Indian Rhythms for Western Musicians: A Masterclass with Ganesh Kumar
Join us for a rare opportunity to learn rhythm from world-renowned drummer, Ganesh Kumar. Ganesh has inspired musicians around the world with his teachings and astonishing performances. His masterclass is collaborative and leaves students with a deeper understanding of Indian rhythms using practical exercises and his personal methodologies.
Ganesh has played with legendary western artists such as Bela Fleck, Max Roach,
Victor Wooten, the Violent Femmes, Jeff Coffin and Glen Velez. And he has trained extensively with the great South Indian master drummer, T.H. Subash Chandran.
This masterclass is not limited to drummers. All musicians are welcome
to attend. Register today to reserve your seat.
To observe this masterclass please make a reservation. Spots are limited.
This event is free for our students, but you need to make a reservation. If you are not a current student you can stil attend by filling out this registration form
Suggested donation at the door $10
Past Masterclasses
| March:2013: Masterclass with John O’Gallagher |
| January 2013: Masterclass with Tony Moreno |
| June 2012: Masterclass with Ron Horton |
| March 2012: Masterclass with Miles Okazaki |
| June 2011: Masterclass with Johannes Weidenmueller. |
| February 13, 6pm-8pm: Masterclass with Tommaso Vittorini "The Art of Jazz Phrasing" |
| Thursday March 28th 7pm-9pm: Marc Mommmaas Interview with John O’Gallagher about his new book "Twelve-Tone Improvisation". |
"Twelve-Tone Improvisation". An interview with John O'Gallegher |
John O’Gallagher is considered one of the most compelling alto saxophonists and composers at work today on the avant-jazz scene. Based in New York City for over two decades, he has worked with numerous peers and major artists such as Joe Henderson (winning a Grammy for the recording Joe Henderson Big Band), Maria Schneider, Kenny Wheeler, Jason Lindner, Pete McCann, Ron Horton, Russ Johnson, Timucin Sahin, Joey Sellers, Billy Mintz, Ken Shaphorst, Bob Belden, Roberta Piket, Owen Howard, Andrew Rathbun, Dave Phillips, Justin Mullins, Alan Ferber, Dave Allen Ralph Bowen, John Medeski, Cameron Brown, Al Foster, Mike Formanek, Ben Allison, Peter Madsen, John McNeil, Thomas Chapin, Brad Shepek, Dave Scott, Tony Malaby, Mike Sarin, Gene Jackson, Dave Liebman, Jeff Hirshfield, Drew Gress, Nasheet Waits, Gene Ess, Johannes Weidenmuller, Dave Berkman, Rick Margitza, Russ Lossing, Uri Caine, Donny McCaslin, Tyshawn Sorey, Rich Perry, Kenny Wessel, Tony Moreno, Tom Rainey, Jeff Williams, Thomas Morgan, George Mraz, John Hollenbeck, Mark Ferber, Joe Fiedler, Henry Hey, Gary Versace, Kermit Driscoll, Chris Potter, Dan Weiss, George Schuller, Tom Harrell, Matt Wilson, Frank Kimbrough, Rudresh Manhathappa, Dave Ballou, Richie Beirach, Fred Ho, Frank Carlberg, Adam Kolker, Rez Abbasi, Chris Cheek, Eric McPherson, Duane Eubanks, John Hebert, Ben Monder, etc..
Marc Mommaas will interview John about his new book "Twelve-Tone Improvisation".
“This book is by far the best on the relatively abstruse subject of 12 tone improvisation. It is thorough and methodical yet accessible, and the applications of such an approach are always made apparent. Also, John is one of my absolute favorite improvisers, so if this book unlocks some of the secrets of what he is doing it is well worth studying.” – Ben Monder
GUEST ARTIST in the Modern Jazz Workshop. |
To observe this masterclass please make a reservation. Spots are limited. |
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The program is designed to develop the ability to play along with other musicians, and articulate phrasing in the jazz language.
The program would benefit small ensembles and prepare musicians to the big band experience.
Articulation falls in the not-so-obvious field of music, as it can change dramatically the way a tune is played. Paying attention to the correct articulation and dynamics makes a real difference in an ensemble and develops individual style as well.
Workbook material is based mainly on 4-part stock arrangements, so that students can take active part regardless of the number and type of instruments attending. Practicing with harmonized parts takes advantage of the higher level of awareness that players have, if they can distinguish the notes they are playing from those being played by others. Unison practicing does not develop the same level of awareness.
On an intermediate class students will be asked to write their own articulations on plain music lines, to develop the ability to lead their own section.
Tony Moreno's masterclass
New-York-based drummer Tony Moreno is simply one of the most sought after musicians of his profession. He tours all around the world and teaches at New York University Jazz Program. He also teaches at City College of New York, and has done many clinics in France, Canada, Spain, Germany, Denmark and the US.
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Tony Moreno endorses Paiste Cymbals and LeSoprano Drums
Teaching:
NYU Jazz Studies Program
Columbia University Louis Armstrong Jazz Program City College of New York.
Topics: Rhythmic context, Polyrhtyhm, Mixed meter, groupings, Styles and more.
For all instruments.
More on Ron Horton's masterclass
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To all students: For you who missed this fantastic, informative and inspiring masterclass, we would like to bring Ron back in 2013 for another session. Please read up on it (below) and let us know if you are interested. We need a minimum of 10 sign-ups to make this happen. This masterclass is suitable for all levels. Get ready for a journey through Jazz history, you will be surprised about how many amazing recordings you never knew about.
Essential Jazz Listening: Small Group Jazz Recordings 1945-1965 |
Not sure if the class is right for you? Contact us by email or call (888) 690-5299.
