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Youth Concerts & Clinics - reaching 21,000+ teens since 1986

VENUES

Juvenile Halls: Los Padrinos (1986), Nidorf, McLaren, Central, McKinley, Fred Nelles, Dorothy Kirby Center, Sybil Brand, Ventura School, No. California Youth Authority - (O.H. Close, Carl Holton, Preston School), Chino Boys, Southern Reception Center, Terminal Island (adult)

Probation Camps: Paige, Miller, Kilpatrick, Afflerbaugh, Glenn Rockey, Scudder, Scott, Munz, Mendenhall, David Gonzales, Louis Routh, Holton, Challenger Memorial, Barley Flats

Continuation High/Middle Schools: View Park, Monterrey, Aliso, Lewis, St Anne's Maternity, Moneta, Boyle Heights, Aggeler, Hope, Highland Park, Walt Whitman, Metropolitan, Harris Newmark, Pueblo, Odyssey, Mission, McAlister/LA, Southwest, San Fernando & Reseda, Riley/Blanding & Gardena, West Granada, Shery, Mt. Lukens, Earhart, Frontier, San Antonio, Ramona, Owensmouth, Rancho Del Mar, Addams, London, Stoney Point, Avalon, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, Young, Zane Grey, Einstein, Patton, Rogers, Cooper, Eagle Tree, Santana, Central, Markham Middle, USC Math & Science Tech Magnet, Para Los Niños, Five Acres, Citrus Hills Intermediate, Byrd Middle, Southeast Middle, Pace-Campbell, Mayfair & Michelson - at-risk/physically & mentally challenged - LA County Off. Of Ed.

CO-SPONSORS

LA County Arts Commission - 1986-'02, OGP-I 2003-'09
Recording Industries Music Performance Fund - 1986-'07
City of LA Cultural Affairs Dept. Grant - 1991, 1994, 1997-'07
California Arts Council Multicultural Grant - 1995-'97, 1998-'00, 2001-'04, Impact 2004
CAC Exemplary Arts Education Partnership - 2001-'02
City Councilman Joel Wachs - 1997-'01, Wendy Gruel, Jan Perry - 2007
LA County Supervisor Mike Antonovich - 1993-'06
LA County Supervisor Don Knabe - 2002, 2005-'07
LA County Supervisor Zev Yaraslavsky - 2002, '07
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust - 1998-'02, '05
Brody Arts Fund - 1999
Edison International - 1999, 2004-'06
Good Works Foundation - 2000
The Boehm Foundation - 2001
The Times Mirror Foundation - 2001, '02
The Weingart Foundation - 2002
City of Torrance Cultural Arts Commission - 2002, '04
The Swanton Foundation - 2002-'05, '08
The Jostens Foundation - 2003, '04
The Boeing Company - 2004, '05
The D'Addario Foundation for the Performing Arts - 2005, '07

1993
Federal Nonprofit - 501(c)(3), #95-4441563
State of California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation, #1861481

MISSION: Jazz and Blues music is therapy that educates, impacts and involves at-risk youth.

METHODOLOGY: In-classroom concerts and education with musical selections of traditional and modern Blues composers, (i.e. Howlin Wolf, Sam Cooke)

DATA REQUIREMENT: Location of venue, staff approval.

EVALUATION:
3 Questionnaires: 1) music styles and instruments remembered, 2) student goals & milestones, improvement, planning, 3) 2/3 page Essay/Survey. Follow-up includes a creative student tracking study, and referrals for continued study, apprenticeships, and scholarships. Our 3rd 5-year questionnaire results table is available as an extensive assessment of our program.

COST EFFECTIVENESS: From $1-10 per student, depending on size of audience.

COST: American Fed. Of Musician's minimum scale for leader + 7 side people within a 30 mile Los Angeles radius - $1,632/School, $1,825/Youth Detention facility. Rehearsals, clinics, administration and production costs (app. 25%/site) may be donated by co-sponsors, the SNB ensemble members, and/or the 8 SNB Concert Fund Directors.

