
threesongstobeworkshoppedandrefined
inrealtimeoverthecourseoftheterm.
Tuesdays 1 – 2:30 pm4/4–6/6(10weeks)
RachelEfron•$395
YOUNG SINGERS
VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENSBuildvocaltechniquethroughavarietyof
warm-up,eartrainingandmusicianship
exercises,anddelveintosongsasameans
ofstorytelling,developingapersonalcon-
nectiontoalyric.Allstylesofmusicare
welcome,andstudentsareencouraged
tobringinsongsoftheirchoice.The
instructorwillalsosuggestrepertoire
suitableforindividualstudents.
Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/5–6/7(10weeks)
KyraGordon•$395
CENTER STAGE —
A Mentored Program for Concert Development
Workthroughtheprocessofpresentingafull-length,public,professional-levelconcert.Candidatesworkwiththeirmentoroverthecourseofthreeorfourmonths,preparingtheirconcertbychoosingsongs,workingoutarrangements,decidingonsequencing,anddevelopingpatterandstagepresence.Lessonsalsoincludemakingabudget,hiringandrehearsingmusiciansanddevelopingamarketingplan.
Candidateswillbemostsuccessfulif
theyareadvancedstudentswhohave
someperformingexperienceinclasses
andworkshopsorinaprofessional
environment.Arepertoireof15to20
memorizedsongsinvariousstylesis
recommended.Thisisauniqueopportunityforsingerstodesignaperformancethat
reflectsapersonalizedartisticvision.Concertdatesareavailablethroughouttheyear.
Thisprogramalsoincludes:
•Aprofessionalsoundtechnicianandqualityliverecordingofyourperformance
•Staffatthedoorandon-siteduringtheperformance
•Guidanceinmarketingandpromotion,includinghowtopreparepublicitymaterials
•InclusioninCaliforniaJazzConservatoryadvertising,marketingandpublicity
•Apercentageofthedoor/ticketsales
Various teachers • $850
ContacttheChairoftheVocalProgram,LaurieAntonioli,formoreinformation
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VOCAL WORKSHOPS
BETWEEN THE SONGS:A Stage Patter Workshop for Singerswith Pamela JoyAshowismorethanaseriesofsongs.
Inthis3-hourworkshop,you’lllearnhow
somesavvystagepattercanmakeyour
performancesmorecoherent,captivating,
meaningfulandmemorable.Wewillidentify
yournaturalstagepersonaandthendelve
intothealmostlimitlessresourcesyoucan
easilydrawonwhenyouneedthatperfect
segueoranecdote.Opentoall.
Jazz singer Pamela Joy has been a profes-sional writer for over 25 years. She has created several one-woman shows, includ-ing ComeHither:TheSultrySongsofJulie
London&PeggyLee; StrangeBedfellows:
TheMusic&UnlikelyFriendshipofCole
Porter&IrvingBerlin; and NoMushyLove
Songs. Pamela’s debut CDIThoughtAbout
Youwas released in both the U.S. and Japan, and tracks from the CD have appeared on six different jazz compilations.
Sunday, April 2, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayofworkshop
BRINGING LYRICS TO LIFEwith Shanna Carlson Whatdoyoulookforinasinger?Whatis
itaboutagreatvocalperformancethat
movesus?Asasinger,areyouableto
emotionallyengageyouraudience?In
thisworkshop,we'lllookattheprocess
ofbringinglyricstolifeasanessential
componentofapowerfulvocalperfor-
mance.Studentsshouldbringone
memorizedsongwithachartinthe
correctkey.Pianoaccompaniment
providedbytheinstructor.
Bay Area vocalist and pianist Shanna Carlson has over 40 years of performance experience and is active as a solo performer and with her trio and quintet. She has released two albums as a leader and has worked as a piano accompanist at Jazz Camp West for 14 years.
Sunday, April 23, Noon – 3 pm$50advance,$65dayofworkshop
pamela joy
shanna carlson
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AMERICAN SONGBOOK: COMPOSER WORKSHOP SERIESSongs With a Plot with Maye CavallaroAsingeristheonlymusicianwhouses
wordsaswellasmusictoconveyideas
andemotions.Mostsingerswanttobenot
onlygoodmusiciansbutalsomasterful
andengagingstorytellers.Somestories
aresadorpoignant,somearesassyand
humorous,somemaycontainacautionary
tale,butallcreateadirectlinefromthe
singertothelistener.Inthisworkshop
we’lllearnsomegreatstorysongsand
explorethetechniquesandskillstomake
thempersonalandmemorable.We’lllisten
tosomegiftedstorytellersandgetideas
forhowtomakeourowninterpretations
moreengaging.Theinstructorwillprovide
nineleadsheetsforsongsincluding
practice-backingtracks.Inthefinalweek,
we’llworkwithanaccompanistandsing
thesesongs,tryingoutourarrangement
ideas.Therewillbelotsofsingingforall
threeweeks.
A warm, charismatic stage performer and accomplished musician, Maye Cavallaro has traveled extensively in Japan and the U.S., both performing and teaching. She has released several CDs as a leader and has been a favorite vocal instructor at the Jazzschool for many years.
3 Sundays: April 30, May 7 and 14 Noon – 3 pm$275advance,$290dayofworkshop
THE VOCALIST'S TOOLKIT with Maye CavallaroDoyoulovetosingbutaremystifiedasto
howtochooseappropriatematerial,find
therightkey,getpracticebackingtracks
andcommunicatewithothermusicians?
Doyouwantyourperformancetoreflect
moreof“you,”andbemorecomfortable
singingforothers?Thisclassisforyou.
Week onewillcoverbasicwarm-up
exercises,choosingmaterial,finding
theappropriatekey,learningasong,
recognizingdifferent“groovesandfeels,”
andademonstrationofsomecomputer
softwaretohelpyouinyourpractice.We’ll
learnasongtogetherandsingitinclass.
Instructorwillprovideseveraldifferent
choicesofsongswithaccompaniment
tracksandchartsforstudentstostudy
individually.
Week two willcoversongstyling,howto
makethelyricmeaningful,howtomakea
song“yourown,”performancetechniques
suchaseyecontact,whattodowithyour
hands,etc.We’lleachsingasongwe’ve
chosenfromtheprovidedmaterialfor
theclass.
Week threewillincludeaprofessional
accompanistandwillcoversimple
arrangingideassuchasintrosand
endings,vampsandturnarounds,key
changes,readingabasicchart,counting
outandcommunicatingyourideasto
accompanists.We’llsingoursongsand
applythetechniqueswe’velearnedin
thepreviousclasses.Thisisafunand
supportiveenvironment,challengingbut
notintimidating.
3 Sundays: May 21, May 28 and June 4 Noon – 3 pm$275advance,$290dayofworkshop
Maye is very prepared, organized and the musicians she brings in are excellent and wonderful to work with.— Catherine Stern
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I loved being at the Jazzschool — seeing other musicians (and aspiring musicians) of all ages, hearing the sounds of jazz waft through the space.— BEN GOLVIN
STYLISTIC ACCURACY — Technical and Stylistic Exercises for Genre-Appropriate Singing with Sara LeibFrombluestojazz,r&bandeverythingin
between,Leibexploresbothtechnical
exercisesfortimbralaccuracyandstylistic
exercisesforgenreaccuracytohelp
singersfeelcomfortableinallstylesof
contemporarymusic.Fromdeveloping
astrong“headmix”forsingingpopto
articulatingchromaticlicksforscatting
throughbebopchanges,thisstudent-
directedworkshopwillexplorethe
musicalinterestsofthestudentsin
attendance.Singersareencouragedto
prepareandbringonesongtoworkon
inclass.Suggested prerequisite: Basic understanding of music theory fundamentals.
Sara Leib has earned a stellar reputation as a talented, innovative, and accessible young jazz singer. Leib has worked with such jazz luminaries as Kurt Elling, Art Lande and Christian McBride, and has shared the stage with Hiromi Uehara and Taylor Eigsti. She has sung and taught on 5 continents, and twice been a featured speaker for the NARAS/GRAMMY Foundation. Sara has had a blast touring Japan and singing at the Glenn Miller Jazz Festival, touring South Africa, singing and teaching at the Grahamstown Jazz Festival and recently receiving standing ovations while performing for Guatemala’s premier cultural organization.
Sunday, June 4, Noon – 3pm$50advance,$65dayofworkshop
Dear JYMP Students and Parents,IknowIspeakforallofthemiddleandhigh
schoolcombodirectorswhenIsaythatit’sareal
privilegetobeabletoworkwiththestudentsin
theJazzschool’sYoungMusiciansProgram!Tobe
abletospendtimeworkingonanartformthatyou
lovewithyoungpeoplewhoareeagertolearn,and
seeingthemimproveoverthecourseofaten-week
quarterisrewardingandinspiring.It’srewarding
becauseyouseethestudentsdothingsatthe
endofthequarterthatyouknowyou’veworked
onwiththem,andinspiringbecauseyoucansee
thatit’spossibleforonetokeepgrowing,nomatter
whatyourageandlevel.Beingabletoplaymusic
withthestudentsanddemonstratethethingsthat
you’redescribingkeepsyouonyourtoes;these
youngmusiciansabsorbconceptsandideasvery
quickly,andtheyhaveenergytospare!Allofthis
goestowardexplainingwhythecoachesintheJazzschoolYoungMusiciansProgram
lovetheirjobsandloveteachingyourkids.Let’skeepitgoing!
InadditiontoSpringensembles,we’vegotlotsofexcitingsummerprogramscomingup,
includingour2-weekSummerYouthPrograminJune,theHighSchoolJazzIntensivein
JulyandtheGirls'Jazz&BluesCampinearlyAugust.Pleasereadonfordetails.
