When I showed up to class we had a violinists and a new
pianist. The pianist Bob told us he has delivered 2,000 babies and is retired
and just wants to play jazz piano. He fit into the group very well. The
violinist is a professional musician who wants to learn about improvising over
changes. Everyone commented on her beautiful tone. Even though she wasn't used
to following form of a blues or AABA she contributed some great lines. The timbre of the group
changed by having a string instrument in it. Also, we were excited to have Marc
Mommaas stop in and play "In a Sentimental Mood with myself on bass and
Ted on guitar. Marc brought his creativity and played an example of beautiful
melodies you can play over the changes. We discussed Duke Ellingtoin a bit and then
went on to learn a new tune by Elligton called"Angelica." The class
did a great job o sight reading this and playing solos. I look forward to the
next class as always.
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