Unsung Gems from the Great American Songbook (#7) at California Jazz Conservatory

The Great American Songbook is a collection of tunes written from 1930-1950 and is a vital part of the repertoire of jazz musicians. There are also several songs written after 1950 that qualify as Òstandards.Ó While many songs by the Gershwins, Arlen, Porter and Berlin are well known, there are several other composers and lyricists whose songs are not performed as often. In this workshop weÕll explore the music of several different composers and lyricists. WeÕll also listen to how some jazz greats have interpreted these songs and get ideas for our own arrangements. Students will be provided with 10 leadsheets for songs including practice-backing tracks...

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The Great American Songbook is a collection of tunes written from 1930-1950 and is a vital part of the repertoire of jazz musicians. There are also several songs written after 1950 that qualify as Òstandards.Ó While many songs by the Gershwins, Arlen, Porter and Berlin are well known, there are several other composers and lyricists whose songs are not performed as often. In this workshop weÕll explore the music of several different composers and lyricists. WeÕll also listen to how some jazz greats have interpreted these songs and get ideas for our own arrangements. Students will be provided with 10 leadsheets for songs including practice-backing tracks. In the final week weÕll work with an accompanist and sing these songs trying out our own arrangement ideas. Lots of singing for all 3 weeks. All levels welcome.

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