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Jazz Clarinet, Saxophone, Improv, Ear Training
Category: Sequim
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Here’s an original, simple, unpretentious setting of the world-renowned Twenty-Third Psalm by craig buhler with a lovely video treatment by Dale Arveson. May you find peace and be blest.
The vast recorded legacy of legendary tenor saxophonist Stan Getz still astounds the jazz community. Here it is in words and music. From his earliest days with Jack Teagarden, Stan Kenton, Benny Goodman, and Woody Herman to the phenomenal smash hits “Desafinado” and “The Girl From Ipanema” (which sparked the 1960’s bossa nova craze), to his sublime later work with pianist Kenny Barron, Stan Getz continued to galvanize the musical world with his unparalleled technique, unmistakably unique sound, and gorgeous lyricism. Take a tour with us of this amazing 40-year jazz odyssey.
Is it possible for an older jazz musician to influence younger players in a constructive way? Continue reading “Jazz Musicians as Role Models”
How can you choose songs you love to play, the band loves to play, AND the audience loves to listen to? Continue reading “Choosing repertoire for a working jazz combo”