Winter Newsletter - New Mexico Jazz Workshop

In this issue
The top websites for Jazz in America
Bassist
Micky Patten
As with any great organization, there is
always change. After five years as executive
director of the NMJW, Maud Beenhouwer is
stepping down as the Executive Director to
concentrate more on her music career. She will
stay on as the Performance and Programming
Coordinator, helping the NMJW to book its
summer and fall programs and making sure that
we remain true to our mission from the creative
side of things.
Into her shoes steps Vicki Dugger.
Previously the Assistant Director of the NMJW.
Ms. Dugger comes with an incredible resume,
lots of energy and ideas for the future of the
NMJW as we approach our 40th anniversary.
For more on Ms. Dugger, see the Executive
Director introduction on page two.
Join the
New Mexico Jazz
Workshop for a
very special event
this winter. Make
sure you save
Saturday,
February 7th, 2015
for the NMJW’s
2nd Annual New
Mexi-Gras
celebration at the
Albuquerque
Museum. We’ll
have great
Nawlin’s food, R&B
and music from the
DCN Project, Bad Katz Blues and the Maren
Hatch Jazz Duo, face painting, Tarot readings
and, of course, a king and queen coronation. It’s
sure to be a night of Bacchanalian fun.
Tickets are $40.00 per person if
purchased by December 31st, 2014 and $50.00
New Jazz
Releases
Executive
Director Vicki
Dugger
beginning January 1st, 2015 and are available
online at HoldMyTicket.com
Give a
Jazzy gift for
Christmas or
anytime with a
membership to
the New Mexico
Jazz Workshop or
something from
our store. Hats,
tees, mugs,
greeting cards,
posters and gift
certificates are
available
beginning at just
$5.00. Go to
http://shop.nmjazz.org/
The New Mexico Jazz Workshop winter
membership drive
is ongoing. We have
memberships on all
levels beginning at
$30.00. Perks
include reduced
class rates, event
tickets and more.
Right now with your
membership you will
receive greeting
cards featuring our
duckman guitar
image for use this
holiday season or anytime. For more information
or to join,visit us online at
http://nmjazz.org/join.aspx
Vicki
Dugger is the
new Executive
Director of the
New Mexico
Jazz Workshop.
Ms. Dugger
served as
Education
Coordinator and
as Assistant
Director for the
Jazz Workshop
prior to
becoming the
Executive Director and also coordinated the
volunteers.
She has set a number of goals for the
NMJW including strengthening and revitalizing
the programs in place, expanding our “Under the
Stars” programming and also better showcasing
the NMJW’s Adult Education instructors and
students by getting them into the community and
exploring ways to better connect with local
musicians and build community.
“It’s exciting to take the reins of a nonprofit that so wonderfully supports Jazz
education and performance-and one that plays
such an important role in the state’s cultural
vitality. We’re looking at ways to sustainably
expand our wonderful arts in social services
programs such as the South Valley Band project
by adding other locations or adding pre-school
locations to the mix. We have also begun
delivering great senior arts programming. We
are dedicated to building new partnerships and
collaborations. Please join us.”
If you had
the good fortune
to see The
Cookers during
the New Mexico
Jazz Workshop’s
Jazz Under the
Stars series,
you’ll enjoy their
new CD entitled
“Time and Again”, just voted i-Tunes Jazz CD of
the Year.
This is the fourth release for the band.
The current lineup includes Billy Hart, drums,;
Cecil McBee, bass; George Cables, piano;
Eddie Henderson and David Weiss, horns and
sax men Billy Harper and Donald Harrison (the
newest member of the group). There are ten
cuts on the CD of some of the best straight
ahead Jazz you will ever hear. Available for
download on i-Tunes, Amazon.com and other emusic platforms or on traditional media. Why not
treat someone to some new Jazz this holiday
season: Other notable releases this season
include:
Al Jarreau- My Old Friend: Celebrating
George Duke. An incredible cast of characters
pay tribute to the legendary keyboard
player/producer including Stanley Clarke, Diana
Krall, Gerald Albright, Marcus Miller and Dianne
Reeves.
The Mark Turner Quartet-Lathe of Heaven.
Saxophonist Turner’s sixth release that features
a rhythm section of Joe Martin (bass) and
Marcus
Gilmore
(drums) and
trumpeter
Avishai
Cohen.
Raul MidonDon’t
Hesitate.
Grammy
Award
nominee
(State of Mind) and New Mexico native, Midon
brings his unique guitar style to you with help
from Bill Withers and Carlos Santana.
