Since his teens, Giacomo has been playing and singing jazz. He has recorded several CDs, performed in jazz festivals world wide and performed with well-known jazz artists, such as Lou Donaldson, Walter Bishop, Randy Brecker, and John Faddis. Giacomo is on the faculty of the Neighborhood Music School, The Hartford Conservatory and Wesleyan University.
Scatting Around (Grades 3-12)
Giacomo’s smooth and powerful baritone voice adds new dimension to the word vocal, as he sings in his own vocalese style. He scats, imitates the sounds of instruments and approaches his vocals as a member of the band, singing lyrics set to complex melodies originally played as instrumental solos. Students will experience an unforgettable exposure to jazz classics, big band and swing and will learn about creating jazz music from the inside out. Length: 45 minutes
Back to Back Workshops: $510
Four Workshops: $715
CCT FUNDING AVAILABLE
Giacamo Gates
Curriculum Links: Math, Music, Social Studies
WEBSITE: www.giacomogates.com
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