Adrian Vedady talks Jazz Camp / Composers’ Symposium

Claude Thibault : What makes learning jazz at JazzWorks Jazz Camp / Composers’ Symposium so unique ?

It’s the access to the great faculty, which is made up of top-tier improvisers, composers and teachers. It’s the wonderful participants – who are community jazz musicians and talented youth – that come to JazzWorks. And…it’s the organization itself that is so committed to creating a viable educational and inspiring experience.

Claude Thibault : What’s the best thing that JazzWorks Composers’ Symposium & Jazz Camp can provide for somebody wanting to improve their jazz playing and skills ?

JazzWorks provides an intensive 3-day Composers’ Symposium where folks share their compositions, get feedback from the faculty, and perform their songs. During the Composers’ Symposium, there is also a Practice Retreat option for those who wish to focus on their own personal practice, while also receiving some feedback from the faculty. The main weekend Jazz Camp offers several options, including a Vocal Intensive, Jazz Combo Focus, and this year a new Rhythm Section Seminar. The 3-day vocal intensive allows singers to work with a world-class vocal coach and professional accompanist, while the jazz combo experience allows both instrumentalists and vocalists to play in groups with a combo coach. Both options allow participants to work on performance skills such as improvisation, form and style. On top of all this are masterclasses and workshops each day, as well as a faculty concert and two participant concerts. It’s jam packed!

Claude Thibault : Tells us a bit about the Faculty…

The faculty is made up of some of the best Canadian and international musicians. These are incredibly creative, world-renowned artists who have won awards and who tour internationally. More importantly, they are all great people who are generous, community-oriented and committed to education.

Want to know more about the Faculty ?  Amy London, Derrick Gardner, Nat Reeves & Jae Sinnett @ Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium (Aug. 22-28 2022)

Claude Thibault : What do you get out of the JazzWorks experience as Musical Director ?

Adrian Vedady : My job is to organize the combos, curate the workshops and masterclasses and perform in the faculty concert. It’s a wonderful job that brings me a lot of joy. The faculty members are all such great musicians – it’s so fulfilling to work with them. The participants are so enthusiastic and passionate about music that it hardly feels like work. It’s very rewarding.

Claude Thibault : Adrian, is it open to all whatever your experience and skills ?

Adrian Vedady : Yes, all levels. Beginner, intermediate and advanced.

Claude Thibault : What’s the ambiance like ?

Adrian Vedady : The CAMMAC Music Centre is absolutely gorgeous. The lake is marvelous, the facilities are incredible and the people are the best. If you are interested in learning more about jazz and honing your performance and/or composing skills, I would definitely recommend trying out our camp this summer!

Claude Thibault – Editor

Claude created the very first version of sortiesjazznights.com January 1st 2003 after a really amazing edition of the Montreal Jazz Fest in 2002 and a post-event blues. 20 years and a few versions later the adventure and mission of highlighting the local jazz scene is still going strong.

We look forward to seeing you this summer at JazzWorks’ 27th Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium!

Jazz Camp : August 25-28 2022
Composers’ Symposium : August 22-25 2022
CAMMAC Music Centre – 85 Cammac Rd.
Harrington, QC

Registration :

Packages start at $785.00 CAD ($610.99 USD) including room and board
To register and for more information : jazzworkscanada.com / 613-220-3819 / jazz@jazzworkscanada.com

Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium @ Lake MacDonald (Aug. 22-28 2022)

Amy London, Derrick Gardner, Nat Reeves & Jae Sinnett @ Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium (Aug. 22-28 2022)

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Registration : Packages start at $785.00 CAD ($610.99 USD) including room and board
To register and for more information : jazzworkscanada.com / 613-220-3819 / jazz@jazzworkscanada.com

Get to Know Your Camp Faculty!

Amy London – voice

Amy London is known and loved in New York City jazz and Broadway circles for her effortless sound, impeccable musicianship and depth of emotion. Her three critically acclaimed Motema albums as a leader, The Royal Bopsters Project, Let’s Fly and When I Look In Your Eyes have led her to engagements in Greece, Russia, Italy, Turkey, France, Brazil, England, Belgium, Czech Republic, Canada, and across the US. Want to know more ?

Derrick Gardner – trumpet

​Jazz trumpeter Derrick Gardner, inspired by the finest hard-blowing funky bop bands of the 1960s, is working to extend that great tradition as a composer, arranger, performer, leader and educator. With extraordinary, creative natural talent, Derrick Gardner quickly made his mark upon arriving on the New York jazz scene in 1991. There he began a top-flight career that has taken him around the world performing internationally with the Count Basie Orchestra, (1991-present), Frank Foster’s Loud Minority Band, Harry Connick Jr.’s Big Band, The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra and Swiss tenor player Roman Schwaller’s European Sextet. Want to know more ?

