Be Like Bird “Fundamentals of Jazz Saxophone” Summer Group Class - Holy Names Music CenterHoly Names Music Center

Be like Bird
“Fundamentals of Jazz Saxophone” Group Class

An Intuitive approach to Jazz Fundamentals for Saxophonists from beginners – intermediate levels. Developed and run by Rachel Bade-McMurphy

-Intuitive Approach

-Call and Response
-Jazz Rhythms

-Foundational Scales
-Intro to Triads & Chords

-Beginning Jazz/Blues Language
-Historical Lessons involving Charlie “Bird” Parker”

Summer program
-Classes meet 2x per week in Summer
-Recorded audio and video content to practice with at home
-Wrap up the experience by performing a recital and attending a Live Jazz Concert by professionals!

Cost:
$255 (includes $15 non refundable registration fee)
add $30 for “The Real Easy Book” (required text) unless you already own it

Next Session: Summer 2023

–Please register by July 1st to avoid delays in placement.

–Auditions and placements will occur by appointment

–You will be placed in a combo/class based on your experience/age level and your availability

–All registered students will watch a performance by your teachers and or/local or regional professional artists

July 10-Aug 18 Rehearsals and Classes will be on Monday and Wednesday mornings or Tuesday and Thursday evenings based on experience level.

Levels:
Baby Bird: New Beginners & very little experienceLevel 1: For students in their 1st or second year of playingLevel 2: 2-3 years of saxophone experienceLevel 3: 3 or more years of saxophone experienceAdult: available based on interest

Tentative schedule per level:
10am M/W – Level 0-1
11am M/W – Level 2
5:30 T/Th- Level 2/3
Level 3+ advanced acrobatics TBD

**Covid protocols – We will follow the recommendation of state and federal authorities as to whether masks and bell covers will be required.

REGISTER HERE: (we will contact you & confirm schedules & details before charging)

Parent/Payor Name(required)

Email Address(required)

Phone Number(s)(required)

Complete Mailing Address(required)

Student Name(required)

Student Level(required)

Level 0 - little saxophone experience

Level 1 - students in 1st or 2nd year of playing

Level 2 - 2 to 3 years saxophone experience

Level 3 - 3 or more years saxophone experience

Adult - available based on interest

If Other, describe:

Student Age(required)

Student Grade Level(required)

Class assignments and levels may change based on registration needs. Day/Time dependent on level, sign up based on level. Times will be confirmed before camp begins.

Please list scheduling info (available OR unavailable times)(required)

Select one: “The Real Easy Book” (required text)(required)

Add $30 for book

I already own the book

Does the student have any special needs that the teacher should be aware of?(required)

Student email(required)

Student cell phone(required)

We will follow the recommendation of state and federal authorities as to whether masks and bell covers will be required. (required)

I understand that students may be required to wear masks & use bell covers

How did you hear about us? (ie: flier, web search, word of mouth)(required)

Electronic Signature of Person Responsible for Payment (Type Name)(required)

Our office will email confirmation of receipt within 1-2 business days.

For program questions call Rachel (509) 936-0819