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Description
for students entering grades 7-12 and adults, NYSSMA Level 5-6, or the equivalentLearn the art of playing in a jazz combo from one of Rochester’s premier jazz pianists! Mambo Kings’ Richard DeLaney guides students through classic jazz repertoire, learning original arrangements, and creating new versions of classic and contemporary songs. Combos are formed with students of compatible ages and abilities and open to strings, piano, woodwinds, guitar, electric bass, and percussion players. Reading skills and the ability to sight-read are necessary.A placement audition is required and will consist of sight-reading, selected scales in 2-4 octaves from all major and minor keys, and a performance of a prepared selection.
Auditions will be held on Saturdays upon request; please call 585.454.4596 to schedule your audition time.
Class Sub-Category
Ensembles
Location
Navy Room at The Hochstein School
Instructor
Richard DeLaney
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