>Festival Tickets Now on Sale, plus! Brubeck, the Band Box & Palo Alto

>Remembering Hank Jones, by SJW's Jim Nadel

> Jazz Camp, Jazz Residency & Evening Summer Registration Continues

> Jazz Camp Scholarships - We Need Your Help!

> My Experience as a Stanford Blood Center Donor, by Ralph Deadwyler, SJW Volunteer & Supporter

> New SJW Jazz Class at Palo Alto JCC with Mike Greensill

> Stanford Jazz Festival Hotel Partners

> SJW Faculty Jaz Sawyer & Horace-scope's New CD

>UPCOMING: Palo Alto Jazz Alliance Concert May 23; Afro-Latin Jazz Concert with John Santos May 24; Stanford Combo Performance May 25; Stanford Lively Arts Announces 2010/2011 Season

Remembering Hank Jones (July 31, 1918 – May 16, 2010)
by SJW's Artistic & Executive Director Jim Nadel
(photo: Hank Jones, 2002 Stanford Jazz Festival; photo credit: Mars Breslow)

We all miss Hank Jones. You'd have to say that he enjoyed a really good long run. He outlived his younger brothers Elvin and Thad, and was actively playing into his 90’s. An understated gentleman, he was always respected and appreciated by musicians and listeners.

I always found his piano playing to be wonderfully lyrical and brilliantly inventive. He was a great interpreter of the standards and a total pro. As saxophonist Sylvan (Schmoe) Elhay says about hearing Hank Jones for the first time, “the lightest touch playing wonderfully lyrical lines that wove through the changes. I could just sit back and let the music flow over me like honey. Great standards with beautiful changes that had subtle differences from what you're used to hearing but made so much sense after he played them.” (Read complete article here.)

Workshop Program & Evening Summer Registration Continues!

We are still accepting applications for all instruments for all three weeks of Workshop Programs - Jazz Camp Weeks 1 and 2 and Jazz Residency. However, spaces are filling up fast, so if you'd like to study and play with the best in jazz this summer, now is the time to register. it's our outstanding faculty who make the SJW experience unique, and this year is no different - visit our faculty page for a current list. (Pictured left: SJW Bass Faculty Reuben Rogers.)

Stanford Jazz Workshop program dates are as follows:
Jazz Camp Week 1: July 18-23, 2010
Jazz Camp Week 2: July 25-30, 2010
Jazz Residency: August 1-6, 2010

You can register online or by mailing in the enrollment form available on our site.

You may also wish to consider attending our Evening Summer Program, offering musicians ages 12 - adult a chance to develop their skills in a five-week series of classes held on Monday & Wednesday evenings on the Stanford campus. Taught by SJW ongoing faculty Frank Sumares and Wayne Wallace, classes are offered in jazz piano (beginning and intermediate), beginning jazz skills, beginning theory and Jazz Camp Warm Up (specifically for those who will attend SJW's Jazz Camp & Residency programs later in the summer). Course descriptions, application forms and other information may be found on the evening summer page of the website.

Questions about any of our education programs and you're not finding the answer on our website? Contact our Registrar Janel Thysen via email or by calling 650.736.0324 x303 - she will be pleased to assist you.

We Need Your Help Now To Award More Jazz Camp Scholarships!

At the start of 2010, SJW planned to award $80,000 in partial and full scholarships to young musicians with financial need. Each year, approximately 17% of the Workshop student body is comprised of scholarship students, who come from all over the country to join our jazz community.

In light of the current economic climate and the high number of exceptional applicants, we have decided to award an additional $10,000 in scholarship support for the 2010 Workshop. As a result, we need to raise an additional $10,000 to offset the impact of these awards on our bottom line.

We’re asking you to help us make up that difference.

If you believe in the power of the SJW jazz education experience, please make a generous gift to our Youth Scholarship Fund. You can make a gift online or mail your contribution to Stanford Jazz Workshop, P.O. Box 20454, Stanford CA 94309.

To those who have already made a contribution to our scholarship program: thank you. It is critical we make our jazz community accessible to all, especially at a time when families need the support most.

(Pictured: Shaquille Tisdell, Workshop alum, who is currently attending Oberlin. Photo credit, Scott Chernis.)

