Public Invited to Participate in Jazz and Voice Workshop Week

The public is invited to attend and participate in Concord Community Music School’s annual Jazz and Voice Workshops November 17-20. The free workshops, which include jazz vocals, percussion, and songwriting, welcome all ages and musical abilities. Observers are welcome at all workshops.

Monday, November 17

Songwriting Workshop, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
with Jason Crigler
Release your inner songwriter. Explore the songwriting journey from ideas and inspiration to finished, polished songs, with a focus on lyrics and form.

Wiimote Ensemble, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
with Jason Crigler
Musical improvisation meets the digital age! Create a spontaneous group composition using the revolutionary Wiimote game controller. Space is limited, so please sign at the reception desk or by calling 603- 228-1196.
How to Listen to Music, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
with Hannah Murray
What makes a song classical, folk, or jazz? Explore how musical elements come together to create the genres we love.

Introduction to Computer Recording, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
with Faculty
Got a song to record? A demo CD to produce? Find out how you can record music using your own computer.

Percussion Workshop, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
with Grace and Lindsey Schust
Experience the rhythm, energy, and community of African drumming.

Backing Track Masterclass, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
with Andrea Veal
No band? No problem. Bring a back-up track, learn how to use a simple sound system, and explore the differences between performing with live accompaniment vs. singing pop/rock with a recording.

Tuesday, November 18

New Orleans Street Band, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
with Matt Langley and Tim Gilmore
Take the beat and your feet to the streets of New Orleans! All instruments welcome.

Making Jazz Sound Like Jazz November 18, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
with Dorothy Yanish
Experiment with slides, scat, octave changes, rhythmic sounds, and more. Try a sampling of these vocal jazz tools on one of your favorite songs.

Take Me to the River, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
with Faculty
It’s your chance to be Al Green, one of the Talking Heads, or a totally new ensemble! Join the band as we create a new arrangement of this classic R&B song. There will be parts for rhythm section, horns, and vocals.

Build a Band, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
with Faculty
Create a band, find your sound, rehearse with new friends, and play a song—all in one evening. All instruments and singers are welcome.

Wednesday, November 19

Beginning Guitar Ensemble, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
with David Tonkin
You’ve been thinking about it—now go for it! Join other guitarists to learn the basics and some easy songs.

A Guide to Auditions, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
with Ellen Nordstrom
Ace your next audition! Learn how your clothing, body language, presentation, and mental preparedness can get you the callback. Bring a song excerpt if you would like to try a mock audition.

Beatles Jam Session, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
with Faculty
It’s been a hard day’s night—time to unwind with some Beatles music. Come play a variety of Beatles hits. All instruments and all levels are welcome.

Gypsy Jazz, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
with David Tonkin and David Surette
Join us to explore this unique genre and learn the classic “Minor Swing,” made famous by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. Gypsy jazz combines swing music with dark, chromatic sounds.

Just Breathe, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
with Jane Berlin
Pause… take a breath… and learn how to do it musically! Explore the connection of breath and text, and learn better breath management.

Jam with the Rock Band, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
with David Tonkin and David Surette
Rock on! Join new musical friends to jam on a variety of rock tunes.

Mic Technique, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
with Peggo Horstmann Hodes
When and how can a microphone enhance your musical performance? Bring a song to sing, and get ready to polish your microphone technique.

About Concord Community Music School
Concord Community Music School is a member of the National Guild of Community Arts Education and is recognized nationally for program innovation and management excellence. Welcoming adults, teens and children of all musical abilities, 53 artist teachers reach more than 33,000 people in four states with educational programs, concerts, workshops and community partnerships. CCMS has received major funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Hearst Foundation, New Hampshire State Council on the Arts, Jane’s Trust, and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, and is the 2005 recipient of the NH Governor’s Arts Award for Cultural Access Leadership.