May 8, 2009:
Music of Gershwin

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This activity made possible, in part, by the Arts Council of Indianapolis, the Indiana Arts Commission, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

 


 

 

Jazz Arts Society of Indiana, Inc. 501(c)3

The Jazz Arts Society of Indiana, Inc. is one of Indiana's newest and best not-for-profit arts organizations. The organization was formed in 2001 with one main goal in mind: to preserve and advance the appreciation of big band jazz music throughout the state of Indiana by providing opportunities for entertainment and education to general audiences, musicians, educators, students, and other live music enthusiasts. This is achieved primarily by the presentation of world-class big band jazz featuring the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra.

Established in 1997, the IJO has achieved its present status through the dedication and commitment of its members in their pursuit of excellence in the performance of jazz and popular music. Using the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra as our primary musical ambassadors, this society will aid many other organizations, businesses, and educational institutions throughout the state in bringing the art of jazz to a wider and more diverse audience. The melding of these two entities creates Indiana's first organization dedicated to the performance, advancement, and preservation of big band jazz.

The Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra and The Jazz Arts Society of Indiana welcome financial support from lovers of big band jazz music. You may rest assured that any charitable donation, large or small, is tax deductible. You may donate online by clicking the button below. For more information, please contact us.

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JASI Board of Directors

Ryan Fraley, president
Sandy Cooney, vice president
Rose Marie Pennington, treasurer
Pat O’Neal, secretary
Jeff Anderson, music director
Dorothy McDonald, director of development
Arend Abel, attorney
Jalean Addington
Mary Beuoy
Don Pennington
Charles Roesch
Brad Schrock
John Wittmann


Education Opportunities
For information about clinics, workshops, and other educational opportunities sponsored by the Jazz Arts Society of Indiana, please contact us.


Education Articles

Traditional Big Band Hierarchy for the Developing Jazz Ensemble
by Jeff Anderson, Musical Director, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

Playing Lead Trombone in a Jazz Band
by Vince Laine, Lead Trombone, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

A Mini-Drum Clinic
by Ralph Johnson, Drummer, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

Practicing Without the Horn
by Vince Laine, Lead Trombone, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

The Vince Laine Handy Dandy Cordless Stand Light That Will Keep Your Chips Fresh and Get You Out of the Woods at Night
by Vince Laine, Lead Trombone, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

The 10 Most Common Mistakes that Jazz Band Directors Make (And How to Fix Them)
by Jeff Anderson, Musical Director, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

Morty Lost the Gig
by Vince Laine, Lead Trombone, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

Guidelines for the Young (and Not So Young) Working Musician
by Jeff Anderson, Musical Director, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

Learning To Be A Lead Trumpet Player (Part 1 — Equipment Considerations)
by Jeff Anderson, Musical Director, Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

More to come!