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4 semesters: Indiana University School of Music, Bloomington, Indiana
Best Live Group (Miles Davis Tribute): San Francisco Bammie Awards 2000
Jack has played professionally since 1975.
(Soprano, alto, tenor, baritone saxophones + flute).
Influences include: Dexter Gordon, Miles Davis, & Sonny Rollins.
Various styles:
Big Band Jazz, R & B/Gospel, Salsa, pop rock, ska & circus pit band.
Also extensive session work in Los Angeles; soundtrack and album projects.
Emphasis on fundamentals and the basics.
Beginning Lessons in Reading and Writing Music, as well as Sight-reading exercises and instruction on Jazz Theory for the more advanced students.
Once a foundation is established on the instrument, the priority is guiding the student toward finding her/his individual voice and expression.