Welcome to the home page for the weber state university jazz ensembles. Being an artist requires massive reserves of selfbelief, and coming to a place like this is incredibly testing. Since graduating from waapa christina has performed professionally in three summers feature film, a lead role in summer of our lives creative development, performed across schools in wa for the super duper book tour echelon productions and performed in the production of the talk with the last great hunt. The official page for the western australian academy of performing. Our vue al4 line array provides remarkable performance for its compact size and delivers a massive decibel level, said gwyn hewson, venue services officer, waapa. Waapa commonly pronounced whoppa operates as a part of ecu, located at the ecu campus of mount lawley, a suburb in perth, western australia the director of waapa is professor david shirley. Recognised as one of the finest institutions for studying jazz in the southern hemisphere, the jazz course at waapa consistently produces. These free performances offer something for all music fans, from latin and funk to big band jazz and classical piano recitals. The original band was formed from secondary school students from the music specialist schools, young local musicians and some of the original students of the inaugural jazz studies course at the wa. The awardwinning defying gravity percussion ensemble fills the.
This is a comprehensive guide for how to get into waapa. Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. Monash university brazilian ensemble director al kerr, waapa jazz ensemble director jamie oehlers and victorian college of the arts ensemble max director rob vincs. Jazz ensemble i, led by lesley moffat, will close the show. How to get into waapa western australian academy of. American universitys jazz program is dedicated to providing an educational and enriching atmosphere through which the campus community can learn and foster an appreciation for jazz. In doing so, the dale boaden trio has developed a reputation as one of the most exciting up and coming groups of the year. Jazz big band is a common extracurricular musical activity in western australian secondary schools. Our mission is to invite a selection of crossover musiciansbands and established jazz artists to perform and showcase australian jazz talent. Only two issues to keep in mind, from my point of view as a teacher. The diversity of performance groups and ensembles at waapa reflects the world of opportunity awaiting prospective students.
Fred radke joins the school of music faculty in fall 2011 as a parttime lecturer in the jazz studies program. As part of the city of perth winter arts season, the western australian academy of performing arts waapa presents a series of lunchtime concerts in that state library theatre. Jazz at the western australian academy of performing arts waapa. Among the musicians are various jazz and contemporary ensembles, putting on free performances throughout the year at venues on the mount lawley campus. Welcome to the western australian academy of performing arts at ecu. I have always had a strong passion for music, especially singing.
Western australian academy of performing arts waapa edith cowan university, 2 bradford street, mount lawley, western australia 6050 rated 4. The original band was formed from secondary school students from the music specialist schools, young local musicians and some of the original students of the inaugural jazz studies course at the wa academy of performing arts waapa. So you want to get into the western australian academy of performing arts fantastic. I started private singing lessons at the age of 14 and have had the opportunity to perform with the south west opera company as a soloist and. Heres a helpful book for a stepbystep approach for kids to learn about jazz, and learn to play it. Sharny writes with a true jazz flavor which is totally accessible, and several of her compositions are in the official australian jazz real book. Dec 10, 2016 three days of workshops run by waapas high profile lecturers will teach students how to arrange songs, play improvised solos and learn the ins and outs of small jazz ensemble playing, culminating in a concert on the final day. Waapa commonly pronounced whoppa operates as a part of ecu, located at the ecu campus of mount lawley, a suburb in perth, western australia. Aug 10, 2018 three days of workshops run by waapas high profile lecturers will teach students how to arrange songs, play improvised solos and learn the ins and outs of small jazz ensemble playing, culminating in a concert on the final day. International jazz day is celebrated on april 30 with special jazz events around the world, including our allstar concert with unesco goodwill ambassador herbie hancock, marcus miller, esperanza spalding, dee dee bridgewater, dianne reeves and hundreds of more world renowned artists, in partnership with unesco and the herbie hancock institute of jazz.
Groups perform with guest artists, record, and tour and regularly receive invitations to perform at prestigious events, including iaje conferences. Such a great performance by waapas incredibly talented jazz vocalists. See more ideas about recital, poster and jazz poster. Western australian academy of performing arts waapa home. Jazz ensembles school of music washington state university. The results achieved by vue, amber technology and sinclair communications have impressed the personnel at waapa. Jazz at the western australian academy of performing arts. The western australian academy of performing arts at edith cowan university has held a reputation as australias premiere performing arts academy for over 30 years, producing stars such as hugh jackman and tim minchin. Groups perform with guest artists, record, and tour and regularly receive invitations to perform at. Students from waapa s music theatre, classical, jazz and percussion programs will perform separate concerts over four weeks. Jazz ensembles american university, washington, dc. Essential elements for jazz ensemble book 2 bb trumpet 0888680651985. Students in jazz workshop participate in performances held over two consecutive nights each quarter in brechemin auditorium.
