“Jazz Music Appreciation for Beginners” Lecture Demonstration Series

30 October 2024 (Wednesday)

Lecture 1: Exploring Jazz - Structure and Instrument Analysis

Complemented by live demonstrations, the speakers will introduce to audiences from the basics to more advanced structure and nuances of jazz music, including the communication between musicians as well as the methods and terminology of improvisation, so that they can understand the key points and details to focus on when listening to jazz.

6 November 2024 (Wednesday)

Lecture 2: The Origins of Jazz Music (1910 to 1940)

The speakers will introduce the origins of jazz music and popular trends during early 20th century such as "Big Band" and "Swing", with highlights on several iconic jazz musicians, including Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. With live performances, audiences can be immersed in the audible history of jazz.

13 November 2024 (Wednesday)

Lecture 3: The Evolution of Jazz Music (1940 to 1970)

The speakers will introduce and showcase performances on various jazz music genres, such as "Bebop", "Cool Jazz", "Hard Bop", "Free Jazz", "Latin Jazz" and "Fusion Jazz". They will also elaborate on how jazz evolved to place greater emphasis on breaking rules, thereby allowing musicians more freedom in improvisation. Several influential musicians in the jazz scene, including Chet Baker, John Coltrane and Herbie Hancock will also be highlighted.

20 November 2024 (Wednesday)

Lecture 4: Modern Jazz Music (1970 to present)

Through demonstration performances, the speakers will give an overview of the development of jazz music from the mid-20th century to the present, including "Fusion Jazz" and later "Modern Jazz", and will introduce some icons of "Jazz-Rock Fusion" such as Miles Davis and Chick Corea.

27 November 2024 (Wednesday)

Lecture 5: Embark on a Journey from the Ears to Discover Your Own Jazz Music

In the final lecture, through improvisational performances, the speakers will explain different types of jazz music and their features, progressing from basic to advanced levels. By learning about masterpieces of jazz and the distinctive styles of musicians, the audiences will know how to appreciate and distinguish between different jazz genres.

(Information provided by the speaker.)

Each lecture will run for about 1 hour 30 minutes. Conducted in Cantonese (Free seating).

The programme does not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.

The presenter reserves the right to change the programme and substitute speaker.

Fountain de Chopin

"Fountain de Chopin" was established in 2021 by local jazz musicians. Its core members include Bowen Li (pianist), Michael Chan (guitarist), Nelson Fung (bassist), Dean Li (drummer), Timothy Wan and Brian Cheung (saxophonists). Dedicated to promoting local jazz development, the group focuses on organising small-scale performances, listening sessions, and improvisational concerts. The group has also been invited to participate in various local music events, and has actively engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations with musicians.

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“Jazz Music Appreciation for Beginners” Lecture Demonstration Series

DATE

VENUE

PRICE

30.10.2024 (Wed)
19:30

06.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

13.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

20.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

27.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

Lecture Hall, Hong Kong Space Museum

$100

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DATE

30.10.2024 (Wed)
19:30

06.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

13.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

20.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

27.11.2024 (Wed)
19:30

VENUE

Lecture Hall, Hong Kong Space Museum

PRICE

$100

BUY NOW

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Half-price tickets available for senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, full-time students and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients (limited tickets for CSSA recipients available on a first come, first served basis).


Package Discount
For each purchase of standard tickets, the following concession applies:
10% off for any 2 lectures, 15 % off for any 3 lectures, 20% off for any 4 lectures or more.


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For each purchase of standard tickets, the following concession applies:
10% off for 4-9 tickets, 15% off for 10-19 tickets, 20% off for 20 or more tickets.


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