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Middle school Jazzistry is for Middle School students! Length: 45–50 minutes Price: $2000. Jazzistry reinforces American history curriculum Students time travel with the narrator and the musicians to the slave based economy of the1800’s, the migration of rural Southern blacks to industry in Chicago, the Jazz Age of the 1920’s and up to the present day. Students are attracted to the freedom of expression in jazz They discover the roots of jazz in the percussion patterns and intonations of faraway Africa that were the only forms of self-preservation for enslaved Africans. Jazzistry takes students by surprise For many young people, seeing a live jazz performance is a first-time encounter (contrasted to electronic and digital entertainment). Even so, much of the music in Jazzistry is familiar to their ears—especially as it relates to rock, R & B, rap and hip hop. Jazz history gives the context for learning in many directions!
OPTIONAL LINKS TO JAZZISTRY A band workshop (only available in conjunction with Jazzistry) It’s optimal to offer this right after the performance and it can be structured in several ways. Band members can meet as individuals with six small groups of students (10-15). Or the entire band can meet with a larger group of students and focus on a theme relevant to the group. Here are examples of themes that can be covered in 60 minutes by the band or individuals: music from a historical period, a cross section of music from different eras, about their instruments, about improvisation, etc. Price: $600. An artist-in-residency with Vincent (only available in conjunction with Jazzistry).This intimate, interactive session with Vincent York is ideally suited to groups of 30-35 and, if scheduled in advance of Jazzistry, adds greatly to student appreciation because of a personal connection with Vincent York. The content focus covered in a 60-minute session can vary. Vincent can introduce them to jazz, touch on the timeline of jazz history, focus on a specific period on that timeline, demonstrate all his instruments, etc. Districts have tailored their residency programs to suit their needs. In one district, Vincent visited a few select classrooms in nine elementary schools, two per day over two weeks. In another district, Vincent conducted three sessions per day over three consecutive days, to meet with groups of 10th grade American history students. Price: $350-$500 per session WHO GETS FUNDING HELP? Jazzistry gives a big thank you to schools that can pay the full performance fee. By not dipping into the helping fund, these schools give others unable to afford Jazzistry the opportunity for financial aid. If a school lacks the budget for Jazzistry, it can apply for a $500 scholarship from the Jazzistry fund supported with monies from foundation grants, corporate sponsorship and individual gifts. The fund is replenished annually. The award is based on need and availability of funding. SPECIAL NOTE TO EDUCATORS The Jazzistry performance is an ideal presentation at educational conferences for teachers or administrators. Length of presentation:45 to 80 minutes, adapted as needed. Price: $1600.
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