In honour of jam, this guide has 10 tips for where to find live jazz in perth. Jazz students and staff at the western australian academy of performing arts waapa were honoured to collaborate with australian songstress megan washington in. Jazz workshop musen 345 an ensemble approach to the teaching of jazz improvisation and ear training, designed to develop skills and knowledge of playing in a jazz combo. The jazz combo is a smaller ensemble for students and faculty who wish to study and perform jazz music in a more intimate setting. I was almost tempted to expand this category to include concerts. Waapas jazz students will play selections of charles mingus works, tinged with the blues, hard bop, gospel, free jazz and classical music, in an uplifting tribute concert to. Waapa jazz students study with our internationally renowned staff to gain a deep understanding of ensemble playing both large and small, improvisation, composition, theory, music business skills and more. Buy essential elements for jazz ensemble book 1 by at. A full listing of performances and events by the western australian academy of performing arts, jazz students.
Western australian academy of performing arts waapa, mount lawley, wa. I just recently completed a certificate iv in musical theatre at waapa. If you missed this show you can catch the waapa jazz vocal ensemble at the perth international jazz festival on. Students from waapas music theatre, classical, jazz and percussion programs will perform separate concerts over four weeks. Following on from completing his bachelor of music degree in jazz performance in 2014, ryan has undergone studying a bachelor of music honours degree this year. I decided against it but i would like to acknowledge the two shows that prompted the thought. Waapa s jazz vocal ensemble, phat funk band, will also be there to put on a performance. A full listing of performances and events by the western australian academy of performing arts, music students.
Jazz ensembles ensembles and individuals have received significant recognition including student music awards from down beat magazine and top awards at major festivals. Beginner to advanced, instrumentalist or singer, theres a place for you in our ensembles, workshops and summer camps. A recent graduate of the highly acclaimed performance institution waapa at ecu, dale has roared onto the jazz scene as a highly accomplished jazz soloist, ensemble guitarist and composer. The combo performs jazz standards as well as original compositions. Through performances, classes, symposia, student ensembles and clubs, students are able to engage in the historical. Waapas jazz vocal ensemble, phat funk band, will also be there to put on a performance. Learn about waapas jazz course, the visiting artists program, ensembles and life at the western australian academy of performing arts waapa, plus see one of. Caroline has worked extensively in professional theatre for over thirty years. Western australian academy of performing arts waapa.
Wa has a happening jazz and blues scene with dedicated jazz venues across the city and groovy festivals held throughout the year. Michael pigneguy is an accomplished drummer, composer, bandleader, arranger and producer. Essential elements jazz essential elements for jazz ensemble is a comprehensive method for jazz style and improvisation written by renowned jazz musician and educator mike steinel from the university of north texas. Monash university australian jazz ensemble featuring director waapa jazz ensemble special events second line street party date saturday 3 june dance class with swing patrol at southbank from 11. Waapa jazz students study with our internationally renowned staff to gain a deep understanding of ensemble playing both large and small, improvisation, composition, theory, music business skills. Western australian academy of performing arts wikipedia. Three days of workshops run by waapas high profile lecturers will teach students how to arrange songs, play improvised solos and learn the ins and outs of small jazz ensemble playing, culminating in a concert on the final day. The ensemble is open by audition to both music majors and nonmusic. May 09, 2017 jazz students and staff at the western australian academy of performing arts waapa were honoured to collaborate with australian songstress megan washington in april 2017. They will be followed by jazz ensemble iii, led by patrick west and jazz ensemble ii, led by kevin hall. The western australian academy of performing arts waapa at edith cowan university ecu was established in 1980 to provide performing arts tuition. The band is responsible for introducing the latest in big band material, while maintaining the roots of the regions healthy jazz tradition. Three days of workshops run by waapas high profile lecturers will teach students how to arrange songs, play improvised solos and learn the ins and outs of small jazz ensemble playing, culminating in a. As a 17piece big band, the jazz ensemble showcases the improvisational ensemble talents of uwsuperior students.
Heres everything you need to start a beginning jazz ensemble. W31tp3 standard of excellence jazz ensemble method book cd 3rd trumpet 9780849757471. Get your fix of jazz and blues at one of the speakeasystyle cellars or hidden vintage lounges in perth and fre. Waapa is one of the best drama schools in australia, and one of the best drama schools in the world. Monash university big band director jordan murray, monash university brazilian ensemble director al kerr, waapa jazz ensemble director jamie oehlers and victorian college. The west australian youth jazz orchestra was founded in 1983.
