AFRO-CUBAN DRUMMING (Beginner)
Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm, March 26th-June 4th, 2008 (no class on April 9th)
10 week course
Location: Kelowna Drum Studio
Conga drums provided, No experience required
Course will include Afro-Cuban folkloric rhythms and some popular Latin rhythms.
Cost: $125 or Drop-in $15/class

AFRO-CUBAN DRUMMING (Advanced)
Wednesdays 8:00-9:00pm, March 26th-June 4th, 2008 (no class on April 9th)
10 week course
Location: Kelowna Drum Studio
Conga drums provided
Basic drum skills required (Clave, 6 Bell, Marcha etc.)
Course will include Afro-Cuban folkloric rhythms and some popular Latin rhythms.
Cost: $125 or Drop-in $15/class

MIDDLE EASTERN DRUMMING
Thursday 7-8pm, March 27th-June 5th, 2008 (no class on April 10th)
10 weeks course
Location: Kelowna Drum Studio
No experience required, Some drums available
Course will include rhythms and technique on the doumbek (drum) and riq (tambourine)
Cost:$125 or Drop-in $15/class

*Register and pay before March 15th to save 20%.
 (10 week course is only $100)

For information on any course call Trevor at (250)763-3951 or see
www.trevorsalloum.com

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29 Feb 2008

The 31st Annual BC Interior Jazz Festival includes jazz bands, choirs, and combos from the Central Interior south in the province, Vancouver Island and Washington State.  67 groups will be performing this year, and the featured guest for the Friday evening concert is Carol Welsman.
The festival includes adjudicated performances, free workshops and clinics for performers and the public, an off-site jazz performance and jam session, and two evening concerts.

Kelowna Community Theatre
April 10, 11, 12 - 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Jazz Band, Vocal and Combo performances/adjudications
Tickets $2 daily at the door

April 11 7:30 p.m.
Jazz Masters' Concert featuring Carol Welsman and guests  Tickets $25 plus service charges at selectyourtickets.com or 762-5050, March 01 on.

April 12 7.00 p.m. 
Showcase Concert of Most Outstanding Groups & Awards Ceremony
Tickets $5.00 at the door

Rotary Center for the Arts
April 10 8:30 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Junior and Intermediate Jazz Combo performances/adjudications
Free admission

April 11,12 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Free workshops, open to the public

Visit www.jazzfestbc.ca for further details. 

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29 Feb 2008

Next week I will be removing my art exhibition from Kelowna Community Theatre.  "Too bad the doors are closed to the public, restricting opportunities for viewing", have been the thoughts of many.  I don't see it that way.  I viewed it as a chance to get my work out there, in front of the public, and in some instances, the 800 person capacity the Theatre will hold.  And because I agreed upon that particular venue, provided to me by ARTSCO, a highly successful opportunity came my way. 
 
This letter is to thank you, and those who work with you, for your many hours of work 'behind the curtains', so it seems.  We take you for granted, and so I believe your time and efforts need acknowledgment. 
 
Taking all of this a step farther, I believe ARTSCO is the catalyst for art opportunities.  But the next step needs to be taken by the artist, if one is serious about promoting their work.  There are 'spinoffs' from everything we do.  And each time we participate in an event, whether it be Open Studios, community venues or other examples, a step has been taken forward in advancing ourselves as serious professionals.  ARTSCO is a good beginning, continuously offering varied opportunity.
 
Thank you for what you do for us.  I, for one, am very appreciative, and feel my membership offers high value.
 
Madelyn Hamilton  

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29 Feb 2008

Hi Elke,

Next week I will be removing my art exhibition from Kelowna Community Theatre.  "Too bad the doors are closed to the public, restricting opportunities for viewing", have been the thoughts of many.  I don't see it that way.  I viewed it as a chance to get my work out there, in front of the public, and in some instances, the 800 person capacity the Theatre will hold.  And because I agreed upon that particular venue, provided to me by ARTSCO, a highly successful opportunity came my way. 

This letter is to thank you, and those who work with you, for your many hours of work 'behind the curtains', so it seems.  We take you for granted, and so I believe your time and efforts need acknowledgment. 

Taking all of this a step farther, I believe ARTSCO is the catalyst for art opportunities.  But the next step needs to be taken by the artist, if one is serious about promoting their work.  There are 'spinoffs' from everything we do.  And each time we participate in an event, whether it be Open Studios, community venues or other examples, a step has been taken forward in advancing ourselves as serious professionals.  ARTSCO is a good beginning, continuously offering varied opportunity.

Thank you for what you do for us.  I, for one, am very appreciative, and feel my membership offers high value.

 Madelyn Hamilton 

 

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28 Feb 2008

Creative Construct Pre-conference and Design Charette: Designing sustainable creative spaces

Submissions Deadline: March 25, 2008

The Creative Construct pre-conference:  Designing sustainable creative spaces is an exciting opportunity for young people to explore key models, issues and opportunities surrounding creative spaces, sustainable design, and cultural community engagement in Canada.

The pre-conference is a one-day event for artists, architects, designers, non-profits, students, and others who are interested in the creation and operation of cultural spaces in their communities. The pre-conference will consist of a panel discussion and a participatory design charette on the future of creative spaces.

The Centre of Expertise on Culture and Communities is currently looking for creative submissions that address issues related to creative spaces (i.e. sustainable design, operations, maintenance, safety, funding, regulations, policy, partnerships, activism, community development and inclusion).

Ideas for submissions:

Video tours of creative spaces in your community
Video essay/short documentary
Photos of creative spaces/facilities
Blueprints
Collage and/or design ideas
Article on creative spaces and related topics
Written profile of a creative space
Successful applicants will be given the opportunity to attend the pre-conference and Creative Construct symposium, have their submissions showcased during the pre-conference, and be part of a growing network of people interested in the future of creative spaces.

Please send your submission(s) to info@cultureandcommunites.ca or mail to:
Centre of Expertise on Culture and Communities
Simon Fraser University – Harbour Centre
515 West Hastings Street (CPROST, Office 3551)
Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 5K3

http://www.cultureandcommunities.ca
http://www.symposium2008.ca/e/index.html

*The CECC cannot pay for flights and/or accommodation for the pre-conference*

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26 Feb 2008