With an official citation by the Massachusetts State Legislature as “the most swingingest two-year college combo in Berkshire County,” the BCC Jazz Ensemble is back for the Fall 2011 semester. The BCC JE will continue its time-honored “Dr. Jeckyll/Mr. Hyde” tradition of dividing the class into two segments: from birth through midterm, we labor in the deluxe rehearsal suite of K111 to develop an engaging group sound. At midterm, we shift our focus to the metropolitan Pittsfield area by presenting free concerts in a variety of sites. We traditionally offer about 12 concerts each semester, so it’s a great opportunity to “give back” and gain invaluable “real world” experience by performing for live human beings on planet Earth.
Here’s a preview:
1. With the economy still struggling, there will be no requirement to purchase any textbooks or commercial materials. All sheet music will be available for free download. Think of it as a “jazz tea party” that puts about $40 back in your pocket.
2. The Fall 2011 edition will focus on exploring significant melodies and chord progressions, many from the pioneers of jazz.
Register now! Become part of the BCC JE. Contact BCC’s Registrar at 413-499-4660.
Email any questions to: alivermo@berkshirecc.edu
