BROWARD COLLEGE JAZZ COMBO
JECC JAZZ BOOTCAMP
The JECC Jazz workshop is designed to build repertoire, develop performance and audition skills, and help musicians get an understanding, love and ear for this music we call jazz. Though the workshop’s focus is young musicians, anyone who is interested in learning more about playing this music is welcome. Teaching young musicians these skills early will not only help them grow as performers, it will build confidence as young men and women and hopefully, mentors.
The JECC Jazz Bootcamp Ensemble allows young musicians from various Dade and Broward county schools to interact with each other while perfecting their skills. The young musicians range in ages from 8 to 19. They come from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds, but the common denominator is the music. No student is ever turned away. The novice and the advanced student approach learning in the same fashion. There is a limited use of sheet music. The student learns to develop their musical intuition, their ears, and their spontaneity. They learn to create arrangements as a group and perform as an ensemble.
FROST – MAGGIE KINNEY COLLECTIVE
Award Winning Vocalist, composer, and arranger, Maggie Kinney, is currently based in
Miami, FL and Chicago, IL. Maggie has performed locally and across the country including the
Monterey Jazz Festival, Andy’s Jazz Club, Fitzgerald’s Jazz Club, Fulton Street Collective,
Lagniappe Jazz Club (Miami), and around the Chicagoland and South Florida areas.
Originally from Chicago, her musical journey began at five through piano and voice lessons. She was exposed early on to many eclectic styles of music, and immediately fell in love with jazz and R&B through listening to Stevie Wonder. This led her to diving into jazz and R&B. Her initial pathway into jazz broadened further by her participation in ILMEA’s Honors All State Jazz Vocal Ensemble, being selected as a YoungArts Winner, performing at the Monterey Jazz Festival and studying Jazz Voice at the collegiate level.
Over the years, Maggie has been given the opportunity to study under incredible musicians – including Grammy Award winner Luciana Souza, Cyrille Aimée, Marcus Strickland, Alyssa Allgood, John Wojciehowski, Kate Reid and Maria Quintanilla. She is in her final year of studying Jazz Vocal Performance at University Of Miami’s Frost School Of Music, where she has continued her growth as a young artist and has the opportunity to start The Maggie Kinney
Collective.
The Maggie Kinney Collective focuses on musical storytelling through original music and arrangements of the modern jazz idiom. The group aspires to take the audience on a heartfelt
musical journey, through emotional and lyrical delivery, improvising and creating music together
with her band. Together, they share a deep appreciation for the history behind the music while
maintaining the integrity of pushing musical boundaries to create their unique sound.
MIAMI LIGHTHOUSE BAND
Introducing the incredible talents of the Miami Lighthouse Band, a dynamic ensemble of highly skilled instrumentalists and vocalists whose musical capability knows no bounds. This diverse group brings together individuals who are both visually impaired and sighted, united by their shared passion for creating exceptional music.
The Miami Lighthouse Band shares a rich history of performances at venues worldwide while their versatility shines through a repertoire that spans genres such as jazz, fusion, rock ‘n roll, salsa, bolero, and traditional dance music.
As seasoned professionals in the music industry, these talented musicians have not only excelled in solo performances but have also collaborated with various bands and orchestras, showcasing their adaptability and collaborative spirit. Their journey includes accompanying well-known artists, including Grammy winners, both in electrifying live performances and in-studio recordings.
YMU JAZZ COLLECTIVE
To empower youth, YMU provides turnkey music education solutions for Title 1 schools across Miami-Dade County. YMU equips schools with trained instructors, lesson plans, instruments and all the necessary resources for vibrant music classes. Students, teachers and schools all benefit from YMU’s ten years’ experience building successful music programs. YMU’s support and training of teachers reduces turnover and creates a school culture that prioritizes student expression resulting in smooth communication and consistency within the department. This holistic approach helps schools maximize students’ talents, interest and engagement.
Young Musicians Unite is actively providing music programming for over 4,900 students in 40 schools this 23/24 school year. We engage student musicians through diverse, relatable music programs including Drumline, Jazz Bands, Rock Ensembles, Music Production, Modern Band, Beginning Band, and Strings.
