November 3, 2016 at 4:00 PM
ARTURO SANDOVAL
MASTERCLASS
ARTURO SANDOVAL
A protegé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, Sandoval was born in Artemisa, a small town outside Havana, Cuba, on November 6, 1949. Sandoval began studying classical trumpet at at the age of 12, and it didn’t take him long to catch the excitement of the jazz world. He has since evolved into one of the world’s most dynamic and acknowledged guardians of jazz trumpet and flugelhorn, a renowned classical artist, pianist and composer.
Sandoval has been awarded 10 Grammys, 6 Billboard Awards and an Emmy Award. In 2013, Arturo received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
One frequently speaks of Arturo Sandoval’s virtuoso technical ability or his specialty in high notes, those who have seen him on the piano, improvising on a ballad, or enjoyed his compositions from straight ahead jazz, Latin jazz or classical, recognize that Arturo is one of the most brilliant, multifaceted and renowned musicians of our time.
http://arturosandovalinstitute.org/
LOCATION
November 3, 2016 at 4:00 PM
Jazz Cellar at Le Chat Noir
2 South Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33130
MASTERCLASS DETAILS
Arturo tends to divide his classes into three different sections. In the first part he discusses the love for music in general. He touches on the enthusiasm, passion and discipline needed as a musicians and creative person. Not only this, but the dedication to music in general.
In the second part he concentrates more on the human part of the musician. He touches on relationships you build, being grateful for the opportunities you are given and goes into a bit of history on how he became a musician. He talks about the challenges he has faced in his career, and how he has overcome them. Furthermore, how to keep motivated and inspired and how to motivate others in the process.
Third, he moves into the more technical aspects of playing not only the trumpet, but brass instruments collectively. He discusses sound quality, breathing, mouth & facial positioning, endurance and intention. Along with improvisation and composition.
Lastly, if there are any questions, he is always open to conversation. Many times he talks about how to establish recording deals, relationships with managers and other industry professionals, amongst other things.
This free masterclass is part of the Wake up Miami! Fall Series
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