2000

January 7th at Riley/Blanding high - pregnant teens (p.t.) - LA, CA

"The only thing that I feel the group needs to be more active, more moving, also I liked when every member of Saturday Night Bath Band introduce their instruments." Veronica Curiel

"This was a very nice band because it showed the students that Jazz is not for old people only that teenagers can listen to it and have fun like they do with the rest of the violent music that now days everyone hears, it also showed us that music doesn't have to talk about violence to be fun and entertaining. And hopefully we hope to see you soon around.Thank you." Veronica Nery

"I liked when the men started clapping his hands and I liked when the lady started singing." Lynette Warren

"The concert taught me about different kinds of instruments. It also taught me that anyone can play a instrument if they put their mind to it. I also learn the history of some of the instruments they played." Unidentified student

"What was good was when the teachers were up front." Rosa Ramirez

"The Band was good. I liked it. It was fun. My friends baby was moving around to the music's beat. I would like to see them again. The explanation of the instruments was interesting and easy to understand. I would like to learn to play an instrument, but I don't have the time to learn, so I just listen to music." Scarlett Cruz

"I really enjoyed listening to the music played. I learned the history of each instrument played, and some artist that now are famous (for playing the instruments played on Friday). It was also funny how the teachers made jokes and act silly." Ivanna Anaya

"It taught me the difference between each instrument. For example the guitar Armonic was made by Benjamin Franklin. The concert was very good how they all played all the songs and especially when M. Mantone sang 'Love Potion #9'."
Gladys Maravilla

"It taught me how to work with each other, how to have fun as well as take care of business. I learned the history about the instruments. I liked when everyone played one at a time." Unidentified student

"Saturday Night Bath didn't teach me anything but it did make me feel very relaxed and calm. The music was very beautiful and intriguing. I would like for them to come out again, real soon. I liked the way the man played the saxophone. The saxophone was really putting excitement into the whole band." Unidentified student

2001

January 31st at Markham Middle School - LA, CA

"We the students at Markham Middle School feel wonderful of your songs. We like how you work team with Markham band to sing go Markham! you have nice voices and they sound really real. I wish I was in your band but I am to small for it." Rolando Espinoza.

"I learned that my students appreciate jazz and rock more than they would admit. This was evidenced by closed mouths, by open eyes and by tapping toes under chairs." Teacher Bloom.

"I liked solo On Broadway... Well it was good and fun seeing you again."
Darlene Sanchez

"It was an interesting combination of music. I liked the way you combined it all together and made it all sound good with all the instruments you used. P.S. You're all creative." Kathy O.

"First of all you guys were great. Each of your band members has a talent with each instrument. You also have fun playing your music, which is really nice. My favorite instrument was the Afro-Cuban drums. It seemed to add a very unique sound to the music. The guitarist and drummer had a nice beat going on also. Thanks again for coming." Harumy Castillo

"I want to thank you and congratulate you for playing so beautiful music. I also want to thank you for emploring us to keep going even though we have some rough times ahead. Wile you guys play you make us forget of our problems and responsibilities for a little wile. I hope you guys can make it big time some day, just don't forget us girls." Marisol Ortega

"It taught me that the drum was one of the oldest instrument on earth, used
for communicating. If one drummer could play all three drums, the other 2
drummers would get fired, so one person combined all three and invented the
drumset. The harmonica was in a glass band. Then the harmonica was a handheld pocket size instrument. The trombone was an instrument during Christopher Columbus time." Solomon S. MaotiI

"For 10 years Howie and the members of SNB have not only played great music
for our students but have actively involved them in their performance. We have had students play instruments, sing both solo and with the band. They learned firsthand about the various instruments, types of music and their social and cultural origins. We look forward to working-and learning-with Mr. Rich and his band of dedicated musicians." Dr. Ken Easum, Principal

"the music was reminiscent of classical ,jazz, and symphony, thus exposing these styles most-neglected by our students. The virtuosity of the ensemble members and the inclusion of the history of each instrument provided an important and invaluable experience." Mr. Frank Spicciatti, Lead Teacher

"This concert/workshop was instrumental in teaching about the history of each instrument played in the concert. The audience was given a demonstration of what harmony can bring in ones life just as the harmonious sounds of each instrument bring understandable music to the listener. In retrospect, music is universal in bringing a peaceful solution to a problematic society. This concert has improved social harmony because music has a universal language of its own that transcends ethnic barriers." Mr. Wilbert Watts Jr., Acting Assistant Director

"The musicians and the enthusiasm for their art becomes infectious, and our students thoroughly enjoy the time spent with these accomplished professionals." Howard Katzman, Principal

"Thank you again for your brilliant performance. The occasion will remain momentous as a result of your participation. We look forward to having your group perform again." Angela Cleveland, Principal

"The duet by Howie and Kirk Douglas on the song 'Are You Lonesome Tonight?' was way cool." Anonymous.

