SUMMER JAZZ BIG BAND COURSE

Newpark Academy of Music
Dates: July 3rd-9th, 2023
(each participant will attend three weekday classes between 3-6pm & Full Band Rehearsal on Friday & Saturday

OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE

There is a vast musical and social history of jazz music and it’s development, Newpark Academy of Music continues to contribute to this ever changing and exciting musical genre. We are delighted to offer music students from all backgrounds the opportunity to apply for our 2023 Summer Big Band Jazz Course.

Participants will establish a strong theoretical and stylistic foundation with regards to improvisation and performance within a large Jazz ensemble. There will be an emphasis on the development of the student’s individual expression and creativity. Led by the highly experienced Big Band Leader & Saxophonist Kieran Wilde, the faculty will also include some of the leading exponents of Jazz music from Ireland; Saxophonist Brendan Doyle, Trumpeter Michael Barkley and Drummer Kevin Brady.

The final evening of the course will culminate with a 1 hour concert performing the repertoire taught over the course of the week. students will gain essential experience performing with professional musicians and the final recital will include the critically acclaimed Tenor Saxophonist & Composer Meilana Gillard (U.S.) as a Guest soloist.

The Newpark Big Band course is the only available course of its kind in Ireland, and will give you the tools to improve your performance ability in an ensemble and further your playing opportunities in the future.

Places available are limited and are selected by an audition taking place on May 13th between 2:30-6pm.
Open to students with the relevant experience from 14 years upwards.

Further enquiries for auditions please contact:

e: [email protected]
w: www.newparkmusic.ie
t: +353 1 2883740

Newpark Academy of Music
Newtownpark Avenue, Blackrock,
Co. Dublin