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Eastman Summer Jazz
Studies at the University
of Rochester
Rochester, New York
July 2–13
This two-week program provides an
intensive, performance-based experience
for highly motivated students currently in
grades 9–12 and is ideally suited for those
considering jazz studies at the collegiate
level. Students work directly with the
renowned Eastman School of Music jazz
faculty during the two-week session in a
rigorous program designed to enhance
improvisational and ensemble skills.
Faculty: Jeff Campbell, Harold Danko, Bob
Schneider, Paul Hofmann, Dariusz
Cost:
Terefendo, Bill Tiberio, more.
$1,989 (two-weeks room and
board); $25 deposit.
Contact: (800) 246-4706;
esm.rochester.edu/summer/jazz
Hudson Jazzworks
Hudson, New York
August 9–12
The sixth edition of the Hudson Jazz
Workshop boasts a curriculum with an
improvisational and compositional focus.
Highlights include a special guest artist
who will conduct a seminar and headline
a public concert on the final day of camp.
Faculty: Armen Donelian, Marc Mommaas,
special guest Joe Locke.
Cost: $585.
Contact: info@hudsonjazzworks.org;
hudsonjazzworks.org
Jazz House Summer
Workshop
Montclair, New Jersey
August 6–18
Artistic Chair Christian McBride and Camp
Director Mike Lee have assembled a faculty
of top jazz performing and recording
artists that offer personal instruction and
pro advice to budding musicians. This
year’s camp will feature over 100 students,
faculty and special guests.
Faculty: Christian McBride, Billy Hart, Freddie
Hendrix, Dave Stryker, Michele
Rosewoman, Mike Lee, Bob Ferrel,
Bruce Williams, Radam Schwartz,
Oscar Perez, Andy McKee, Steve
Johns, Ted Chubb, more.
Cost: Before March 15: $950;
before May 15: $1,050.
Contact: Ryan Maloney,
rmaloney@jazzhousekids.org.
Jazz in July Summer
Music Programs
July 9–20
Amherst, Massachusetts
Jazz in July’s two-week program unites
students with pro artists as they instruct
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