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JazzComposersPresent.com is an online space where composers, musicians, and listeners come together to celebrate the music we love!

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We livestream members only masterclasses, listening sessions, roundtables, group lessons, and artist Q&As.

Additionally, each week we upload a free Mini-Lesson featuring one of our guests.

Calling all Music Teachers, Faculty, Staff, & Students! We are thrilled to partner with post-secondary institutions to share our content through their academic libraries and support instruction.

INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERSHIP

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited to announce our next guest Presenting Artist. Annie Booth @annie_booth award-winning composer, pianist, and bandleader, faculty member at the University of Denver’s Lamont School of Music @du_lamont @jazzatdu, and co-founder of Brava Jazz Publishing @bravajazz.

Annie Booth will be presenting a Listening Session on Sunday, March 16th, 2025, for JazzComposersPresent.com members. The event will conclude with a live Q&A. View our complete calendar at {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#anniebooth #annieboothbigband #flowersofevil #bravajazz #universityofdenver #lamontschoolofmusic #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited to announce our next guest Presenting Artist. Annie Booth @annie_booth award-winning composer, pianist, and bandleader, faculty member at the University of Denver’s Lamont School of Music @du_lamont @jazzatdu, and co-founder of Brava Jazz Publishing @bravajazz.

Annie Booth will be presenting a Listening Session on Sunday, March 16th, 2025, for JazzComposersPresent.com members. The event will conclude with a live Q&A. View our complete calendar at {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#anniebooth #annieboothbigband #flowersofevil #bravajazz #universityofdenver #lamontschoolofmusic #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Rewatch Party featuring Mike Holober's @mikeholober Composer Spotlight "Home On The Ranges & Controlling Score Anarchy," originally aired in April, 2022!

Our next event is a Listening Session on Sunday, February 23rd at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Felipe Salles @sallesjazz in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#mikeholober #orchestration #timbre #blend #range #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #gothamjazzorchestra #thisrockwereon #imaginaryletters #citycollege #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Rewatch Party featuring Mike Holober's @mikeholober Composer Spotlight "Home On The Ranges & Controlling Score Anarchy," originally aired in April, 2022!

Our next event is a Listening Session on Sunday, February 23rd at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Felipe Salles @sallesjazz in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#mikeholober #orchestration #timbre #blend #range #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #gothamjazzorchestra #thisrockwereon #imaginaryletters #citycollege #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

A blast from the past! JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Rewatch Party on Wednesday, February 19th at 7:00pm Eastern. Join us to revisit Mike Holober’s @mikeholober Composer Spotlight titled "Home On the Ranges and Controlling Score Anarchy."

**This event originally aired in April, 2022.**

Grab your Single Event Ticket to the Rewatch Party to access one of our favorite archived events. {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#mikeholober #orchestration #timbre #blend #range #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #gothamjazzorchestra #thisrockwereon #imaginaryletters #citycollege #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

A blast from the past! JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Rewatch Party on Wednesday, February 19th at 7:00pm Eastern. Join us to revisit Mike Holober’s @mikeholober Composer Spotlight titled "Home On the Ranges and Controlling Score Anarchy."

**This event originally aired in April, 2022.**

Grab your Single Event Ticket to the Rewatch Party to access one of our favorite archived events. {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#mikeholober #orchestration #timbre #blend #range #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #gothamjazzorchestra #thisrockwereon #imaginaryletters #citycollege #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Effective layering of musical ideas and textures builds momentum towards the pinnacle of the composition!

Using his pieces "Polymorphous" and "World Citizen," composer and saxophonist Felipe Salles @sallesjazz explores layering as a climactic effect in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#felipesalles #layer #climax #build #homeishere #felipesallesinterconnectionsensemble #brazil #brasil #newimmigrantexperience #lullabyproject #tapestry #umassmusic #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Effective layering of musical ideas and textures builds momentum towards the pinnacle of the composition!

Using his pieces "Polymorphous" and "World Citizen," composer and saxophonist Felipe Salles @sallesjazz explores layering as a climactic effect in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#felipesalles #layer #climax #build #homeishere #felipesallesinterconnectionsensemble #brazil #brasil #newimmigrantexperience #lullabyproject #tapestry #umassmusic #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Composer Spotlight featuring Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies, hosted by Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic!

