Welcome to Jazz Central!

To see our performance schedule,            click here.

To learn about the people that make Jazz Central happen, click here.

 

Lessons at Jazz Central

 Jazz Central has available teaching studios open now!


Tanner Taylor - Jazz Piano

To see Tanner's Bio and playing experience,
click here.                                    

Taylor's teaching credentials include 5 years at the Institute of Production and Recording, and over 10 years experience as a private instructor,  as well as numerous appearances as a clinician and adjudicator. His skills are in demand as an educator and performer.                                                                           


Ph. 651-285-1030                                                                                            
Email: tannertaylormusic@gmail.com                                                               

Mac Santiago - Drums/Percussion

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To see Santiago's Bio and playing experience, click here.

Mac is highly sought after as a teacher and clinician in the Twin Cities.  In January 2011, he released his first method book entitled "Beyond the Metronome," a comprehensive look at timekeeping and tempo in music and the development of one's internal clock. Go to www.inchronicity.com for more information.

Ph. 612-281-2591
Email: macsantiagomusic@gmail.com

Tom Krochock - Trumpet

To see Tom's full bio and website, click here.

 

Tom is active as performing artist in the Twin Cities and greater MN/WI areas. Having received awards for his classical as well as his jazz playing, Krochock feels comfortable instructing on a wide variety of styles.

Tom studied at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, well renowned for its dynamite Grammy- nominated Jazz Ensemble I. Tom served in the spot of Lead trumpet and jazz soloist, covering both areas for several years. While there, he also honed his craft of arranging and sound technology, arranging tunes for many ensembles and recording/ producing three full length albums. Krochock also attended the prestigious Henry Mancini Institute for three years, cementing his understanding of commercial and film music. While there, he performed with and backed some of the biggest names in music today including Herbie Hancock, Quincy Jones, Dianna Krall, Christian McBride, Roy Hargrove, Vinnie Coaliuta, Patti Austin, John Clayton and many others.

Come learn the art of achieving your desired sound on any material.

Ph 612-483-5426     Email  tom@tomkrochock.com

 

 

Clinics, Master Classes and Workshops!

We also are available for middle school and high-school jazz band clinics,  music workshops and small combo master classes.  For more info, contact us at jazz.central@hotmail.com