ErikJekabson
Director,JazzschoolYoungMusiciansProgram
SPRING 2017 CALENDAR
Jazzschool Community Music School Spring QuarterApril3–June12(10weeks)
Ensemble Placement Auditions: Ongoing!
School Closure: MemorialDay,May29
Spring Performance Series: June13–22
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SUMMER VOCAL
INTENSIVEAugust 8 – 13, 2017
10 am – 4:30 pm
For more information, see page 59
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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 after-
school classes, master classes
with nationally known jazz
artists, and are featured in public
performances in venues through-
out the San Francisco Bay Area
and beyond.
2017 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
JYMP ensembles require a commitment
of three quarters (fall, winter and spring).
Students unable to commit to a full school
year are still encouraged to audition,
however, priority will be given to those who
can remain in the program for the entire
school year. Students wishing to audition
mid-year will be placed in the program
based on availability of open spots in
ensembles and the student’s ability level.
Please note that we may not be able to
accommodate all students but it is our
mission to find a place for everyone if
at all possible.
PLACEMENT & AUDITION REQUIREMENTS – SPRING 2017
AUDITION MATERIALSEntering musicians are asked to prepare
two skill-level appropriate jazz standards,
improvise over a 12-bar blues (optional) or
rhythm changes (for high school students
only) and sight-read.
HOW TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION To schedule an audition, please
fill out an application online at
cjc.edu/youth_auditions. After your
application is received, you will be
contacted within 1 – 2 weeks with an
audition time. Auditions are scheduled on
a first-come, first-served basis and will be
scheduled at the earliest available time.
Students will be contacted with placement
information following the audition.
AUDITION DATES Ongoing!
AUDITION BY VIDEO (OPTIONAL) Students have the option of submitting an
online video audition rather than scheduling
an in-person audition. Students submitting
their audition online are still required to fill
out an online application (see above).
On the application form, please select live
audition or video submission. Please note:
online video submissions are not available
for the Studio Band or Advanced High
School Jazz Workshops.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ONLINE VIDEO SUBMISSIONS
• Student should be clearly visible
(and audible) on the video.
• Perform two skill-level appropriate
jazz standards. Please state the name
of each piece before you play it.
• Download one of the two improvisation
tracks at cjc.edu/youth_auditions
for the improvisation portion of your
audition. Two choruses required.
• On the video, it is important that your
playing is heard louder than anything
else, including any accompanying
tracks.
PIANO AND GUITAR PLAYERS Follow the above instructions with only
one change: after improvising, please
demonstrate comping/voicings on a
blues or rhythm changes.
DRUMMERSPlease demonstrate the following styles:
• swing, bossa nova, funk/rock.
• Demonstrate each style at various
tempos (i.e., slow, medium, fast)
• On each style/tempo please “trade
fours” with yourself (4 bars of time,
4 bars of solo, etc.)
• Play at least 16 bars of each example
After you have completed your video,
upload your audition to YouTube and title
the video with your name (Example: John
Smith Jazzschool Audition). You should
make this a private video (unless you
don’t mind it being available to the public).
Once the video is uploaded, send a link
to erik @cjc.edu. You may also upload
the video to a private website and email
a link. Please do not email audition videos
as attachments.
For more information about the
JYMP placement process, please
visit cjc.edu/youth_auditions or
contact us at erik @ cjc.edu and
510.845.5373.
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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Young Musicians Program
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 BANDDevelop technique, knowledge of jazz
style and ability to improvise through
standard and contemporary big band
repertoire. This highly-selective ensemble
records at Fantasy Studios, performs
frequently and participates in competi-
tions 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:
five saxes, five trumpets, five trombones,
guitar, piano, bass and drums.
Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm4/3 – 6/12 (10 weeks) (no class 5/29)Dave Eshelman • $225
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 advanced-
level 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 pm4/3 – 6/12 (10 weeks) (no class 5/29)Michael Zilber • $395
Section II: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/3 – 6/12 (10 weeks) (no class 5/29)Erik Jekabson • $395
HIGH SCHOOL FUNK ENSEMBLEPlay the classic funk hits of James Brown,
Sly Stone and others. All rhythm section
instruments, vocalists and horns are
welcome! Please note: the instructor
teaches songs by ear. (Also open to
advanced middle-school musicians.)
Section I: Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Joe Bagale • $395
Section II: Saturdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Joe Bagale • $395
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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 4/3 – 6/12 (10 weeks) (no class 5/29)Darren Johnston • $395
Section II: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 4/4 – 6/6 (10 weeks)
Colin Hogan • $395
Section III: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 4/4 – 6/6 (10 weeks)
Charles Hamilton • $395
Section IV: Tuesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 4/4 – 6/6 (10 weeks)
Erik Jekabson • $395
Section V: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/5 – 6/7 (10 weeks)
Rob Ewing • $395
Section VI: Wednesdays 6:30 – 8 pm4/5 – 6/7 (10 weeks)
Rob Ewing • $395
Section VII: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/6 – 6/8 (10 weeks)
Colin Hogan • $395
Section VIII: Saturdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
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.
Section I: Mondays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/3 – 6/12 (10 weeks) (no class 5/29)Colin Hogan • $395
Section II: Mondays 6:30 – 8 pm 4/3 – 6/12 (10 weeks) (no class 5/29)Colin Hogan • $395
Section III: Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 4/5 – 6/7 (10 weeks)
Erika Oba • $395
Section IV: Thursdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm 4/6 – 6/8 (10 weeks)
Erika Oba • $395
Section V: Saturdays 11:45 am – 1:15 pm 4/8 – 6/3 (9 weeks)
Raffi Garabedian • $395
VOICEVOCAL PERFORMANCE FOR TEENSBuild vocal technique through a variety
of warm-up, ear training and musicianship
exercises, and delve into songs as a means
of storytelling, developing a personal
connection to a lyric. All styles of music
are welcome, and students are encour-
aged to bring in songs of their choice.
The instructor will also suggest repertoire
suitable for individual students.
Wednesdays 4:45 – 6:15 pm4/5 – 6/7 (10 weeks)
Kyra Gordon • $395
erika oba
darren johnston
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This new 4-part series of hands-on workshops directed by some of the Bay Area’s top jazz improvisers is designed to provide players with a range of contemporary jazz improvisation techniques. Get tools for developing a modern sound, with a range of perspectives from each of these inspiring, cutting-edge players.
Each session will be directed by a different instructor and will include plenty of in-class playing time, and Q & A! These workshops are open to all. Suggested prerequisites for those who will play during the session: facility on an instrument and knowledge of jazz theory.
Ian Carey Sunday, April 9
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Steve Erquiaga Sunday, May 7
2 – 4 pm
Frank Martin Saturday, May 27
3 – 5 pm
Dann Zinn Sunday, June 4
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Trumpeter Ian Carey received a BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music from the New
School in New York. After settling in the Bay Area, he was quickly recognized as a
formidable improviser, performing with top-notch ensembles including the Electric
Squeezebox Orchestra, the Contemporary Jazz Orchestra and many others. He has
also put considerable focus on leading his own groups performing original music,
as heard on his recently released album, Interview Music. Ian has also been named
a rising star in the DownBeat critics poll for the past 3 years.
IAN CAREY STEVE ERQUIAGA
FRANK MARTIN
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Guitarist Steve Erquiaga has recorded and toured with
such varied artists as Bobby McFerrin, Joe Henderson,
Les McCann, John Scofield, David Byrne, The Turtle
Island String Quartet, Paulo Bellinati, Jim Nichols,
Andy Narell, and Paul McCandless. In addition to being
a long time faculty member here, Steve has been
an instructor at Jamey Aebersold’s Summer Jazz
Workshops for many years.
Arranger/conductor/keyboardist Frank Martin
has performed and/or recorded with a variety of
artists including Andrea Bocelli, Sting, Stevie Wonder,
Elton John, Steve Winwood, Whitney Houston, Ray
Charles, Diana Ross, Chris Isaak, Tevin Campbell,
Sheryl Crow, Philip Bailey, James Taylor, Joe Cocker,
Billy Joel, and Madonna. Jazz performance credits
include Flora Purim & Airto Moreira, Herbie Hancock,
John McLaughlin, Narada Michael Walden, Stanley
Jordan, Dizzy Gillespie, Mel Torme, Bobby McFerrin,
John Handy, Ramsey Lewis, Joe Farrell, and the Slide
Hampton Big Band.
Saxophonist Dann Zinn is well known as an instructor
of jazz improvisation. His private students have included
many of today’s leading players. Zinn has recorded and/
or performed with Joe Henderson, Taylor Eigsti, Russ
Ferrante, Jeff Tain Watts, Freddie Hubbard, Chuck
Findley, Mary Wells, Martha and the Vandellas, Barry
Finnerty, Frank Martin, among many others. He recently
released a highly anticipated series of six books called
Zinn and the Art of Saxophone.
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This new 5-part series of hands-on workshops directed by some of the Bay Area’s top jazz improvisers is designed to provide players with a range of techniques for improvising on jazz standards. Get some new tools for your improvisational toolkit, and gain a variety of perspectives on jazz improvisation from each of these wonderful musicians.
Each session will be directed by a different instructor and focus on a particular jazz standard, including plenty of in-class playing time, and Q & A.
These workshops are open to all. Suggested prerequisites for those who will play during the session: facility on an instrument and knowledge of jazz theory.
