Listening and Hearing: Notes on the Adult Music Class

This past May a group of more than 30 music lovers spent five Monday evenings talking about some of the issues that come into play when we listen to music.  No-one reading this site needs to be persuaded to like music, but a little knowledge about how we take in music, both technically and emotionally, can add to the pleasures we gain from the experience.  Five evenings of conversation could only begin to scratch the surface, but we were able to open some doors on issues of form, expression, meaning, humor and style.  There are plans afoot for more conversations in the Fall, and we are considering some of the wonderful suggestions made by the participants of the last go-round.  If you have some ideas or questions of your own, we urge you to share them with us, either on the blog, or in our next series of classes.

Andy Mead

Piano Camp - Movie and Music Madness

Summer time...and the livin' is easy.... fish are jumpin.. and the cotton is high...


It's summer time at the JSO CMS and great things are happening! This summer, our piano camp features a "Movie and Music Madness" theme. Your budding musicians will explore the world of music through piano study revolving around movie themes. Students will learn 1 theme from a popular movie while developing their theory, technique, aural awareness, critical thinking skills and ensemble skills through games and large group activities. Students will make new friends and become excited about the wonderful world of music and piano study. Join us July 12-23 at the JSO. Don't miss out on our "Broadway" opportunities for your students.

More info at 782-3221 or http://www.jacksonsymphony.org/summer2010.html .

Recital Tonight (June 18)

Shawna Geer, private piano student of Carol Ivkovich, will present her senior recital tonight at 7 p.m. at the JSO. Shawna is a talented pianist who has participated in various festivals and contests. Shawna's program includes pieces by George Winston, Ludovico Einaudi, Brahms, hymn arrangements and Chopin. Come enjoy a free concert by a gifted pianist!

Jazz Piano Class

Welcome to the exciting world of jazz! This American art form is an important part of our musical heritage. Are you interested in jazz piano? Would you like to be able to play keyboard for your school's jazz band? Or perhaps play simple jazz pieces for your own enjoyment? Come join the introductory jazz piano class on Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5-6 p.m. July 12-23. Learn basic jazz piano skills that include jazz rhythms, scales, 7th chords and basic improvisation. Students must have 4 or more years of formal piano study. Contact: 782-3221 or JSO Website.

Recreational Music Making for Adults!

"Recreational Music Making was born to create a revolution against the notion that music making is only for those with talent. Recreational Music Making dares to declare that music making is for everyone. It invites all of you who have ever dreamed of playing a music instrument--including the millions upon millions of people who wish they had never given up their piano lessons-to give it another chance." (Brenda Dillon)  For those of you who believe that a world filled with music is a better world, this is an opportunity of a lifetime--the best chance to make a difference in your life and perhaps another person's  life  and society.

Would you like to learn to play your favorite songs? Thought it was too late to learn to play the piano? Played years ago and want to try again?

Come join the fun! Classes are taught in supportive groups and offer the following benefits:

 a. a stress free/relaxed environment--beneficial to your health and well-being
 b. an ideal setting for meeting new friends and having fun
 c. A trained instructor will help you learn without frustration.

Take a risk and give it a try. Classes are being offered Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. or Tuesday and Thursdays from 12:15-1:15 p.m.  July 12-23, 2010 at the JSO downtown (215 W. Michigan). Register at the JSO downtown office, 517-782-3221, or at the JSO website.

Jackson City Limits - Jammin' at the JSO

Local indie artists/bands at the JSO (215 W. Michigan), Friday, June 4, 6:30-11:30 p.m.

Featuring:

SAFE OR BRAVE

IF I WERE THE SUN

FIELDS OF INDUSTRY

and the return of....CARDBOARD CATHEDRAL!!!!!

$4 at the door ($1 per band, support local artist!) REMEMBER, this is the pilot for this program, therefore, IF YOU WANT THIS TO KEEP HAPPENING YOU NEED TO COME TO THE SHOW! For those of you who think you can't scrounge around and come up with only $4 to support local musicians and hear some great music, think again. Hope to see you all there!

Doors open at 6:30.

Check out the facebook event page .