[ February 15, 2010; 7:00 pm; ] Early Drumming and the American Back Beat

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER — RESCHEDULE DATE TBD

Faculty: Robert Breithaupt
Date / Time: Monday, February 15, 2010, 7:00 pm
Fee: $10.00* / $15.00
Age Recommendation: High school and college-age students through adult

The “back beat” is the glue that holds American music together – from the early days of New Orleans jazz to | Read more...

[ February 20, 2010; 2:00 pm; ] The Banjo and its Influence on American Music

Faculty: Don Vappie
Date / Time: Saturday, February 20, 2010, 2:00 pm
Fee: $10.00* / $15.00
Age Recommendation: For all ages

Join Don Vappie to explore the banjo (tenor and six-string) and its influence on American music.  The banjo, an important part of the instrumentation of early jazz ensembles, has African origins | Read more...

[ February 19, 2010; 1:00 pm; ] Louis Armstrong Solo Improvisation

Faculty: Mark C. Gridley
Date / Time: Friday, February 19, 2010, 1:00 pm
Fee: $10.00* / $15.00
Age Recommendation: For all ages

Join Dr. Mark C. Gridley as he identifies and illustrates the virtues of Louis Armstrong’s solo style by way of in-depth discussion regarding three of Armstrong’s most outstanding recordings.

About Mark C. Gridley:  Mark C. | Read more...

[ February 18, 2010; 7:00 pm; ] Louis Armstrong: American Icon with John E. Hasse

Date / Time: Thursday, February 18, 2010, 7:00 pm
Fee: $10.00* / $15.00
Age Recommendation: For all ages

Join John E. Hasse, Curator of American Music for the Smithsonian Institution, for an illustrated lecture on the life and music of Louis Armstrong.  A beloved entertainer, Armstrong was a genius whose trumpet | Read more...

The Jazz Academy’s Jazz in the Community programs offer exciting opportunities in jazz and American music. Courses at the Jazz Academy are designed to engage all ages and interests, from pre-school children to senior citizens, guitar players to aspiring producers, and students to teachers. | Read more…