6/14/04

Deadline for Jordan Rudess Master Class-June 21!!!!

Attention: Keyboardists:  Auditions for Jordan Rudess Keyfest Master Class deadline is June 21
Class to be held on July 25 in White Plains, NY

Solo and Dream Theater keyboardist Jordan Rudess is conducting a Master Class for keyboardists and fans of the instruments on Sunday, July 25 from 1 till 4 PM at the White Plains Performing Arts Center.  

Students and working keyboardists are encouraged to audition via email or snail mail for the class.

Auditions can be on CDs and MP3 in one of the following categories:
1. Improvisation – Send an example of one of your solo keyboard improvisations.
2. Soloing - Send an example of your soloing over backing tracks. Be prepared to
bring those backing tracks on CD if chosen to perform at Keyfest Master Class.
3. Original piano composition – Any style welcome


If chosen, all applicants must be prepared to perform on stage on either an acoustic piano,
Korg Triton Extreme or Kurzweil K2600 using factory presets only. Performing time will
vary but will average about 15 – 30 minutes per applicant. Between 3 to 10 people will be
chosen to perform depending on the quality of the auditions.

Send audition CDs or MP3 with application form which can be found on the internet at www.jordanrudess.com/masterclass:
1. Fanmail@jordanrudess.com
2. Key Wiz Music – Master Class Audition
P.O. Box 395
New City, NY 10956

All Audition CDs and MP3s must be postmarked by Wednesday, June 21, 2004.
Everyone will be notified via email no later than July 5, 2004.