Miami-Dade Community College Spring 2009 Latin Jazz Courses

[+] Composition on the Fly. Organize a Jam
This workshop demonstrates ways to create an ensemble performance in an improvised setting. Together, we will create music by converting and refining ideas into melodies and backgrounds. Students are encouraged to bring their instruments and imagination.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
Ref No
Dates
Days
Time
Room
Campus
516043
2/21
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] I Recorded a Record, Now What?
Do you want to be a recording artist? Have you recorded a single/album? What should you do to begin to realize your dreams? An industry expert will provide useful and practical information that can help you put you on a path to success to include:what should be in your promotional package; can you do it on you own; major label vs. independent labels; the role of the internet.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516042
2/7
S
9:00 am - Noon
5105
Kendall

[+] Jazz Drums
The Drums in Latin Jazz-Through discussion and demonstration Grammy award winning Nomar Negroni of Negroni’s Trio will show different rhythms for drums in Latin Jazz. You will also learn about the different styles and how they have changed over the years for drum playing in Latin Jazz.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516047
4/25
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] Latin Jazz Experience (Grades 6-12)
Music students of all levels will have a blast at the Miami Dade Kendall Campus for this daylong event. Bring your instruments, and play along with some of the top Latin Jazz artists and band Director Steve Kirkland. Your parents will be thrilled seeing you play in the concert scheduled at the end of the day. Lunch will be provided.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 6
516159
4/18
S
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
K413
Kendall
4/18
S
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
6120

Latin Percussion-Styles Y Patrones
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516046
1/28
W
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
6120
Kendall

Percussion in Latin Jazz
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516048
2/4
W
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
K413
Kendall

[+] Piano in Latin Jazz
The Piano in Latin Jazz- The piano in all kinds of Latin music began with “montunos” and improvisations. In this workshop Javier Concepcion, Latin music recording artist, will enlighten you to the “roots” and beginnings of the piano in Latin Jazz. Learn the history and get an earful of the different styles of piano that have evolved from the 1920’s and 30’s Big Band and jazz era musicians.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516045
2/28
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] Radio Broadcasting in Latin Jazz
Intro to Radio: Behind the Scenes with On Air Personality Cary Alexander of WDNA Radio. Have you ever thought of becoming a radio personality? Do you think that you have the voice and personality? Cary Alexander who hosts “The Latin Jazz Quarter”, a daily show on WDNA, will discuss some of the daily behind the scenes of what it takes to produce and host a successful radio show. Students should listen to show 3 times for a Q & A discussion before start of class.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516044
3/7
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] The Bass Guitar In Latin Jazz Holding the Bottom Together
Holding the Bottom Together-The Bass Guitar in Latin Jazz: The bass guitarist is responsible for holding the “bottom” or maintaining the rhythm of the entire group. Learn basic techniques and styles with Sal Cuevas who plays and records with the top Latin groups of today.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516040
1/24
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120Community Education Master Music Workshops

[+] Composition on the Fly. Organize a Jam
This workshop demonstrates ways to create an ensemble performance in an improvised setting. Together, we will create music by converting and refining ideas into melodies and backgrounds. Students are encouraged to bring their instruments and imagination.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
Ref No
Dates
Days
Time
Room
Campus
516043
2/21
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] I Recorded a Record, Now What?
Do you want to be a recording artist? Have you recorded a single/album? What should you do to begin to realize your dreams? An industry expert will provide useful and practical information that can help you put you on a path to success to include:what should be in your promotional package; can you do it on you own; major label vs. independent labels; the role of the internet.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516042
2/7
S
9:00 am - Noon
5105
Kendall

[+] Jazz Drums
The Drums in Latin Jazz-Through discussion and demonstration Grammy award winning Nomar Negroni of Negroni’s Trio will show different rhythms for drums in Latin Jazz. You will also learn about the different styles and how they have changed over the years for drum playing in Latin Jazz.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516047
4/25
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] Latin Jazz Experience (Grades 6-12)
Music students of all levels will have a blast at the Miami Dade Kendall Campus for this daylong event. Bring your instruments, and play along with some of the top Latin Jazz artists and band Director Steve Kirkland. Your parents will be thrilled seeing you play in the concert scheduled at the end of the day. Lunch will be provided.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 6
516159
4/18
S
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
K413
Kendall

4/18
S
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
6120
Latin Percussion-Styles Y Patrones
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516046
1/28
W
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
6120
Kendall

Percussion in Latin Jazz
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516048
2/4
W
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
K413
Kendall

[+] Piano in Latin Jazz
The Piano in Latin Jazz- The piano in all kinds of Latin music began with “montunos” and improvisations. In this workshop Javier Concepcion, Latin music recording artist, will enlighten you to the “roots” and beginnings of the piano in Latin Jazz. Learn the history and get an earful of the different styles of piano that have evolved from the 1920’s and 30’s Big Band and jazz era musicians.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516045
2/28
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall
[+] Radio Broadcasting in Latin Jazz
Intro to Radio: Behind the Scenes with On Air Personality Cary Alexander of WDNA Radio. Have you ever thought of becoming a radio personality? Do you think that you have the voice and personality? Cary Alexander who hosts “The Latin Jazz Quarter”, a daily show on WDNA, will discuss some of the daily behind the scenes of what it takes to produce and host a successful radio show. Students should listen to show 3 times for a Q & A discussion before start of class.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516044
3/7
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] The Bass Guitar In Latin Jazz Holding the Bottom Together
Holding the Bottom Together-The Bass Guitar in Latin Jazz: The bass guitarist is responsible for holding the “bottom” or maintaining the rhythm of the entire group. Learn basic techniques and styles with Sal Cuevas who plays and records with the top Latin groups of today.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516040
1/24
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall

[+] Timbales in Latin Jazz
Timbales in Latin Jazz- “Timbales Latines” were invented in the early 20th century as a more portable replacement for the standard large Timpani drum. Edwin Bonilla, a master “timbalero” will discuss the history of the timbales in Latin Jazz and demonstrate using a variety of stick and hand strokes, rim shots and rolls on the skins to produce a wide range of percussive expressions.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516041
1/31
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall* End of List *
Kendall

[+] Timbales in Latin Jazz
Timbales in Latin Jazz- “Timbales Latines” were invented in the early 20th century as a more portable replacement for the standard large Timpani drum. Edwin Bonilla, a master “timbalero” will discuss the history of the timbales in Latin Jazz and demonstrate using a variety of stick and hand strokes, rim shots and rolls on the skins to produce a wide range of percussive expressions.
Course fee: $49.00 Hours: 3
516041
1/31
S
9:00 am - Noon
6120
Kendall* End of List *