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Below is a detailed description of our K-12 program.
Tapping the Innately Youthful
Spirit of Jazz
Their 2006 release, Do This! received rave reviews
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Elementary schools An introduction to the instruments. We explain the mechanics of each instrument, it origins and how it can be played. A basic introduction to rhythm, harmony and melody and how it
relates to group performance. Middle schools An introduction to Jazz (the uniquely American Art Form) A brief history of jazz The defining mechanics of jazz Soloing and accompaniment The swing feel Examples of jazz technique (Song forms: blues, rhythm changes, ballads, etc.)
High schools A formal introduction to Modern Jazz Bebop, Hard bop, Post bop, Fusion and Free styles Workshops (individual and group) One-on-one instruction Comparison of free and structured improvisation
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schools where we have presented: Rio Americano High School, Sacramento, CA Harrison Middle School, Yarmouth ME Highland Regional High School, Blackwood NJ Jefferson Central School, Jefferson NY Andes Central School, Andes NY Franklin Central School, Franklin NY Edmeston Central School, Edmeston NY Worcester Central School, Worcester NY Sidney Central School, Sydney NY Unatego Central School, Unatego NY Charlotte Valley Central School, Davenport NY Margaretville Central School, Margaretville NY Afton Central School, Afton NY Arts and Communication Magnet Academy, Beaverton OR Sunnyside High School, Sunnyside WA Ellensburg High School, Ellensburg WA Graham Hill Elementary, Seattle WA Washington Middle School, Seattle WA
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Read an article about our educational exploits in the New York Daily Star here.
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rfect introduction or a further exploration
of jazz for students of all ages. Students can learn not only about the
tradition of jazz, but also how the music is moving forward. They have
established themselves as a group of considerable excitement, talent and vision
while simultaneously debunking preconceived notions of what a jazz group ought
to be. They perform original compositions exclusively and their music has been
universally well-received. 
critics worldwide, three of whom chose it as a top CD of 2006, #1 in Jazziz,
#3 in Melbourne Herald Sun (Australia) and #9 in Jazz Times. Their brand new
record Chicken or Beef? was released in May 2008. The audible palate from
which they draw is broad and colorful, and students learn how other music
(including rock, salsa, hip hop, and reggae) is influencing modern jazz. All
presentations include a live performance and discussion; more detailed
instruction can be included in a workshop setting. Presentations are modified
based on the age and skill-level or musical background.
