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Jazz Band Participates in Improvisation Workshop
The Upper School Jazz Band recently had the opportunity to work with Blayne Salerni in a workshop on improvisation. Mr. Salerni, the band director at Smyrna Middle School, has led jazz improvisation workshops throughout Delaware for middle and high school students, as well as music educators
During the workshop, students—and even Mr. Verry—participated in exercises where everyone had a chance to solo in both swing and Latin styles. Mr. Salerni was impressed with our students' knowledge and confidence in soloing!
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Jazz Band Participates in Improvisation Workshop
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