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WBGO's Doug Doyle chats with the five finalists of NJPAC's Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition

Anna Gordon is WBGO's Social Strategist and Digital Video Producer, overseeing the station's digital presence and creative storytelling across platforms. A lifelong WBGO listener and music fan, she bring a deep appreciation for the art form and its community to everything she produces.

WBGO Film Critic Harlan Jacobson reviews the 49th Toronto International Film Festival

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.

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Johanna Burnheart is a German violinist, singer and composer., listed by The Guardian as one of 30 artists to watch in 2021. After studying classical violin, piano and voice during childhood, Johanna’s musical focus developed into jazz. Rather than following the path expected of a classical violinist, she chose instead to pursue the music that was her passion. The violin is still a rare instrument in the jazz world, so Johanna finds herself within a niche of a niche. Her playing does not reflect the traditional approach to jazz violin made famous by players such as Stéphane Grapelli or Stuff Smith but is rather inspired by the horn giants of the modal jazz genre. Much of her life has been spent absorbed in the Berlin sound of the techno and house scene resulting in this certain influence permeating her compositions. Johanna’s work exists at the point where modal jazz and techno meet. This is an ever developing venture as technology allows the acoustic sound of the violin to come alive electronically without compromises. Since forming her own band in 2018, Johanna released her debut album simply called “Burnheart” with Ropeadope Records on October 30th 2020. Besides the positive reviews in Jazzwise Magazine, MOJO and Backseatmafia among others, Read more about Johanna at http://www.johannaburnheart.com Band line up Johanna Burnheart - violin and vocals Jonny Mansfield - vibraphone Jonny Wickham - double bass Ben Brown - drums New Movement Ensemble is a collective of musicians and friends who have spent the last decade creating music and challenging each other to express themselves honestly. Led by bassist and composer Matt Gedrych (Emma-Jean Thrackray, Neue Grafik and KenHoon Band) Their album "Never far from home" is collection of songs that speaks about Matt Gedrych's journey of moving to London and the stories that involves; following your dreams, building a family and friendships, growing up, understanding the effort that that needs, and of course, making a home. This album was recorded over 3 days in Total Refreshment Centre in March 2018. Though it almost been a decade since they moved to London and several years since wrote these songs, it still feels relevant to release these stories into the world, as it shows how far they've come. Welcome to the world of New Movement Ensemble, this is only the beginning. Band Line up Clara Serra Lopez - Vocals Jack Banjo Courtney - Trumpet Benedict Wood - Guitar Arthur Newell - Drums Matt Gedrych - Bass

Forget everything you thought you knew about art! Today we are going to dive into all the wacky, unique, and wonderful ways people create. Delight in an artist who makes masterpieces out of pancake batter, step into the world of illusion makeup, or even try your hand at making unconventional art of your own. Enjoy a virtual walk through Newark looking at incredible wall murals. You will walk away from this event finding art everywhere in brand new ways! 10:30am Let’s Get Messy Have you ever wanted to make art with food? Join educators from the Children’s Museum of Manhattan as they show you how to create an edible portrait! Spend 45 minutes getting messy and having fun, while making art using items from around your house. REGISTER 12pm Painting with Pancakes Sizzle sizzle, art comes to life on the pancake griddle! In this event, you can bet we will be playing with our food. Watch an artist from Dancakes create art using pancake batter. Dancakes is the premiere pancake art company filled with friendly, interactive, and very talented pancake artists. REGISTER 2pm Dress Like A Work of Art Some artists paint on a canvas, but Ariel Adkins paints on her clothes! Enjoy this virtual experience where Ariel takes us through her unique process of creating outfits that completely mimic a work of art or natural surroundings. Some of her colorful, one-of-a-kind creations include a jumpsuit of Claude Monet's Waterlilies and a skirt of The Ten Largest by Hilma af Klint. Find Ariel on Instagram @artfullyawear and don't miss this artful experience. REGISTER 4pm Video Drop: See It To Believe It: Makeup By Marissa You won’t believe your eyes. Artist @makeupbymarissaa shows you how she creates an illusion out of her looks inspired by The Newark Museum of Art’s collection. Watch as she turns her face into a work of art! 7pm Murals in the Brick City Experience a virtual tour of a variety of murals across the City of Newark. Your knowledgeable guide from Have You Met Newark will dive into the history of each mural, discuss the subject and meaning, and interview some of the talented artists behind the works. They'll also share some tips for visiting the murals on your own in the future and where to grab a bite, a drink, or shop after. REGISTER Featured Murals Include: • The Four Corners Mural Project Phase I: o The Natural World of the Lenape by Armisey Smith o Radiance by the Rorshach Collective • Newark’s Industry by Layqua Nuna Yawar and Jay Golding • Las Heroinas by Carolyn Salinas • My Brother's Keeper by collaboration of Steve Green, Rutgers, Yendor • Magnitude and Bond – A collaborative mural by A Womb of Violet Collective, Kelley Prevard, and Layqa Nuna Yawar