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 The slow songs of the jazz repertoire may be less technically demanding than their faster counterparts, but they require special skills and arguably greater artistry to play credibly. In this workshop we tackle those skills head on, focusing on phrasing and feel, and outline practical avenues for improving your artistry. We also explore rubato, cadenzas and double-time feel as time allows.
Prerequisites: facility on a melodic instrument or vocals, improvisational experience, and knowledge of basic jazz harmony. Bring your instrument (recommended).

Sunday Dec. 9, 11 am – 1:30 pm
$40 advance purchase/$55 day of the workshop
Anton Schwartz

The final moments of a song are crucial to the lasting impression it leaves. This workshop for both rhythm section players and soloists addresses all the practical elements of pulling it off in style. Topics include: ritards, taking harmonic cues, playing over single and multiple fermatas, arranged endings, endings on the fly, nonverbal band communication. Bring your instruments, as there will be ample playing and critique!
Prerequisites: Experience performing songs and improvising.

Sunday Dec. 9, 1:45 – 4:15pm
$40 advance purchase/$55 day of the workshop
Anton Schwartz