THE ART OF SLOW PRACTICE & THE MOLECULES OF MELODY Session 3 of 3 at California Jazz Conservatory

In order for an improvising musician to truly communicate with others on the bandstand, play with heart and nuance, and truly connect with the bodies and souls of the listener, a deep connection with the inner ear must first be established. In this three-part series, we will explore a meditative, holistic approach to practice that multi-tasks; moving physical technique closer to perfection, while improving harmonic dexterity; an internalized sense of time and rhythm; and establishing a stronger pathway between ear and execution. We will develop the tools needed to improvise from a creative, compositionally structured place, and to arrive at our own personalized melodic vernacular in a variety of contexts...

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In order for an improvising musician to truly communicate with others on the bandstand, play with heart and nuance, and truly connect with the bodies and souls of the listener, a deep connection with the inner ear must first be established. In this three-part series, we will explore a meditative, holistic approach to practice that multi-tasks; moving physical technique closer to perfection, while improving harmonic dexterity; an internalized sense of time and rhythm; and establishing a stronger pathway between ear and execution. We will develop the tools needed to improvise from a creative, compositionally structured place, and to arrive at our own personalized melodic vernacular in a variety of contexts. Pitched instruments (including vocals) of all levels are welcome. Students can move through material at their own pace simultaneously. Please bring your instrument!

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