Sierra Jazz Society Newsletter
April, 2010
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Contents:
Troubadour Trouble | Discount For Early Jazz Camp Sign-Up | Jazz Elements For Strings
Jazz Classes for Children| Join the Sierra Jazz Society
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Where: Body Balance, 151 Mill St., Grass Valley Stephen Holland, Troubadour Trouble has a great following and we hope you'll join their many admirers. The concert will present music from a variety of cultures, including Latin America, West Africa, Southern France, and the good old USA, as well as a number of highly original compositions. Troubadour Trouble has played in a number of local venues and the space at Body Balance is the perfect intimate acoustic venue to hear the group and really appreciate the tonal beauty and atmosphere created by their unique sound. This is a one-time-only occasion Tickets: $12 pre-paid tickets not available
Pre-registration required. Katrina Wreede: Credited by jazz historian, Leonard Feather, as making the "only outstanding contribution to jazz on the [viola]", Katrina was Composer in the Schools for the American Composers Forum, created and taught "Junior Composers" for Berkeley Symphony, and has conducted workshops for schools and conferences around the country, including Nevada County Music Teachers In-service. She has also coached many youth ensembles throughout California. A former member of the Turtle Island String Quartet, ensembles including the Ahn Trio and the David Parsons Dance Group play her compositions internationally.
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If you are thinking about going to Jazz Camp this July, take advantage of our early registration. If you register and pay 50% of your tuition by April 30, you'll receive 15% discount off your total tuition. That's a savings of $67.50! Pay Now!
This is a really fun way to learn, meet other musicians, play with others at your ability level. Register for camp at get more information. Work-study scholarships are available on first-come basis. Contact Julia for more information. Jazz Camp dates: Available to: All ages, instruments and voice. More information and registration
CHILDRENS WORKSHOP with Bill Douglass
When: Apr 25, May 9, May 23, 2-3 pm Join Bill Douglass for fun music class. Children will have an opportunity to play music together using percussion instruments, recorders, flutes, and some unusual instruments for a hands-on playing experience. Bill will bring the instruments or if your child already plays an instrument, have them bring it. Fee: $15 Call 273-5489 for info or email bill@sierrajazzsociety.com
Sierra Jazz Society offers Jazz Camp annually, ongoing workshops, Jazz News through our emails and newsletters. For your generosity, you'll receive our unending appreciation, and depending on your contribution, concert tickets, an evening of Jazz History (Bill Douglass, raconteur) or a private concert in your home. Take a look at the three levels of membership. Bill Douglass |
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TROUBADOUR TROUBLE
When: Sunday April 18, 7 PM
Sunday May 16m 4-6 pm. 
Jazz Camp is in its 9th year. All ages, all instrumentalists and vocalists are invited to attend. 