Anton Schwartz Sunday, April 9
2 – 4 pm
Kasey Knudsen Sunday, April 23
2 – 4 pm
Charlie Gurke Sunday, May 7
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Henry Hung Sunday, May 21
2 – 4 pm
Greg Johnson Sunday, June 11
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Saxophonist Anton Schwartz has forged ties with some of jazz’s heaviest hitters,
including pianists Russell Ferrante, Taylor Eigsti, Randy Porter, Josh Nelson, Art Lande
and Eric Reed; guitarists Peter Bernstein, Bruce Forman, Ed Cherry, Julian Lage
and Dan Balmer; trumpeters Dominick Farinacci, Thomas Marriott and Scott Wendholt;
and vocalists Ed Reed, Jackie Ryan, Denise Donatelli and Rebecca Kilgore. His latest
album, Flash Mob, surged to the sixth spot on the jazz radio charts and earned a
coveted four-star review in DownBeat magazine.
Saxophonist Kasey Knudsen currently performs with a
number of notable ensembles and bandleaders including
Charlie Hunter, Ben Goldberg, Fred Frith, Erik Jekabson, Ian
Carey, The Montclair Women’s Big Band, Adam Shulman,
Nathan Clevenger, Aaron Novik, Michael Coleman, The
Electric Squeezebox Orchestra and Jarrett Cherner.
Saxophonist Charlie Gurke attended the New School in New
York, studying with George Garzone and Billy Harper, among
others and received a masters degree in jazz studies from the
University of Oregon. Since settling in the Bay Area he has
become an in-demand player, arranger and composer in
numerous genres and styles. He can heard leading his own
group, Gurkestra and is a member of the Electric Squeezebox
Orchestra. He also serves as music director for We Players
theater company and directs jazz ensembles at Laney
College in Oakland.
Trumpeter Henry Hung has extensive performance and
recording experience spanning many genres. In 2013 he
received a GRAMMY award as a member of the acclaimed
Pacific Mambo Orchestra and co-leads the immensely creative
Klaxon Mutant Allstars. Henry is also an accomplished music
educator, and currently directs the band at School of the Arts
in San Francisco.
Saxophonist Greg Johnson has appeared in concert and
on recordings with jazz greats Curtis Fuller, Billy Taylor, Dick
Oatts, Alan Pasqua, Peter Erskine, Bob Mintzer and many
more. He has appeared on stage with pop and rock acts
including Saint Motel, Robin Thicke and Barry Manilow at some
of the biggest festivals and venues in the world. He is currently
Director of Jazz Studies at the Marin School of the Arts.
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GREG JOHNSON
HENRY HUNG
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Join these fantastic guitarists for a series of open format guitar master classes.
Topics covered in each two- hour workshop may include demonstration of techniques, styles and voicings, fingerings, listening to students play and offering personalized feedback, Q&A and more. Develop new skills and get inspired by each of these exciting visiting instructors!
These workshops are open to all.
Matthew Heulitt Sunday, April 30
2 – 4 pm
Jordan Samuels Sunday, May 21
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Steve Erquiaga Sunday, May 28
2 – 4 pm
Jeff Massanari Sunday, June 11
2 – 4 pm
Guitarist Matthew Charles Heulitt has been a studio ace and music educator in the
San Francisco Bay Area since 1997. He has performed and recorded around the world
with artists as varied as Sting, Sammy Hagar, Carlos Santana, Mickey Hart, Vusi
Mahlasela, Keiko Matsui, Taj Mahal and many more. MCH is currently a member of
legendary funk drummer Zigaboo Modeliste’s New Aahkesstra, The Narada Michael
Walden Band, Magna Carta art/rock band MoeTar, and a host of other Bay Area
bands at any given time.
Jordan Samuels is an accomplished guitarist who has been studying, performing and
teaching throughout the San Francisco Bay Area for the last twenty years. While at San
Francisco State University, he completed his formal training in music composition under
the guidance of Ronald Caltabiano and Richard Festinger while simultaneously pursuing
a jazz studies curriculum directed by Andrew Speight and John Calloway. He has studied
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JEFF MASSANARI
guitar with Randy Vincent and Bruce Forman and is
strongly influenced by Wes Montgomery, Kenny Burrell,
Grant Green, Barney Kessel and Peter Bernstein. Since
completing his studies in 2010, Jordan has become an
in-demand jazz guitarist and can be seen performing
regularly with the Hot Club of San Francisco, the
Electric Squeezbox Orchestra, the Bay Area based
organ trio Certified Organic and his own trio/quartet.
Guitarist Steve Erquiaga has recorded and toured with
such varied artists as Bobby McFerrin, Joe Henderson,
Les McCann, John Scofield, David Byrne, The Turtle
Island String Quartet, Paulo Bellinati, Jim Nichols, Andy
Narell, and Paul McCandless. In addition to being
a long time faculty member here, Steve has been an
instructor at Jamey Aebersold’s Summer Jazz Work-
shops for many years.
By the time Jeff Massanari was 17 he was performing
and teaching jazz and blues in the Washington DC area
when his love of jazz took him from DC to Boston’s
Berklee School of Music. After studying performance
and composition, Jeff moved to the San Francisco Bay
Area and quickly became one of the most in-demand
guitarists. Jeff wears many stylistic hats including
straight-ahead jazz, fusion, blues, rock and even has
some serious country chops. He is at home playing
complex jazz solo guitar arrangements as well as
tearing up a plate full of blues on his Strat! Jeff has
performed with Mark Inouye and the San Francisco
Symphony, Kenny Washington, Pamela Rose, Wally
Schnalle, Mary Wilson, Keely Smith, Kim Nalley and
Denise Perrier.
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Hamir Atwal Sunday, April 9
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Deszon Claiborne Sunday, April 23
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Alan Hall Sunday, May 7
2 – 4 pm
Julian Hogan Sunday, May 21
2 – 4 pm
Jon Arkin Sunday, June 4
2 – 4 pm
Alan Hall has performed and/or recorded with many jazz
greats including: Paul McCandless, Russell Ferrante, Taylor
Eigsti, Art Lande, Geoff Keezer, Jimmy Haslip, Kai Eckhardt,
and vocalists Kenny Washington and Rebecca Parris. He’s
worked with Cirque Du Soleil in NYC and Teatro Zinzanni in
San Francisco. Alan taught drum set and ensembles at Berklee
College of Music for seven years and he currently teaches drum
set and ensembles at California Jazz Conservatory and Cal
State University East Bay in Hayward. He is the author of
several articles and a drum book entitled: Internalization: A Non-Reading Intensive Approach to Mastery of the Jazz Drumming Language. He is a proud endorser of Brooks Drums,
Zildjian Cymbals, Aquarian Accessories and Vic Firth Sticks.
While a student at Berkeley High School, drummer
Julian Hogan played a key part in helping the High School
Jazz Ensemble win the Monterey Jazz Festival High School
Competition 2 years in a row, and received the outstanding
soloist award on drum set. Julian continued his music studies
at CSU Northridge where he performed with the acclaimed
Jazz ‘A’ Band and studied with legendary drummer Gregg
Bissonette. Julian prides himself on his versatility, being able
to play a wide range of musical styles authentically. Julian
has been fortunate enough to share the stage with artists such
as Bobby Brown, Too Short, Ray J, The Drifters, Martin Luther
and Miguel, among many others, and has opened for many
notable artists including Tower of Power, Third Eye Blind,
Talib Kweli and Hall & Oates. He is passionate about his
ongoing involvement with The Hogan Brothers trio, which
includes his brothers Steve on Bass and Colin on Keyboards.
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 from students taking his “Musical Drummer” course at
the Jazzschool.
HAMIR ATWAL
Drummer Hamir Atwal is well known for his great feel, sensitive touch and creative
spirit. He has experience working in numerous genres ranging from pop to the
avant-garde. Collaborators have included Michael Formanek, Ben Goldberg, Joe Lovano
and Greg Osby.
A native of the Bay Area, drummer Deszon Claiborne began his musical career at the
age of ten. Virtually self-taught in the beginning, Deszon went on to study intensively
with world renowned drummers such as Ralph Humphrey, James Levi, Richard Peterson,
Billy Cobham and Keneth Nash. These experiences provided him with a strong
foundation in jazz, funk, rock, R&B and world music. Deszon has had the pleasure to
perform or record with Dr. Lonnie Smith, Boz Scaggs, Peter Apfelbaum, Charles Brown,
Joe Locke, Les McCann, Robin Ford, Angela Bofill, Omar Sosa, Giovanni Hildalgo, Ernie
Watts and Donald Harrison.
DESZON CLAIBORNE ALAN HALL
JULIAN HOGAN
JON ARKIN
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Join each of these incredible
drummers for a series of
open format drum set
master classes.
Topics covered in each two- hour workshop may include demonstration of techniques, styles, grooves, soloing, listening to students play and offering personalized feedback, Q&A and more. Become a better drummer and get inspired by each of these exciting visiting instructors!
These workshops are open to all.
Drum Set Master Class Series
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area pianists for a series of open
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Topics covered in each two-hour workshop may include demonstration of techniques, styles and voicings, listening to students play and offering personalized feedback, Q&A and more. Add some more tools to your pianistic toolkit and get inspired by each of these exciting visiting instructors!
These workshops are open to all.
Frank Martin Saturday, April 22
3 – 5 pm
Adam Shulman Sunday, April 30
2 – 4 pm
Maya Kronfeld Sunday, May 28
2 – 4 pm
Colin Hogan Sunday, June 4
2 – 4 pm
Arranger/conductor/keyboardist Frank Martin has performed and/or recorded with
a variety of artists including Andrea Bocelli, Sting, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Steve
Winwood, Whitney Houston, Ray Charles, Diana Ross, Chris Isaak, Tevin Campbell, Sheryl
Crow, Philip Bailey, James Taylor, Joe Cocker, Billy Joel, and Madonna. Jazz performance
credits include Flora Purim & Airto Moreira, Herbie Hancock, John McLaughlin, Narada
Michael Walden, Stanley Jordan, Dizzy Gillespie, Mel Torme, Bobby McFerrin, John
Handy, Ramsey Lewis, Joe Farrell and the Slide Hampton Big Band.
