OLLI TALKS: Jazz: Inside the Mystery of Improvisational Leadership (DRAKE HALL)

Back by popular demand, Ed Goodwin will share video recordings of world-class jazz artists and present an insider's view of what is happening inside of a jazz ensemble. How do they communicate? What is expected of the performers? How does this relate to leadership, followership, and team building? Guided by this engaging, professional musician, you'll discover the magic and unmask the mystery behind jazz – this is a fun, active, music-filled program that will bring a whole new appreciation for this art form.

An inventive thinker, visionary and creatively-oriented technical and management professional, Ed's career has spanned the fields of experience design, marketing, strategic planning, engineering, land planning, education, television/media production, entertainment, and nonprofit think tank management.

Ed's successful musical career began in Fort Collins and included performances around the U.S. and Canada, sharing the stage with renowned jazz artists such as Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah Vaughn, Maynard Ferguson, Doc Severinsen, Tony Bennett, The Four Tops, Temptations, Natalie Cole, Olivia Newton-John, Spyro Gyra, Pat Metheny, Tom Jones, Blood Sweat and Tears, Burt Bacharach, and Ray Charles.

Notes

• A current OLLI membership is required to register for all courses and lectures.
• If you do not have a current Spring 2022 membership, one will be added to your cart at check-out.
• OLLI membership fees and course tuition are critical to the Institute’s sustainability and are non-refundable.

Testimonials

Ed is an outstanding instructor with top-notch expertise- solid use of time throughout. Great storyteller.