SUMMER JAZZ WORKSHOPS

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Under the direction of virtuoso bassist, 2017 Grammy Nominee NILSON MATTA, Samba Meets Jazz Workshops provides the opportunity to study and hang with some of the world’s top jazz musicians in an intimate learning environment with like-minded adults!   With a max of 30 participants, our commitment is to providing  high quality, personalized instruction, to making your experience FUN, and providing a road map for following up at home!  

  VOCAL & INSTRUMENTAL WEEK:  JULY 29 – AUG 4,  2017

   

ENDICOTT COLLEGE on BOSTON’S NORTH SHORE (Beverly, MA) 

This is a rare opportunity to study with jazz greats of Brazilian and straight-ahead jazz:  ROMERO LUBAMBO, DOMINIQUE EADE, FERNANDO SACI, MATT KING!   

INSTRUMENTAL WEEK:  AUGUST 6 – 12, 2017 

COLLEGE OF THE ATLANTIC,  BAR HARBOR, ME

From Straight Ahead Jazz, to Afro-Cuban and Brazilian ensembles, to Big Band, classes in Improvisation, and instrument-specific study, these masters will guide you to your next level:    DAVE STRYKER, ERIC ALEXANDER, JAY ASHBY, DARIO ESKENAZY, FERNANDO SACI. 

Is SmJ for YOU …? 

Our workshops are geared to adult instrumentalists and vocalists of all levels and musical backgrounds! 

• If you’re a hobbyist or college student, you’ll be challenged and supported to reach that next level!
• If you’re a professional on today’s music scene, or an educator, you’ll hone your skills through master classes, individual coaching, playing alongside musicians recognized as being at the top of their field
• And if you’re new to straight ahead Jazz and/or Brazilian and Afro-Cuban Jazz, you’ll be guided in transitioning your skills in a nurturing environment.