Our next event is a Rewatch Party on Wednesday, February 19th at 7:00pm ET, featuring Mike Holober's @mikeholober Composer Spotlight "Home On The Ranges And Controlling Score Anarchy," originally aired in April, 2022.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#andrewrathbun #composerspotlight #lostintheshadows #saxophone #guitar #jazzquartet #wmujazzstudies #andrewrathbunlargeensemble #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Composer Spotlight featuring Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies, hosted by Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic!

Our next event is a Rewatch Party on Wednesday, February 19th at 7:00pm ET, featuring Mike Holober's @mikeholober Composer Spotlight "Home On The Ranges And Controlling Score Anarchy," originally aired in April, 2022.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#andrewrathbun #composerspotlight #lostintheshadows #saxophone #guitar #jazzquartet #wmujazzstudies #andrewrathbunlargeensemble #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Composer Spotlight on Sunday, February 16th at 1:00pm Eastern featuring saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies, hosted by Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

Andrew will be presenting "Exploring ‘Lost In The Shadows,'" featuring music from his new quartet record of the same name, and taking questions live from JazzComposersPresent members.

Have a question for Andrew Rathbun (Andrew Rathbun Large Ensemble, Kenny Wheeler, Billy Hart, Western Michigan University), but can’t join us live? Not to worry! Members can submit questions in advance through our Livestreams page. {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#andrewrathbun #composerspotlight #lostintheshadows #saxophone #guitar #jazzquartet #wmujazzstudies #andrewrathbunlargeensemble #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Composer Spotlight on Sunday, February 16th at 1:00pm Eastern featuring saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies, hosted by Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

Andrew will be presenting "Exploring ‘Lost In The Shadows,'" featuring music from his new quartet record of the same name, and taking questions live from JazzComposersPresent members.

Have a question for Andrew Rathbun (Andrew Rathbun Large Ensemble, Kenny Wheeler, Billy Hart, Western Michigan University), but can’t join us live? Not to worry! Members can submit questions in advance through our Livestreams page. {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#andrewrathbun #composerspotlight #lostintheshadows #saxophone #guitar #jazzquartet #wmujazzstudies #andrewrathbunlargeensemble #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Rewatch Party featuring Daniel Jamieson's Composer Spotlight "Exploring Creative Approaches to Ballad Writing," which originally aired in October, 2021!

Our next event is a Composer Spotlight on Sunday, February 16th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies hosted by Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#danieljamieson #danjam #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #ballad #ballladwriting #coltrane #joelovano #metropoleorkest #danjamorch #suddenappearance #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Rewatch Party featuring Daniel Jamieson's Composer Spotlight "Exploring Creative Approaches to Ballad Writing," which originally aired in October, 2021!

Our next event is a Composer Spotlight on Sunday, February 16th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies hosted by Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#danieljamieson #danjam #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #ballad #ballladwriting #coltrane #joelovano #metropoleorkest #danjamorch #suddenappearance #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

A blast from the past! JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Rewatch Party on Thursday, February 6th at 7:00pm Eastern. Join us to revisit Daniel Jamieson’s Composer Spotlight titled "Exploring Creative Approaches to Ballad Writing."

**This event originally aired in October, 2021**

Grab your Single Event Ticket to the Rewatch Party to access one of our favorite archived events. {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#danieljamieson #danjam #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #ballad #ballladwriting #coltrane #joelovano #metropoleorkest #danjamorch #suddenappearance #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

A blast from the past! JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Rewatch Party on Thursday, February 6th at 7:00pm Eastern. Join us to revisit Daniel Jamieson’s Composer Spotlight titled "Exploring Creative Approaches to Ballad Writing."

**This event originally aired in October, 2021**

Grab your Single Event Ticket to the Rewatch Party to access one of our favorite archived events. {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#danieljamieson #danjam #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #ballad #ballladwriting #coltrane #joelovano #metropoleorkest #danjamorch #suddenappearance #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Check out our exciting list of MEMBERS-ONLY livestreams for February, 2025 featuring Daniel Jamieson, Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies, Mike Holober @mikeholober, Felipe Salles @sallesjazz, and Deanna Witkowski @deannawit!

