Shenole Latimer - Educational Programs

PROGRAM	DESCRIPTION	TARGET AUDIENCE	FORMAT

What's All That Jazz About?	Through a carefully balanced combination of live performance, lecturing, and prepared listening examples of classic recordings from jazz icons including Miles Davis and John Coltrane, jazz saxophonist and clinician Shenole Latimer educates his audience about how to follow along with jazz tunes, as well as what is involved with learning how to listen to and appreciate music from the jazz idiom. No prior knowledge of jazz is needed by the audience. Shenole Latimer designed this presentation with the average music listener in mind.	Adults, Teens (can be modified for children)	PRESENTATION - Lecture only - Lecture + live music performace - Live music only

Our Music, Our Culture	The history of jazz is reviewed from the early 1900's to today. Many jazz artists and their struggles are explored, including Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, and John Coltrane. An emphasis is placed on visiting the African American roots of jazz, how jazz reflected the cultural phases that African Americans were experiencing through out the decades of the 20th century, and the cultural and sociological impact that jazz made in the United States and even the world. Learn why jazz has been called, "America's Classical Music".	Adults	PRESENTATION - Lecture only - Lecture + live music performace - Live music only

So, You Want to be a Musician?	Is it really possible to make a living as a musician? The answer to this question could lie within our presentation "So, You Want to be a Musician?", which is designed to inform parents and their college bound teens, and even some adults who may be thinking about a career change, about the pros and cons of being a working musician. Topics include how to prepare for music courses given at universities, learning how to conduct business in the music industry, understanding the work that must be done behind the scenes, and an analysis of where the future of the music business is headed.	Adults, Teens	PRESENTATION - Lecture only - Lecture + live music performace

Jazz Improvisation	Award winning jazz saxophonist and Tierra Records recording artist Shenole Latimer helps his course participants to embark upon a journey of musical and self discovery. Beginner participants will learn the basics of jazz improvisation through hands-on playing experiences, starting with a visit into the blues and other song forms, and moving into an understanding of some of the fundamental chord progressions found in jazz. The ii - V7 - I progression is taken to new heights by intermediate participants, and some basic turn-arounds are introduced. Also, add to that an expedition into the world of the minor blues. For advanced participants, learn about transposing phrases, tritone substitutions, “Rhythm Changes”, diminished relations and more. This master class can also be adapted to cover the topics of your choice that pertain to jazz improvisation.	Adults, Teens	MASTER CLASS

Sax Technique	The saxophone is considered to be one of the most expressive musical instruments in the world, but it takes plenty of skill and technique to be able to coax the full potential of expression from this member of the woodwind family. Shenole Latimer taps into his award winning abilities and uncanny communicative talent to help the participants of this master class to gain a higher level of proficiency and insight into saxophone performance. Topics covered include breath support, increasing finger dexterity, gaining greater control over dynamics and sound production, tonguing, and venturing into the extreme upper or altissimo register. This master class can also be adapted to cover the topics of your choice that pertain to saxophone technique.	Adults, Teens	MASTER CLASS

Practice, Practice, Practice	Sometimes one of the most difficult things to do with students, young or old, is getting them to practice their lessons. One reason is because they don't see how practicing can be any fun. Another reason is that some students, who do practice regularly, get frustrated because they don't see the results that they want. This is usually due to practicing in the wrong fashion. Through demonstrations and group exercises, this clinic shows how aspiring musicians can use their imagination to not only help make practicing more interesting, but to also set goals and to work towards those goals. This master class can also be adapted to cover the topics of your choice that pertain to saxophone technique.	All Ages	MASTER CLASS

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