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20.07.2008 | RAY BLUE QUARTET AT THE GREATER HARDFORD FESTIVAL OF JAZZ |
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RAY BLUE QUARTET will be performing at the Greater Hardford Festival of Jazz on Sunday July 20, 2008 at 6 p.m.
See more information:
http://www.hartfordjazz.com/
See you there!!
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15.07.2008 | DONNA BROWN PERFORMS WEEKLY AT THE INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL, BERLIN |
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Donna Brown
Pianist, vocalist DONNA BROWN, www.goldengospelpearls.com, performs weekly at the Intercontinental Hotel, Berlin. A gifted musician and band leader Donna sings and plays jazz, soul and popular music like no one else. It was a pleasure to work with her on Friday, July 11, 2008.
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03.06.2008 | JUNE IN BERLIN |
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The month of June will be active as the festival season begins in Berlin. I will be performing various genres of music in and with different formations of musicians; jazz, African groove, New Orleans street band as well as soul and r&b. In summer in Berlin and Germany people spend as much time as possible outdoors, at side walk caf�s and restaurants, beer gardens, botanical and schloss gardens, parks, lakes and river cruises. The clubs remain active but Strasse Fests and Open Air Festivals, such as Koepenic, are the venues of choice. I'd like to see you at my concerts.
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03.06.2008 | SOULFUL TENORS |
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June 28, 2008
Koepenick Jazz Festival, Berlin
SOULFUL TENORS
Gary Wiggins - Tenor Saxophone
Ray Blue - Tenor Saxophone
Fuazi Abdul Kaliq - Tenor Saxophone
Reggie Moore - Piano
J. C. Dook - Guitar
Daryl Taylor - Bass
Eddie Dijean - Drums
Johnny Rogers - Vocal
Stevie Woods - Vocal
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10.05.2008 | EARL BOSTIC IM MEMORIAM |
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Earl Bostic - an embracing soul... one who offers comfort by simply being in your life
I want to recognize the untimely passing of friend and bassist, Earl Bostic. We give a warm and heartfelt send off to one of our dear friends. A Detroit, Michigan native and resident of Berlin for 30 years, Earl passed on early this month, May 2008. His contributions to the community and the music scene in Berlin and Europe are significant. He was a talented professional, consistent and sincere.
All who are fortunate to have known this embracing soul and person miss him deeply. Earl was a human being, a man who cared about others. He possessed the gift of being an unconditional giver of affection, wisdom and comfort. The fact that he was a musicians´ musician is fundamental. Music is what he did. Earl Bostic was a gift from god to all of us.
I'll remember Earl with a smile and a tear of joy.
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24.03.2008 | THE JAZZ NETWORK FEATURE |
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The Jazz Network is featuring Ray Blue for the week of March 24-31, 2008
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22.03.2008 | THE JAZZ NETWORK |
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View my page on THE JAZZ NETWORK
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20.07.2007 | CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION,INC. - JAZZ PERFORMANCE AND EDUCATION |
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CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION, Inc.
Jazz Performance and Education
CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION, INC. promotes Jazz and Education.
Our mission is to increase cultural awareness and understanding among community members through music - a language beyond words.
“Jazz is folk music and has always been synonymous ith innovation...we must insure that jazz reaches many young people...it is a great educational vehicle.“
Ray Blue
Founded in 2005, CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION, INC. is a non-prot 501(c) 3 organization
Ray Blue - Founder and Director
CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION, INC. carries the tradition of the work of
Mr. Raphael ‘Ray‘ Blue, a musician, educator and experienced Clinical and Educational Social Worker. Do this whole thing as a narrative paragraph
As an educator and clinician he has developed:
Instrumental Music and Music Therapy Programs
Academic and Cultural Enrichment, Cultural and Student Support Models
Mentoring and College Preparatory Program for Alternative High School Students,Student Retention, Cultural Diversity, Effective Communication and Staff Trainings for schools and professional agencies.
He has taught Sociology, Academic Skills Development and Health Education on the University level.
Mr. Blue lives in Berlin, Germany and in New York, U.S.A.
“Music brings people together… we learn to have a better awareness and understanding of one another.” Ray Blue
Artist-in-Residence Programs:
CCC has a performance and educational model that is growth inspiring.
Our target groups are students, education professionals and wider audiences.This program is presented internationally with an initial concentration in the U.S.A., Africa, and Europe.
A diverse team of music professionals facilitate performances and workshops . The CCC Artist-in-Residence Program is available to schools, colleges, community institutions and festivals. Thus far, the program has been conducted
in the U.S.A., South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Gabon,
Germany, Finland and China.
The Artist-in-Residence Progam has three major components:
1. Concerts and Cultural Presentations
2. Music Workshops: Musicianship · Band and Ensemble Development · Master Classes · Art of Listening · Music Appreciation · Jazz History
3. Life Skills Workshops: Empowerment · Diversity · Effective Communication
Entrepreneurship · Music Marketing
BAND AND ENSEMBLE DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS
Target audience: Music Students
(College, High School, Middle School)
These workshops focus on students improving their skills in Band and Ensemble playing.
