WJO TO PERFORM MONK MEETS MULLIGAN
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WESTCHESTER JAZZ ORCHESTRA CONDUCTS
CLINIC AT MAMARONECK HIGH SCHOOL
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WESTCHESTER JAZZ ORCHESTRA CONDUCTS
CLINIC AT MAMARONECK HIGH SCHOOL
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The Westchester Jazz OrchestraThe Westchester Jazz Orchestra is a world-class band well-known for their “deeply researched, strikingly executed performances” (The New York Times, 9/19/10). This exceptional group, which also conducts educational workshops, just completed the first of two clinics with jazz students at Mamaroneck High School.
Mike Holober, WJO’s Artistic Director, led the workshop joined by WJO musicians Marvin Stamm (trumpet), Jay Brandford (alto saxophone), Bruce Eidem (trombone), Harvie S (bass) and Andy Watson (drums).
Tim Hooker, Director of Bands at Mamaroneck High School, arranged for the residency. “Anyone who is serious about quality jazz education in the public schools must find a way to invite WJO into your school. These musicians have a vision and understand educational needs. My students are so pumped and want to apply it live on stage.”
During the workshop, Mr. Holober conducted the band while the other WJO musicians sat and played with the students. “One of the most important experiences a developing instrumentalist can have is interacting with stronger, more experienced musicians,” Mr. Holober says. “This clinic allows students to do exactly that as they spend time with and play alongside WJO’s professionals.”
WJO’s educational initiatives extend beyond the classroom to their season concerts with pre-concert talks and the low student ticket price of $10.
About 150 students have attended WJO’s concerts so far this season. More students will have a chance to see WJO in action as the group performs “Monk Meets Mulligan” on Saturday, April 2, 8 PM, at the Irvington Town Hall Theater. Tickets are $35 for adults, $30 for seniors and $10 for students at www.westjazzorch.org or 914-591-6602.
Mike Holober, WJO’s Artistic Director, led the workshop joined by WJO musicians Marvin Stamm (trumpet), Jay Brandford (alto saxophone), Bruce Eidem (trombone), Harvie S (bass) and Andy Watson (drums).
Tim Hooker, Director of Bands at Mamaroneck High School, arranged for the residency. “Anyone who is serious about quality jazz education in the public schools must find a way to invite WJO into your school. These musicians have a vision and understand educational needs. My students are so pumped and want to apply it live on stage.”
During the workshop, Mr. Holober conducted the band while the other WJO musicians sat and played with the students. “One of the most important experiences a developing instrumentalist can have is interacting with stronger, more experienced musicians,” Mr. Holober says. “This clinic allows students to do exactly that as they spend time with and play alongside WJO’s professionals.”
WJO’s educational initiatives extend beyond the classroom to their season concerts with pre-concert talks and the low student ticket price of $10.
About 150 students have attended WJO’s concerts so far this season. More students will have a chance to see WJO in action as the group performs “Monk Meets Mulligan” on Saturday, April 2, 8 PM, at the Irvington Town Hall Theater. Tickets are $35 for adults, $30 for seniors and $10 for students at www.westjazzorch.org or 914-591-6602.
Photo By: Emily Tabin 2011
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