Marcus Roberts Trio with Jim Ketch and Marcus Printup
In this video, the Marcus Roberts Trio with Jim Ketch and Marcus Printup perform a B-flat Blues after explaining the systematic approach of ensemble playing. See Systematic approach videos on SwingCentralJazz.org... Read More 
Terell Stafford, wind instruments articulation in Jazz
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SCJ Clinicians discuss the Ballade (Darn That Dream) as a Jazz form
In this video: Ron Westray (trombone), Bill Peterson (piano), Rodney Whitaker (Bass), Leon Anderson (drums).SCJ clinicians discuss different aspects of the Ballade in relation to each instrument in the band... Read More 
Ron Westray introduces and performs the Jazz Ballade using "Darn That Dream"
In this video: Ron Westray (trombone), Bill Peterson (piano), Rodney Whitaker (Bass), Leon Anderson (drums)... Read More 
Gerald Clayton, How to handle a mistake
Pianist Gerald Clayton talks about slip ups in playing, saying that moments of uncertainty can open up the ears to new possibilities in both rhythm playing and soloing.... Read More
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Gerald Clayton, Creating a solo
Gerald Clayton talks about musical expression being a synthesis of clarity and honesty, resulting from practice and singing what you play.... Read More
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Gerald Clayton, Using rhythm for practicing improvisation
Gerald Clayton explains and demonstrates the role of rhythm in improvisation.... Read More
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Gerald Clayton, Accompanying Jazz Standards
Pianist Gerald Clayton discusses the need to keep the meaning of each jazz standard intact in one's playing by exploring the lyrics.... Read More
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Jim Ketch, Count Basie compositional style using Moten Swing
Jim Ketch on Count Basie's compositional style and "Moten Swing."... Read More
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Marcus Roberts, Communicating with the audience
Associate Artistic Director Marcus Roberts discusses the exchange between artists and audiences, and how important it is to feed off of the other musicians on stage to establish a rapport with listeners.... Read More 
Jim Ketch, Jelly Roll Morton compositional style using Black Bottom Stomp
Jim Ketch on Jelly Roll Morton and "Black Bottom Stomp."... Read More
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Leon Anderson, The role of the rhythm section
The role of the rhythm section in a large ensemble vs. a small ensemble.... Read More 
Leon Anderson, Rehearsal playing with the rhythm section
Leon Anderson explains how to fit in with the ensemble when rehearsing and performing.... Read More 
Ted Nash, Ways to approach a solo
Ted Nash explains different ways to approach a solo, including initial phrases and how to develop a solo.... Read More
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Marcus Printup, Creating emotions with your instrument
Marcus Printup uses "Happy Birthday" to demonstrate different ways to use your instrument to create emotion.... Read More
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Marcus Printup, Putting your soul in your instrument
Marcus Printup discusses techniques that will allow the student to be expressive.... Read More 
Rodney Jordan, What are you listening for in a trio?
Mr. Jordan talks about the role of the bass in a trio setting, and what to listen for as a bassist. The rhythmic relationship between the bass and the ride cymbal and the harmonic relationship between the bass and the... Read More 
Rodney Jordan, What is it like working in a trio?
Rodney Jordan shares his experience as a small combo musician, and compares the differences between large ensemble and small ensemble playing.... Read More 
Rodney Jordan, Creating a solo
Rodney Jordan discusses elements and tools needed to create a solo - from long notes and triads to gestures that will embellish the phrase.... Read More
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