Become a member to watch full-length (~60min) events and participate in live Q&As. Members are granted access to our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

@mihohazama @crymmusic @ericaseguinemusic

#february #calendar #danieljamieson #andrewrathbun #mikeholober #felipesalles #deannawitkowski #marylouwilliams #masterclass #fulllengthevents #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #roundtable #foundationalfocus #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband

Check out our exciting list of MEMBERS-ONLY livestreams for February, 2025 featuring Daniel Jamieson, Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies, Mike Holober @mikeholober, Felipe Salles @sallesjazz, and Deanna Witkowski @deannawit!

Become a member to watch full-length (~60min) events and participate in live Q&As. Members are granted access to our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

@mihohazama @crymmusic @ericaseguinemusic

#february #calendar #danieljamieson #andrewrathbun #mikeholober #felipesalles #deannawitkowski #marylouwilliams #masterclass #fulllengthevents #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #roundtable #foundationalfocus #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband

Highlighting a new instrument can push your writing in fresh directions.

Using music from his new album “Lost In Shadows” featuring guitarist Nate Radley @nateradleygram, composer and saxophonist Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies discusses drawing inspiration from new instrumentation in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#andrewrathbun #instrumentation #experiment #innovate #guitar #nateradley #lostinshadows #steeplechase #wmujazzstudies #andrewrathbunlargeensemble #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Highlighting a new instrument can push your writing in fresh directions.

Using music from his new album “Lost In Shadows” featuring guitarist Nate Radley @nateradleygram, composer and saxophonist Andrew Rathbun @wmujazzstudies discusses drawing inspiration from new instrumentation in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#andrewrathbun #instrumentation #experiment #innovate #guitar #nateradley #lostinshadows #steeplechase #wmujazzstudies #andrewrathbunlargeensemble #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Listening Session featuring Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute, in conversation with Andrew Rathbun!

Our next event is a Rewatch Party on Thursday, February 6th at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Daniel Jamieson's Composer Spotlight "Exploring Creative Approaches to Ballad Writing," which originally aired in October of 2021.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#jamiebaum #listeningsession #listeninghang #johnhollenbeck #stravinsky #natesmith #charlesives #septet+ #whattimesarethese #bridges #flute #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Listening Session featuring Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute, in conversation with Andrew Rathbun!

Our next event is a Rewatch Party on Thursday, February 6th at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Daniel Jamieson's Composer Spotlight "Exploring Creative Approaches to Ballad Writing," which originally aired in October of 2021.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#jamiebaum #listeningsession #listeninghang #johnhollenbeck #stravinsky #natesmith #charlesives #septet+ #whattimesarethese #bridges #flute #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our next livestream Listening Session on Wednesday, January 29th at 7:00pm Eastern featuring Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute (Jamie Baum Septet+, Richie Beirach, Louis Cole, Donald Brown, Wadada Leo Smith, Mick Goodrick), in conversation with Andrew Rathbun.

Jamie will be sharing and discussing recordings that have inspired and intrigued her throughout her career as a flutist, composer, & bandleader. A live Q&A will conclude the event.

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

#jamiebaum #listeningsession #listeninghang #johnhollenbeck #stravinsky #natesmith #charlesives #septet+ #whattimesarethese #bridges #flute #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our next livestream Listening Session on Wednesday, January 29th at 7:00pm Eastern featuring Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute (Jamie Baum Septet+, Richie Beirach, Louis Cole, Donald Brown, Wadada Leo Smith, Mick Goodrick), in conversation with Andrew Rathbun.

Jamie will be sharing and discussing recordings that have inspired and intrigued her throughout her career as a flutist, composer, & bandleader. A live Q&A will conclude the event.

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

#jamiebaum #listeningsession #listeninghang #johnhollenbeck #stravinsky #natesmith #charlesives #septet+ #whattimesarethese #bridges #flute #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our January Roundtable! In addition to our Listening Session, we all highlighted a new composer or album we have recently discovered.

Miho Hazama @mihohazama selected Dave Slonaker and highlighted the album "Convergency."

Andrew Rathbun selected George Colligan @george.colligan and highlighted the album "Long Term Goals."

Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol @mehmetalisanlikol selected John Hollenbeck @flexatone and highlighted the album "Colouring Hockets" with NDR Bigband.

Emilio Solla @emiliosolla selected Paul Hanson @paulbassoon and Raze the Maze @razethemazemusic and highlighted the album "Calliope."

