Jazz Academy
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The Jazz Academy’s Jazz in the Community programs offer exciting opportunities in jazz and American music. Programs 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 from students to teachers. The Jazz Academy will connect people, start conversations and inpsire music making – a place where anyone can listen, learn and play.
The Jazz Academy’s facility is located on the third floor of the Lincoln Theatre in the King-Lincoln District of Columbus. For directions to the Jazz Academy, click on the “directions” link above.
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Summer Camps 2009
J is for Jazz Camp
Faculty: Rebecca Ogden
Date/Time: Monday – Friday, July 20 – 24, 8:30am – 12noon
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 13
Class Fee: $75.00 for current CJO subscribers / $90.00, general registration/ Siblings register at $70.00 each
Ages:7 – 11 years
J is for Jazz Camp will give kids, ages 7 – 11, the opportunity to indulge in jazz play. Create and improvise through music, movement, art and drama; explore and experiment with a variety of instruments; play together in “jazz ensembles;” develop a jazz vocabulary; and, remember jazz playtime through audio and video experimentation.
CAMP Blues
Faculty: Sean Carney and the Sean Carney Band
Dates/Times: Monday, June 22 through Friday, June 26, 9:00am – 3:30pm
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 15
Registration Fee: $265.00 for current CJO subscribers or CBA members / $300.00, general
registration
Ages: 14 years and up
Join Sean Carney and the Sean Carney Band for CAMP Blues, a week-long ensemble experience focusing on learning about and playing the blues. The course will focus on guitar, bass and drums, exploring those instruments’ respective roles in blues music and developing participants' instrumental skills and techniques. Instructors will discuss basic theory, ear training and improvisation with respect to their instrument and practical application in the ensemble setting. Students will hear recorded examples with directed listening and will be given names of recordings to listen to in the future.
In addition, instructors will discuss other aspects of performance such as overcoming stage fright and developmental concepts such as building set lists and selecting material.
On Friday night, CAMP Blues will conclude with a performance at the Thirty Ear Tavern.
Please pack a lunch and drink – we will take a half hour break each day. Instrumentation is limited to guitar, bass and drum set. Some experience with your instrument required.
Don't miss Sean Carney's performances at the Lincoln Theatre June 19 - 20, part of the Jazz Arts Group's Inside Track Music Series
CAMP Rock
Faculty: Dennis Hodges
Date/Time: Monday through Friday, July 13 – 17, 9:00am – 12noon
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 6
Class Fee: $150.00 for current CJO subscribers, $175.00, general registration
Ages: 12 years and up
Get ready to rock! CAMP Rock is for individuals who play guitar, bass, drum set or sing. Explore your instrument’s role in rock-n-roll, including basic technique and theory, ear training and improvisation. Each day will include lecture/discussion, listening to great rock recordings, jamming’ with your ensemble and sectional rehearsals with camp participants and great professional musicians. (Vocalists may play an instrument with their ensemble, but will only attend the vocal sectional). At the end of the week, each ensemble will be able to play and perform at least one song. There will be a special “live” performance on Friday evening at 7:00pm for friends and family.
You must have some experience with your instrument and familiarity with barre chords, minor pentatonic scale, some reading of simple charts and/or tab knowledge. Registration is limited.
"No Charts!” Ensemble
Faculty: Jay Miglia
Date/Time: Monday – Friday, July 6 – 10, 10am – 12noon
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 29
Class Fee: $80.00 for current CJO subscribers / $90.00, general registration
Ages: Middle and high school students
Leave your reading glasses at home! The “No Charts!” Ensemble is all about using your ears! This course is designed to introduce students to playing their instruments by ear, an experience that will open new avenues of creativity for every participant. Every day we will memorize a simple tune or two and improvise without reading notes or worrying about jazz theory. The band is open to students entering middle through high school who play “Big Band” instruments: alto, tenor and baritone saxophones, trumpet, trombone, guitar and bass, piano/keyboard, vibes and drum set.
