Jazz bands
The Jazz part of the NOW experience is due to commence in September 2012. But please read on!
It is planned to have 2 levels of Jazz orchestra or Big Band; Training Jazz (Grade 6 – 8) and Pro Jazz (Grade 8 plus).
Jazz is very popular, however to play really well requires great discipline and a good deal of technical and theoretical knowledge.
At NOW we are very keen to encourage people to work through the system and reaching Training level or Grade 6 before Jazz is started; as you will require good rhythm, aural, pitching, theory and a good grasp of scales and general technique to learn to improvise well. To start Jazz too early, without this basic knowledge, can make improvising very difficult and slow down the progress of the groups.
You are therefore encouraged to join the NOW system today, and we would encourage you to work at your basic skills first at an affordable rate in our unique NOW System.
Whatever level you are you can join a NOW group...
Beginners
Grade 1 ½ - 4 Community Winds B Improvers
Grade 4 – 6 Community Winds A Intermediates
Grade 6 – 8 Training Winds
Grade 8 plus Advanced Winds
Diploma plus Wind Ensemble