Chick Corea Trio-Trilogy. It’s hard to believe
Corea is 73. Celebrating his 50th year in Jazz, he
teams up with bassist Christian McBride and
drummer Brian Blade on this three CD set and
takes on music by Thelonious Monk, Joe
Henderson and re-imaginings of some of
Corea’s own music including the classic
“Armando’s Rhumba”.-continued on page 6
Interested in learning more about Jazz?
Don’t know where to go for your information?
Here are five websites where you can find
reviews, biographies and recommendations.
 JazzTimes.com. Find articles about the
history of Jazz, search current artists
and Jazz pioneers to learn more about
various Jazz styles and read news
about Jazz here and around the world.
You can also read reviews of new
releases, find Jazz music and
educational events locally and nationally
and download mp3’s.
http://jazztimes.com/
 Jazz Corner.com. Designed by and for
Jazz artists and artist driven this site is
mostly used as a resource for the Jazz
community.. Search by artist, writer,
arranger, instrument, record company,
event, organization, management and
more. Always a featured artist and
video. Find them at
http://www.jazzcorner.com/
 All About Jazz.com. Features the latest
news on Jazz artists and events. The
site offers a free daily download, an
excellent way to sample different styles
of Jazz and build your music collection.
Sign up for weekly e-mail alerts about
Jazz events in your area. Surprisingly
local for a national site.
http://www.allaboutjazz.com/
 Smithsonian Jazz.org. Learn about the
rich history of this truly American art
form from masters of the art. View Jazz
exhibits of instruments and artwork
inspired by Jazz, listen to masterwork
recordings and view webcasts.
http://www.smithsonianjazz.org/
 Downbeat.com The granddaddy of Jazz
magazines features current music and
tech reviews and classic interviews by
some of America’s best Jazz critics.
Since 1934, Downbeat has been
bringing Jazz to the forefront of
American music. A must for serious
Jazz lovers. http://www.downbeat.com/
Mickey Patten’s history with Jazz and
the Jazz Workshop goes back decades. Mr.
Patten and his wife Patti are owners of
Grandma’s Music and Sound in Albuquerque.
Grandma’s was the first music store in the
southwest to offer electronic music and software
for the burgeoning Electronica, Techno and HipHop market. The gamble paid off and now
Grandma’s music is a nationally recognized
music dealer, often recognized by NAMM, (the
National Association of Music Merchants) as a
top dealer in the country.
Mr. Patten served as a board member
for the NMJW for a number of years before
returning to his first love, Jazz. Always the
dedicated musician, he took a number of
courses on Jazz method and improvisation
before he began playing again with local artists
and honing his craft. Right now, he plays with no
fewer than five Jazz groups, including the Lab
Cats, Saudade and the Charlie Christian Project
featuring Grammy Award winner Bobby Shew
and Emmy award winner Michael Anthony.
When he’s not rehearsing or playing
Jazz, Micky Patten teaches Jazz Improvisation I
for the New Mexico Jazz Workshop’s Adult
Education program.
For the top ten we thought
we might take a look at Christmas past for some
notable releases over the past 50 years.
 Take 6-He is Christmas-(1991) Ten time
Grammy Award winning a Capella group
brings Gospel infused Jazz to the
season. Available on CD or as a
download.
 Vince Gueraldi-A Charlie Brown
Christmas-(1965). “Linus and Lucy”
composer Gueraldi created classic
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Christmas standards like “Christmastime
is Here for the animated special.
Nat King Cole- The Christmas Album.
Absolutely the best version of Mel
Torme’s “The Christmas Song” along
with other great standards including
“Adeste Fideles” and “Oh Tannenbaum”.
Tony Bennett-Snowfall-(1968) “My
Favorite Things” stands out Bennett’s
first Christmas album. Re-mastered and
re-released in 2007.
Quincy Jones-Handel’s Messiah: A
Soulful Celebration-(1992) A Grammy
winner, but how could you lose?
Incredible performances by Diane
Reeves, Stevie Wonder, Pattie Austin,
Tramaine Hawkins, Al Jarreau and The
Clark Sisters. The Halleluiah Chorus is,
in a word, glorious.
Ella Fitzgerald-Ella Wishes You a
Swingin’ Christmas-(1960). Twelve short
cuts, but every one of them done in her
incredible style. Tough to find copies of
this recording, but worth it.
Oscar Peterson-An Oscar Peterson
Christmas-(1965) Telarc Jazz release of
holiday standards beautifully arranged
by Peterson.