In addition to leading his own groups Adam Shulman can also be seen as a sideman
with countless Bay Area musicians and vocalists such as John Wiitala, Vince Lateano,
Kitty Margolis, Andrew Speight, Dayna Stephens, Erik Jekabson, Gary Brown, Patrick
Wolff, Faye Carol, Ian Cary, and Mike Zilber among many others. Adam has played as
a sideman with internationally renowned artists Stefon Harris, Willie Jones III, Miguel
Zenon, Mark Murphy, Alan Harris, Luciana Souza, Paula West, Ratzo Harris, Larry Coryell,
Sean Jones, Grant Stewart, Bobby Hutcherson and with the Glen Miller Orchestra.
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MAYA KRONFELD
COLIN HOGAN
Rhythm-driven pianist Maya Kronfeld was born in
Berkeley, CA to a drummer father and a literature
professor mother. She studied piano with Libby
McLaren and Susan Muscarella, who gave her lifelong
tools for connecting authentically to every moment of
playing. Maya has toured with Van Hunt, The Memorials
(led by drum phenomenon Thomas Pridgen) and
appeared in venues ranging from Yoshi’s Oakland to the
Harlem Stage Theatre in NYC to the Viper Room in Los
Angeles. In 2016, she performed with vocalist Georgia
Anne Muldrow. In 2015 Maya was profiled on KCSM’s
Desert Island Jazz alongside vocalist/composer Valerie
Troutt. The two have an inspired duo project entitled
“Two Shoes Shouting,” and have collaborated on several
recordings of Valerie’s including Prepare For A Future
and The Sound of Peace. Maya is also the featured
pianist on vocalist Natalie John’s self-titled original jazz
album. Whether playing jazz or related musics, Maya
strives to uplift audiences with her experimental
spontaneity and sense of groove, but can always be
relied upon to dig into the music!
Colin Hogan has performed on 5 continents playing
everything from jazz, funk, salsa and hip-hop to tango
and Balinese gamelan. He has performed with many
legendary jazz musicians including James Moody, Peter
Erskine, Bob Brookmeyer, Roy Ayers, and Maria
Schneider. In 2004 he performed with electric bass
revolutionary Larry Graham of Sly and the Family Stone
at the California Music Awards which was nationally
televised. Colin is currently involved in many projects
including jazz/groove/experimental collective the Jazz
Mafia, international cafe music group Trio Zincalo
and jazz/funk/fusion band The Hogan Bros. with his
brothers Steve and Julian.
Series: $100 advance purchase for the four-part series
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THEORY & IMPROVISATION
Ridgeway Arts Presents CREATIVITY — HOW TO PRACTICE IT with Kari IkonenImprovisation, spontaneity and creativity are
essential skills for a jazz musician. But how to
learn them? Through theoretical analysis and
technical exercises? Or is there another way?
Finnish pianist Kari Ikonen tells about his way
of learning, making music and growing up as
an artist.
The 2013 Yrjö Award recipient as the Finnish Jazz Musician of the Year, pianist, moogist and composer Kari Ikonen (b. 1973) is currently active with his trio and several other bands and projects like Orchestra Nazionale della Luna, Quartet Ajaton and Trio Toffa. He has worked with the likes of Louis Sclavis, Lee Konitz, Bob Moses, Ingrid Jensen, Magnus Broo, Vincent Courtois and Ron McClure. Kari has performed in South Korea, Japan, USA, Armenia, Turkey, Russia and 23 European countries. His playing and compositions have been recorded on more than 40 albums, 5 of these under his name. His compositions have been honored internationally, taking first prizes in the American “Julius Hemphill Composition Awards” and in the Italian “Scrivere in Jazz.” He also works as a part-time teacher at the jazz department of the Sibelius Academy.
Saturday, April 1, 3 – 5 pm$30 advance, $45 day of workshop
ALTERED DOMINANT AND DOMINANT 13b9 CHORDSwith Anton Schwartz These two chords provide rich colors that
are essential to the palette of intermediate
and advanced jazz players. This workshop
takes a deep look at the chords and their
accompanying scales, examining how each
is constructed, why they are constructed
that way and how they may be used to
maximal effect. Their sounds are contrasted
within the context of jazz (e.g. when should
one be used rather than the other?) by
listening to examples of their use. Addi-
tional topics include: different types of
“outness” and lydian dominant, the “sister”
of the altered sound. This workshop is
appropriate for students with little prior
exposure to the subject, as well as students
familiar with melodic minor and diminished
harmony who wish to deepen their
understanding. Prerequisites: an under-standing of basic theory and the mixolydian & diminished scales.
Saturday, April 8, 11 am – 2 pm$45 advance, $60 day of workshop
SUS CHORDSwith Anton Schwartz A deep look at the use of suspended
dominant “sus” chords in contemporary
jazz and related styles. Topics include:
traditional versus modern use, sus-flat-9,
sus-add-3, relation to II-V-I progressions,
techniques for improvisation.
Prerequisites: basic knowledge of music theory.
Saturday, April 8, 3 – 5 pm$30 advance, $45 day of workshop
NORTH INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC with Sharat Chandra SrivastavaThis workshop will present and explore
elements of North Indian classical music
with the following key objectives:
• Highlight similarities with modes in
Western music, particularly related to
improvisation within defined melodic
structures (ragas) that are a defining
feature of Indian music.
• Demonstrate techniques for innovation
and synergy with other forms of
music, including note slides (“meend”),
collaborative improvisation in duets
(“jugalbandi”), and use of different
genres of traditional Indian classical
music compositions to develop and
establish a “raga.” In particular,
fingering techniques for string
players will be illustrated.
Prerequisites: ability to play a melodic instrument is helpful but not necessary.
Sharat Chandra Srivastava has been performing Hindustani classical music for over 25 years. He was part of India’s premier rock band Parikrama for 12 years. After leaving Parikrama in 1999, he started the Delhi-based fusion band Mrigya. He is also a member of the world music quartet India Alba. In 1998, he performed with Sting in an all-acoustic set at the Channel V awards held at New Delhi. He has also performed with Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Pt. Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Pt. Birju Maharaj and many other stalwarts.
Sunday, April 9, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of workshop
JAZZ THEORY COMPLETE IN 2 HOURS with Mark LevineAuthor of The Jazz Theory Book, one of
the world’s most widely used jazz theory
texts, Mark Levine boils it all down to a
single two-hour workshop! From the II-V-I
progression 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, April 23, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of the workshop
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APPROACHING COMPOSITION THROUGH IMPROVISATIONwith LA Signal LabLA Signal Lab composers expand upon
various compositional techniques inspired
by their dual backgrounds in classical
composition and jazz improvisation, with
demonstrations by collaborating chamber
musicians. Processes range from the
extraction and restructuring of composi-
tional material from improvisatory
language to incorporating the element of
improvisation into through-composed
pieces. This workshop will explore new
perspectives, reveal hidden connections,
and provide specific tools for creating
music that breaks boundaries and defies
genre. Prerequisites: Previous experience with improvisation and basic musical notation are recommended.
Founded in 2015 by Hitomi Oba, Noah Meites, Dan Marschak and Nick DePinna, “LA Signal Lab” (LASL) is a new-music collective of composer/performers dedi-cated to challenging artificial boundaries between notated and improvised musical traditions. Members of the collective draw upon their diverse and extensive back-grounds as composers and performers working in musical contexts including jazz, world, popular, and western classical music. Although only a year old, LA Signal Lab has already been nationally recognized for its genre-defying efforts. With a grant from New Music USA, assisted in part by the Helen F. Whitaker Fund and Aaron Copland Fund for Music, LASL launched its ambitious 2015 inaugural program, “Whisper and Howl” featuring four newly commissioned works performed throughout California and recorded in Los Angeles as an album of the same title.
Sunday, April 30, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm$30 advance, $45 day of workshop
CONCISE LEAD SHEET AND CHART NOTATION with Madison BohrerEfficient chart writing makes it easier to
rehearse the music, significantly reduces
the amount of rehearsal time needed,
makes substituting band members a
breeze, and frees up the musicians to
focus on their playing. All of this helps
your songs sound great! Putting notes,
rhythms, chords, and lyrics to paper is
only the first step in crafting a great lead
sheet or arrangement. Step two is making
sure your musical content is displayed
and organized in a way that reflects the
care you took to write it. This workshop
will focus on the important process of
formatting and notating charts to optimize
readability and promote communication
between players. It will shed light on
common stumbling blocks and how to
avoid them. Functional arrangements will
be created step by step, and examples of
how notation can either confuse or work
to a player’s advantage will be addressed.
Prerequisites: Attendees must be able to read and write notes and rhythms, and must bring a pencil. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chart of their own to share and analyze.
Saxophonist, bandleader and arranger Madison Bohrer draws from the experi-ence of playing professionally in a wide variety of genres including jazz, funk, motown, hip-hop, rock, pop, reggae and salsa. He is a recent CJC graduate and looks forward to continuing to write, play and teach music in the Bay Area.