Christopher Zuar @christopherzuar selected Ben Kono @benkonowoodwinds and highlighted the album "Voyages."

Our next event is a Listening Session on Wednesday, January 29th at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute in conversation with Andrew Rathbun.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#january #roundtable #newyear #2025 #mihohazama #andrewrathbun #christopherzuar #emiliosolla #mehmetalisanlıkol #coreteam #listeningsession #listeninghang #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our January Roundtable! In addition to our Listening Session, we all highlighted a new composer or album we have recently discovered.

Miho Hazama @mihohazama selected Dave Slonaker and highlighted the album "Convergency."

Andrew Rathbun selected George Colligan @george.colligan and highlighted the album "Long Term Goals."

Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol @mehmetalisanlikol selected John Hollenbeck @flexatone and highlighted the album "Colouring Hockets" with NDR Bigband.

Emilio Solla @emiliosolla selected Paul Hanson @paulbassoon and Raze the Maze @razethemazemusic and highlighted the album "Calliope."

Christopher Zuar @christopherzuar selected Ben Kono @benkonowoodwinds and highlighted the album "Voyages."

Our next event is a Listening Session on Wednesday, January 29th at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute in conversation with Andrew Rathbun.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#january #roundtable #newyear #2025 #mihohazama #andrewrathbun #christopherzuar #emiliosolla #mehmetalisanlıkol #coreteam #listeningsession #listeninghang #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Roundtable on Sunday, January 26th at 1:00pm Eastern featuring Miho Hazama @mihohazama Andrew Rathbun, and special guests Christopher Zuar @christopherzuar, Emilio Solla @emiliosolla, and Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol @mehmetalisanlikol!

The panel will be celebrating all things new, by highlighting composers and arrangers who have created fresh sounds or employed novel approaches. A live Q&A will take place throughout the event.

Members are granted access to our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

#january #roundtable #newyear #2025 #mihohazama #andrewrathbun #christopherzuar #emiliosolla #mehmetalisanlıkol #coreteam #listeningsession #listeninghang #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Roundtable on Sunday, January 26th at 1:00pm Eastern featuring Miho Hazama @mihohazama Andrew Rathbun, and special guests Christopher Zuar @christopherzuar, Emilio Solla @emiliosolla, and Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol @mehmetalisanlikol!

The panel will be celebrating all things new, by highlighting composers and arrangers who have created fresh sounds or employed novel approaches. A live Q&A will take place throughout the event.

Members are granted access to our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

#january #roundtable #newyear #2025 #mihohazama #andrewrathbun #christopherzuar #emiliosolla #mehmetalisanlıkol #coreteam #listeningsession #listeninghang #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Listening Session featuring Paul White @chairbornearranger, in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic!

Our next event is our Roundtable on Sunday, January 26th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring our Miho Hazama @mihohazama, Andrew Rathbun and special guests Christopher Zuar @christopherzuar, Emilio Solla @emiliosolla and Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol @mehmetalisanlikol.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#paulwhite #listeningsession #listeninghang #marylouwilliams #bennygoodman #georgerussell #chrispotter #countbasie #raycharles
#collaborationworkshop #staffarranger #theusarmyfieldband #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Listening Session featuring Paul White @chairbornearranger, in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic!

Our next event is our Roundtable on Sunday, January 26th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring our Miho Hazama @mihohazama, Andrew Rathbun and special guests Christopher Zuar @christopherzuar, Emilio Solla @emiliosolla and Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol @mehmetalisanlikol.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#paulwhite #listeningsession #listeninghang #marylouwilliams #bennygoodman #georgerussell #chrispotter #countbasie #raycharles
#collaborationworkshop #staffarranger #theusarmyfieldband #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our next livestream Listening Session on Wednesday, January 22nd at 7:00pm Eastern featuring Paul White @chairbornearranger (Butch Miles, Jim McNeely, Dick Oatts, Aretha Franklin, The U.S. Army Field Band, Collaboration Workshop Orchestra), in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

Paul will be sharing and discussing recordings that have inspired and intrigued him throughout his career as a saxophonist and composer. A live Q&A will conclude the event.

