Jazz Festival Workshops

Simply JP (Vocals)
Wednesday 2 April 2008 | 3pm-5pm | $10
CPIT Jazz School, Cnr High St & Madras St, Christchurch

Simply JP offers her skills and knowledge in a two hour vocals workshop as part of the NZ International Jazz & Blues Festival.

American gospel, blues and jazz singers are a rare treat in Christchurch, but Simply JP – described as ‘A Black Rose Ever So Sweet’ is one of the best.

Like an organic punctuation mark, whether it is pop, jazz or the blues, Simply JP brings to the stage her life’s appreciation and dashingly flares of expression in music. The statuesque and charismatic singer combines her musical background in A capella singing, gospel, blues and jazz to create an unforgettable performance live. She has toured the world and shared the stage with such notable artists as Ronnie Milsap, Etta James, Willie Nelson, Michael Bolton, the late jazz singer Phyllis Hyman and Betty Carter.

www.simplyjpmusic.com

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Julien Wilson (Saxophone)
Thursday 27 March 2008 | 10am-12pm | $15
CPIT Jazz School, Cnr High St & Madras St, Christchurch

Julien Wilson offers his skills and knowledge in a two hour saxophone workshop as part of the NZ International Jazz & Blues Festival.

Since its formation in 2004, the Julien Wilson Trio has performed many high profile concerts, including three performances at the Sydney Opera House. Featuring three of Australia’s most accomplished and versatile musicians, this trio enchant and mesmerise audiences wherever they play, while their unique instrumentation and original compositions draw on many inspirations and influences, incorporating tango, bossa nova, folk, classical and jazz elements to create an unusual, instantly recognisable sound.

With their contemporary yet timeless music, this lyrical Australian trio create an intimate and magical atmosphere. Their gentle and passionate tango-inflected pieces have a broad emotional scope that is full of haunting nostalgia.

Julien Wilson – tenor saxophone

www.julienwilson.com

Register for Workshops at:
Arts Centre Information, 2 Worcester Blvd
Ph +64 3 363 2836
Limited Door Sales

www.jazzfestivalnz.com