Sunday, April 23, 2 – 4 pm$20 general admission
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CREATIVE PRACTICE — PRACTICE CREATIVELYA Guide to Getting the Most Out of Your Practice Sessions with Ed NeumeisterBased on his video series of the same
name, master trombonist and composer Ed
Neumeister explains and demonstrates his
method of practicing a musical instrument
efficiently, effectively and most importantly
with fun! This is a comprehensive approach
to becoming a uniquely creative, high-level,
player, while developing the abilities to be
professionally competitive in your chosen
style or in various stylistic fields. For all
instruments and all levels.
Trombonist and composer Ed Neumeister has been a leading voice in jazz for more than 40 years. Ed was a long-time fixture on the Bay Area music scene before moving to New York in 1980 where he performed with the Duke Ellington Orchestra for 15 years and the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra for 19 years. Starting in the 1990s, Ed began working as a guest soloist in Europe. Ed is also an active film composer having contributed orchestrations for films including Inception, Sherlock Holmes and The Dark Knight. Ed is also Professor of Jazz Trombone at the University of the Performing Arts in Graz, Austria.
Saturday, April 15 3 – 5 pm$30 advance, $45 day of workshop
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START PLANNING YOUR SUMMER!
The JCMS is proud to offer a range of summer camps and intensives for both adults and young musicians (middle school and high school age). These fun, immersive programs are a great way to jump-start your learning, by working closely with our talented instructors for a week or more. They also serve as the perfect forum for you to meet like-minded musicians from around the Bay Area and beyond.
All of our camps and intensives conclude with a concert in the Jazzschool’s Hardymon Hall, free and open to public. Space is limited and each of these programs is certain to sell out! Early registration is highly recommended. Please read on for details and check cjc.edu for the most recent program updates.
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WELLNESS
ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE FOR MUSICIANS with Laura KleinPlaying an instrument or singing is a
complex process involving not just hands,
embouchure, or voice, but your whole self.
Habits of tension and misuse can hinder
free musical expression. The Alexander
Technique is a powerful tool for preventing
injuries, improving overall ease, and
increasing poise in performance. This
method is taught at performing arts
institutions all over the world, and can be
applied to any activity. In this introductory
workshop, a few participants will receive
demonstration “hands-on” work with their
instrument. Musicians of all levels, from
beginners to professionals, are welcome.
Laura Klein is Associate Professor of the Alexander Technique at the CJC and has a private teaching practice in Berkeley. She is certified by the American Society of the Alexander Technique (AmSAT) and the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT). She is a pianist, composer and recording artist, co-leads FivePlay Jazz Quintet, and maintains a busy performing schedule.
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VIBRAPHONE MASTER CLASSwith Tony Miceli and Anthony Smith
June 16 and 17
To register please visit: vibesworkshop.com
With decades of performing and
teaching experience around the world,
Tony Miceli and Anthony Smith have
created an exciting two-day program
for vibraphonists of all levels of ability.
Topics covered include technique,
harmony, dampening, phrasing, solo
playing and much more. Each attendee
receives a Boot Camp Manual, filled
with helpful exercises and examples
to continue tackling long after the
program concludes.
Active on the international jazz scene since the 1980s, Tony Miceli has been described by All About Jazz as “a vibraphonist of astonishing virtuosity, musical resilience, and inventiveness.” He is the creator of vibesworkshop.com, an online school with over 3,000 members. He has performed with David Liebman, Jimmy Bruno, Ken Peplowski, John Blake, Diane Monroe, John Swana, Joe Magnarelli, Steve Slagle, Larry McKenna and many others.
Anthony Smith has been performing, arranging, composing and producing music professionally for twenty-five years. As a pianist, keyboardist and vibraphonist, he has worked with many well-known artists in the world of jazz, and also pop, rock and a variety of other genres. In addition to working as a sideman in a large number of both local and touring groups, Anthony has led many of his own bands, performing extensively throughout the U.S., and also abroad on occasion.
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HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ INTENSIVE
July 24 – 28, 201710 am – 4 pm
A Five-Day Intensivefor Advanced High School Jazz Instrumentalists!
Michael Zilber, Artistic Director
Six to eight advanced high school musicians are selected to work closely with top Bay Area jazz artists for a week of rehearsals, master classes and private lessons. Concludes with a performance at the school.
A departure from the typical one-instructor-to-an-ensemble model, the student group meets daily with a complete ensemble of seasoned professional musicians working to develop improvisation and arranging/composition skills in an intensive rehearsal format. Each participant receives a professional- quality recording of the concert!
Openings for all rhythm section instruments and horns.
See cjc.edu / hsji for a daily schedule of events.
Audition date: April 29Tuition • $795
For more information and audition pre-screening, please contact the Jazzschool at 510.845.5373 or email: erik@ cjc.edu
Dr. Michael Zilber is the director of the Jazzschool’s multiple DownBeat award–winning Advanced High School Jazz Workshop.
Students develop skills in ensemble playing, music reading, improvisation, instrumental technique, rhythm, jazz theory and more.
Ensemble directors include Kasey Knudsen, Colin Hogan, Joe Bagale, Henry Hung with numerous guest instructors visiting each week.
Tuition • $495 per week or $900 for both weeks
For additional information please contact JSYP Director Rob Ewing at 510.845.5373 x 14 or email [email protected].
Please see cjc.edu / jsyp for complete details.
• Jazz Ensemble
• Funk Ensemble
• New Orleans Brass Band
• Visiting clinicians and performers
• Jam Sessions
• Jazz Theory
• Private Lessons
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SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM
Open to all instrumentalists entering 7th – 10th grades
Two Five–Day Sessions!
June 19 – 23 and June 26 – June 30, 2017
Monday – Friday
9:30 am – 3 pm
All-camp performances each Friday evening at 6 pm
SUMMER VOCAL INTENSIVEAugust 7 – 12, 2017 • 10 am – 4:30 pm
A Five-Day Intensive Workshop with
Theo Bleckmann and Laurie Antonioli
GIRLS’ JAZZ & BLUES CAMPOpen to all instrumentalists and vocalists entering 6th – 12th grades
July 31 – August 4, 2017Monday – Friday 9:30 am – 3 pm
All-camp performance Friday, August 4 at 6pm. The concert will be held at the beautiful Freight & Salvage Concert Hall across the street from the Jazzschool.
A supportive musical environment where girls have fun and develop self- confidence while honing improvisational, technical and ensemble skills. Directed by Jean Fineberg & Ellen Seeling, with an all-women faculty from the Montclair Women’s Big Band.
Tuition • $499 • Some financial aid available.For program information: [email protected] or leave message at 510.758.2200Registration: cjc.edu/girlsreg or call 510.845.5373
• Jazz Combo
• Blues & Soul Group
• Latin Ensemble
• Pop Vocal Group
• Rhythm & Blues Choir
• Jazz Big Band
• “My Life” Spoken Word Poetry
• Songwriting
• Theory & Improv
• Vocal Skills
• Percussion (joins Latin)
• One Private Lesson
• LUNCHTIME OPEN JAM
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The intensive culminates with a
performance open to the public
Saturday, August 12, 8 pm
Artist-in-residence and ECM recording artist Theo Bleckmann and Laurie Antonioli, Chair of the CJC vocal program, return for this annual, week-long workshop designed to help singers define, create and perform in a distinctive and authentic style. As jazz singing today has expanded vastly in genres and styles, this unique intensive emphasizes the technical, creative and spiritual aspects of singing and perform-ing and serves as a catalyst for artistic growth no matter where your path leads. Bleckmann and Antonioli will assist the students in their personal and musical development, opening doors to new ideas and encouraging possibilities.
International students are welcome!
Limit: 10 students
Open to intermediate to advanced singers.
Tuition • $950
For more information about
the Vocal Intensive, contact
Laurie Antonioli: laurie @ cjc.edu
Refund Policy: $100 of program tuition is non-refundable until July 1. After that date, all tuition is non-refundable.
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26 Fri 8pm The extraordinary Stephanie Crawford $20 and the Joe Warner Trio
Check out what’s happening in our intimate
90-seat venue — national stars, faculty-led
groups and students.
info & tickets at cjc.edu
22 Sat 8pm POETRY WEEKEND — Al Young & Dan Robbins $20
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various California Jazz Conservatory Concerts Free times
21 Fri 8pm POETRY WEEKEND — Ishmael Reed & Tennessee Reed $20
23 Sun 4:30pm POETRY WEEKEND — Amos White/ $20 George Davis/Amber McZeal
30 Sun 4:30pm Swing Fever with Denise Perrier $15
12 Fri 8pm California Jazz Conservatory Senior Project $10
28 Fri 8pm Larry Epstein Quintet $15
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24 Sat 8pm Paul Simeon Fingerote presents $15 “Jazz on My Mind” by Dr. Herb Wong
17 Sat 8pm Tony Miceli $15
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16 Fri 8pm V-Note Ensemble $18
3 Sat 8pm Dick Conte Quartet $15
27 Sat 8pm Grex Plays A Love Supreme $15
28 Sun 4:30pm Dick Hindman $15
28 Sun 7pm Vocal Jam Session $10
KALIL WILSON STEPHANIE CRAWFORD DENISE PERRIERMARCOS SILVAZACK MONDLICK
1 Sat 8pm Ridgeway Arts Presents Kari Ikonen $18
7 Fri 8pm Zach Mondlick Quartet $15
9 Sun 4:30pm SFEMS - Musica Pacifica $20
15 Sat 8pm Mary D’Orazi with Marcos Silva $15
2 Sun 4:30pm Kalil Wilson $15
2 Sun 7pm Blues Vocal Jam Session $10
8 Sat 8pm Laurie Antonioli $18
14 Fri 8pm Ed Neumeister $15
29 Sat 8pm LA Signal Lab $15
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18 Sun 7pm Blues Vocal Jam $10
14 Sun 4:30pm SFEMS: Vajra Voices with Shira Kammen $20 and Theresa Wong
21 Sun 4:30pm California Jazz Conservatory Senior Project $10
25 Sun 4:30pm Holly Martins $15
25 Sun 7pm Vocal Jam Session $10
MARY D’ORAZI
Spring 2017 Concert Series
9–11 various Jazzschool Young Free times Musicians’ Program
13–22 various Jazzschool Community Music School Free times Student Performances
23 Fri 6pm Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Concert Week 1 Free
30 Sun 7pm Vocal Jam Session $10
30 Fri 6pm Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Concert Week 2 Free
18 Sun 4:30pm Angelo Montesano Scholarship Fund Benefit $15 Concert — Carolyn Jones & Friends
19 Fri 8pm Tribute to Guinga with the Cressman/ $15 Faquini/Kleinmann Trio
20 Sat 8pm Shanna Carlson and Friends $15
2 Fri 8pm Alan Hall’s Ratatet $15
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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
Bill Aron (saxophone)M.M. in Performance, SF State; B.A. in Music, UC Berkeley. Professional musician and music educator for 42 years; specializing in classical saxophone playing with the San Francisco Saxophone Quartet and San Francisco Symphony among others.
