We’re headed back to school, and we hope to see you in class! We are excited to announce the return of Jazz90.1 University – a program presenting a series of community learning events. Courses are taught by Jazz90.1 staff and volunteers.
Classes are open to the public and will take place beginning in February. Each session will last up to 90 minutes, and will be held at Greece Olympia School – 1139 Maiden Lane in the school library attached to our studios. Classes will not be offered virtually.
Tickets
Each class is only $10.00. Current Greece Central School District students in grades 9-12 may attend for free.
Classes Offered This Year:
Louis Armstrong – The Pops of Jazz – Monday February 10, 2025 – 6:30 p.m.
Taught By Sunday Music Festa Host Otto Bruno
He was America’s Jazz Ambassador around the world and at home. Nearly every person born in the 20th century had some idea of who Louis Armstrong was. His music and the love it inspired was preserved on film, record, radio, television, and books so that his legacy endures to this day. Join us for an evening of the joy that was Louis Armstrong.
Bing Crosby, Armstrong’s #1 Disciple – Monday March 10, 2025 – 6:30 p.m.
Taught By Sunday Music Festa Host Otto Bruno
Bing Crosby is the most recorded singer in the history of the world and he maintained throughout his career that his greatest influence was the music and personality of Louis Armstrong. Due to the culture of the time, Crosby’s star rose higher in the mainstream entertainment world but he made sure he brought Louis along for the ride. Join us as we celebrate the musical and personal friendship of two of America’s greatest musical artists.