2010 Clinics & Master Classes
Clinics & Master Classes
All clinics and master classes are FREE and open to the public!
See a printable schedule of clinics & master classes HERE.
To learn more about the clinics check out the Educators page and Master Clinicians page.
Directors - to read information on Recognition of Excellence in Jazz Education awards, click here.
Friday | April 16 | College & Vocal Jazz Day
CLINICS
Beginning Jazz Piano
Aaron Vandermeer | 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. | Haas Fine Arts | Room 190
This clinic will focus on teaching students to read and realize chords from a lead sheet. Learn about the ii - V - I progression and efficient ways to approach it using Strayhorn's "Take the 'A' Train" as a model. Want to modernize your blues voicings? This is the clinic for you!
Aaron Vandermeer is Professor of Jazz Studies and Music Business
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Composer's Panel Discussion
Noon | Haas Fine Arts | Room 190
Join nationally recognized composers Michael Sweeney, Kyle Newmaster, Jamey Simmons, Susie Jones and Wayne Senior as they discuss the creative process of composition. A Q&A session with the audience will be included.
In Depth with Michael Sweeney
1 p.m. | Haas Fine Arts | Room 159
Relax with Michael in an informal setting to explore the world of music composition, its challenges and rewards.
Vocal Jazz Workshop
Phil Mattson | 2 p.m. | Schofield Auditorium | UW-Eau Claire Campus
Two-time Grammy nominated pianist, arranger, conductor and teacher, Phil Mattson, will explore the art of vocal jazz and discusses the factors that make artistic ensemble and solo singing possible. Mattson will demonstrate basic vocal and rehearsal techniques for ensembles and soloists. He will engage audience participation and demonstrate with students. This clinic will provide the “how to” steps to help any director incorporate vocal jazz into their music program.
FRIDAY MASTER CLASSES
Kenni Holmen | 3 p.m. | Haas Fine Arts | Gantner Concert Hall
Kenni Holmen is one of the most active touring and recording musicians from the Twin Cities Area. This saxophonist, name “Best Tenor Sax Player of the Year” by the Twin Cities Reader, will demonstrate and speak on improvising, playing styles, interaction with a rhythm section, solo special effects and more. This is one master class you don’t want to miss.
Nicholas Payton | 3:45 p.m. | Haas Fine Arts | Gantner Concert Hall
Grammy award-winning trumpeter, Nicholas Payton, is here to answer your questions! Come prepared to ask this world renowned artist about his music, the music business, technique, style and more. Heralded as one of the new-generation guardians of the hard bop flame, Nicholas Payton is consistently committed to discovering his voice outside of the strict confines of a “rearview mirror approach” to the music. A true leader in the genre, he continues to push the envelope and move the music forward by meshing contemporary influences into his unique and distinctive sound. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to talk to Mr. Payton before his performance!
Saturday | April 17 | High School & Middle School Day
CLINICS
New Music for Jazz Ensembles
Michael Sweeney | 11 a.m. | Hibbard | Room 231
Featuring a wide variety of styles and levels, hear new charts by Mark Taylor, Michael Philip Mossman, Mike Tomaro, Rick Stitzel, Paul Murtha, and Michael Sweeney. Also included is a brief demonstration of the "Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble" method for beginning jazz programs.
Michael Sweeney is a multi-award-winning composer, arranger and producer. He is Director of Band Publications at Hal Leonard Corp.
Proven Winners for Jazz Ensemble
Michael Sweeney | 1: 00 p.m. | Hibbard | Room 231
This reading session focuses on classic charts from past years. Some charts date back 20 and 30 years, and all are still in print and readily available. Features charts by Nestico, Taylor, Tomaro, Sweeney, and more.
Michael Sweeney is a multi-award-winning composer, arranger and producer. He is Director of Band Publications at Hal Leonard Corp.
Beginning Jazz Piano
Aaron Vandermeer | 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. | Hibbard | Room 224
This clinic will focus on teaching students to read and realize chords from a lead sheet. Learn about the ii - V - I progression and efficient ways to approach it using Strayhorn's "Take the 'A' Train" as a model. Want to modernize your blues voicings? This is the clinic for you!
Aaron Vandermeer is Professor of Jazz Studies and Music Business The University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Advanced Improvisation
Aaron Hedenstrom | 9, 10 & 11 a.m., 1 & 2 p.m. | Hibbard | Room 322
Take your improve skills to a new level! Learn how to tap your own creative juices and feel the music through your
fingers. It’s all in the sound!
Aaron Hedenstrom is a composer, musician and student at UW- Eau Claire. He is majoring in music composition, performs in the Jazz I Ensemble, plays alto saxophone.
Beginning Improvisation
Joseph Niemann | 9, 10 & 11 a.m., 1 & 2 p.m. | Hibbard | Room 318
Anyone can improvise! It’s all in the ears. Learn a jazz tune and how to improvise on it at a beginning level.
Joseph Niemann is a musician and student at UW- Eau Claire. He is majoring in business, performs in the Jazz I Ensemble, plays trumpet.
Sectional Clinics for Trombone, Saxophone, Trumpet & Rhythm
UW-Eau Claire Jazz Ensemble I | 9, 10 & 11 a.m., 1 & 2 p.m. | Hibbard
Learning the music outside of rehearsal saves time and helps the band get to deeper levels of musicality.
Topics:
• Fundamental essentials for each instrument
• How to run sectionals outside of band rehearsal in a business-like fashion
• How to work up a piece of music from scratch in a very quick amount of time
ROOMS
Bones: Hibbard 203
Saxes: Hibbard 223
Trumpets: Hibbard 211
Rhythm Section: Hibbard 202
SATURDAY MASTER CLASSES
Kenni Holmen | 3 p.m. | Haas Fine Arts | Gantner Concert Hall
Kenni Holmen is one of the most active touring and recording musicians from the Twin Cities Area. This saxophonist, name “Best Tenor Sax Player of the Year” by the Twin Cities Reader, will demonstrate and speak on improvising, playing styles, interaction with a rhythm section, solo special effects and more. This is one master class you don’t want to miss.
Nicholas Payton | 3:45 p.m. | Haas Fine Arts | Gantner Concert Hall
Two-time Grammy nominated pianist, arranger, conductor and teacher, Phil Mattson, will explore the art of vocal jazz and discusses the factors that make artistic ensemble and solo singing possible. Mattson will demonstrate basic vocal and rehearsal techniques for ensembles and soloists. He will engage audience participation and demonstrate with students. This clinic will provide the “how to” steps to help any director incorporate vocal jazz into their music program.
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