"Fourteen students made the honor roll. Specifically Debra Rigsby and Danielle Traub knew all eleven names for the bass, that 12 keys are needed for the harmonica (armonica), muleskin heads are on the congas, tenor and baritone saxes are made of brass, the guitar (vihuela), banjo and mandolin came from the middle east, a trombone can be made from a garden hose, and drumming involves 1/4th, 1/8th, and 1/16th notes." Meda E. Lubliner, Lead Teacher.

"The performance and clinic were exceptional and way cool, especially the
explanation and examples of the drum motifs." Mark Ratkovic, Teacher.

2002

January 25th at Del Rey High - LA, CA

"I really enjoyed the concert a lot and I appreciated it when Mike taught me how to play the drums. It was a good experience to play the drums for the first time. I really look forward to playing the drums again." Lisa Dervin

"They said it was the bomb." Principal Donna Cassyd

"They played good music. They were playing good instruments like the saxophone, violin, viola, cello, guitar, piano, and clarinet, but it was kind of long." Daniel Roman

"The name of the band came from the old school day when the parents use to tell the kids take a bath Saturday night so you could be ready on Sunday for church". Excerpt from March 2002 issue of the Odyssey News by Jenny Gomez

"The concert was one of the happiest i've been on. I learn that it doesn't have to be the kind of music that you like to enjoy a concert. I left that room with a present, and i'm really looking forward for them to come back,and give us another happy concert." Mariella Martinez

"I think the band, comprised of diverse ethnic backgrounds, and their music
honors our students and gives a festive feeling they interact with the band and feel important and proud, a vital ingredient for young adults self-esteem." Nick Bryan, Principal

"The students still have the harmonicas, play them, and speak of the performance enthusiastically. Watching the musicians interact, give a brief history, demonstrations, & explanations of instruments, rhythms, and styles all built school spirit and bonding. Students stayed after school to talk to members of the band." Teachers Paulette Blumstein and J. L. Lee

"Saturday Night Bath taught me that a lot of instruments comes from different parts of the world and from important people like Benjamin Franklin who invented a instrument that is used now" (harmonica). Cindy Ramos

2003

January 17th at Central High - LA, CA

"I remembered the Tololoche, Base drum, Armonica, Saxophone, Conga and the Drum. I liked the introduction of the history of some instruments, and I participated later after the concert. I won a wonderful harmonica instrument." Miguel Ayala

"We loved the student participation, the guitar, keyboard, drums, and bass. Referrals for discipline have been decreased. It was a very successful and inspiring project, and my personal observation gave me an overview of the many elements of music. The staff was impressed by the effectiveness of the lectures and was stimulated by the presence of professional musicians." Ms. Deborah Callahan, Principal

"We loved the beautiful sense of community and togetherness that your professional band with it's stimulating music (the horns, guitar, congas, harmonica, and bass), created for students, family, and faculty." Mr. Nick Bryan, Principal

"It taught me I can do anything if I put my mind to it." Shynice Gray

"We enjoyed the names of the instruments. The results of your program were a better work effort." Mr. Randall Klarin, Principal

2004

May 28th at Avalon High - Wilmington, CA

"The students and staff were very receptive and truly enjoyed your performance. Thanks so much for giving us the opportunity to hear your performance. They found the music to be very enjoyable and even enjoyed the rap music performed by the student. Students stayed after to get free music lessons and tried different instruments, which was very exciting for them. They also learned alot about the instruments." Ms. Jackie Ayala, Principal.

2005

April 13th at Five Acres School - Altadena, CA

"Our school serves special education students. The assembly and concert was a great success and our students tremendously enjoyed being exposed to live rock, pop, and jazz music." Craig Cotter, M.A. Director of Education.