"My Experience As A Stanford Blood Center Donor"

Did you know that we've been partnering with our friends at Stanford Blood Center (SBC) since 2006? With summer vacations on the horizon, it can be a challenge for the Blood Center to find enough blood donors to meet the demand of local hospitals during this time, so we encourage the SJW community to consider donating if you are able! We asked SJW Volunteer and Supporter Ralph Deadwyler, who many of you will recognize, to tell us about what it's meant to him to be involved with SJW and SBC. Here's Ralph's story in his own words:

I’ve been donating blood regularly at the Stanford Blood Center since 2006, when a co-worker’s son asked potential donors to be a part of his Eagle Scout community project blood drive. He arranged for donations to made at the Stanford Blood Center’s Mountain View location.  The registration was easy and the donation process quick and painless. Everyone was attentive and concerned about my comfort and well-being during and afterward. I was impressed! When the process was completed, and since I was now in their system, I was able to schedule my next donation before I left. A donation or two after that, while at the same Mountain View location, I noticed a flyer announcing the mutual sponsorship of the Stanford Blood Center and the Stanford Jazz Workshop/Festival of which I’m a donor, volunteer and concert attendee. This, in small way, reinforced maintaining regularly scheduled blood donations; in a big way, it feels good that I’m helping others.

I’ve learned through the months how the donations really do save lives, especially those of premature babies (I’m in the small minority of people whose blood donations are suitable for preemies). Because it’s easy (phone, over the web) to make appointments at any of their various locations, and, with the availability of weekend and evening hours, I’ve made over 25 donations. A side benefit of these donations is that I have access to my donation history through a private userID and password on their website, and I’m able to track and share blood pressure and cholesterol levels with my doctor.  

Donating blood with the Stanford Blood Center is a regular thing I do now. After each visit, I quickly schedule my next appointment. The staff is friendly and professional, and the process is efficient and respectful. I'm glad that I can do it, and I’m happy others do it too. There’s a good chance one day I’ll be a receiver as well as being a giver!

To find out about donating, visit the Stanford Blood Center website.

(Pictured: Ralph Deadwyler "on post" at the 2009 Stanford Jazz Festival. Photo credit: Scott Chernis.)

New Palo Alto JCC Jazz Class with pianist Mike Greensill

Three class meetings: Wednesday, June 23, June 30, and July 7, 7–9 PM, plus concert July 14

“You Call That Jazz?” with Mike Greensill
With an incredible diversity of contemporary sounds and more than a century of history, it can be daunting for a newcomer to enter the world of jazz. Mike Greensill, a longtime Stanford Jazz educator, whose piano artistry ranks “among San Francisco’s many musical blessings,” (SF Chronicle) will help newcomers and veterans alike get their bearings amid the musical landscape with discussions of jazz styles throughout history, insightful analysis of great tunes, and plenty of musical examples. This course features three 60-minute classes, culminating in a 90-minute performance by some of the area’s greatest jazz musicians. Classes may be taken individually or as a series. For more information and to register, visit the Palo Alto JCC website.

Stanford Jazz Festival Hotel Partners

Students or family members who wish to stay near campus can take advantage of a special SJW rate from our Official Hotel Sponsors: the Stanford Park Hotel or the Rosewood Sand Hill.

Stanford Park Hotel: Please mention the Stanford Jazz Workshop rate when reserving your room. The SJW rate is $149 for Deluxe King and Queen guest rooms and $169 for Courtyard guest rooms for Fridays and Saturdays only. For guests staying Sunday through Thursday the rate is $245 per night. Rates are available through the run of the festival, June 25-August 7, 2010. Reservations: (650) 322–1234. 100 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025 http://www.stanfordparkhotel.com/specials.html

Rosewood Sand Hill: Please mention the Stanford Jazz Workshop rate when reserving your room. The rate is $250 per night, and this special offer is good through the run of the festival, June 25-August 7, 2010. Reservations: (650) 561–1515 2825 Sand Hill Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025 http://www.rosewoodsandhill.com/

information about other local hotels/motels may be found here.

SJW Faculty Jaz Sawyer & Horace-scope's new CD, "Live at Stanford Jazz Workshop"

Congratulations to SJW Faculty (& Workshop alumni) drummer Jaz Sawyer on the release of his new recording with Horace-scope, "Live @ Stanford Jazz Workshop," next Tuesday. Some of you will have seen Horace-scope's concert at the 2009 Stanford Jazz Festival last year - where this CD was recorded - or perhaps have studied with Jaz. Jaz has got it going on, so we want to recognize him for his success! Visit his MySpace page for more info and to get a copy of the disc!

