Philly Loves Jazz

Andy uses his books as jump-off points into simple lessons in music, jazz, history and writing.
The books can be curated to emphasize Latin (Salsa); Hip-Hop or Jazz. Multi-media presentation includes actual Musicians, Youtube Videos and his live story-telling and guiding.

Pennsylvania Curriculum Standards

(A=Assembly; W=Workshop; R=Residency)

9.1 Production, Performance and Exhibition of Dance, Music, Theatre and Visual Arts A, W, R

15.4 Learning Through Experience A, W, R

25.3 Pro-Social Relationships with Adults A, W, R

25.4 Pro-Social Relationships with Peers A, W, R

Art Form(s): Music, Theater

Genre: Multicultural, Jazz

School-Based Programs

Program Descriptions

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Assembly, Workshop, and Residency Offerings

Philly Loves Jazz Assembly

The Assembly is a miniature-music festival taking students on a musical journey told through stories and memorable characters.

Best for: K-5

Also available as a Workshop or Residency!

Featuring: Andy Blackman Hurwitz + the Philly Loves Jazz Orchestra

Andy Blackman Hurwitz is an attorney, entrepreneur and music industry veteran.
He is also an educator, Executive Director of a Philly Art's non-profit and a celebrated children's author.

Joined Musicopia: 2021