Studies in the fine art of contemporary and improvisational music
Accepting students:
- Drum set, all levels and styles:
Clear and systematic development from beginner to professional…and well beyond. Focus on Musicality, Technique, Working within the rhythm section, Form, Time, Phrasing
- Jazz improvisation studies, all instruments, all levels:
Solo construction, the use of melody and harmony as improvisational tools, Rhythm/time feel, Tone/sound production, incorporating the lessons of the past masters into your own playing. The attitude and spirit of improvisation
Sound, Phrasing, Time feel/Swing feel, Repertoire, Melody, Vocal improvisation
All levels and musical styles work on Group Sound and Interaction, Repertoire, playing together as a band, the "Business" of music…getting work, Preparing for performances/auditions/contests
Intermediate and Advanced Drumming Seminars
Beginning-Advanced group improvisation Workshops
Intermediate-Advanced Rhythm section Seminars
Beginning-Intermediate Jazz Vocal Workshop (Europe)
Intermediate-Advanced Vocal Improvisation Workshop (Europe)
(dates and locations announced soon)
Press Quotes
"One of those rare percussionists who is also a musician."
- Jazz Times, Dr. Chuck Berg
"Alan Jones showed us how exciting and full of anticipation Jazz can be."
- Sudkurier, Germany
"The energy is extreme, there is never a lethargic moment."
- L.A. Times, Zan Stewart
"Jones’ drumming swings incessantly and is almost dizzying in it’s variety."
- Willamette Week, Dan Deprez
"The American, Alan Jones, who by no means takes second place to his ‘name cousins’ Philly-Joe or Elvin… his drum solos belong among the finest ever heard by this critic!"
- Helmut Schwanen, Neuss, Germany
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