Joe Bagale (drums) Eastman School of Music (1.5 years) currently lead vocalist, keyboardist, guitarist with Mickey Hart Band. Leads Joe Bagale band, performs with Jazz Mafia, Hot Einstein, Disappear Incompletely. www.joebagale.com
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.
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
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 (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
Cecilia Engelhart (voice)Education: San Francisco Conservatory, Mannes College of Music. Has performed/recorded with a wide range of artists including: RubenBlades, Theo Bleckmann, Willie Colon, Santi Debriano, Paquito D’Rivera, Rinde Eckert, Tania Libertad, Meredith Monk, Oscar Castro Neves, Mario Rivera, Michael Spiro, Keith Terry, Tamba Trio, Wayne Wallace etc. As composer and arranger with “Tanaora”, “Free Dive” and “Trio 3”. Classical performance includes SF Symphony Chorus,“Conjunto Nuevo Mundo” early music ensemble.
Steve Erquiaga (guitar)National and international recording and perform-ing artist; performed at Montreux Jazz Festival, Berlin Jazz Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival; performed with Bobby McFerrin, Joe Henderson, Les McCann, John Scofield, David Byrne, Turtle Island String Quartet, Paulo Bellinati, Andy Narell, and Paul McCandless; founder, leader, Trio Paradiso; faculty, Jamey Aebersold Jazz Clinics; publications include Guitar Duets and arrangements from his CD Cafe Paradiso.
Dave Eshelman (trombone)From 1984 to 2007, Dave Eshelman served as Director of Jazz Studies at California State University, East Bay (formerly Cal State Hayward). Eshelman has performed extensively with many jazz groups in the Bay Area and has worked as a featured soloist in the big bands of Ray Brown, Joe Henderson, Tito Puente and Gerald Wilson. Various artists across the United States and Europe — such as Joe Henderson, Don Ellis, Bill Watrous, and Stan Kenton, the Swedish Radio Orchestra and the Airmen of Note — have performed his compositions and arrangements.
Rob Ewing (trombone) Jazzschool Community Music School Director. Jazzschool Summer Youth Program Director. B.A., Naropa U.; 2 years, Berklee College of Music. Leader of Disappear Incompletely — The Radiohead Project. Performances with STS9, Marcus Shelby Orchestra, Vinny Golia, Latin Giants of Jazz, Ray Vega, Wayne Wallace, Graham Connah, Joe Bagale, The Barr Brothers, Les Gwan Jupons, John Schott’s Typical Orchestra, Jazz Mafia Symphony, Oakland Active Orchestra, Half of Half, Leslie Helpert, Rebecca Griffin, Naytronix. www.robewingmusic.com
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Jean Fineberg (saxophone, flute)M.Ed. in Secondary Education, B.S. in Science; B.A. in Arts & Sciences, Pennsylvania State U. Founder, leader of Deuce and Saxophunk; Assistant Director, composer, arranger, Montclair Women’s Big Band; toured and recorded with Melba Liston, David Bowie, Laura Nyro, Chic, Sister Sledge; consultant, San Francisco Arts Commission; NEA Jazz Fellow; recipient, ASCAP music composition awards, Meet The Composer grants; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR.
Raffi Garabedian (saxophone)B.F.A. in Jazz Performance, The New School, NYC. Performs with Brass Magic, Raffi Garabedian Blues Band, and many others. Studies with Dann Zinn, Dayna Stephens, Mark Turner, Tony Malaby, Chris Cheek, Ben Street, & Bill McHenry.
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.
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
Darren Johnston (trumpet)BA jazz performance — Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, MA composition — Mills College. Adjunct trumpet/jazz professor at UC Berkeley, private instructor at SF Community Music Center, Stanford Jazz Workshop. Performed/recorded with Fred Frith, Marcus Shelby, Myra Melford, ROVA Saxo-phone Quartet, Meklit Hadero, and many others. Has led United Brassworker’s Front, Nice Guy Trio, Darren Johnston Quintet (featuring Ben Goldberg and Sheldon Brown), Trans-Global People’s Chorus, Broken Shadows, and others.
Jennifer Jolly (keyboards) Performer, educator, session musician, composer, 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
Omar Ledezma Jr. (percussion, voice) Diploma, Performance, Berklee College of Music 2003. B.S., Law School, Santa Maria University, Caracas, Venezuela 1995. Active local performer, teacher, GRAMMY nominee and world class musician. Toured with renowned artists in USA, Europe, the Caribbean and South America. Has participated in more than 35 recordings, DVDs and books. PEARL PERCUSSION Artist. www.omarledezmajr.com
Dave 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
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.
Anthony Paule (guitar) A.A. Degree from CCSF. Has toured and/or recorded with Maria Muldaur, Boz Skaggs, Charlie Mussel-white, 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
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Janice Maxie Reid (voice)Alumnus and 26-year faculty UCB Young Musicians Program; studied vocal arts, music education at USC School of Music, San Francisco Conservatory of Music; studied with Jane Sharp, Bill Bell, Phil Reeder, Helen Stephens. International and national performer, keyboardist, vocalist, performance coach, music educator; bandleader, recording artist, adjudicator and clinician; specializing in classical, jazz, gospel, pop, R&B. Currently, CJC choral director of Women’s and Girls’ Jazz & Blues Camp; Keyboardist and Music Director for multi-GRAMMY winner and Santana veteran vocalist Tony Lindsay; Carlos Reyes; vocal coach at Stanford University Has performed with Sting, Narada Michael Walden, George Duke, Lenny Williams, Earl Klugh, Rodney Franklin. www.janicemaxiereid.com
Glenn Richman (bass) Mannes School of Music (1 yr); Berklee College of Music (2 yrs). Advisor, Jazzschool Bass Program; student of Buster Williams, George Mraz and Mike Longo; performed with Bobby Hutcherson, Jon Hendricks, Dave Liebman, Chet Baker, Benny Green, Dakota Staton, Chris Connor, Tom Harrell, Eddie Henderson, John Hicks, Mike Clark, Jack Wilkins, Billy Hart, Larry Willis, George Coleman and Mickey Roker; faculty, Brubeck Institute, UC Berkeley and Chabot College. www.glennrichman.com
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 Len 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
Clif Payne (voice) Evershift recording artist, international concert vocalist,and vocal coach. Studied jazz improvisa-tion and performance with legendary jazz educator David Baker at Indiana University in Bloomington and studied vocal technique with Seth Riggs associates Chip Hand and Roger Burnley in Los Angeles. Discovered by Bobby McFerrin, Clif has performed or recorded with Freda Payne, Bobby McFerrin, Bill Champlain, Lenny Williams and Evelyn “Champagne” King and has opened in concert for Tony Bennett, Johnny Mathis and Dionne Warwick. Clif also teaches voice at the Castro Valley School of Music. http://clifpayne.org
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
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
Ellen Seeling (trumpet)B.Mus. in Jazz Studies, Indiana U. Composer, arranger and recording artist. Founder and Director, Montclair Women’s Big Band; featured on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz on NPR and Grammy Foundation; performed with Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Big Band, Joe Cocker, Ray Barretto, Patti LaBelle; consultant, San Francisco Arts Commission.
Rumen Shopov (percussion) A Turkish Rom (“Gypsy”) from Bulgaria, Rumen Shopov is a multi-instrumentalist, bandleader, singer, dancer, and recording artist specializing in traditional and contemporary Balkan and Romani music. Rumen has performed and taught Balkan and Romani music throughout Eastern and Western Europe and North and South America. He has performed alongside Balkan music legends Yuri Yunakov, Teodossi Spassov, Ismail Lumanovski, and many others. www.eefc.org/Shopov.shtml
Marcos Silva (piano) Adviser, Brazilian Program. National and interna-tional performing and recording artist, composer, arranger, producer, educator; performed with Leny Andrade, Emilio Santiago, Marcio Montarroyos, Jon Lucien, Claudio Roditi; Music Director, arranger, keyboards for Flora Purim, Airto, Toninho Horta, Paquito D’Rivera, Bud Shank, Ricardo Silveira, Dori Caymmi, Nana Caymmi, Danilo Caymmi, Edu Lobo, Joyce; leader, Marcos Silva and Intersection. www.marcossilva.com
Marc Van Wageningen (bass) San Francisco Bay Area electric bassist and recording artist specializing in funk, Latin and jazz. Performed with Diane Reeves, Tower of Power, Pee Wee Ellis/Maceo Parker, Steve Smith, Stan Getz,George Duke, Francisco Aquabella, Pete Escovedo, Eddie Marshall, Sheila E. and the E. Train and Andy Narell among others. Recorded with Steve Winwood, Sheila E., Tom Grant, David Garibaldi, Pete Escovedo, Ray Obiedo, Linda Tillery, Cornelius Bumpus and Teresa Trull and Barbara Higby. Served as house band member for The Wayne Brady Show, But Can They Sing and The One. Marc has a debut recording out under the VW Brothers name titled Muziekon Patois Records.vwbrothers.com
Jeanne Walpole (piano) M.A. in Music Theory, San Francisco State U.; M.A. Studies in Piano Manhattan School of Music; B.A., Smith College: studied with Dick Hindman 1990–2003; Pianist, Nordstrom.
