 Do you play an instrument? Are you interested in improvisation? Want to learn a bit more about jazz and new ways to make music?
Birmingham Jazz are hosting three creative big band sessions on Saturdays 19th Jan, 9th Feb and 15th Mar. They will involve graphic scores, group and solo improvisations, funky grooves and most of all lots of fun. There will be young musicians from 12 - 19 and also professional musicians who will play with the ensemble.
All instruments are welcome from electric guitars to sitars, dj decks to djembes and saxophones to oboes. Over the three weeks we will work on a large piece for big band and perform it at the final session. There will also be the opportunity to play in smaller ensembles if you want and to perform with them at the final concert too.
These sessions are open to players of all abilities so come along if your a complete beginner or an improvising wizard!
Birmingham Jazz in partnership with Sound It Out community music group has been running workshops in schools over the past four years. These have focused on creativity, inclusion and instrumental development. Our youth ensembles have included sitar, dj decks, tabla, dhol drums, beat boxing and many other instruments alongside the more traditional saxophones, trumpets, drums, guitars and bass.
If you require any further information please email birminghamjazzyouth@googlemail.com.
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