Free Jazz at BMS11:56AM / Friday, May 01, 2009
PITTSFIELD, Mass. - The public is invited to a free night of jazz during the final performance of Bill Chapman’s Jazz Ensemble Monday, May 4 at 5:30 p.m.. Students will show off their skills in music theory, ear training, solo improvisation, and ensemble playing. Performers include Jeff Carvalho, Kayla Corby, William Demick, Patrick Hennessey, Tyler Storie, and Ilya Yantovsky.The event takes place at the BMS Edgar B. Taft Recital Hall, 30 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield. Free parking is available.
BMS faculty member Bill Chapman is a jazz drummer who resides in the Berkshires, and plays throughout the Northeast. He performs regularly with his quartet, The Bill Chapman Group in the Berkshires, and also Straight Ahead Jazz in New York City. Bill has performed with The Empire Brass, The Bob Newhart Comedy Tour, The Nelson Riddle Orchestra, The Las Vegas Rat Pack Impersonators, and the Hartford Jazz Festival. Bill currently teaches instrumental music at North Adams Public School and studies with Billy Martin of “Medeski, Martin, Wood”.
Save the date for more jazz! Charlie Tokarz will jam with friends Dave Bartley, Dave Christopolis and Fran Curley at BMS Friday, June 5 from 5 – 7 pm. The event benefits the School, with tickets at $25 for adults and $15 for students. Food and drinks will be available. For reservations, call 413-442-1411. Seating is limited. |
