MONDAY | 6:00pm

• Diminished Patterns 1
  course summary | Instructor(s): Roger Spencer
  
  A class covering the minor ii7b5-V7b9-I6 progression. Emphasis on diminished scales and their purpose and patterns that will work over this progression. This class is a blend of ear training and analysis as well. Intermediate level required.

• Vocal Literature: Jimmy Van Heusen
  course summary | Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  
  A study of the music of Van Heusen, with a focus on learning song forms, lyric content, and styles. Students will sing with a band weekly and give a performance at the end.

MONDAY | 8:00pm

• Introduction to Solo Piano
  course summary | Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  
  Work on composing your own arrangements of standard repertoire and how to execute it in a solo format. Components discussed will be stride, Shearing Voicings, stylistic considerations, tempo vs rubato, intros or endings, soloing, bass lines, harmonic movement and TIME.

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

• Small Ensemble
  course summary | Instructor(s):  
  
  A class made up of a quartet or quintet. Materials covered include literature, intros, endings, styles, tempos and comping.

TUESDAY | 6:00pm

• Beginning Vocal Performance Techniques Part 1
  course summary | 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.

• Master Class for Vocalists w/Ron Browning
  course summary | Instructor(s): Ron Browning
  Additional information: Class meets at 5:30pm at instructor's home.
  
  This class will identify and strengthen the unique qualities in both vocal style and performance of each singer. The emphasis will be on embracing techniques that allow the singer to think more like an artist. Prerequisites should include classes in vocal technique, phrasing, performance, and vocal style, such as the R&B Electric Edge class. By audition or instructor permission.

• Standard Repertoire for Instrumentalists
  course summary | Instructor(s): Matt  White
  
  For players looking to start and develop their jazz repertoire. Focusing on Standards that are commonly played and called in performance situations. Additional focus on standard forms, chord progressions, and performance practices that are found in a number of jazz standards. The first step in building a good "tune list."

• The Life & Music of Miles Davis
  course summary | Instructor(s): Mark Edwards
  Additional information: 1/2 price listening class
  
  A course covering the life of Miles Davis from his first professional job with Ernest Randle's Ramblers in St. Louis to his final concert at Montreaux, including his triumphs of the 1950's with arranger Gil Evans. Listening will include music from all of the major periods in Miles's career.

TUESDAY | 8:00pm

• Charles Mingus Ensemble 2
  course summary | Instructor(s): Denis Solee
  
  A class covering the repertoire and history of Charles Mingus. This class is written for 5 horns and a rhythm section. Emphasis will be on ensemble playing. For 2 trumpets, alto, tenor, trombone, piano, bass and drums. Advanced level required.

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

• The Next Level
  Instructor(s): Ron Browning

WEDNESDAY | 6:00pm

• Introduction to Ensemble Playing
  course summary | Instructor(s): Roger Spencer
  
  A class open to all instrumentalists focusing on the beginning concepts of group playing and how to listen.

• The Voice Lab
  course summary | Instructor(s): Margaret Rose
  
  An on-going class for all singers, from beginner through advanced. The focus is on the use of natural voice and conversational phrasing. Performance evaluation is combined with diagnostic techniques to correct common vocal and performance problems. Voice Lab can be repeated, or used as a review. This class is a prerequisite for Vocal Tech 1-4.

• Vocal Literature: Jimmy Van Heusen
  course summary | Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  
  A study of the music of Van Heusen, with a focus on learning song forms, lyric content, and styles. Students will sing with a band weekly and give a performance at the end.

• Vocal Tech 2
  course summary | Instructor(s): Ron Browning
  Additional information: meets at 5:30pm at instructor's house.
  
  A focus on more advanced breathing techniques to build optimum diaphragmatic support. Tightening up of middle voice concepts and techniques. Deeper understanding of the four vocal positions with an emphasis on the cry position. Vocal exercises to extend vocal range (2 1/2-3 octaves). Working with vibrato and different volume levels. Mastering vowels and consonants. Handouts provided. Students sing with jazz tracks. Students must purchase Hal Leonard's Jazz Ballads for Singers (male or female), book of 15 tunes and CD. Order from www.sheetmusicplus.com.

WEDNESDAY | 8:00pm

• Ear Training 2
  course summary | Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  Additional information: Ear training 2 for Vocalists
  
  A continuation of Ear Training 1. A study of chordal extensions and their inversions and voicings. How to pull parts off a CD.

• Ear Training 2
  course summary | Instructor(s): Roger Spencer
  Additional information: Ear Training 2 for Instrumentalists
  
  A continuation of Ear Training 1. A study of chordal extensions and their inversions and voicings. How to pull parts off a CD.

THURSDAY | 6:00pm

• French Chansons: French Jazz Literature
  course summary | Instructor(s): Christina Watson
  Additional information: 2nd 6 weeks of 12 week course
  
  This 12-week performance course for vocalists covers some of the most popular French jazz songs to cross the Atlantic. All songs will be sung in French, so some prior knowledge of the French language is recommended. Performers and composers covered will include Edith Piaf, Michel LeGrand, Yves Montand and Blossom Dearie. Songs will include "La vie en rose," "La mer" (Beyond The Sea), "Les feuilles mortes," (Autumn Leaves), and many others.

• Introduction to Vocal Literature
  course summary | Instructor(s): Lori Mechem
  
  A class for vocalists who want to learn jazz singing. Topics to be covered include jazz phrasing, tone, learning the correct melody to jazz standards, microphone and stage performance technique, and getting comfortable with accompanists. The class may be repeated as often as desired.

THURSDAY | 8:00pm

• Cuban Music Ensemble
  course summary | Instructor(s): Dann Sherrill and Lori Mechem
  
  A class offering the foundations of both contemporary and folkloric Cuban music styles, with historic perspectives. This is a hands-on workshop where the players will become familiar with playing salsa in the tradition. For all instruments. Intermediate level required. Pre-requisite for percussionists: Cuban Percussion. Offered once a year.

• French Chansons: French Jazz Literature
  course summary | Instructor(s): Christina Watson
  
  This 12-week performance course for vocalists covers some of the most popular French jazz songs to cross the Atlantic. All songs will be sung in French, so some prior knowledge of the French language is recommended. Performers and composers covered will include Edith Piaf, Michel LeGrand, Yves Montand and Blossom Dearie. Songs will include "La vie en rose," "La mer" (Beyond The Sea), "Les feuilles mortes," (Autumn Leaves), and many others.