Experience the Joy of Singing Jazz

Vocalists will train with Spider Saloff, create a demo at a professional recording studio, and perform a recital with a professional trio at a venue.

If you love jazz and have always wanted to explore your jazz vocals, this class will enhance your technique, expression and musical possibilities. A 7-week term includes (1) two-hour group class each week. Classes are held on Saturday afternoons or Wednesday evenings. 

 

Feel and Hear the Benefits:

- Record an audio demo at a professional recording studio. 

- Sing with a professional rhythm section and perform a recital at a Chicago venue. This is a priceless once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many.

- Receive personalized instruction from legendary Jazz Vocalist Spider Saloff, winner of New York City's Bistro Award for Jazz Artistry.

- Learn not just which songs you love--but which songs love you.

- Learn scatting and improvisation, as well as interpretation of songs to make them your own.

- Work within a supportive group of fellow singers.

 

Student Testimonials:

"David Bloom and Spider Saloff changed my outlook on music and on life. I'm already a semi-professional, but they give you straight and honest feedback. I wish I had taken his "Jazz Vocals" class 10 years ago!" 

                                                                                                    - M.W., Vocal Student

"Within a short period of time on this journey at the Bloom School, I have picked up skills and knowledge in the jazz language and have surprised myself. There is a genuine interest in the students growth... that's a rare gift in a teacher." 

                                                                                  - Satya Gummuluri, Vocal Student

 

Ask us a Question:

Email dbloomjazz@gmail.com or call (773) 860-8300.

Study with Spider Saloff

Learn from seasoned professional and award-winning vocalist Spider Saloff. She was recently awarded the 2017 Bistro Award for Ongoing Jazz Artistry at an award ceremony in New York City. 

A New York cabaret artist who has made Chicago her home since 1994, Spider Saloff is recognized for her masterful musical technique and her ability to illuminate the meaning of every song. Spider works with you to develop your own personal style as well as on presentation, confidence, delivery and more. 

“A thrilling singer!  This is a voice you can dig, ‘cause I dig it too.” - Lionel Hampton 

“Right-on intonation and a personal style which can sell a ballad or tantalize with half a chorus of scatting.”  - Dick Hyman 

“Full of life and vitality.”  - Studs Terkel

“One of the finest jazz singers working in this or any other city.” - The Chicago Tribune

“A wicked way with a lyric!” - The New York Times

“Ms. Saloff is a gifted and polished song stylist.  A most enjoyable musical outing!”  - Rex Reed

“Here is a list of qualities that every great singer must have. Great pitch, Time, Clarity, (Diction) and the greatest gift of all instant identifiability - you hear a few notes and immediately know who is singing.  This is something that any singer would kill for.  Spider Saloff needn’t worry. She has all these qualities and then some! She’s incredibly musical, a great performer, and marvelous songwriter.  A perfect example of this is the title track from her latest CD “Like Glass” on Kopaesthetics. Just listen.  You’ll love it!” - Johnny Mandel

Click here to learn more about your instructor Spider Saloff.

 

Details 

Call (773) 860-8300 for information.

Parking discounts at a local parking facility are available.

Locations:

Classes are held at Bloom School of Jazz, 226 S. Wabash, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604

Recitals are held at a downtown Chicago venue. 

Recording sessions are held at a professional recording studio in Chicago.

Cost of Course: $750.00

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