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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!!
 Donna BrownPianist, 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.
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.
 June 28, 2008Koepenick 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
 Earl Bostic - an embracing soul... one who offers comfort by simply being in your lifeI 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.
The Jazz Network is featuring Ray Blue for the week of March 24-31, 2008
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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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