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

#paulwhite #listeningsession #listeninghang #marylouwilliams #bennygoodman #georgerussell #chrispotter #countbasie #raycharles
#collaborationworkshop #staffarranger #theusarmyfieldband #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our next livestream Listening Session on Wednesday, January 22nd at 7:00pm Eastern featuring Paul White @chairbornearranger (Butch Miles, Jim McNeely, Dick Oatts, Aretha Franklin, The U.S. Army Field Band, Collaboration Workshop Orchestra), in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

Paul will be sharing and discussing recordings that have inspired and intrigued him throughout his career as a saxophonist and composer. A live Q&A will conclude the event.

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

#paulwhite #listeningsession #listeninghang #marylouwilliams #bennygoodman #georgerussell #chrispotter #countbasie #raycharles
#collaborationworkshop #staffarranger #theusarmyfieldband #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Composer Spotlight "Kenny Wheeler: The Emergence of a Distinct, Unified Artist" featuring Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, hosted by Andrew Rathbun!

Our next event is a Listening Session on January 22nd at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Paul White @chairbornearranger in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#nicksmart #composerspotlight #kennywheeler #emergence #songforsomeone #biography #equinoxpublishing #royalacademyofmusic #london #england #composerspotlight #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Composer Spotlight "Kenny Wheeler: The Emergence of a Distinct, Unified Artist" featuring Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, hosted by Andrew Rathbun!

Our next event is a Listening Session on January 22nd at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Paul White @chairbornearranger in conversation with Erica Seguine @ericaseguinemusic.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#nicksmart #composerspotlight #kennywheeler #emergence #songforsomeone #biography #equinoxpublishing #royalacademyofmusic #london #england #composerspotlight #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Composer Spotlight on Sunday, January 19th at 1:00pm ET, featuring trumpeter, bandleader, and author Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, hosted by Andrew Rathbun.

Nick will be presenting "Kenny Wheeler: The Emergence of a Distinct, Unified Artist," and taking questions live from JazzComposersPresent members.

Have a question for Nick Smart (Kenny Wheeler, Royal Academy of Music, Stan Sulzmann, IASJ, Dave Holland), but can’t join us live? Not to worry! Members can submit questions in advance through our Livestreams page. {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#nicksmart #composerspotlight #kennywheeler #emergence #songforsomeone #biography #equinoxpublishing #royalacademyofmusic #london #england #composerspotlight #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Composer Spotlight on Sunday, January 19th at 1:00pm ET, featuring trumpeter, bandleader, and author Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, hosted by Andrew Rathbun.

Nick will be presenting "Kenny Wheeler: The Emergence of a Distinct, Unified Artist," and taking questions live from JazzComposersPresent members.

Have a question for Nick Smart (Kenny Wheeler, Royal Academy of Music, Stan Sulzmann, IASJ, Dave Holland), but can’t join us live? Not to worry! Members can submit questions in advance through our Livestreams page. {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#nicksmart #composerspotlight #kennywheeler #emergence #songforsomeone #biography #equinoxpublishing #royalacademyofmusic #london #england #composerspotlight #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

The important thing when writing music to accompany lyrics is how to support the intent behind the lyric and convey what they are trying to say.

Using her piece “In Those Years (feat. Theo Bleckmann @theobleckmann)”, with poetry by Adrienne Rich, flutist and composer Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute explores capturing the emotion of lyrics in instrumental parts in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#jamiebaum #flute #lyric #lyrics #intent #poetry #theobleckmann #adriennerich #inthoseyears #septet+ #whattimesarethese
#jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

The important thing when writing music to accompany lyrics is how to support the intent behind the lyric and convey what they are trying to say.

Using her piece “In Those Years (feat. Theo Bleckmann @theobleckmann)”, with poetry by Adrienne Rich, flutist and composer Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute explores capturing the emotion of lyrics in instrumental parts in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#jamiebaum #flute #lyric #lyrics #intent #poetry #theobleckmann #adriennerich #inthoseyears #septet+ #whattimesarethese
#jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Composer Spotlight Rewatch Party, featuring Darcy James Argue @darcyjamesargue, which originally aired in November of 2021!

Our next event is a Composer Spotlight on Sunday, January 19th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic hosted by Andrew Rathbun.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#darcyjamesargue #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #paranoidstyle #realenemies #secretsociety #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Composer Spotlight Rewatch Party, featuring Darcy James Argue @darcyjamesargue, which originally aired in November of 2021!

