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Vision Elite Program Updated July 14, 2006 Show Title: Rebirth of Funk Repertoire: Earth Wind and Fire Medley (September, Getaway, Reasons, Boogie Wonderland, Shining Star) Fantasy Birdland Vision Elite was established in Brooklyn this past November to serve youth in the Tri-State area. The corps is part of the year-round program of the Brooklyn Music and Arts Program. The inaugural program takes one on an exploration of the origins of funk, including the bebop era that passionately reflected the African-American experience. Though we think of funk today as referring to an aggressive dance music with a heavy groove, its origins were very much rooted in the harsh realities of an earlier era. Music selections include, “Earth, Wind and Fire Medley,” consisting of “September,” “Getaway,” Reasons,” Boogie Wonderland,” and Shining Star, “ plus the selections “Fantasy” and Quincy Jones’ contemporary arrangement of “Birdland.” Staff Executive Director- Tyrone Brown Corps Director- Antonio Thompson Brass Staff- Antonio Thompson (caption head) Bradley Kerr Green (arranger) Brian Dowery Gary Padmore Stanley Reed Percussion Staff- Timothy Greene (arranger, caption head) Damien Escarpeta Darick Kelly Phil Kester Guard Staff- Dani Vialpando Visual Staff- Izzy Delgado (designer) Antonio Thompson Stanley Reed Thanks Antonio Thompson Deputy Director- The Brooklyn Music and Arts Program Corps Director- Vision Elite Drum and Bugle Corps 321 Ashland Place Brooklyn, NY 11217 athompson@brooklynmusicandartsprogram.org (718) 399-2300 x.14 (phone) (718) 399-2351 (fax)

The Brooklyn Music and Arts Program (BMAP), is currently accepting resumes for a potential guard instructor. For over 15 years, the Brooklyn “Steppers” Marching Band has thrilled audiences throughout the country. As the program has continued to grow and develop the need for administrative and organizational support became evident. The Brooklyn Music and Arts Program, Inc. (BMAP) was founded 2004 with the mission to provide outstanding educational services that strengthen each child's academic capabilities, build their moral character and enhance their musical and artistic ability. Currently, over one hundred and thirty five students participate in our performing ensembles (the Brooklyn "Steppers" Marching Band, a Drum and Bugle Corps, New Jersey Nets Drumline, New York “Sticks” Drumline). Through our performance ensembles not only are we able to offer an exciting artistic experience but we are also able to provide to our youth: academic support, character development, monitoring, youth leadership, community service, and performance opportunities. If you are interested in applying for this position or if you have questions, please contact Antonio Thompson at: athompson@brooklynmusicandartsprogram.org, or to The Brooklyn Music and Arts Program Antonio Thompson 321 Ashland Place Brooklyn, NY 11217