Music Education

MASTER CLASSES

Our comprehensive, fully participatory classes are designed to give a solid overview of their subject matter:

• • The Drumming Resource Guide with Jaz Sawyer – Learn A to Z about drumming history, techniques and styles through in-class demonstrations. Schedule A Session.
• • The Rhythm Section – The most important part of any group is the rhythm section. Discover the tools you need to enhance your band’s every performance. Make your music more interesting and fun through creative communication on the bandstand.
• • Hip Hop & Jazz, Sharing the Tradition – Discover the similarities and connections of improvisation through these evolving genres. We will analyze some of the Masters’ use of compositional methods and contrast those with the spoken word acrobatics of today’s pioneers.

WORKSHOPS

Includes a stronger emphasis on studying and perfecting the subject matter:

• • Spoken Word with Live Bands – Bridge words and styles by learning the essential music elements to articulate the arrangement between the spoken word artist and the band/solo musician. Maximize your performance potential with your word and music through confident collaboration.
• • How to Set Up A Music Program – Contact us for more information.

CLINICS

Features more intensive constructive criticism and analysis:

• • The Drumming Resource Guide with Jaz Sawyer – Learn A to Z about drumming history, techniques and styles through in-depth analysis of specific pioneer innovations and technical advancements. Schedule A Session

LECTURES

Are designed to give analysis and a more historical point of view of the subject matter:

• • Music And Art – Do musicians see colors? Do visual artists see music? Discover the fascinating connection between these art fields. From Picasso to Gordon Parks. Learn methods to identify connections and uncover new inspiration for your music art.
• • NEW ORLEANS: The Birth Place of Jazz, American Music and the Music Industry – The international port of New Orleans was the primary melting pot for creative music innovation and cultural exchange that is the wellspring of the American art form, Jazz. Identify the musicians and businesses that would spring into an international music industry providing a soundtrack to America. Overview and analysis of important recordings from traditional to modern New Orleans styles that continue to influence music throughout the world.

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION

Focuses on practice techniques and in-depth study of an individual instrument. For instructor guidance to help you improve your desired instrument of study please contact us with your request.

FREE REFERENCES

If you are a student, parent, teacher or administrator seeking resource references please contact us with your request.

CONSULTING SERVICES

If you are an artist, administrator, school, organization or business seeking music event resources or music program assistance please contact us with your request.

* We can customize services to fit client needs. All age groups welcome*