Dave Brubeck-A Dave Brubeck
Christmas-(1996) Solo piano versions of
Christmas classics including two original
compositions.
Wynton Marsalis-Cresent City
Christmas Card-(1990) New Orleans
Jazz from the master. Marsalis shines in
this take on Christmas in the Big Easy.
Features vocals by Jon Hendriks and
Diva Kathleen Battle.
Ramsey Lewis Trio-The Sound of
Christmas-(196) With El Dee Young on
bass and Red Holt on drums, Lewis
mixes contemporary and traditional
Christmas tunes in a lighthanded style. Very hip.
Education
for all
ages
YOUTH EDUCATION
Our Roots of Jazz program is currently in its
twentieth year of teaching students the origins of Jazz
music. Musician and educator Frank Leto gives a lively
presentation of music from Africa, Cuba, Brazil and
the United States. The music is neatly woven into a
fabric of historical narrative, highlighting the cultural
blending that has made Jazz a uniquely American art
form. The Program is presented free at elementary
schools throughout Albuquerque.
Empowerment Through Music (ETM) is the New
Mexico Jazz Workshop’s community outreach
program that provides access to music education to
underserved, at-risk, low income, and incarcerated
youth. With a dual focus on both prevention (South
Valley Band Project) and intervention (Digital
Technology Project), young people in economically
depressed areas of Albuquerque and in the juvenile
justice system are able to learn music in supervised,
supportive environments. The goals of the program
are to increase self-esteem and pro-social behavior,
develop musical proficiency skills, and prevent/reduce
contact with the juvenile justice system. ETM wishes
to thank our sponsors, The Berklee School of Music,
Albuquerque Public Schools, Bernalillo County, The
United Way of Central NM, The Urban Enhancement
Trust Fund and the Hancock Family Foundation
ADULT EDUCATION-WINTER/SPRING
All classes take place at the New Mexico Jazz Workshop, 5500 Lomas NE
Winter classes begin soon. Learn from award winning talents like guitarist Lewis Winn, vocalist
Patty Stephens and Latin Jazz master Rodolfo Gonzalez. Winter/Spring registration begins
December 15th, 2014. Choose from a variety of classes including:
Real Book Jam - Lisa Nichols and Chris Williams lead players of all levels through Jazz arrangements
in this fun opportunity to play with other musicians in an ensemble setting. Ongoing every
Saturday 10:30 AM-Noon & Noon -1:30 PM. An opportunity to jam with other players.
Jazz Improvisation II-Bassist and guitarist Micky Patten takes you through the more complex Jazz
concepts. Mid to advanced level players. Monday’s 6-7:30 beginning February 2nd, 2015.
Latin Jazz & Improvisation -Rodolfo Gonzalez brings a comprehensive first hand understanding to
Latin Jazz using original arrangements. Intermediate and advanced players welcome. Tuesdays
6:00-7:30 PM beginning February 3rd, 2015.
Jazz Ensemble-Guitarist Lewis Winn instructs students on arrangements for Jazz ensemble and solo
improvisation within the group. Tuesdays 7:45-9:15 PM beginning February 3rd, 2015.
Community Big Band-Aaron Lovato instructs you on how to successfully negotiate big band
arrangements. Proficient sight reading skill a must for this class. Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 PM
beginning February 4th, 2015
Human Voice Boot Camp & Jazz Singing-Patty Stephens teaches these individual but essential
classes for anyone who wants to improve their vocal abilities or Jazz style vocals. Thursdays 6:006:55 PM and 7:00-9:00 PM beginning February 5th, 2015.
The Business Side of Music-Jose Ponce give a series of classes on the business aspects of the music
industry including copyright, publishing, marketing, finding investors, contracts and band business.
Saturdays from 2:00-3:30 PM beginning March 7th, 2015.
Hand Percussion- Romeo Carrido teaches hand exercises and technique to all out the participants
to comfortably play rhythms and poly rhythms from Cuba, Puerto Rico and Brazil. Students must
have a conga drum for this class. Mondays 6:00-7:30 beginning March 16th, 2015
Singing the Blues-Grammy nominee Zenobia Concerite teaches just what it means to sing the
blues. Students will learn Blues standards, vocabulary, and technique. Wednesdays 6:00-8:00 PM
beginning April 15th, 2015.