Our next event is a Composer Spotlight on Sunday, January 19th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic hosted by Andrew Rathbun.

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#darcyjamesargue #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #paranoidstyle #realenemies #secretsociety #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

A blast from the past! JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Rewatch Party on Wednesday, January 15th at 7:00pm Eastern. Join us to revisit Darcy James Argue’s @darcyjamesargue Composer Spotlight titled "Real Enemies."
**This event originally aired 11/21/21**

Grab your Single Event Ticket to the Rewatch Party to access one of our favorite archived events. {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#darcyjamesargue #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #paranoidstyle #realenemies #secretsociety #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

A blast from the past! JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our Rewatch Party on Wednesday, January 15th at 7:00pm Eastern. Join us to revisit Darcy James Argue’s @darcyjamesargue Composer Spotlight titled "Real Enemies."
**This event originally aired 11/21/21**

Grab your Single Event Ticket to the Rewatch Party to access one of our favorite archived events. {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community!

#darcyjamesargue #rewatch #rewatchparty #composerspotlight #paranoidstyle #realenemies #secretsociety #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

When you don’t give the drummer enough information to interpret your music the way you envisioned, you are setting them up for failure.

Using his pieces The Blue Highway, All The Jokes, and Shift In Perspective, composer and saxophonist Paul White @chairbornearranger discusses writing effective drum parts in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#paulwhite #drums #drummer #drumcharts #interpret #thebluehighway #allthejokes #shiftinperspective #collaborationworkshop #arranger #staffarranger #theusarmyfieldband #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

When you don’t give the drummer enough information to interpret your music the way you envisioned, you are setting them up for failure.

Using his pieces The Blue Highway, All The Jokes, and Shift In Perspective, composer and saxophonist Paul White @chairbornearranger discusses writing effective drum parts in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#paulwhite #drums #drummer #drumcharts #interpret #thebluehighway #allthejokes #shiftinperspective #collaborationworkshop #arranger #staffarranger #theusarmyfieldband #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

We’re incredibly excited to attend the 2025 Jazz Education Network @jazzednet Annual Conference in New Orleans this week.

Founder and Artistic Director Daniel Jamieson will be at the Conference all four days. We look forward to meeting you!

If you’re a student, staff, or faculty member hoping to learn more about our masterclasses and curricular support programs, visit our Institutional Partnership page for more information! {link in bio}

Many JazzComposerPresent.com Presenting Artists have clinics, performances, and panels at the conference, that we are greatly looking forward to!

• Deanna Witkowski @deannawit: "Jazz in the Pews: Experiments in Sunday Worship in the 1960s" - 1/09, 1:00PM

• "Arranging Music for Humans, Not Machines: Effective Writing for Real Instruments and the Warm, Breathing Musicians Who Play Them" (Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone, panelist) - 1/09, 3:00PM

• Emilio Solla @emiliosolla: "Tango and Other South American Styles: New Concepts in Big Band Writing" - 1/09, 4:00PM

• Javier Nero Jazz Orchestra @drjaviernero - 1/09, 10:10PM

• "Young Composer Showcase" (Ayn Inserto @ayninserto, presenter) - 1/11, 2:00PM

• Chuck Owen: "Creative Usage and Writing for the Violin in Jazz Ensembles" - 1/11, 5:00PM

#JEN #conference #jazzeducationnetwork #jazzeducation #institutionalpartnership #college #university #jazzed #jazzschool #listeningsession #listeninghang #composerspotlight #roundtable #foundationalfocus #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

We’re incredibly excited to attend the 2025 Jazz Education Network @jazzednet Annual Conference in New Orleans this week.

Founder and Artistic Director Daniel Jamieson will be at the Conference all four days. We look forward to meeting you!

If you’re a student, staff, or faculty member hoping to learn more about our masterclasses and curricular support programs, visit our Institutional Partnership page for more information! {link in bio}

Many JazzComposerPresent.com Presenting Artists have clinics, performances, and panels at the conference, that we are greatly looking forward to!