Katherine Westine (piano) Post-graduate studies in Early Music, Norddeutsche Orgelakademie, Bremen, Germany; M.A. in Organ Performance, Lone Mountain College, San Francisco; B.A. in Music History, U. of Washington, Seattle. Co-producer, Florio Street Concerts.
Winslow Yerxa (harmonica) Author of Harmonica for Dummies, advice columnist at Bluesharmonica.com, and president of the Society for the Preservation and Advance-ment 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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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 [email protected] 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.)
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 201 2. Our campus will expand to a nearby location in fall of 2017 to help accom-modate 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
Support the CJC!
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SUSTAINING BENEFACTORS ($50,000 AND ABOVE)
Jerry Fiddler & Melissa Alden
Jennifer Maxwell
Amy & Eddie Orton
David & Beth Sawi
DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE ($25,000 – $49,999)
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Hilary Perkins
Jerry Povse
John & Mary Raitt
Jim & Ruth Reynolds
Danny Scher
BENEFACTORS CIRCLE ($10,000 – $24,999)
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Jamey Aebersold
Susan & Jeffrey Brand
Charles & Margaret Charnas
Bannus & Cecily Hudson
J. Tyler & Melanie Johnston
Donn Logan & Marcy Li Wong
Ivan, Maris & Harry Meyerson
Gregg Perloff of Another Planet Entertainment
Neil Rudolph & Susan Cluff
Murray & Helen Sibley
Michael Yovino-Young & Alison Teeman
PATRONS CIRCLE ($5,000 – $9,999)
June Cheit
Mary Ford & Rob Lewis
Jeffrey Goodby
Rita Hargrave
Eric & Simone Lang
Gene & Leslie Wang
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 January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016)
2016 Individual GiftsSPONSORS CIRCLE ($1,000 – $4,999)
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($500 – $999)
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Demetrios Agretelis
Bayard & Nancy Allmond
Steven & Denise Baker
Leslie Crary, Andrew & Matt Stoloff
Thomas & Julie Echaniz
Dave & Robbie Eshelman
Jacquelin & Sheafe Ewing
Eva & Martin Ewing
Phil Gainsborough
Mike & Marilyn Harryman
Barbara Ivins & John Hughes
Frances Kalfus
James Keefe & Lorna Lee
Hoil Lee
Stephanie Lee
Tienne Lee & Steven Nierlich
Bertram Lubin & Vivian Scharlach
Richard & Christine Lyons
Merideth & Tom Marschak
Larry & Corinne Marcus
Bob & Sue Mertens
Michael & Ann Parker
Susanna Maria Porte
Chris & Lori Potter
David & Mary Ramos
Jon & Evelyn Rantzman
Carl Resnikoff
Jorge Rivera
Pamela Rose
Sara Sanderson & Eric Weaver
Tomas Schoenberg – in honor
of Arabelle Schoenberg
Ruth Shapiro
Carol Shen & Larry Dodge
Jeff Weinmann
Manuela Albuquerque & Chris McKenzie
Kathy Blackburn & Dan Sidbury
Donald Briggs
Jonathan & Jennifer Catlett
Mike Charlasch & Hélène Côté
Yanek Chiu – in memory of Sy Grossman
Sandy & Jeff Cressman
Mary Fettig
Sherie Friedlander
The Goldman/Sutton Family
Giving Fund
Phyllis Goldsmith, John Link
& Eli Goldlink
Michael & Ilene Gordon
Juliet Green
Ray & Victoria Greenleaf
Eric Hashimoto
Rex Hesner & Susan Torrence
Tyler Hofinga & Four Children
Steven Katz – in honor of
Matt Betton
Nick Lamb & Family
Todd & Rachel Lorenz
Montclair Women’s Big Band
Joe Mumm
Josh Novic
John & Barbara Papini
Nick Phillips & Diana Lang
Jesse Rimler
The Seidlitz/Orenstein Family
Madeline Sheron
Eric Siegel
Theresa Walker-Mullings
Katherine Westine & George Davis II
Gary Zellerbach
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FRIENDS CIRCLE ($250 – $499)
Anonymous (2)
Bill & Rosie Aron
Margie Baker
Debra & Arthur Bakal
The Berman Family – in
memory of Sy Grossman
Alexander Brown
Thomas & Marcie
Charlesworth
Lawrence E. Crooks
John Degele
Paula Forney
George & Ann Gaebler
Catherine Hartshorn &
Richard Buxbaum
Joe Hellerstein &
Adene Sacks
Christopher Johnson
Denise Kidder
Mark & Sherralyn Klein
Bob Kridle
Masako & Francisco Leon
Michael Lucey
Helen M. Marcus & David J.
Williamson Fund
Stephen Pope
Debbie Poryes
Ahni & Kit Robinson
Jonathan Schiele &
Christina Nypaver
Jack & Char Stephenson
Leslie Tchaikovsky
Robin Washington
Deborah & Bob Van Nest
Daniel & Ji Winkler
Evie & Gordon Wozniak
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($100 – $249)
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Paul & Judy Allrich
Hans & June Andersen
Richard & Nancy Anderson
Dave Backenstoe
Ted Bakowsky
John Dobby Boe
Gloria Bowles
Jeffrey Briss
Gretchen Brosius
Cherilyn Brunetti &
Daniel Levine
Dan Callaway & Karen Laws
Bert & Lois Carelli
Jack Castillo
Jean Marie Circiello
Karen Dabrusin
Mary D’Orazi &
Greg German
Jim Dunbar
Ann Farrell
Wayne Fettig
Paul Fogel
Richard Fregulia., Jr.
Vicki Friedberg
Marjorie Gelb &
Mark Aaronson
Deborah Gordon
Brad Haywood
Adrienne Hirt &
Jeffrey Rodman
Doreen Hoang
Steve & Angelita Holland
Kathy Hopkins
Steven Horowitz
John Houghton
Frank Jargstorff
Jazz in the Neighborhood
Angharad Jones
Paul Kagawa
Joel Karp
Emily Klion & George Brooks
Mary Ann Koory &
Christopher Meehan
R. & L. Korsan
Marjorie Lasky
Philip Lieb
Paul & Sandra Little
Monica V. Loncola
Tim Lynch
Susan Marinoff &
Thomas Schrag
Christopher Martinez
Toni Mayer & Alan Lazere
Greg McCall
Bill & Suzanne McLean
Michael Meehan
Tony Miceli
George Miller
Zach Mondlick &
Susana Pineda
Bob Murphy
Jeffrey Neighbor
Esti Ollerman, Cindy Bandur,
Rob & Pat Cook Rosenberg,
Eric & Ellen Schnur – in
memory of Sy Grossman
James Paxson
Ray G. Perman
Jim Pickrel & Caroline Woolley
Barb Reynolds
Greg Rhoten
Barry Robertson
F Schwimmer
Linda Shapiro
Rae Ann Stahl
Terri Steinkirchner-Anderson
Jill Suttie & Don Arbitblit
Elise Thomas
David Vliet
Cindy & Adrian Vogt
Barry Warren
Robin Washington
George & Sandy Wieland
Gary Wohl
J. Lee & M. Wong
Jan Woo & Bill Lanphier
William Woods
Yehudit
Jamie Zimmerman
Mark & Jessica Zitter
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($50 – $99)
Anonymous (5)
Jack & Katharine Andrews
Randy Barnett
Dawn Carpenter - in honor
of Paul Sorlien
Celestialsister
Isabel Cumbelich
Benjamin Davis
Ian Dreyer
Jon & Ellen Florey
Douglas Fong
Karen Frick
Vinaya Gokarn
Steven & Cathy Goldsmith
Deborah Gordon - in honor
of Eileen Hansen
Alan Herrmann
Leslie Heyden
John Higham
Maureen Hogan
Hallie Hughes
Terence Huwe
Jarrell Irvin
Michael Katz
Aaron Kaufmann
Bob Knight
Robert Lanz
Gautam Makani
Christopher Michel
Lambros Paraschos
Jonathan Ring & Maya Rath –
in honor of Dave Eshelman
David Rosen
Marc Roth
Sam Schuchat
Karen Severo
Bob Sharman
Tom Silva
Anastasios Simotas
Neal Snyder
Gyula & Lara Sziraczky
Emery Wilkerson
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($1 – $49)
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Michael Bachmann
Julie Balot - in memory
of Gene Balot
Erin Barrite
Kathleen Barrows
Joshua Bleier
Wei & Dave Boehme
Christine Burrill
Wade Cartwright
Peter & Carne Clarke
Gary & Karen Crangle
George Day
Digne de Lenea
Ben Deovlet
Morris Dye
Ben Eiseman
Rebecca Faiola
Robin Ferguson
Dave Fischer
Ilia Fomin
Elizabeth Gould
Steven Hajik
Kathie Hammond
Sue Horn
Florence Hultgren -
in memory of Helen Sibley
Katharine Kates
Richard Kaufmann
Carolynn Kimura
Bill Klevins
Matthew Kolaczkowski
Maya Kronfeld
Mark Kyle
Lisa Lum
Alex Madonik
Gordon Messer
Andrew Michaelis
Teddy Milder
Bob & Gale Naylor
Dan Poff
Timothy Quayle
Mary Reynolds
Tristan Saldana
Susan Sharfman
Lori Sheppard
Tina Smelser
Karla Spormann &
Brian Kirby
“The Daisy Way”
Sanna Randolph Thomas
Amy Ukena
Benny Watson
Cameron White &
Paul Deirup
James Wilkins
Jan Zeleski
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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)
Emery Howard
Wells Fargo Foundation
FRIENDS CIRCLE ($100 – $999)
Golden Pacific Home Loans Inc.