For more information on class fees, schedules or questions about any of our educational
initiatives or to register, please contact: Nicole Larsen, Education Coordinator 505-255-9798
or [email protected]
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Kim Waters: Silver Soul. His 20th solo
release in twenty-five years, Waters
teams up with daughter Kayla on
keyboards and vocalists Zendaya, Eric
Robertson and Dana Pope. Smooth
Urban Jazz at its best.
 John Coltrane Offering: Live at Temple
University. Recorded at Temple
University in 1966, this recently
discovered recording features Pharaoh
Sanders, Alice Coltrane on piano,
Sonny Johnson on bass and Rashid Ali
on drums with additional support from
Steve Knoblauch,
Arnold Joiner,
Umar Ali, Algie
DeWitt and
Robert Keynatta.
A must have for
Coltrane fans.
 Gerald
Albright:Slam
Dunk. New music featuring reimaginings of James Brown’s “It’s a
Man’s World” and the Pop hit “True
Colors”. Guests include Peabo Bryson
and Norman Brown.
 Diana Krall: Wallflower. A tribute Album
of sorts and her first release sing 2012,
features some of Ms. Krall’s favorite
music. You’ll find jazzy and sultry
versions of “California Dreamin’” and the
Eagles hit “Desperado”.
 Antonio Sanchez-Birdman Soundtrack.
Percussionist Sanchez may get his first
Academy Award nomination for this
intense, dramatic score to the acclaimed
film by Alejandro Inarritu. An interesting,
progressive sound.
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.Bobby Shew’s resume goes something like
this: Born in Albuquerque where at the age of
ten he begins playing trumpet. After high school
he enlists in the armed forces and plays for
three years in the NORAD multi-service band.
He leaves active duty and joins Tommy
Dorsey’s band, becomes a pro, plays with every
notable Jazz musician of his time, wins a
Grammy and lives happily ever after in his
hometown of Corrales. But of course, he is
more.
He is a musician’s musician, constantly
traveling the world to entertain and educate. As
an advisory board member of the New Mexico
Jazz Workshop, he keeps us on track with our
mission to educate New Mexicans on the rich
history of Jazz.
This past June, he directed the Buddy Rich
Big Band as part of a joint effort between the
New Mexico Jazz Workshop and the
Albuquerque Film & Music Experience.
Mr. Shew is never shy about sharing his
opinions on Jazz and its many forms and is a
wealth of artistic knowledge that benefits all New
Mexicans. He is truly a New Mexico music
legend.
Become a Sponsor of the New Mexico Jazz Workshop!
Your support through a tax deductible donation allows the NMJW to expand its reach throughout of New
Mexico. Sponsor a show, offer a scholarship for a student or provide a much needed service to help us
offset costs. Join the advertisers who have discovered the benefits of partnership with the New Mexico
Jazz Workshop and extend your reach both here and throughout New Mexico. Contact [email protected]
for more information about how you can reap the benefits of sponsorship.
Volunteers are welcome and appreciated!
Want to be part of the NMJW? With the diversity of our programming, we are almost sure to find a role for
you that is personally rewarding and enjoyable.
Event Production-Usher, merchandise sales,
ticket sales, parking lot and gate assistants and
stage crew.
Publicity and AdvertisingFlyer/poster distribution and
bulk mailing assistance.
Special Events-Volunteer coordination, silent
auction and party planning committees.
Volunteer Coordination
Phone tree operators,
volunteer scheduling and
recruiting.
Office Administration-General
office help including
telephone, filing and database
updates.
Education Programs
Creative Arts Camp
volunteers, assistance at
school assemblies, photo or
video documentation.
If you're interested in becoming volunteer with NMJW, download and fill out the volunteer application form
here or contact: Vicki Dugger by phone at 505-255-9798 or by email: [email protected]
We lost a fine musician recently. Stu Sacco was a brilliant
percussionist whose talent was sought after by many of New
Mexico’s Latin and Jazz groups. He was house drummer for the
Legends in Concert show at the Imperial Palace in Las Vegas, NV
for 20 years, backing the likes of Gladys Knight, Kenny Rogers
and many more. Stu moved back to Albuquerque in 2002. The
family has asked in lieu of flowers that contributions in his name
be made to the New Mexico Jazz Workshop.
“OF NOTE” IS PRODUCED BY THE NEW
MEXICO JAZZ WORKSHOP AND EDITED BY
JOSE ANTONIO PONCE. FOR MORE
INFORMATION, VISIT US ON LINE AT
NMJAZZ.ORG
New Mexico Jazz Workshop 5500 Lomas Blvd. NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-255-9798