UPCOMING...Palo Alto Jazz Alliance Concert May 23; Afro-Latin Jazz Concert with John Santos May 24; Stanford Combo Performance May 25; Stanford Lively Arts Announces 2010/2011 Season

PAJA'S SPRING CONCERT May 23: REMEMBERING THE GERRY MULLIGAN QUARTET
Sunday Afternoon, May 23, 2:00 PM
Canada College Main Theatre Redwood City, CA
Presented by the Palo Alto Jazz Alliance and the Palo Alto Adult School

What jazz fan can forget the Gerry Mulligan Quartet which burst on the scene in the early 50’s, featuring the mellow baritone sax of Gerry Mulligan and the economical trumpet lines of Chet Baker? It was one of the most popular jazz groups of the day, with it’s supercool renditions of “Moonlight in Vermont,” “My Funny Valentine,” and “The Lady is a Tramp”, in its unusual pianoless format. Musicians: Gary Smulyan, baritone; Ron Stout, trumpet; Michael Zisman, bass and Akira Tana, drums. Tickets and Information, Palo Alto Jazz Alliance website.

Upcoming Stanford Afro-Latin Jazz Concert with John Santos May 24
Join four-time Grammy-nominated percussionist John Santos for a special concert entitled "Latin Jazz: Music of the Americas" along with the Stanford Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble. The program will include several compositions by Mr. Santos that draw from a diverse range of styles spanning multiple eras of Latin America, Jazz, and even African musical genres. He is known for his innovative use of traditional forms and instruments in combination with contemporary music. Also included are several pieces by master Latin Jazz Flautist Andrea Brachfeld, who mentored the band in early April. The concert is Monday May 24 at the Stanford Campbell Recital Hall -- free to Stanford students. For more information, go to our website at http://latinjazz.stanford.edu. (Note: if you miss this date you can see John Santos and his Sextet at the 2010 Stanford Jazz Festival for two performances.)

Stanford UNIVERSITY Jazz Combo Performances May 25
May 25, 2010 8pm Campbell Recital Hall Free Admission

Students in the jazz combo program perform standards, blues and original material in this annual spring concert presented by the Stanford University Department of Music. The program was prepared under the supervision of Jim Nadel. Special thanks to coaches Perry Thoorsell and Patrick Wolff. Visit the Stanford Music Department calendar for information.

Stanford Lively ARts: ANNOUNCING 2010-11 SEASON: MEMORY FORWARD

Running October 7 through May 14, Lively Arts' 41st season will feature more than 30 music, theater, dance, spoken word, and other multi-media events. The 2010-11 season will open with a program called Awakening—featuring the Kronos Quartet and Cantabile Youth Singers—and culminate with The Gurs Zyklus—a world premiere commission from the Seattle-based artist and MacArthur "Genius Award" recipient Trimpin.

Other highlights include West Coast premieres by composers Louis Andriessen and Osvaldo Golijov, the Bay Area premiere of Steven Mackey and Rinde Eckert's SLIDE; recitals by pianist Emanuel Ax, the violinist Midori with pianist Robert McDonald, and resident artists from the San Francisco Opera's Adler Fellowship Program; as well as performances by the Butoh dance company Sankai Juku, and 2010 Guggenheim Fellowship recipient Rennie Harris's Puremovement hip hop company. Visit the Lively Arts site for more information about these events!

Thanks To Our Sponsors
Whether through cash sponsorships or in-kind donations, the support of our corporate sponsors helps to make the Stanford Jazz Festival and Workshop possible. SJW gratefully acknowledges the following sponsors for their generosity: See’s Candies, Presenting Sponsor of the 2009 Stanford Jazz Festival; KCSM FM 91.1, Official Radio Sponsor; Palo Alto Weekly, Official Print Media Sponsor, Rosewood Sand Hill Hotel; Stanford Park Hotel; Vin, Vino, Wine; Department of Music at Stanford University; Western Jazz Presenters Network; CoHo; JazzWest.com; Grooveyard Jazz; Avid; Gallien Krueger; Gordon Biersch Brewing Company; Stanford Blood Center; Yamaha Drums.