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The Schedule

Check back for the 2011 clinic and workshop schedule. Clinics and workshops are held across the University of Idaho campus and Moscow community.

WORKSHOP THEMES

  • Artist Features (AF): Come and see your favorite artists – up close and personal. Listen while they play, sing and share stories. Most allow audience questions and sometimes students are invited on stage to play with the world's finest.
  • Technology (T): Learn how to use Smart Music, i–Tunes, Sibelius and learn about on–line resources in these informative workshops. Hand outs and guidelines are provided.
  • Jazz Is ... (JI): Learn about music of the past and the future of jazz with master performers. These workshops feature a variety of artists and subjects. Each day a concert preview will feature some of the evenings´ artists discussing the music you´ll hear on stage.
  • Director Helps (DH): These workshops are designed to help directors as they teach jazz. Topics include: Rhythm Section Tips and Tricks, Rehearsal Techniques, Smart Music, the Role of the Guitar in Jazz Bands and Ensembles, 50 Ways to Improve Your Jazz Band in 50 Minutes and more!
  • Master Class (MC): These are workshops designed for specific instruments. Learn about fingering, tone, and technique from Master teachers.
  • Hands On! (HO) This means INTERACTIVE! Bring your horns, bring your charts, be ready to play and sing along. Be prepared to learn about improvisation, scat singing and improving your techniques!
  • Dance Workshops (DW): Learn to move to the groove with dances such as Salsa, Mambo, Cha Cha Cha, Swing Dance, Broadway and Jazz, Rhythm Tap, and more. Special classes with University faculty, regional instructors and specialty dance instructors from New York and Seattle.