Nat Reeves – bass

During the past 36 years, Nat Reeves has been one of the top bassists in jazz. His supportive and stimulating playing has uplifted a countless number of sessions and recording dates (most notably with the great altoists Jackie McLean and Kenny Garrett) and he has led his own State of Emergency. Both as a performer and an educator, he has made a strong impact on the jazz world. Want to know more ?

Jae Sinnett – drums

A native of Donora, PA, Jae Sinnett came to Virginia in the mid-‘70s and after completing his military service, he began his music career by attending Norfolk State University as a Music Education major. He evolved into a consummate drummer, composer and bandleader who has produced fifteen albums. He has also created instructional videos, scores music for five documentaries and written over 250 original compositions. Jae hosts the popular radio show Sinnett in Session as well as The R&B Chronicles. Want to know more ?

Adrian Vedady – Musical Director – bass

Montreal bassist Adrian Vedady is the Musical Director of the Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium and has performed, recorded and toured with some of best musicians such Wray Downes, Al McLean, Andre White, Joel Miller, Mike Rud, Yannick Rieu, Francois Bourassa, Joe Sullivan, Steve Amirault, Jim Doxas, Chet Doxas, Jeff Johnston and Christine Jensen and so many more. Want to know more ?

Sienna Dahlen – voice

Quebec-based vocalist and songwriter, Sienna Dahlen has released 6 albums of original music as a leader over the past 15 years. Her collaboration with guitarist, Mike Rud (Notes on Montreal – Vocal Jazz Album of the Year in 2014) is just one of the many exciting projects to which she has contributed. Want to know more ?

Roddy Ellias – guitar

For over four decades, Ottawa guitarist Roddy Ellias has been one of Canada’s most respected musicians and composers. He began his musical adventure improvising on his grandmother’s piano but soon switched to his instrument of choice, the guitar. With a life long study of jazz and classical music and a masters degree in classical composition, Ellias has devoted his musical life to combining elements, aesthetics and techniques of classical music with those of jazz. Want to know more ?

Lorne Lofsky – guitar

Lorne Lofsky is an internationally recognized jazz guitarist. Born and raised in Toronto, he has been playing professionally for the last 42 years. He has played/toured or recorded with a who’s who of the jazz world, including Oscar Peterson, Ed Bickert, Rob McConnell, Chet Baker, Joey DeFrancesco, Pepper Adams, Ray Brown, Neils Henning Orsted Pederson, Rosemary Clooney, Kirk MacDonald, Dave Holland, and many other respected members of the international jazz community. Want to know more ?

Kirk MacDonald – saxophone

​With an established reputation as one of Canada’s leading saxophonists, Kirk MacDonald cut his first record at the age of thirteen. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards, and has worked with many leading musicians in a variety of musical genres. He has performed on over fifty CDs as both leader and sideman, and has participated in numerous national broadcast recordings for CBC Radio. Want to know more ?

Nick Fraser – drums

Nick Fraser has been an active and engaging presence in the Toronto new jazz and improvised music community since he moved there from Ottawa in 1996. He has worked with a veritable who’s-who of Canadian jazz and improvised music. Nick’s recorded works as a leader include Owls in Daylight (1997) and Nick Fraser and Justin Haynes Are Faking It (2004). Want to know more ?

Kate Wyatt – piano

Montreal pianist Kate Wyatt is one of the top tier jazz musicians in the Montreal area. A veteran of many festivals and jazz clubs nationally and internationally, Kate has been invited to perform with many recognized and respected musicians, including Kenny Wheeler, Yanick Rieu, Christine Jensen, Joe Sullivan, Dave Turner, Barry Elms and Don Thompson. Want to know more ?

Brian Dickinson – piano

Brian Dickinson has been a mainstay on the Canadian jazz scene for over thirty-five years. His skills as a jazz pianist, composer and arranger have been heard on well over sixty recordings including over ten of his own releases as leader. As a sideman, Brian has performed and recorded with many of the greatest international players including: Jerry Bergonzi, Randy Brecker, Kenny Wheeler, John Abercrombie, Pat LaBarbera, Kirk MacDonald and many more. Want to know more ?

Chad Linsley – piano

Chad has performed with many of Montreal’s finest musicians including Grammy award winner Jennifer Gasoi, Juno award winners Lorraine Klaasen and the legendary Ranee Lee, Félix award winner Natalie Choquette, and flautist Carolyn Christie of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. He can also be heard on Mike Rud’s Notes On Montreal with vocalist Sienna Dahlen, winner of the 2014 Juno award for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year. Want to know more ?

Steve Boudreau – piano

Steve Boudreau is an Ottawa-based pianist who specializes in jazz and popular music. He currently teaches piano privately and as part of Carleton University’s Music Performance program. He also works frequently as a vocal accompanist in many genres. In 2010 he received a Master of Music degree in jazz performance from the New England Conservatory in Boston. Want to know more ?

