The Young Jazz Masters (YJM) is a tuition free early jazz preparatory program aimed at serving youth who desire to further their music education and research in the fundamentals of jazz studies.
Our mission is to promote a culturally diverse learning environment, in which youth can demonstrate their musical abilities through the study and performance of jazz music.
YJM welcomes all students of music to participate. If you would like to become a part of this exciting program click here.
Our home location and rehearsal site is at the Mutual Musicians Foundation located at 1823 Highland, Kansas City, MO 64108 in the historic jazz district. Rehearsals are held Saturday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.
YJM Members please bring your
Essential Elements Jazz Method Book (Red Cover)
for this Sarturday's Practice 1/21
Please wear your YJM polo shirts and khaki pants
for KCTV 5 cameras this Saturday 1/21
Check schedule for upcoming performances
Osmond Fisher is originally from Cleveland, Ohio where his experiences in music began at an early age. He is an accomplished Jazz Trombonist in which his influences include J.J. Johnson, Slide Hampton, Frank Rosilino, and Jack Teagarden. Mr. Fisher has over fourteen years experience teaching and rebuilding successful high school band programs. Mr. Fisher has a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. He is currently completing a Masters of Arts Degree in Music Education at the University of Central Missouri.
Mr. Fishers band programs have received numerous awards for outstanding musicianship and performances. He was recently acknowledged by MENC as one of Kansas Citys dedicated teachers in the Kansas City Municipal School District. Mr. Fisher is looking forward to collaborating with the Mutual Musicians Foundation to help pass the legacy of great musicianship to the students of Kansas City. For more information on Osmond Fisher click here
Founder, Director
CharCarol Fisher is a Board Certified Music Therapist and educator. She received a Bachelor of Music degree with emphasis in saxophone performance from Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. Additionally, she received her Master of Arts in Music degree from The University of Missouri - Kansas City. She is a native of Cleveland Ohio, and learned about the exciting field of music therapy in high school while deciding to combine her love of science and music as a career choice.
CharCarol will assist in facilitating workshops with YJM students. She serves as the education coordinator and administrator of YJM. Mrs. Fisher recently launched her private contracting business Therapeutic Sounds, dedicated to serving clients in the Metropolitan Kansas City Area.
January
March
1/10/12 - S pecial Guest: Troy Schulte-City Manager
Mutual Musicians Foundation-1823 Highland
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
5:00 pm to 7:00pm
*All other Performances (TBA)
3/3/12 - Rhythm Section Only
3/10/12 - Brass, and Woodwind Only
3/17/12 - Early Band only
*3/24/12- Full Band
3/31/12- Performance TBA
Febuary
April
2/4/12 - Woodwind/Rhythm Section only
2/11/12- Brass/Rhythm Section only
2/18/12 - Rhythm Section only
*2/25/12 - Winter Recital
Mutual Musician Foundation
Time (T B A).
4/7/12 - Full Band Rehearsal
4/14/12 - Full Band
* 4/21/12- Penn-Valley HS. Jazz Fest.
* 4/ 28/ 12 Mutual Musician Foundation Jazz
Work shop. All Day
Time 9:00am -7:00 pm TBA
* Check regularly for updated scheduled performances
CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE YJM FOR A PERFORMANCE
If you would like to give YJM some positive feedback, feel free to post a comment. We would love to hear from you!
We are currently enrolling members. If you are interested in joining YJM, booking for an event, or volunteering. Please complete the contact form below. Be sure to include your address and phone # in the message box. Thank You!
Help us continue to inspire the youth of our community through the gift of giving. YJM relies on the generosity of sponsors, friends and the community to keep the program running.
Your contributions allow Young Jazz Masters to offer unique educational programming free of charge!
Let's continue to promote the rich history and legacy of jazz music to our youth.
Thank You for your support!
Sponsorship Levels:
Eighth Note - $50
Quarter Note - $150
Half Note - $250
Whole Note - $500
Blue Note - $1000
FRIENDS OF YJM
Mutual Musicians Foundation, Inc
American Inn Hotels
Communities Creating Opportunities
East 23rd PAC Neighborhood Association
Ivanhoe Neighborhood Association
KCKC IBEW Local 124
Click below to download sponsor form.
Sponsor Form 2012.doc
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