Jonathan Kreisberg Visiting Artist Residency

October 7 - 9, 2016


Join Jonathan Kreisberg, one of the most compelling Jazz composers and performers of today, for his residency at the Old Town School.

Get $20 off when you register for all four workshops with promo code JKJAZZ20!


Line Theory for Jazz Guitar

Friday, October 7, 7:00 PM
4544 N. Lincoln Ave.

Jonathan will discuss the elements of a great line. He will provide an organized approach to creating harmony and interest while playing denser melodic passages.


The Art of the Duo

Saturday, October 8, 1:00 PM
4544 N. Lincoln Ave.

Jonathan will play duos with some of the students where he will offer critique and cover several common issues that may arise in the duo setting.


Improv & Odd Time Signatures for Jazz Guitar

Saturday, October 8, 3:00 PM
4544 N. Lincoln Ave.

Jonathan will cover some of his personal approaches to making odd time signatures feel like home and how odd time arrangements and compositions can bring new inspiration and materials to your playing.


Solo Jazz Guitar

Sunday, October 9, 12:00 PM
4544 N. Lincoln Ave.

Jonathan will cover several techniques and discuss the importance of having a firm grasp of all of the elements of a composition in order to achieve freedom in improvisation while staying grounded.

The Old Town School of Folk Music, Inc.
4544 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago IL 60625  •  773.728.6000