Reno Jazz Orchestra | Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra

🗣️ Long Live Jazz Music! Those are wise words from many jazz lovers, including the one and only Nicolas Bearde — who is headlining the Reno Jazz Orchestra’s next concert this Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. on The Theatre stage! “The Legends of Jazz” will take you on a musical journey that emerged from the cultural melting pot of New Orleans in the early 20th century. During this adventure, you’ll be enchanted by Nicolas Bearde’s “velvet voice”, wit, and engaging rapport that has drawn audiences into his live performances around the world. 🎶 Tickets are still available, but not for long! Get yours: https://lnkd.in/gnD9PMz3 (Photo Credit: Nicolas Bearde)

We’re all smiles for Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra auditions! 🎉🎶 Auditions for the 2024-25 RYJO season are only two weeks away! Our youth ensemble plays a role in the cultural life of our community and provides a healthy platform for young musicians to showcase their talents and to share their love of jazz music with others. All we need? Students just like YOURS! As a part of RYJO, your young musician will hone in on many skills, including: 🎵 Musical Development 🎵 Jazz Improvisation 🎵 Ensemble Experience 🎵 Performance Opportunities 🎵 Personal Development Learn more and sign up for an audition time slot: https://lnkd.in/gDe6yprE 📸: Bob Russell

To all our Bobby McFerrin fans out there — how would you like to see one of the original members of Bobby McFerrin’s “Voicestra” a cappella ensemble live in concert? 🙋 Next Sunday, you can! Award-winning vocalist Nicolas Bearde will headline with the Reno Jazz Orchestra for “The Legends of Jazz” on Oct. 13 at 2 p.m at The Theatre on Keystone Ave. These jazz critics will help solidify your choice to spend your Sunday afternoon with us: 🎶 “Bearde is a master storyteller, and… there is a certain elegance to his singing that makes songs on ‘Remember You - The Music of Nat King Cole’ with their updated, hip arrangements, as fresh and evocative as when they were originally performed.” 🎶 Get your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/grh9ATwr (Photo courtesy of Nicolas Bearde)

Award-winning singer-songwriter and jazz icon Nicolas Bearde will make a special appearance in Reno, Nevada on Sunday, Oct. 13! Join the Reno Jazz Orchestra as we share the stage with Nicolas Bearde and take you on a musical journey that emerged from the cultural melting pot of New Orleans in the early 20th century. His style is likened to Lou Rawls, Nat King Cole, and Bill Withers, and he is known for his “velvet voice”, wit, and engaging rapport that has drawn audiences into his live performances around the world. Nicolas’ third album “Live at Yoshi’s- a Salute to Lou” continues to be a favorite on Jazz Radio worldwide. Tickets are still available! Make it a jazzy weekend by reserving your seats at RenoJazzOrchestra.org.

Is your student musician preparing for their RYJO audition and seeking extra tips and tricks? Then our audition workshop is the perfect opportunity for them! Get audition guidance and help with the music from your friendly Reno Jazz Orchestra experts: 📅: Tuesday, Oct. 1 from 6-7:30 p.m. 📍: Swope Middle School — 901 Keele Drive in Reno ❓: ryjo@renojazzorchestra.org For more information about the audition process, visit RenoJazzOrchestra.org/RYJO. (Photo Credit: Bob Russell)

Lively New Orleans jazz, toe-tapping seasonal tunes, and state-of-the-art educational programming are all in store this fall with the Reno Jazz Orchestra and Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra! No matter what floats your boat, we have it all in store for you this season. Want a deeper breakdown of what’s in store? Check out our most recent PBS Reno Art Views article, written by our Board President Chuck Reider: https://lnkd.in/gtUTBpbP 📸: Bob Russell

#ICYMI, the Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra (RYJO) is gearing up for our 2024-25 school year auditions! 💡What is RYJO? 💡 RYJO assembles the top middle and high school jazz talent in the #RenoSparks, #CarsonCity, and #LakeTahoe communities. This dynamic ensemble gives students the opportunity to hone their skills in jazz performance, preservation, appreciation, and study. Through performance, students learn teamwork, preparation, dedication, ear training, improvisation, and the jazz tradition. 📆 When/where are auditions? 📆 Auditions will take place from Oct. 21 - 24 from 5-8 p.m. at Note-Able Music Therapy Services Building (2590 Orovada Street in Reno) 🎵 How can I register my student for auditions? 🎵 Follow this link to sign up for an audition slot: https://lnkd.in/gDe6yprE (Photo Credit: Bob Russell)

Early-bird registration for the Fall 2024 Discover Jazz Workshop ends ON MONDAY! Sign up before the weekend ends to take advantage of this discount for our interactive, engaging jazz education program for students in 6th-12th grade. 🎶 The RJO’s Discover Jazz Workshop is geared toward students with an interest in jazz music and improving their skills in improvisation and ear training. With this workshop, as with all our educational programs, the RJO extends a warm and enthusiastic welcome to students of all backgrounds. We celebrate and honor the richness of varied experiences that each individual brings to this program and believe that diverse perspectives are essential for fostering creativity, innovation, and growth. 💻 Register today: http://bit.ly/3zEjy7Q

We have some good news for your gloomy Wednesday (although we love the rain here at the RJO). Tickets for The Legends of Jazz featuring Nicolas Bearde are officially on sale! Who is the legendary Nicolas Bearde, you may ask? He’s an award-winning recording artist, singer-songwriter, actor, and educator whose career has spanned over 35 years. From his humble beginnings (born and raised in Nashville, the second of 7 children) to touring the globe with many of today's jazz legends, Nicolas has traveled many roads. His style is likened to Lou Rawls, Nat King Cole, and Bill Withers, and he is known for his "velvet voice", wit, and engaging rapport that has drawn audiences into his live performances around the world. You won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind jazz concert! Find more information below: 📆: Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. 📍: The Theatre on Keystone Ave 🎟️: https://lnkd.in/gkZEmVxc

Early-bird registration for our popular educational program, the Discover Jazz Workshop, is NOW OPEN! If a passionate student musician in your life is ready to level up those jazz skills, our Discover Jazz Workshop is the way to go. Get ready to learn and practice: 🎵 Jazz standards 🎵 Improvisation techniques 🎵 Jazz style 🎵 Ear training This semester’s program commence on Saturdays, beginning on Sept. 28 from 9-11 a.m. at Note-Able Music Therapy Services in Reno. All students will perform on Nov. 16 & 17 to showcase all they’ve learned throughout the program! Register by next Monday, Sept. 23 to take advantage of our exclusive early-bird discount: https://lnkd.in/gBGrcZza