Workshop topics include:
Role in the Ensemble / Band
Active Listening and Being Responsive
Hearing African Rhythms
Recognizing Rhythms
Melodic Structures
Improvisation
Internal Dynamics / Blending
Learning to Play so that others can play
Rehearsing
Performance / Jam Session
All workshops are 90 minutes in duration, including a 30-minute Q & A session.
JAZZ MUSICIANSHIP WORKSHOPS / MASTER CLASSES
Target audience: Music Students
(College, High School, Middle School)
These workshops provide students with instruction
for improving their jazz musicianship and performance skills.
Workshop topics include:
Relationship between the Instrument and the Musician
Theory / Practice
Hearing Rhythms
Exploration
Musical Painting
Improvisation
Repertoire / Performance
The Psychology of Being a Leader
All workshops are 90 minutes in duration, including a 30-minute Q & A session.
THE ART OF LISTENING
Target audience: General student population, music students (College, High School, Middle School, Elementary School) and the General Public.
This workshop includes a CCC Ensemble performance.
Professional musicians bring their Cross-Cultural message and demonstrate Effective Listening techniques.
The audience will be presented with information about:
History and Tradition of Jazz
Different Rhythms / Instruments
Importance of Jazz in Society
Costumes / Languages
Discography Resources
Some participants may be asked to perform with the CCC Ensemble.
All workshops are 90 minutes in duration, including a 30-minute Q&A session.
EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOP
Target audience: General public, Students (College, High School, Middle School, Elementary School)
This workshop offers participants tools for developing skills and
strategies for success.
Workshop topics are:
Identifying Strengths
Good Decision Making
Taking Action
Accepting Responsibilities
Turning Choices into Action
Inclusion and Participation
Being Accountable
DIVERSITY AND EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Target audience: General public, students (College, High School, Middle School, Elementary School)
In this workshop participants learn that dissimilarity
is not a barrier between people.
Workshop topics:
Looking at our Beliefs and Values
What Do We Know About Other People?
Understanding Different Cultures
Being a Good Observer
Being a Good Listener
Learning from Others
Sensitivity and Awareness
Speaking and Being Heard
MUSIC MARKETING WORKSHOP
Target audience: Independent and aspiring musicians, students (College, High School)
This workshop is designed to help Independent musicians promote their art and develop it into a career.
Workshops cover:
Key Elements of Marketing
Identifying Your Audience
How to Attract Fans
Accepting Responsibilities
Promotion Tactics
How to Develop a Marketing Plan
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Target audience: Potential entrepreneurs, students (College, High School, Middle School)
In this workshop participants learn about business models and develop the skills for starting a successful business.
Workshop topics are:
Identifying Strengths
Choosing A Business
Mission and Goals
Market Research
Developing a Business Strategy
Developing a Budget
Writing a Business Plan
The CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION, INC. operates internationally and receives funding through grants, donations, gifts, in-kind contributions,
performances, workshops and service fees. We are continuously working to gain the attention and interest of potential sponsors and volunteers.
If you share our mission and are interested in our quality program-
ming, please contact us. Working together we can help make many
dreams come true.
Cross-Cultural Connection, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 organization and all donations are tax-deductable
Please make checks payable to:
Cross-Cultural Connection, Inc.
c/o Redmond & Associates
3037 Center Point Road N.E.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402 U.S.A.
In Europe:
Raphael Blue
for Cross-Cultural Connection, Inc.
Berliner Volksbank Berlin BLZ 100 900 00
Konto Nr. 731 530 4002
BIC: BEVODEBB IBAN: 1009 0000 7315 304 002
CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION, INC.
Acknowledgements
Legion Arts (CSPS) - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
African American Historical Museum - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
First Presbyterian Church of Marion - Marion, Iowa
Washington High School - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Kennedy High School - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Johnson Performing Arts Magnet School - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Wm. Penn University - Oskaloosa, Iowa
Liars Theatre - Marion, Iowa
Campbell Steele Gallery - Marion, Iowa
Mt. Mercy College - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Coe College - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Unity Center of Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Milwaukee Performing Arts High School - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Polyrhythms - Davenport, Iowa
Merit Music School – Chicago, Illinois
AFB Organization, Gabon
Community Awareness Series, Jersey City - New Jersey
Peekskill High School - New York
Croton High School - New York
Somers High School - New York
Ossining High School - New York
Northern Westchester B.O.C.E.S. - New York
KCCK Radio - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Mathew 25 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
North West Jr. High School - Iowa City, Iowa
North Central Jr. High School - Iowa City, Iowa
Beijing Midi Music School – Beijing, China
Many Moons - Munich, Germany
GB Musique - Metz, France
JAZZ CROSS-CULTURAL CONNECTION, INC.
from people to people
Performance and Education
For more information please contact
Mr. Raphael Blue
+1 646-319-8008 (U.S.A.)
+49 160 278 1233 (Europe)
or email: ray@rayblue.com
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