Project Info
Project Description
This ensemble focuses on improvisation concepts and strategies such as game pieces, graphic scores and live conduction. Students learn how to respond, lead and support each other in a collaborative improvisation practice. Students who are familiar with any type of music from classical to pop to jazz will gain new skills that will broaden their musical expression. All instruments and levels are welcome to have fun and explore the world of improvisation in this safe and supportive environment. No prior experience in improvisation is necessary.
Interested in this class? Click HERE to fill out an interest form.
Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To apply please contact kris.mandapat@bkcm.org and fill out the financial aid application.
Jazz and Improvisation
Creativity and improvisation are center stage in our Jazz and Improvisation program. Featuring an array of offerings for students with no experience to beginning improvisers, advanced high school students and adults who are looking to pick up their instrument again, this program is taught by professional, performing jazz musicians in the local and international jazz scenes.
Musicians benefit from working with teachers who perform alongside students in rehearsals in small groups of four to six students per teacher. Students are encouraged to compose, arrange and rehearse their own music in class and develop their skills as thoughtful collaborators. Students in the jazz program perform regularly for each other in weekly forums, semester concerts and at events both on site and throughout the community. Throughout the year, professional guest jazz artists broaden students’ perspectives with a variety of interactive masterclasses and workshops.
Registration Info
Do you want to register for a class? Please call 718-622-3300 to speak to one of our registrars, who will guide you through the registration process and answer any questions you might have.
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