Author: James

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute with The Red Fez Orchestra, The Regular Joes, Forza Saxophone Quartet and Teacher.

JazzSmart Big Band

JazzSmart Big Band Concert 2019

Posted on December 20, 2019April 28, 2020 by James

We had a great time at the Forest Arts Centre, New Milton on Monday December 16th when we played for our end of year concert. The band really rose to the occasion and performed brilliantly!
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“I’d like to thank James and Andy for kindly inviting me to lead the recent JazzSmart Woowind Weekend in Durlston Court School, Dorset. I had a wonderful time working with such an enthisuiastic group of musicians. We played through a huge variety of music over the two days and even touched on jazz improvisation. ” – James Rae

Posted on August 13, 2019January 20, 2020 by James

Chichester Improvisation & Ensemble Workshops

Posted on June 26, 2019December 20, 2019 by James

June 15th &16th 2019 saw two JazzSmart Workshops running side by side at Chichester University. Mike Hall returned to run a fantastic jazz improvisation workshop and James Rawlinson lead a Saxophone Ensemble workshop.

Bob Reynolds Masterclass

Posted on June 25, 2019December 20, 2019 by James

We were very privileged to have saxophonist Bob Reynolds lead a masterclass for us in Southampton in April. Bob brought a wealth of experience and wisdom and imparted this so eloquently to a room of very eager saxophonists.
Bob discussed in brief his 7 T Practice

Thank you so much to JazzSmart for organising this Masterclass. Meeting Bob Reynolds was fantastic and I went away feeling inspired and musically rejuvinated! – John B.

Posted on June 25, 2019January 20, 2020 by James

“I have been working with JazzSmart for several years and the organisation has always been slick and seamless; allowing me to focus just on teaching! Andy and James have selected comfortable venues for the workshops and are very supportive in making things run smoothly!” – Mike Hall

Posted on May 28, 2019January 20, 2020 by James

“JazzSmart is a company that I always enjoy working with. They are superbly organised, there is always regular communication, and they have built a brand (over 15 years) that is respected by all; course directors, course attendees and trade/sponsors. On top of this is the human touch, with everyone being made to feel very welcome!” – Andy Scott

Posted on May 28, 2019January 20, 2020 by James

Derek Nash

” I’ve tutored on several JazzSmart courses and they are a top notch organisation, a real pro set up that allows the attendees to flourish . ” – Derek Nash

Posted on May 28, 2019January 20, 2020 by James

“I have been working with JazzSmart for several years and the organisation has always been slick and seamless; allowing me to focus just on teaching! Andy and James have selected comfortable venues for the workshops and are very supportive in making things run smoothly!” – Mike Hall

Posted on May 27, 2019January 20, 2020 by James

Music Technology & Performance 3 Day Workshop

Posted on August 18, 2018December 20, 2019 by James

We had a blast on August 10th -12th. Friday saw everyone getting to know each other and performing as a group. We had a great mixture of ages and abilities with one course member having travelled from Tasmania to take part! Not sure anyone will beat that record again…