• Deanna Witkowski @deannawit: "Jazz in the Pews: Experiments in Sunday Worship in the 1960s" - 1/09, 1:00PM

• "Arranging Music for Humans, Not Machines: Effective Writing for Real Instruments and the Warm, Breathing Musicians Who Play Them" (Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone, panelist) - 1/09, 3:00PM

• Emilio Solla @emiliosolla: "Tango and Other South American Styles: New Concepts in Big Band Writing" - 1/09, 4:00PM

• Javier Nero Jazz Orchestra @drjaviernero - 1/09, 10:10PM

• "Young Composer Showcase" (Ayn Inserto @ayninserto, presenter) - 1/11, 2:00PM

• Chuck Owen: "Creative Usage and Writing for the Violin in Jazz Ensembles" - 1/11, 5:00PM

#JEN #conference #jazzeducationnetwork #jazzeducation #institutionalpartnership #college #university #jazzed #jazzschool #listeningsession #listeninghang #composerspotlight #roundtable #foundationalfocus #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Check out our exciting list of MEMBERS-ONLY livestreams for January 2025 featuring Darcy James Argue @darcyjamesargue, Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, Paul White @chairbornearranger, and Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute!

Become a member to watch full-length (~60min) events and participate in live Q&As. Members are granted access to our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

@mihohazama @crymmusic @ericaseguinemusic

#january #calendar #darcyjamesargue #nicksmart #kennywheeler #paulwhite #jamiebaum #masterclass #fulllengthevents #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #roundtable #foundationalfocus #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Check out our exciting list of MEMBERS-ONLY livestreams for January 2025 featuring Darcy James Argue @darcyjamesargue, Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, Paul White @chairbornearranger, and Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute!

Become a member to watch full-length (~60min) events and participate in live Q&As. Members are granted access to our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

We invite you to join our growing community!

@mihohazama @crymmusic @ericaseguinemusic

#january #calendar #darcyjamesargue #nicksmart #kennywheeler #paulwhite #jamiebaum #masterclass #fulllengthevents #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #roundtable #foundationalfocus #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Foundational Focus: “Counterpoint Part III: Imitative Techniques” presented by Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone @berkleecollege @berkleejcmp!

Our next event is a Rewatch Party on Wednesday, January 15th at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Darcy James Argue's @darcyjamesargue Composer Spotlight "The Paranoid Style: Behind Real Enemies."

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#bobpilkington #foundationalfocus #counterpoint #imitativetechniques #imitation #canon #fugue #jazzcounterpoint #berklee #berkleecollege #fusionnouveau #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Foundational Focus: “Counterpoint Part III: Imitative Techniques” presented by Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone @berkleecollege @berkleejcmp!

Our next event is a Rewatch Party on Wednesday, January 15th at 7:00pm Eastern, featuring Darcy James Argue's @darcyjamesargue Composer Spotlight "The Paranoid Style: Behind Real Enemies."

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#bobpilkington #foundationalfocus #counterpoint #imitativetechniques #imitation #canon #fugue #jazzcounterpoint #berklee #berkleecollege #fusionnouveau #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our pre-recorded Foundational Focus airing on Sunday, December 29th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring trombonist, composer, educator, and author Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone (Fusion Nouveau, Jazz Composers Alliance, Aardvark JO, Ken Schaphorst, Fred Ho, Bob Moses, Berklee College @berkleecollege @berkleejcmp).

Bob will be presenting “Counterpoint Part III: Imitative Techniques". {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community! www.JazzComposersPresent.com/membership

#bobpilkington #foundationalfocus #counterpoint #imitativetechniques #imitation #canon #fugue #jazzcounterpoint #berklee #berkleecollege #fusionnouveau #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our pre-recorded Foundational Focus airing on Sunday, December 29th at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring trombonist, composer, educator, and author Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone (Fusion Nouveau, Jazz Composers Alliance, Aardvark JO, Ken Schaphorst, Fred Ho, Bob Moses, Berklee College @berkleecollege @berkleejcmp).

Bob will be presenting “Counterpoint Part III: Imitative Techniques". {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community! www.JazzComposersPresent.com/membership

#bobpilkington #foundationalfocus #counterpoint #imitativetechniques #imitation #canon #fugue #jazzcounterpoint #berklee #berkleecollege #fusionnouveau #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited to announce our next guest Presenting Artist. Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute is a flutist, composer, leader of Septet+, and 2014 Guggenheim Fellow.

Jamie Baum will be presenting a Listening Session on January 29th, 2025, for JazzComposersPresent.com members. The event will conclude with a live Q&A. View our complete calendar at {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#jamiebaum #septet+ #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #whattimesarethese #flute #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited to announce our next guest Presenting Artist. Jamie Baum @jamiebaumflute is a flutist, composer, leader of Septet+, and 2014 Guggenheim Fellow.

