MUSIC PROGRAM AVAILABLE 2009

EDUCATIONAL

Bill Jacobs


BILL JACOBS ENSEMBLES offers a wide range of education programs. Whether it be an African-American Music History Program done for an assembly of children, or a week, in-school residency, or a private lesson on any instrument a child may aspire to play. Ensembles gives the same attention to detail, discipline, motivation, theory, and creativity.

Performance: African-American Music Program

A live, one-hour lecture/demonstration performance. This is done by a nine piece ensemble of professional musicians and recording artists who also teach and inspire. The performance will be concluded by a question and answer session with students. The Program covers basic concepts from African roots to present day, with focus on America's Classical Music (Jazz).

Performance:  Afro-Caribbean Jazz Ensemble

This group demonstrates a modern blend of African and Caribbean rhythms with jazz harmonies and techniques.  This performance is available in a septet or quintet group.

PerformanceProgressive Trio Plus One

New Arrangements on Jazz Rhythm Blues and Popular Standards.

Residence:  Improvisational Special

An 8 week study in solo technique for all instruments concluded with a student performance with a professional rhythm section.

Residence:  Instrumental Specialist

A master professional to assist and develop existing school band.

Ensembles can also design an educational program or lesson plan to fit your school music program's specific need.  Contact Us to schedule a meeing.