January 04 - March 28, 2024
Jazz Combo (Thursday) - Winter Term
Music Center of the Northwest • 901 North 96th Street Seattle, WA 98103 Organized by Music Center of the Northwest
This event has ended.
About this event
Description
We're sorry, but this class is over. The last meeting was Thursday, March 28, 2024.
Thursdays @ 8:00 pm • January 4th - March 28th
(no class February 22nd)
Tuition: $229
End of Term Concerts*:Fall 2023 - December 9th or 16th @ 6:00 pmWinter 2024 - March 23rd or 30th @ 6:00 pmSpring 2024 - June 15th or 22nd @ 6:00 pm
*David to provide more information
This ensemble explores advanced harmonic and melodic materials, solo transcription, solo composition, and lead-sheet composing and arrangement. It is suggested that students also take Jazz Theory as a companion class. This class is meant for intermediate and advanced players.
New student enrollment is subject to instructor approval; contact David Shere to inquire.
Required skill rudiments are as follows:
- Must be able to reasonably sight-read a lead sheet
- Must be able to play major scales in all (12) keys
- Must be able to play the chromatic scale
Combo members can join the recommended Jazz Theory class for a discounted rate of just $99!
Participants who are also enrolling in Jazz Theory should enroll for the same weekday class as their Jazz Combo class. Music theory questions and improvising strategies are discussed in theory and applied in Combo performance.
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Location
901 N 96th St., Seattle, WA 98103
Faculty
David Matthew Shere
Age and Gender
Ages 16-255 · Co-Ed