Swing Shift Santa Fe

Swing Shift Santa Fe is a group of amateur musicians dedicated to keeping Big Band Era music alive.  Participants must have intermediate to advanced proficiency on their instrument and will require permission of the instructor to join.  Aside from being exposed to the work of the great Big Band directors, such as Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glen Miller, Benny Goodman, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, and others, students will become more proficient at sight reading, stylistic interpretation of music, ensemble building, improvisational skills, and stage presence. The course will be led by a rotating group of local music educators, and each course will culminate in a mandatory public performance. Class time includes set up and tear down time.  Must provide own instrument, music stand, and accessory equipment.