This event has been postponed.

New date and time TBA.

To join the waitlist call 203-806-1342 or e-mail info@westmainmusicacademy.com

Register by phone at 203-806-1342

Cost: $79.00 Space is limited! Reserve your seat now.

Imagine your favorite musician invites you up to jam during a show — a dream you have always had; the band kicks in and the leader points to you to solo, what do you do? What notes do you play?

Improvisation is the art of spontaneous composition; a skillset often misunderstood, under-utilized, and poorly explained. In this intensive clinic, master of improvisation Isaac Young will work to remove the mystery of crafting a “meaningful solo” and unveil the simple truths about the art of improvising. Ranging from music communication cues, rhythmic themes, and creative harmonic devices, this class will take a multi-faceted approach to improvisation.

Improvisation isn’t always about fast lines and flashy passages, it’s about the story behind the notes. Come unlock your creative genius in this one-time master class!

Requirements: Age 12 and over. At least ONE YEAR of experience on your instrument, and a base knowledge of reading music on a staff.

This will be an interactive clinic where every student is encouraged to play, regardless of experience.

Masks will be required for the duration of the clinic.

About the instructor:

Isaac Young is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist who specializes in keyboards, synthesis, and woodwinds. Known for his work with the ever-rising improvisational duo P(x3), and rock outfit No Mind, Young has worked alongside many luminaries including members of Grammy- winning Lettuce, members of Dickie Betts’ Band, Rick Derringer, Dopapod, Lespecial, Kung Fu, members of Max Creek, The Box Tops, Wyclef Jean, and many in the jazz scene as well. Young’s unique approach to improvisation has garnered a lot of attention from his contemporaries and his playing has been highly regarded in the national touring and festival scene. Having graduated from the prestigious Hartt School of Music, he has studied with some of the world’s greatest improvisers where he mastered his craft. With over 16 years of teaching experience, many of Young’s students have been accepted into prestigious university music programs as a result of his mentoring. When not touring with his projects, Young teaches out of his studio in West Hartford, records and produces a variety of music, runs clinics, and spends time with his beautiful family.