Vincent York’s JAZZistry is an unforgettable experience for all audiences, from age eight to 108. History is vividly brought to life by music that is rooted in our collective American psyche. Great music is the hook and the memory trigger. This is a performance that everyone enjoys … and remembers.
COMPONENTS of a JAZZistry SCHOOL PROGRAM
TEACHER INSERVICE WORKSHOP
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JAZZistry models creative approaches to standard content areas through collaborative partnerships with teachers. More than a school assembly, JAZZistry engages teachers and school leaders through planning and coordination meetings to expand our connections to the curriculum. Prior to the band’s presentation, we meet with teachers to align JAZZistry’s content with their instructional objectives. JAZZistry helps schools meet state and national curriculum standards.
ARTIST VISITS in Classrooms
Prior to the Band performance, York co-teaches classroom groups to introduce JAZZistry to students. The 3-6 sessions reach beyond history and music classrooms– and bridging into science, math, world languages and art classes. It creates a partnership between JAZZistry and the school. Many teachers and students report that JAZZistry is their first exposure to integrated curriculum and rich multicultural content. Teachers also see how teaching through the Arts excites learning.