IMPROVisation
Faculty: Jay Miglia
Date/Time:Monday – Friday, July 6 – 10, 1:00 – 3:00pm
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 29
Class Fee: $80.00 for current CJO subscribers / $90.00, general registration
Ages: Middle and high school students
Explore the rhythmic, melodic and harmonic concepts of jazz inthis week-long performance oriented camp.We'llspend most of our time playing the music with less emphasis on lecture.Have fun, develop your musical abilities, and improve your improvisational skills!
“No Charts!” Ensemble and IMPROVisation
Combine the “No Charts!” Ensemble and IMPROVisation camps and spend your whole day listening, learning and playing music at the Jazz Academy. Participants are welcome to pack a lunch and eat in the Jazz Academy lounge.
Combined Fee: $130.00 for current CJO subscribers / $150.00, general registration
Studio Camp
Faculty: Andrew Dodson and Jon Chinn of Central City Recording
Dates/Time: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24, 11:00am – 4:00pm
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 13
Registration Fee: $225.00 for current CJO subscribers / $275.00, general registration
Ages: 15 years and up
Learn the art and science of music production and recording! Studio Camp is a week-long exploration of sound, engineering, recording, software and equipment. From a basic understanding of sound waves and properties to mixing and mastering a live recording and exploring music industry software such as Pro Tools, participants will learn through lecture, demonstration and hands-on opportunities in the recording and media labs.
Studio Camp is available to anyone 15+ and is limited to 25 participants. The text, Modern Recording Techniques, 6th Ed., by David Miles Huber, is recommended but not required. A basic knowledge of computers is recommended.
Summer 2009 Classes
Jumpin’ JaKs (Jazz & Kids) with “The Music Lady”
Faculty: Rebecca Ogden, the Music Lady
Dates/Times: Wednesday, July 22, 3:00 – 4:00pm
Registration Deadlines: Wednesday, July 15
Fee: $15.00 per session for current CJO subscribers / $20.00, general registration
When registering for both
sessions: $25.00 for current CJO subscribers / $35.00, general registration / Siblings register at $10.00 each
Ages: Preschoolers and a parent or caregiver
Jumpin’ JaKs offers preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their parent or caregiver, the opportunity to explore American music in all of its forms. Preschoolers will dance, sing, listen, play and learn about music – from the ragtime to jazz – in a fun, creative environment. Jumpin’ JaKs will introduce children to the creative process while enhancing listening skills, language development and self-expression.
The History of American Blues
Faculty: Sean Carney and Gene Walker
Dates/Time: Monday, June 22 & Tuesday, June 23 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 15
Registration Fee: $70.00 for current CJO subscribers or CBA members / $80.00, general registration
Join legendary blues artist Gene Walker and Sean Carney, the 2007 Albert King Best Guitarist Award Winner, and learn about the History of American Blues. From the Mississippi Delta and Memphis to St. Louis and Chicago, explore the early history of the blues and discuss the historical context in which this musical form was developed and performed. Utilizing technology and live performance, participants will learn about and listen to great blues artists and recordings, learning from two of Columbus’ finest blues musicians.
Vaughn Wiester’s Famous Jazz History I (1865- early 1940’s)
Faculty: Vaughn Wiester
Dates/Time: Tuesdays, June 30 – August 4, 10:00am – 12noon
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 23
Registration Fee: $95.00 for current CJO subscribers / $105.00, general registration
Walk through the history of jazz with Vaughn Wiester, one of Columbus’ most beloved educators, musicians and band leaders.
Vaughn Wiester’s Famous Jazz History I will begin at the conclusion of the Civil War (1865) and trace the history of jazz and American music through the pre-Modern era. From the Delta Blues to Kansas City Swing, from collective improvisation to the ascendancy of the soloist and big band arrangement, follow the music (and the musicians) as it emigrates from New Orleans to Chicago, New York City and Kansas City.