Want to know more about the Faculty ? it’s all here

Jazz Camp – for singers and instrumentalists (August 25-28)

The JazzWorks 27th Annual Jazz Camp is a great way for singers and instrumentalists to polish their jazz theory and performing skills with innovative Canadian jazz artists and international guests, in a relaxed and supportive environment. With Montreal bassist Adrian Vedady as Music Director, it’s an intensive, adult-focused learning experience where jazz musicians of all levels can immerse themselves in improvisation, jazz history, composition and arranging, combo rehearsals and master classes, topped off with nightly high-energy jam sessions and exciting concerts featuring Camp participants alongside JazzWorks’ faculty of world-class jazz
pros.

Composers’ Symposium (August 22-25)

An additional three-day session is available for aspiring and experienced composer-arrangers looking to hone their craft. This stand-alone composition workshop is a great lead-in to the Jazz Camp, providing valuable insights and new approaches to composing and arranging for those who are writing original tunes and arrangements. Sessions include individual mentorship and group coaching, plus dedicated solo studio time to work on new creations. This special, small group event includes the option to use the additional 2 or 3 days for solo practice time and impromptu jamming with other Campers.

It’s the highlight of my whole year! Time to focus on music I love with people who love it as much as I do. The thrill hasn’t worn off in 10 years.” Leslie Toope, vocalist

We look forward to seeing you this summer at JazzWorks’ 27th Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium!

Jazz Camp : August 25-28 2022
Composers’ Symposium : August 22-25 2022
CAMMAC Music Centre – 85 Cammac Rd.
Harrington, QC

Registration :

Packages start at $785.00 CAD ($610.99 USD) including room and board
To register and for more information : jazzworkscanada.com / 613-220-3819 / jazz@jazzworkscanada.com

Camp Jazz et Symposium des compositeurs @ Lac MacDonald (22-28 août 2022)

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Jazz Camp – for singers and instrumentalists (August 25-28)

The JazzWorks 27th Annual Jazz Camp is a great way for singers and instrumentalists to polish their jazz theory and performing skills with innovative Canadian jazz artists and international guests, in a relaxed and supportive environment. With Montreal bassist Adrian Vedady as Music Director, it’s an intensive, adult-focused learning experience where jazz musicians of all levels can immerse themselves in improvisation, jazz history, composition and arranging, combo rehearsals and master classes, topped off with nightly high-energy jam sessions and exciting concerts featuring Camp participants alongside JazzWorks’ faculty of world-class jazz
pros.

Registration :

Packages start at $785.00 CAD ($610.99 USD) including room and board
To register and for more information : jazzworkscanada.com / 613-220-3819 / jazz@jazzworkscanada.com

A world-class Faculty at @ Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium

Adrian Vedady – bass / Jazz Camp Director (Mtl)
Sienna Dahlen – voice (Mtl)
Amy London – voice (NY)
Roddy Ellias – guitar (Ottawa)
Lorne Lofsky – guitar (Toronto)
Derrick Gardner – trumpet (Winnipeg/Chicago)
Kirk MacDonald – saxophone (Toronto)
Kate Wyatt – piano (Mtl)
Brian Dickinson – piano (Toronto)
Chad Linsley – piano / vocal accompanist (Mtl)
Steve Boudreau – piano / vocal accompanist (Ottawa)
Nat Reeves – bass (Hartford)
Nick Fraser – drums (Toronto)
Jae Sinnett – drums (Virginia)

For more info on the Faculty

Composers’ Symposium (August 22-25)

An additional three-day session is available for aspiring and experienced composer-arrangers looking to hone their craft. This stand-alone composition workshop is a great lead-in to the Jazz Camp, providing valuable insights and new approaches to composing and arranging for those who are writing original tunes and arrangements. Sessions include individual mentorship and group coaching, plus dedicated solo studio time to work on new creations. This special, small group event includes the option to use the additional 2 or 3 days for solo practice time and impromptu jamming with other Campers.

It’s the highlight of my whole year! Time to focus on music I love with people who love it as much as I do. The thrill hasn’t worn off in 10 years.” Leslie Toope, vocalist

We look forward to seeing you this summer at JazzWorks’ 27th Jazz Camp & Composers’ Symposium!

Jazz Camp : August 25-28 2022
Composers’ Symposium : August 22-25 2022
CAMMAC Music Centre – 85 Cammac Rd.
Harrington, QC

Registration :

Packages start at $785.00 CAD ($610.99 USD) including room and board
To register and for more information : jazzworkscanada.com / 613-220-3819 / jazz@jazzworkscanada.com

Camp Jazz et Symposium des compositeurs @ Lac MacDonald (22-28 août 2022)

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