This class focuses on the development of fundamental ear training skills with an emphasis on jazz. Students learn to identify the melodies, basic harmony, and rhythms that are essential elements of the jazz tradition. The class examines examples from legendary jazz...
This class focuses on the development of fundamental ear training skills with an emphasis on jazz. Students learn to identify the melodies, basic harmony, and rhythms that are essential elements of the jazz tradition. The class examines examples from legendary jazz...
This hands-on ensemble helps students of all instruments develop the skills needed to improvise and perform in a jazz ensemble setting. Students learn how to play from a fakebook, how to listen to and interact with each other while improvising in groups, and explore...
The Maryland Jazz Band is designed for middle school and high school students new to ensemble playing who wish to study and perform jazz. Throughout the semester, students study jazz repertoire, develop improvisation skills, and build on their ability to work as a...
Have you ever wanted to learn to play jazz but didn’t know where to start? This new course for adult instrumentalists covers the basics of playing jazz in a welcoming, supportive setting. Students learn how to create music from a ‘lead sheet’ style...