Columbus Jazz History
Faculty: Arnett Howard
Dates/Time: Tuesdays, June 23, 30 & July 7, 7:00 – 9:00pm (three weeks)
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 16
Registration Fee: $50.00 for current CJO subscribers / $60.00, general registration
This course will lead participants through an in-depth survey of Columbus and Ohio musicians, their impact on music locally and nationally, and their travels to audiences across the globe. Audio and visual examples will feature the work of Sammy Stewart, Harry "Sweets" Edison, Rusty "Night Train" Bryant, Hank Marr, Nancy Wilson, Bobby Floyd, Madam Rose Brown, John Williams, film collector John Baker and others. Guest musicians will also be invited to participate.
Conga Class: Rhythm of the Americas
Faculty: Eric Paton
Dates/Times: Session I, July 11 – August 1: Trinidad, Jamaica and Puerto Rico
Session II, October 10 – 31: Afro-Cuban: Folkloric
Session III, February 6 – 27: Afro-Haitian
Session IV, April 17 – May 8: Afro-Caribbean: Popular Music
- All sessions are four weeks long and take place on Saturdays, 10am – 12noon
Registration Deadline: Fridays, one week prior to class start date
Registration Fee: $75.00 per session for CJO subscribers / $85.00 per session, general
registration. When registering for all four sessions, $275.00 for current CJO subscribers/$315.00, general registration
Ages: 14 years and up
Each session of this exciting series of conga classes will explore the traditional rhythms of specific countries or regions. With lots of time provided for playing, participants will receive instruction in technique and sound production. Lecture and discussion will take place on the cultural context of the music, including its use in folkloric and religious settings. Time will also be spent discussing the influence and use of these traditional rhythms in contemporary American music by artists like Paul Simon, Wyclef Jean, Ruben Blades and David Byrne.
These sessions are open to anyone, no matter their experience, ages 14+. Some instruments will be available – if you have your own conga and a pair of drum sticks, please bring them along.
Session I: Trinidad, Jamaica and Puerto Rico – Styles of music and dance rhythms to be explored include calypso, soca and nayabingue (rasta), hallichord, tambour and bomba.
Session II: Afro-Cuban Folkloric: Styles of music and dance rhythms to be explored include rumba, guaguanco, arara, bembe bakoso and yessa.
Session III: Haitian: Styles of music and dance rhythms to be explored include ibo, congo, yanvalou and orthophonique. This session will also use clave, guataca (bell), low and high cowbell.
Session IV: Latin: Styles of music and dance rhythms to be explored include salsa, mambo, cha-cha-cha, bolero, bachata and merengue. This session will also use bongo, bongo bell, timbales, maraca, guiro, tambora and guira.
Jazz Flute Choir
Faculty: Kris Keith
Date/Time: Mondays & Tuesdays, July 6 & 7, 13 & 14, 20 & 21, 27 & 28
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 29
Class Fee: $165.00 for current CJO subscribers / $185.00 general registration
Ages: 16 years and up
Study big band repertoire and jazz standards arranged for flute ensemble (including Piccolo, C Flute, Alto Flute, and Bass Flute) and develop jazz rhythmic concepts, articulation, phrasing, intonation, tone quality and improvisation techniques within a large group setting. Participants should be familiar with all major and minor scales and be able to read music at a high school level.
The class sessions will focus on two main jazz compositional forms: the 12-bar blues and 32-bar forms. Participants will also be given the opportunity to learn by listening to jazz big band recordings of the music arranged for flute choir. Improvisation techniques will cover jazz rhythmic and melodic concepts as well as the relationship between jazz harmony and scale usage.
The final flute choir experience will be a recording session with a rhythm section (bass, drums, and piano) performing arrangements rehearsed throughout the four weeks, as well as a public performance on the last day of the course.
Summer 2009 Workshops
Inside the Rhythm Section Workshops
Faculty: Larry Cook
Dates/Times: Saturdays, June 27, July 11 & 25, August 8, 2:00 – 4:30pm
Registration Deadline: June 19, July 3, July 17 and July 31
Registration Fee: $20.00 per workshop OR $70.00 for series of four for current CJO
subscribers / $25.00 per workshop OR $90.00 for series of four, general registration
Ages: 12 years and up
Each workshop will introduce a specific style or genre of music and explore the rhythm section’s role within the ensemble. The first hour will include directed listening, discussion and demonstrations. The second hour will provide participants the opportunity to play, listen and observe.
