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Private Lessons
In person or via Zoom or Facetime. I truly enjoy working with students, all types – the beginner, the student looking to just improve to play in the school band, […] …read more
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Jazz & Improvisation
Collections of study and practice suggestions for jazz, transcribing, jazz repertoire, practice routines, scales/chords/patterns, tune analysis and more. …read more
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Saxophone
Information on all things saxophone – equipment, warm-up, intonation, master saxophonist bios, master class handouts and more. …read more
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Institutions
Institutions from around the world where I have taught and/or presented clinics or master classes. …read more
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Louisville Jazz Workshop presents Jazz Sessions
The Louisville Jazz Workshops presents JAZZ SESSIONS, a new Process Approach to better understanding jazz and improving your performance skills. Designed for an intensive three-day experience, JAZZ SESSIONS will focus on the why and how, examining and explaining topics specifically selected for the participants. (image by Bill Evans) …read more
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Brazilian Music Workshop
We are thrilled to announce Brazilian Music Workshop 2026. This is your opportunity to visit Brazil and learn Brazilian music from great Brazilian musicians and educators, all with a jazz approach! …read more
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Videos of Clinics & Related Information
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Clinic Topics
Mike Tracy is available for clinics, workshops, ensemble rehearsals and individual instruction. Topics are varied and length of time depends on availability. Artist corporate and grant support is possible. …read more
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Educational Concerts
For more than forty-two years, the Mike Tracy Jazz Ensemble has been actively involved in offering diverse musical experiences for students of all ages. While based in the Louisville, Kentucky […] …read more
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Jazz Presentations
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Latin-Jazz Presentations
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Useful Materials by Other Jazz Educators
Links to highly useful materials by master jazz educators Jamey Aebersold, David Baker, Jerry Coker and more. …read more
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Interesting Articles on Jazz & Jazz Education
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Useful Articles regarding Higher Education
The following are excellent articles that anyone interested in succeeding at a college or university should read. I obtained them while advising students from all disciplines. Regretfully I do not have the original sources but I trust that they would not mind my sharing this information. …read more
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History of the Louisville Jazz Scene
An excellent document on jazz in Louisville by Sean Mulhall …read more
TRANSCRIBING
Transcribing is an essential part of studying jazz. It is an invaluable tool that involves far more than the notes and rhythms….. Visit Transcription complete (complete) to read what performers and educators recommend.