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See classes for: Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday

MONDAY | 6:00pm

• Chart-Writing for Vocalists (Mini-Course)
  Instructor(s): Christina Watson
  A class covering the basics of notation and application to writing simple chord charts. Intros and Endings to tunes are discussed. Prerequisite: Ear Training 1. This is a 3-week course.

• Standard Repertoire for Instrumentalists
  Instructor(s): Roger Spencer
  

• Vocal Literature: Johnny Mercer Part 2
  Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  A study of the music of Mercer. Part 2 is a continuation of Part 1. Students will learn more songs, with a special performance at the end.

MONDAY | 8:00pm

• Ensemble (formerly Rhythm Section)
  Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  A class made up of a quartet or quintet. Materials covered include literature, intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

• Ensemble (formerly Rhythm Section)
  Instructor(s): Roger Spencer
  A class made up of a quartet or quintet. Materials covered include literature, intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

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TUESDAY | 6:00pm

• Beginning Vocal Perfomance Techniques Part 1
  Instructor(s): Connye Florance
  A class designed for the beginning performer who has done minimal stage work. Two songs required for the performance. Part 1 is designed to help students graduate from performances in the classroom to the actual stage situation.

• Get In The Pocket
  Instructor(s): Roy Agee
  An essential class for the intermediate to advanced instrumentalist wanting to learn to get inside the time. Emphasis on playing with only a drummer. The class also covers the beginnings of playing time on the drumset.

• History of Big Bands
  Instructor(s): Jeff Steinberg
  

TUESDAY | 8:00pm

• Advanced Instrumental Ensemble
  Instructor(s): Roy Agee
  A performance ensemble for advanced students featuring intensive study of advanced repertoire and advanced improvisational devices.

• Introduction to Vocal Jazz Literature
  Instructor(s): Joe Davidian
  An introduction to the standard vocal jazz literature for the beginning vocalist. Students will learn 10 to 12 songs with a small performance at the end of the 6 weeks.

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WEDNESDAY | 6:00pm

• Ensemble (formerly Rhythm Section)
  Instructor(s): Roger Spencer
  A class made up of a quartet or quintet. Materials covered include literature, intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

• Vocal Literature: Johnny Mercer Part 2
  Instructor(s): Christina Watson
  A study of the music of Mercer. Part 2 is a continuation of Part 1. Students will learn more songs, with a special performance at the end.

• Wes Montgomery Guitar Style
  Instructor(s): Paul Abrams
  The guitar stylings, techniques, chord voicings, and tunes of this great jazz guitarist.

WEDNESDAY | 8:00pm

• Calisthenics for Instrumentalists
  Instructor(s): Roger Spencer
  An intensive class on running scales, arpeggios, and patterns in all keys. Players will increase dexterity and speed. Intermediate level required.

• Ear Training 3
  Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  A continuation of ear training 2.

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THURSDAY | 6:00pm

• The Art of Phrasing
  Instructor(s): Jim Ferguson
  Focuses on packing something special into every phrase. Learn to turn a stiff vocal line into something that is instantly memorable. Master slurs, slides, stressed notes and syncopation. Developing vocal licks appropriate for the style. Descant and rewrites. Song arrangements. This class is for serious vocalist or anyone wanting to get a better handle on their vocal performance. Students are welcome to use jazz tracks, but are encouraged to bring charts in appropriate keys. Handouts provided. Prerequisite: Vocal Tech 1, 2, and 3.

• Vocal Jazz Ensemble 1
  Instructor(s): Jeff Hall
  

THURSDAY | 8:00pm

• Advanced Instrumental Ensemble
  Instructor(s): Rod McGaha
  A performance ensemble for advanced students featuring intensive study of advanced repertoire and advanced improvisational devices.

• Vocal Literature: Johnny Mercer Part 2
  Instructor(s): Jeff Hall
  A study of the music of Mercer. Part 2 is a continuation of Part 1. Students will learn more songs, with a special performance at the end.

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