Register for all four and receive a discount on class fees. These workshops are open to anyone, no matter their experience, ages 12+.
June 27: Jazz through the 1950s: discover the origins of the standard jazz rhythm section from Dixieland/early jazz and standard 4/4 swing to bebop and the Cool School. Faculty includes Mark Flugge (piano), Larry Cook (bass) and Jim Rupp (drum set).
July 11: Jazz in the Modern Age: explore current jazz styles such as free, modal, soul and fusion jazz, including Latin jazz styles such as bossa nova and jazz samba. Faculty includes Erik Augis (piano), Larry Cook (bass) and Guy Remonko (drum set).
July 17: Pop, Rock & Funk: trace the history of the rock rhythm section, beginning with early R&B, early rock, and the Beatles, moving through funk and rock of the 70s and 80s, and examining great modern rhythm sections such as The Roots and Jamiroquai. Faculty includes Dave DeWitt (piano), Larry Cook (bass) and Reggie Jackson (drum set).
August 8: Latin (Puerto Rico, Cuba and Costa Rica): explore tumbao and montuno, salsa, mambo, cha cha cha and merengue. Faculty includes Tony Bonardi (piano), Larry Cook (bass) and Eric Paton (percussion).
Focus On Jazz Piano- In Depth Piano Teacher Training Workshop
Faculty: Bradley Sowash
Date/Time: Monday - Wednesday, June 29 – July 1, 9:00am – 12noon
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 22
Class Fee: $90.00
Required Text: “That’s Jazz-Book One: Getting Into It,” by Bradley Sowash, available at
bradleysowash.com or Stanton’s Sheet Music, ISBN # 0-8497-9725-X
Incorporate jazz into your studio piano teaching. During this three-day intensive, hands-on workshop, Sowash will share his time-tested techniques that will enliven your students' interest in music. Sowash has developed this successful approach to jazz piano through many years of teaching his own students, and will demonstrate how to incorporate it alongside the method books and classical selections that you already choose for your students.
This workshop is designed specifically for traditional studio piano teachers who would like to integrate jazz and blues into their teaching and playing. Through lecture, demonstration, written example, and hands-on experience, participants will learn how to integrate a teaching approach that involves personal expression, improvisation and the applied knowledge of music theory. This is not a publisher or music store sponsored showcase primarily designed to get you to buy books. You WILL expand your knowledge of America's music and leave with many new and practical teaching tips for introducing jazz to your students.
I started another student playing blues today. He was so funny at first. I showed him the 12-bar blues with his left hand while I improvised over it. Then I showed him the blues scale and had him improvise. He freaked out a little, but then saw how easy it is to do! When we finished, he had a big smile on his face and said "that was fun!" - Kathy (piano teacher)
July Jams
Sundays, July 12, 19 & 26, 3:00 – 5:00pm
Cup o’ Joe Patio, Lennox Town Center
For middle and high school students
The “jam session” is a place where jazz musicians get together to play and gain a better understanding of the language of jazz in a public setting. Try out new techniques, play tunes you are learning, and explore your improvisational chops with other musicians, supportive listeners and encouraging peers.
July Jamsis an opportunity for aspiring musicians to gather together to play, learn, experiment and explore jazz and improvisation. Middle and high school musicians of all levels and abilities are welcome to participate in July Jams at the Cup o’ Joe Patio at Lennox Town Center from 3:00 – 5:00pm, July 12, 19 and 26. There is a $5.00 registration fee and advance registration is requested but not required.
A rhythm section (keyboard, bass and drum set) will be available for use and professional musicians will facilitate July Jams. Participants are encouraged to have at least one “jazz standard” prepared to play. A blues is recommended, but other tunes include: Blue Bossa (C minor), Now’s the Time (F major), There is No Greater Love (B flat major), Watermelon Man (F major), What is This Thing Called Love? (C major), or Satin Doll (C major).