Marshall Kirk McKusick & Eric P. Allman Foundation
Schwab Family Fund at the East Bay
Community Foundation
Silvergate Investment Group
Gifts from Foundations, Corporations, and Government AgenciesThe 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 January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016)
Anonymous (1)
Ann Blankenship
Mike Charlasch & Hélène Côté
Alton Chinn
Brent Donaldson
Phil Gainsborough
Chris Gilmer
Jazzcaffè
Pat & Vaughan Johnson
Ellen Kim & Tim Anderson
Tomas Lee
Carol Maga
Larry & Corinne Marcus
Pandora Media
Stacey Pang
Poulson Gluck Design
Ben Shemuel
Drew Sibley
Diana Spangler
Tcho New American Chocolate
Marcy Wong & Donn Logan Architects
Valentino Zegna Baruffa
GIFTS IN KIND: January 1, 2016 – December 31, 2016
Scholarship Funds(Gifts received from January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016)
THE ANGELO J. MONTESANOSCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis scholarship fund has been established in memory of beloved Bay Area jazz aficionado Angelo J. Montesano.
Friends of Angelo (2016 Memorial Concert)Kenneth & Debra Montesano
BLACK YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis 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.
Emily Tincher – in memory of Russ Tincher
BOB PARLOCHA SCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis 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.
Gail BowerJohn Fish
BUD SPANGLER SCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis scholarship fund was created to pay tribute to our dear friend Bud Spangler, revered Bay Area jazz drummer, recording/concert producer and radio announcer.
John Dale
BUDDY MONTGOMERYSCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis scholarship fund honors legendary vibraphonist Buddy Montgomery and his efforts in promoting the jazz art form.
Carol BarnettErnest Clark Family FundPatricia Roach
DICK CONTE JAZZ PIANOSCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis fund was established in honor of noted Bay Area jazz pianist and radio luminary Dick Conte.
AnonymousRose HealyKathleen Lawton & Dick Conte
Art LazanoffStephen MasseyGerald PearlmanMichele Seville
EDDIE MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDNamed 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.
AnonymousVince Lateano & Madeline Eastman
GIRLS’ AND WOMEN’S CAMPSSCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis 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.
Anonymous (5)Julie BalotLeslie BeamSimone BrumisJean Fineberg & Ellen SeelingGil GillivanGirls’ Camp FamiliesJessica GonzalezTigran & Leandra Johnson
JCMS GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDThis is a general fund created to help students in need attend classes in the Jazzschool Community Music School.
Norris Clement & Diane BessellRalph Rodriguez
THE ORRIN KEEPNEWS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPThis scholarship, honoring legendary record producer Orrin Keepnews, provides financial support for deserving CJC students.
David Vliet
THE SY GROSSMAN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPA scholarship fund for deserving CJC students created in loving memory of CJC board member, jazz pianist and dear friend Sy Grossman.
The Grossman Family
Peter SiegelEvie & Gordon WozniakGreg & Kiyomi Yim
Helen LeungJayne NicholsMarilyn O’TooleSusan SasakiRuth ShapiroStudents Rock FoundationWomen’s Camp Families
Carmen IannacconeDaniel Radzinski
Nancy M. White – in memory of Joseph C. White
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Trustees & StaffBOARD OF DIRECTORSTyler Johnston, Chairman
Susan Brand, Vice Chairman
Richard A. Lyons, Secretary
Neil Rudolph, Treasurer
Clifford Brown, Jr.
Charles Charnas
James Ellis
Jerry Fiddler
Rita Hargrave
Bertram Lubin
Susan Muscarella
Gregg Perloff
Jim Reynolds
M. David Sherrill
Kevin Whitman
Michael Yovino-Young
Michael Zaninovich
DIRECTORS EMERITUS
Denny Abrams
Sherie Friedlander
Sy Grossman
Vaughan Johnson
James J. Keefe
Larry Marcus
Ernie Mieger
Amy Orton
John Papini
Walter Riley
Danny Scher
ADVISORY BOARD
Tom Carr
Carole Davis
Paula Forney
Benny Green
Charles Hamilton
Richard Hindman
Stacey Hoffman
Mark Levine
Jason Olaine
Patricia Phillips
David Ring
Jayne Sanchez
Chuck Sher
Merrilee Trost
Wayne Wallace
Peter Williams
PROGRAM STAFF
Susan MuscarellaPresident and Dean of Instruction, California Jazz Conservatory (CJC)
Rob EwingDirector, Jazzschool Community Music School
Laurie AntonioliChair, CJC Vocal ProgramDirector, Jazzschool Community Music School Vocal Program
Erik JekabsonDirector, Jazzschool Young Musicians Program
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Dean MuenchDirector of Operations
Bill AronBusiness Manager
Jesse RimlerRegistrar and Custodian of Records, California Jazz Conservatory
Karen ShepherdDirector of Financial Aid, California Jazz Conservatory
Julie BirchData Manager; Systems Administrator
Paul FingeroteMarketing & Public Relations Director
Sheryl Lynn ThomasDigital Marketing Manager
Max BrodyMarketing Assistant
Hollis AshbyCommunications Consultant
Mary D’OraziDevelopment Associate
Lauren AdamsDevelopment Consultant
Erika ObaProgram Coordinator
Alejandra Carrasco-Zanini, Eli Goldlink, Aaron Hipschman, Zachary Mondlick, Kim Nucci, Susana Pineda, Alex Shapiro-RomanoOperations Staff
Lee BrenkmanSound Technician
Robert Soper
Piano Technician
susan muscarella, erik jekabson, laurie antonioli, rob ewing
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Instructions and ApplicationTo enroll in the JCMS Spring
Quarter, please read these
important instructions!
For courses that don’t require an audition or consultation, sign up online
at cjc.edu or complete the application
on page 79 and submit it along with full
tuition. Students may register online,
by phone (510.845.5373), mail, fax
(510.841.5373) or in person. Enrollment
is on a first-come, first-served basis
and cannot be guaranteed without full payment. Students applying for
courses that are full may be placed
on a waiting list. The JCMS accepts
checks (made payable to California
Jazz Conservatory), cash, VISA,
MasterCard or Discover. Payment
plans are available.
To register in courses requiring a consultation or audition please
call the JCMS at 510.845.5373 for
assistance with placement.
PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLESAdmission is based on a confidential,
friendly 20-minute placement audition
to determine where students are best
suited to play or sing. Placement auditions
address students’ overall musicality,
technical ability, stylistic preference(s)
and availability.
Please fill out the online
ensemble application form
at cjc.edu/ensemble or call
the Jazzschool to schedule
an appointment (510.845.5373).
Please note: With the exception of the
fall quarter, students previously enrolled
in a performance ensemble have the
option of re-enrolling in that same course
again on a consecutive quarterly basis
within the academic year without having
to re-audition. New students wishing to
enroll in a performance ensemble in
winter, spring and/or summer quarters
must schedule a placement audition
or telephone consultation and will be
accepted on a parts-available basis.
JCMS FACULTY AND COURSE SCHEDULESGiven prestigious national and interna-
tional performance and/or lecture
opportunities that arise, Jazzschool
faculty, course offerings and/or class
schedules may be subject to change.
The Jazzschool makes every effort to
provide its students with the optimal
educational experience possible under
these or any other circumstances at
all times.
REFUND POLICYCourse and ensemble tuition includes a
$50 non-refundable deposit. Requests to
drop must be received in writing within 48
hours of the first class meeting to qualify
for a refund; please visit the main office or
e-mail [email protected] to request a refund.
Refunds for remaining tuition are not
possible after the 48-hour drop deadline.
$100 per week of camp and intensive
tuition is non-refundable; the remainder
is refundable only until 30 days prior
to the start of the program. Tuition for
workshops is non-refundable. No excep-
tions please! Please note: Refunds may
take up to 30 days to process. Please visit
cjc.edu/policies for more information.
Enroll online at cjc.edu or call 510.845.5373
Please read instructions on facing page before completing application form.
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Address __________________________________________________________________________ Street City/State Zip
Home phone ( ___ ) _____________________ Work phone ( ____ ) ______________________
Cell phone ( ___ ) ________________________ Email __________________________________
Instrumentalist — list instrument(s) played and years studied/performed:
_____________________( ) _____________________( ) _________________________( )
Vocalist — years studied/performed: ____ new student ____ returning student
I will enroll in (list by class title; see class listings):
1. _____________________________________ 2. _____________________________________
3. _____________________________________ 4. ______________________________________
How did you hear about the Jazzschool? _____________________________________________
For courses requiring audition or consultations, please call the Jazzschool prior to submitting your application at 510.845.5373
Please enclose full tuition for all courses. Note: Enrollment cannot be guaranteed without full payment.
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