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Welcome to SUMMER at the JAZZ HOUSE! AUGUST 2-7 + AUGUST 9-14 SUMMER WORKSHOP AWARD-WINNING WORKSHOP is back on the campus of Montclair State University IN PERSON! The 2 Each one-week intensive sessions immerses students in the art of jazz performance and helps them become well-rounded musicians through masterclasses, workshops, ensemble performances and jam sessions with professional musicians. We welcome students to register for both weeks, however each in-person session has a reduced capacity limit. Students who register for both sessions will be wait-listed for the 2nd week until June 1 to give all interested students a chance to participate. https://jazzhousekids.org/summer/summer-workshop/ 2 ONE-WEEK INTENSIVES IN-PERSON @ MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY and open to students across the globe online 6 DAYS EACH WEEK / 8 HOURS EACH DAY FINAL STUDENT PERFORMANCES ON AUGUST 7 + 14 MASTERCLASSES ACCLAIMED GUEST ARTISTS EARLY-BIRD PRICING CHICA POWER Rise and Improvise! Be part of this “girls only” initiative that empowers young women and the next generation of female jazz musicians, while having fun playing this great American art form and learning about the rich contributions of women in jazz. Masterclasses ar led by internationally celebrated female jazz artists such as Dee Dee Bridgewater, Ingrid Jensen, Michela Marino Lerman, Anat Cohen, Regina Carter, and Camila Meza. FAMILY BBQ All students, faculty, friends and families are invited to meet and mingle (socially distant!) for an outdoor BBQ picnic and student jam. DAILY SCHEDULE Monday – Friday 8:45 AM Arrival; “Jazz + Eggs” Announcements 9:00 AM Improv 10:00 AM Instrumental Tech 11:00 AM Small Ensembles 12:40 PM Guest Artist Symposium + Lunch 2:00 PM Composition 3:20 PM Big Band 5:00 PM Dismissal 5:00 PM Informal Student Jam Sessions *Subject to change OR JOIN US…ONLINE! Calling all students from across the globe! If you can’t be in Montclair, New Jersey, log on each day for an in-depth musical focus and a deep dive into the technical aspects of your instrument. Students will sharpen their improvisational tools, develop as composers, participate in a virtual big bands and take part in a noon-time masterclass with CHRISTIAN McBRIDE. GENERAL INFORMATION IN-PERSON WORKSHOP LOCATION: John J. Cali School of Music Montclair State University 1 Normal Avenue Montclair, NJ 07043 REMOTE STUDENTS: Zoom links provided for all classes WORKSHOP HOURS: 9:00am – 5:00pm Private lessons are held from 5:00-6:00 PM and during lunch period Student drop off is at 8:30am AGES: 12–18 (Various skill levels welcome).

GRASS ROOTS LIVE JAZZ SESSION INCOMING! Thu Jun 09 (7pm-12am/Free Entry) - We present the very first set as band leader by stunning double bass jazz artist JEDIDIAH BAILEY-SMITH and his brilliant new QUINTET. Get ready for an evening of pure righteous 21st century jazz music dropped with power and passion all eve long.

GRASS ROOTS serving as a monthly platform for promising artists to 'polish their chops and play their own choons'. These fresh and fully inclusive sessions are a must attend for patrons and participants alike, Free Entry on the 1st Thursday of each month at The CLF Art Lounge and Roof Garden.

www.clfartlounge.com/upcoming-shows

Catch the future stars of the live jazz, soul and funk scene, right here, right now!

Hosted and curated by eclectic veteran DJ Mr Boogie/Soulsa, this is one show that you definitely don't want to miss!

Jedidiah Bailey-Smith Quintet (Live) - Band on stage around 9pm, performing 2 Live Sets
Despite having freshly finished his studies at Trinity Laban, Jedidiah Bailey-Smith has been a prominent player on the London youth jazz scene for the past five years. Highlights of his promising career so far include performing at the London Jazz Festival in 2018 - as part of The Next Generation Takes Over showcase, and recording an EP during a session at the world-famous Abbey Road Studios - which was released courtesy of his own Jedidiah Records imprint in 2020.

For his very first gig as a band leader at the CLF Art Lounge, this dexterous double bassist will be ably accompanied by George Mooney on tenor saxophone, Grifton Forbes-Amos on trumpet, Laurie Milton on keys and Ewan Moore on drums.

About Grass Roots
Grass Roots is a monthly live music affair which began life at The Vortex Jazz Club in March 2019 before briefly relocating to Notting Hill Arts Club in August 2021, now a resident monthly event at The CLF Art lounge

Grass Roots runs: 1st Thu each month
Doors + Food: From 5pm,
Live show + DJ: 7pm - 12am (In The Lounge)
Entry: Free (however we recommend you book a table to guarantee your space)

Book: www.clfartlounge.com/book
Walk-Ins Welcome!

Next Event: Thu Jul 07 - Grass Roots with Live act TBA.

See you deep inside or up on the roof
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Artists: Jedidiah Bailey-Smith

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