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THE JAZZ EXCHANGE ACADEMY PROGRAM

The Jazz Exchange Academy Program is designed for musicians of all levels who are passionate about improving their craft. Whether you're a seasoned player or an aspiring musician, this program offers the perfect environment to grow your skills. It's ideal for those with a desire to learn and collaborate, working alongside fellow jazz enthusiasts to perform in ensembles and connect with the local community. If you're ready to take your musicianship to the next level and be part of a vibrant, supportive group, this program is for you.

QUESTIONS?

Director
Candice Reyes

Student Services Staff:
Autumn Robinson

JAZZ ACADEMY DETAILS:

Year-Round Schedule: October 14, 2024 - June 1, 2025

2024-25 Open Enrollment: August 14th -October 11th

Days: Monday & Thursdays (6:00 PM & 7:30 PM)

Combo Classes Begin: Monday, October 14th

Big Band Classes Begin: Thursday, October 17th

Audition Deadline: Friday, October 4th

Location: Sanchez Studios 4671 Montana Ave, El Paso, TX 79903

Age Range: 11-18 yrs (1 year of band experience)

All Levels Welcome

Concerts + Performances

Winter Concert - February 9, 2025

End of Year Concert - June 1, 2025

Combos will be able to perform in more of our community and special events throughout the calendar year. Big Bands will be invited to special events throughout the year. More dates are coming soon!

Tuition Year-Round (October - June)
$850 -Combo Class (Full Year)
$850 - Big Band (Full Year)
$1600 - Combo + Big Band (Full Year)

Tuition Fall Semester (October - February)
$650 - Combo (Fall Semester)
$650 - Big Band (Fall Semester)
$1400 - Combo + Big Band (Fall Semester)

All options require:
$100 deposit for Combo or Big Band (to be applied to the registrant’s tuition upon placement)
$200 deposit for Combo + Big Band Classes (Bundle)
$50 Registration Fee (to be applied towards tuition fee)

*Nonrefundable and nontransferable deposit and Registration Fee.

The deposit will confirm students' participation. Students will attend the designated time of the class and details and a welcome packet will be sent via email and a hardcopy will be given on the first day of classes.

**AUDITIONS REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS FOR PLACEMENT - Deadline: October 4, 2024**

To maintain the high standards of our program and ensure proper placement, we require a 6-7 minute audition video from all new and returning students. Please submit your audition by October 4, 2024. Once the audition video is submitted, you will receive an email confirming your child’s placement and class assignment for the 2024-2025 year. Audition Guidelines + Info on the website.

https://www.thejazzexchange.org/academyprogram

Struggling to learn English? This class provides an opportunity to practice speaking English in a safe, judgement free environment. Join us!

UTEP Youth Programs and Camps has a variety of on-campus activities this spring to keep your kids engaged during the weekend. Young campers can develop their skills, learn and have fun in the many one-day camps we offer. Our weekend camps can help improve academic skills, develop confidence and more. Sign your child up for our Saturday One-Day camps: they’ll be guaranteed a fun and unique learning experience! Camps take place every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for ages 6-12. For more information, visit ppp.utep.edu/youthcourses or call 915-747-5142.
To register, visit https://pace.utep.edu/wconnect/quickpick.awp

Magoffin Community Yoga: Now available weekly!
Saturdays at 10 a.m.
Due to the high demand of the yoga class, Rebecca, and the Pat O'Rourke Recreation Center are graciously offering yoga classes every Saturday going forward.

Join Rebecca at the Pat O'Rourke Recreation Center at 901 N. Virginia St. in central El Paso for a weekly yoga class at their new, spacious studio. Call in advance to 915-533-5147 or email magoffin-home@thc.texas.gov to register.

Online classes for adults aged 50+ run from June 2 through July 11 in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Texas - El Paso. Register through May 30. Join OLLI with others who are interested in being active, engaged, creative, and connected through a variety of topics, such as art, current events, history, literature, music, fitness and more. Cost is $55 for all the courses desired. There is a $50 membership fee for newcomers. Visit utep.edu/olli to register. For information call 915-747-6280 and leave a message.