Jamie Baum will be presenting a Listening Session on January 29th, 2025, for JazzComposersPresent.com members. The event will conclude with a live Q&A. View our complete calendar at {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#jamiebaum #septet+ #composerspotlight #listeningsession #listeninghang #whattimesarethese #flute #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Foundational Focus: “Orchestrating for Tutti Big Band: Homophonic Texture” featuring Rich DeRosa @untcollegeofmusic @untjazz!

Our next event is a Foundational Focus: “Counterpoint Part III: Imitative Techniques” on Sunday, December 29th at 1:00pm Eastern presented by Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone @berkleecollege @berkleejcmp

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#richderosa #richardderosa #foundationalfocus #orchestration #color #saxophones #brass #quincyjones #thadjones #gilevans #universityofnorthtexas #unt #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

Thanks to everyone who tuned in to watch our Foundational Focus: “Orchestrating for Tutti Big Band: Homophonic Texture” featuring Rich DeRosa @untcollegeofmusic @untjazz!

Our next event is a Foundational Focus: “Counterpoint Part III: Imitative Techniques” on Sunday, December 29th at 1:00pm Eastern presented by Bob Pilkington @tbonebtone @berkleecollege @berkleejcmp

JazzComposersPresent members who miss a livestream can watch the event on our archives page. {link in bio}

Thanks again!

#richderosa #richardderosa #foundationalfocus #orchestration #color #saxophones #brass #quincyjones #thadjones #gilevans #universityofnorthtexas #unt #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our pre-recorded Foundational Focus airing on Sunday, December 22nd at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Grammy-nominated composer and educator Rich DeRosa (WDR Big Band, Jazz At Lincoln Center, University of North Texas @untcollegeofmusic @untjazz).

Rich will be presenting “Orchestrating for Tutti Big Band: Homophonic Texture." {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

Come and join our growing community! www.JazzComposersPresent.com/membership

#richderosa #richardderosa #foundationalfocus #orchestration #color #saxophones #brass #quincyjones #thadjones #gilevans #universityofnorthtexas #unt #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

JazzComposersPresent.com is excited for our pre-recorded Foundational Focus airing on Sunday, December 22nd at 1:00pm Eastern, featuring Grammy-nominated composer and educator Rich DeRosa (WDR Big Band, Jazz At Lincoln Center, University of North Texas @untcollegeofmusic @untjazz).

Rich will be presenting “Orchestrating for Tutti Big Band: Homophonic Texture." {link in bio}

Members can access Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Artist Q&As and our Past Event Archives. We are pleased to offer a variety of membership options to suit any budget! {link in bio}

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“The freer elements in that period are so much bolder than what we know in his later music.”

Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, trumpeter, bandleader, and co-author of the upcoming biography “Song for Someone: The Musical Life of Kenny Wheeler,” explores Kenny Wheeler’s earlier compositions, featuring “C.P.E.P.”, as recorded by the Royal Academy of Music @royalacademyofmusic and University of Miami Frost School @frostschoolum featuring Evan Parker @greenleafmusic in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

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“The freer elements in that period are so much bolder than what we know in his later music.”

Nick Smart @nicksmartmusic, trumpeter, bandleader, and co-author of the upcoming biography “Song for Someone: The Musical Life of Kenny Wheeler,” explores Kenny Wheeler’s earlier compositions, featuring “C.P.E.P.”, as recorded by the Royal Academy of Music @royalacademyofmusic and University of Miami Frost School @frostschoolum featuring Evan Parker @greenleafmusic in today’s mini-lesson. {link in bio}

Become a member today to access our full-length livestreams - Masterclasses, Listening Sessions, Roundtables, Group Lessons, Q&As, and our Past Event Archive. {link in bio}

#nicksmart #kennywheeler #biography #songforsomeone #cpep #evanparker #royalacademyofmusic #frostschool #universityofmiami #equinoxpublishing #london #england #jazz #jazzcomposition #jazzcomposer #jazzcomposerspresent #composer #arranger #composition #arranging #compositions #masterclass #jazzmusic #lesson #minilesson #learnjazz #musician #music #bigband #nomusicnolife

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