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SUMMARY:Free Jazz Improvisation Workshop for Teens featuring Kelvin Walters
DESCRIPTION:Young artists! Join Stax Music Academy this April for a free jazz improvisation masterclass for students\, featuring NYC-based saxophonist & Juilliard graduate Kelvin Walters. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\n\n\n\nStudent instrumentalists (6th–12th grade)\n\n\n\nBeginners curious about jazz improvisation\n\n\n\nIntermediate/advanced players looking to expand their musical vocabulary\n\n\n\n\nHeld at Stax Music Academy\, this interactive session will guide students through the core elements of jazz improvisation in a supportive and collaborative environment. \n\n\n\nThrough live demonstrations\, guided exercises\, and real-time feedback\, participants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nBuild strong melodic ideas\n\n\n\nNavigate chord changes with confidence\n\n\n\nImprove phrasing\, articulation\, and musical expression\n\n\n\nStrengthen listening and communication within an ensemble\n\n\n\nBegin developing their own unique improvisational voice\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to jazz or looking to refine your skills\, this masterclass offers practical tools you can immediately apply to your playing. \n\n\n\nMasterclass Highlights:\n\n\n\n\nFundamentals of Jazz Improvisation\n\n\n\nPhrasing & Articulation\n\n\n\nUnderstanding & Navigating Chord Changes\n\n\n\nBuilding Melodic Ideas\n\n\n\nDeveloping Your Improvisational Voice\n\n\n\nListening & Ensemble Interaction\n\n\n\nLive Demonstration + Practical Application\n\n\n\nQ&A with Kelvin Walters\n\n\n\n\nAdmission is FREE – CLICK HERE TO RSVP and secure your spot today. \n\n\n\nFeatured Artist: Kelvin Walters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMemphis native Kelvin Walters began playing saxophone at age 12 and is a proud alumnus of Stax Music Academy and Overton High School for the Creative and Performing Arts. \n\n\n\nHe continued his studies at the University of Tennessee\, Knoxville\, before earning acceptance into the prestigious Jazz Studies program at Juilliard School\, where he graduated in 2025. \n\n\n\nNow based in New York City\, Kelvin is an active performing artist who has shared the stage with acclaimed musicians and continues to mentor the next generation through education and community engagement.
URL:https://soulsvillefoundation.org/event/free-jazz-improvisation-workshop-for-teens-featuring-kelvin-walters/
LOCATION:Stax Music Academy\, 910 E McLemore Ave\, Memphis\, Tennessee\, 38106\, United States
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