THE JAZZ EXCHANGE ACADEMY PROGRAM

The Jazz Exchange Academy Program is designed for musicians of all levels who are passionate about improving their craft. Whether you're a seasoned player or an aspiring musician, this program offers the perfect environment to grow your skills. It's ideal for those with a desire to learn and collaborate, working alongside fellow jazz enthusiasts to perform in ensembles and connect with the local community. If you're ready to take your musicianship to the next level and be part of a vibrant, supportive group, this program is for you.

QUESTIONS?

Director
Candice Reyes

Student Services Staff:
Autumn Robinson

JAZZ ACADEMY DETAILS:

Year-Round Schedule: October 14, 2024 - June 1, 2025

2024-25 Open Enrollment: August 14th -October 11th

Days: Monday & Thursdays (6:00 PM & 7:30 PM)

Combo Classes Begin: Monday, October 14th

Big Band Classes Begin: Thursday, October 17th

Audition Deadline: Friday, October 4th

Location: Sanchez Studios 4671 Montana Ave, El Paso, TX 79903

Age Range: 11-18 yrs (1 year of band experience)

All Levels Welcome

Concerts + Performances

Winter Concert - February 9, 2025

End of Year Concert - June 1, 2025

Combos will be able to perform in more of our community and special events throughout the calendar year. Big Bands will be invited to special events throughout the year. More dates are coming soon!

Tuition Year-Round (October - June)
$850 -Combo Class (Full Year)
$850 - Big Band (Full Year)
$1600 - Combo + Big Band (Full Year)

Tuition Fall Semester (October - February)
$650 - Combo (Fall Semester)
$650 - Big Band (Fall Semester)
$1400 - Combo + Big Band (Fall Semester)

All options require:
$100 deposit for Combo or Big Band (to be applied to the registrant’s tuition upon placement)
$200 deposit for Combo + Big Band Classes (Bundle)
$50 Registration Fee (to be applied towards tuition fee)

*Nonrefundable and nontransferable deposit and Registration Fee.

The deposit will confirm students' participation. Students will attend the designated time of the class and details and a welcome packet will be sent via email and a hardcopy will be given on the first day of classes.

**AUDITIONS REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS FOR PLACEMENT - Deadline: October 4, 2024**

To maintain the high standards of our program and ensure proper placement, we require a 6-7 minute audition video from all new and returning students. Please submit your audition by October 4, 2024. Once the audition video is submitted, you will receive an email confirming your child’s placement and class assignment for the 2024-2025 year. Audition Guidelines + Info on the website.

https://www.thejazzexchange.org/academyprogram

Online classes for adults aged 50+ run from June 2 through July 11 in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Texas - El Paso. Register through May 30. Join OLLI with others who are interested in being active, engaged, creative, and connected through a variety of topics, such as art, current events, history, literature, music, fitness and more. Cost is $55 for all the courses desired. There is a $50 membership fee for newcomers. Visit utep.edu/olli to register. For information call 915-747-6280 and leave a message.

55 & Better Adult Program at the Wellington Chew Senior Center
Once a week on Wednesdays, Machelle Wood and volunteers travel to the Wellington Chew Senior Ceneter to speak with seniors and record their stories. Their experiences have brought history to life! Volunteers Victoria and Veronica join educators Martín López and Machelle Wood to help record their history. They met military officers, civil rights activists, nurses, and homemakers. Every week is a new peek into the many facets of the human experience. This is an ongoing program, so if you would like to volunteer and assist in collecting these amazing stories, contact Gloria Garza at 915-533-5147 or email her at Gloria.Garza@thc.texas.gov.
These activities aim to foster mental and physical well-being, strengthen community ties, and engage the largest demographic group in the United States.

Online classes for adults aged 50+ run from June 2 through July 11 in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Texas - El Paso. Register through May 30. Join OLLI with others who are interested in being active, engaged, creative, and connected through a variety of topics, such as art, current events, history, literature, music, fitness and more. Cost is $55 for all the courses desired. There is a $50 membership fee for newcomers. Visit utep.edu/olli to register. For information call 915-747-6280 and leave a message.

Online classes for adults aged 50+ run from June 2 through July 11 in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Texas - El Paso. Register through May 30. Join OLLI with others who are interested in being active, engaged, creative, and connected through a variety of topics, such as art, current events, history, literature, music, fitness and more. Cost is $55 for all the courses desired. There is a $50 membership fee for newcomers. Visit utep.edu/olli to register. For information call 915-747-6280 and leave a message.