Thursdays 8:15–9:45 pm, 10/8–12/3; No class 11/26; Performance: 12/10
| Age | Adult |
| Event Type | Class |
| Department | Ensembles |
| Day | Various |
| Instructor | Various |
| Status | inperson event |
Explore the sound and repertoire of the Cuban charanga tradition. Distinguished by its blend of flute, violins, rhythm section, percussion, and vocals, the charanga ensemble has long been an important vehicle for Cuban dance music, including danzón and cha-cha-chá.
This performance ensemble focuses on stylistic interpretation, ensemble playing, and preparing a complete concert program. Music will be selected by the instructor and provided during the first week of class.
Instrumentation: Bass, piano, violin, flute, congas, timbales, bongos, and vocals.
Prerequisite
Participants should have solid basic proficiency on one of the listed instruments and be comfortable learning and rehearsing ensemble repertoire.
Thursdays 8:15–9:45 pm
10/8–12/3
No class 11/26
Performance: 12/10
Anthony Blea, $375
(in-person)
Important Notes
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All ensembles culminate in a live, free performance.
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Please confirm you can attend the performance date before registering.
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A placement audition is required for new students.
How to Register
Please complete the online Ensemble Application Form below. Once we’ve received your application and, for new students, your audition recording, we’ll review your information and contact you to confirm placement. Once your placement is confirmed, we’ll send you a link to submit tuition payment. No payment is required until placement is confirmed.
Application form and audition guidelines:
Jazzschool Ensemble Application Form and Audition Guidelines
About Anthony Blea
Violinist Anthony Blea holds a bachelor’s degree from the Manhattan School of Music and a master’s degree from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He began studying violin at age eight and joined Charanga Orquesta Típica Cienfuegos, led by John Santos, at age 15.
Blea has an extensive recording and performing career and continues to perform regularly both locally and internationally. He has also served as a professor of music at City College of San Francisco for 18 years.