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THE VILLAGES JAZZ WORKSHOP
The Villages Jazz Workshop was founded as just that, a workshop, where people
can learn about playing various styles of jazz. It’s a definite learning experience
for all. Even if you’ve never played jazz or consider yourself a novice –
all are welcome!
it’s a place for people who aren’t necessarily steeped in jazz playing and want
to learn more about it. Accordingly, the group is primarily a rehearsal
band, though we also give a performance or two during the year.
Importantly, all are welcome. Except for the rhythm section, we do not
constrain the instrumentation to the standard eight brass and five woodwind player configuration, so our size varies somewhat from week to week. While we
do suggest a reasonable comfort level on your instrument and some degree
of sight-reading ability, we don’t care at all how much jazz experience you may
or may not have. Just come and join in the fun!
JAZZ WORKSHOP
Wednesday 8:30 to 10:30am, Laurel Manor Recreation Center
Margaret Banton 404-229-6273
margbanton@gmail.com
BANDS OF THE VILLAGES
Welcome to the website of the Bands of the Villages (BOTV). The BOTV is an
umbrella organization which includes a variety of concert bands, musical groups,
and instrumental ensembles.
• All of the directors and participating musicians are volunteers and reside in
the Villages.
• The musicians, both amateur and professional, enjoy playing music together,
rehearsing routinely, and performing throughout the year in a variety of
locations.
• Potential members are welcomed to contact the directors of the different
bands, groups, or ensembles for possible placement.
• The major purpose listed in the BOTV bylaws is to provide cultural benefits
and musical entertainment for the community through concerts, festivals,
parades, and other events.
• The business of the organization is managed by a Board comprising the
music directors and representatives from each of the approved concert
bands, groups, or ensembles.
The BOTV is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit corporation with a significant portion of performance proceeds given to charitable programs including those involved
with music education, senior health, and military families.
THE VILLAGES JAZZ WORKSHOP CALENDAR
Jazz Workshop Rehearsal Info
Wed 8:30 to 10:30am, Laurel Manor
Jazz Workshop Concerts 2025