Fred radke school of music university of washington. Wayjo 2018 season brochure by wa youth jazz orchestra issuu. Jazzwa the jazz coordination association of wa inc. If a show is not sold out, then patrons are welcome to stay for the following recital without purchasing another bar ticket, however the tables will always turn over after each recital unless you have purchased a ticket for the entire night, then you. Megan washington and waapas jazz students waapa visiting. The perth jazz scene is lucky to have some incredibly talented young performers studying and teaching at the wa academy of performing arts waapa. There is a focus on improvisation while also exploring swing, bebop, hard bop, jazz fusion, funk, blues. The pacific jazz institute at dimitrious jazz alley presents the jackson high school jazz ensembles. I feel the same as i did when the jazz students used to come and watch our commercial music ensemble performances. This article is mainly aimed at those looking to audition for the acting course at waapa. If you missed this show you can catch the waapa jazz vocal ensemble at the perth international jazz festival on sat 9th nov from 121pm.
A wellknown bigband conductor and authority on bigband history, radke directs the university of washingtons big band, the uw studio jazz ensemble. Waapa jazz students study with our internationally renowned staff to gain a deep understanding of ensemble playing both large and small, improvisation. A full listing of performances and events by the western australian academy of performing arts. Book now for concerts, opera, theatre and special events. There are a number of ways to book a waapa performance. Australias best and brightest emerging jazz musicians. Jazz and contemporary students from the western australian academy of performing arts waapa will be at ron stone park on the 24th of march 2018 from 7pm to 9pm to put on a free concert showcasing a collection of old and new funk, soul, pop and jazz tunes. Past work includes 20s and all that jazz, the cherry orchard, a midsummer nights dream, fen, safety in numbers hole in the wall theatre company godspell, chicago, jack the ripper show, on our selection, a chorus of disapproval, company and charity barnum in barnum national theatre co. Nov 21, 2011 in doing so, the dale boaden trio has developed a reputation as one of the most exciting up and coming groups of the year. Those are megan washingtons excellent concert at the geoff gibbs theatre with the waapa jazz students. Ryan daunt waapa jazz recital tuesday 10 october 6. The western australian academy of performing arts waapa is honoured to be representing the unique sounds of three of the giants of jazz music with mingus, monk and. The festival takes place in concert halls, arts venues, jazz clubs and throughout the streets of melbourne.
A comprehensive method for jazz style and improvisation. There are some other options interstate definitely worth exploring, such as waapa in perth, vca in melbourne, and the james morrison academy in mt gambier. Top 10 tips for jazz appreciation month destination perth. Stylistic variety is the hallmark of this group, which includes modern jazz, latin jazz, romantic ballads and classic bigband standards. A professional group will perform each day and give advice in a masterclass on all things. Apra award winning, abc jazz artist, sharny russells vocal, pianistic and writing talents are recognized throughout the australian music community. Essential elements for jazz ensemble book 1 mike steinel. Western australian academy of performing arts scoop. In perth, live jazz gigs are playing all year round. Twelve outstanding arrangements for the young jazz ensemble written by experienced educational arrangers and composers. Each year students collaborate with staff and critically acclaimed guest artists to perform over 300 public performances in perth and regional wa, interstate and overseas. Ask about our easy scholarships and loaner instruments. W31tp3 standard of excellence jazz ensemble method bookcd. Jackson high school jazz ensembles dimitrious jazz.
Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Waapa s jazz students will play selections of charles mingus works, tinged with the blues, hard bop, gospel, free jazz and classical music, in an uplifting tribute concert to this american jazz legend and his musical muses. Here are some things you need to know about the sydney conservatorium jazz course before you start making plans to audition. Waapa is proud to welcome back this exciting showcase of the rising talent of the western australian jazz world. The western australian academy of performing arts waapa is honoured to be representing the unique sounds of three of the giants of jazz music with mingus, monk and miles performing at the geoff gibbs theatre. Waapa young artists ensemble an exciting collaboration between waapa and wayjo comes to fruition in a special concert featuring some of the finest young players in wa. The jazz roots festival is an independent and new inclusion to melbournes wonderful and vibrant music culture. The head of jazz at waapa, jamie oehlers, has been working with 6 fantastic young musicians from wayjo over the past 6 weeks, developing improvisation skills, learning new.
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