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Hi Reader!

January and February are huge months for us here at Ensemble Block. Our EB Creators have events and presentations all over the country, and we can't wait to bring their best content to your doorstep.

Hope you're having a great start to the year so far!

- Ensemble Block Team

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FEATURED EB CREATOR
​Mark Dahl at IMEC

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Mark presented "Teaching Improvisation in the Big Band Setting"

Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 12:15 PM CST

2023 Illinois Music Education Conference

Thank You to All Who Attended!

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"The session will cover a step by step method for teaching improvisation within the big band rehearsal setting.

Using the blues as a foundation, this method allows students to improvise immediately, while gradually incorporating ear training and jazz theory with digital patterns and jazz vocabulary to create individual solos. The method can be utilized by individuals or groups of all ages and ability levels, allowing directors to cultivate a user-friendly culture of improvisation.

Using only the first 10-15 minutes of rehearsal, students gain the knowledge and tools they need to confidently improvise over the chord changes contained in their big band music.

The method is easily scaled up or down based on age, ability or frequency of rehearsal.

All participants will receive a free big band chart download specifically arranged to integrate these concepts into performance."

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**Click below to view Mark's PDF handout from IMEC 2023

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👀 NEW RELEASE

Take a look at our newest arrival in the EB Shop!

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⚡️NEWS⚡️

Ensemble Block is proud to announce we will be attending this year's TMEA Convention in San Antonio, TX, February 8-11, 2023!

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Booth #2666

If you plan on attending the TMEA Convention, please let us know & plan to come by for a "hello!"

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We're looking forward to meeting as many of you in person, please be sure to stop by!

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🎉 10 NEW VIDEOS FROM KARLDRUMTECH 🎉

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⚡️Submit a Video⚡️

Step 1: Record yourself playing along to this video for a chance to be featured. PDF sheets and scrolling notation available!

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Step 2: Submit your video for a chance to be featured on our social channels:

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💪️ Join the Team️

Want to help us build Ensemble Block and learn some valuable skills along the way?

We have positions available in the Notation Synchronization, Video Editing and Social Media departments, so click the following link to apply or send the link to a friend who might be interested in gaining some valuable work experience:

https://ensembleblock.com/join-the-team/​

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TEACHERS /

FINE ARTS DIRECTORS

If you'd like to get in touch about setting up a custom portal for your school or institution, please reach out at:

info@ensembleblock.com

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We look forward to learning more about your program!

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