SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

SUNDAY, JUNE 25, 2023

11:00AM BRIANNA THOMAS VOCAL MASTERCLASS (IN PERSON & VIRTUAL) LOCATION: MAIN STAGE THEATER

Brianna will provide insight into best practices and her own specific approach to vocal performance that has led her to success. Watch participants hone a song of their own choosing in this interactive masterclass.

12:30PM PANEL: THE MUSICIAN’S PERSPECTIVE (IN PERSON & VIRTUAL) LOCATION:STUDIO THEATER

A panel of world-class musicians share their perspectives, experiences and insights on taking the bandstand alongside vocalists followed by a time of Q&A with the audience. Featuring Cameron Brown, Keith Ganz, Ken Avis, John Toomey and more!

3:00PM SHEILA’S SAGACITY: A CONVERSATION WITH SHEILA JORDAN (IN PERSON & VIRTUAL) LOCATION: MAIN STAGE THEATER

Sheila Jordan is an American jazz singer and songwriter. She is an early pioneer of vocalese with the vocal group Skeeter, Mitch, and Jean and has trademarked the bass and voice duo as her signature sound. She has studied, performed and recorded with the likes of Charlie Parker, Lennie Tristano, Charles Mingus, Steve Kuhn, Herbie Nichols, Harvey Schwartz, Lee Konitz, Cameron Brown and many, many more.

Today, she is 94 years old and continues to perform, teach and tell of her passion and love for jazz to all who will listen. Join us in The Z’s Main Stage Theater as Ms. Jordan recounts her decades long career sharing vibrant stories, personal anecdotes, and lessons learned.

5:00PM SHEILA JORDAN & CAMERON BROWN PERFORMANCE (IN PERSON & VIRTUAL)

LOCATION: MAIN STAGE THEATER