Description

The Austin Jazz Project, now in its sixth year, was conceived by a group of accomplished jazz musicians with strong education backgrounds in order to teach young musicians the art of improvisation and small combo jazz playing.

Over the course of 5 days, the participants will learn the art of arranging, interpreting, and improvising over a variety of jazz standards. In addition to performing, students will actively learn about jazz through listening sessions, ear training sessions and masterclasses designed to reinforce their understanding of this great American art form.

The workshop will culminate in a final public performance/celebration giving participants the opportunity to demonstrate their new skills for friends and family.

Activities

  • Daily small combo coaching sessions with faculty members
  • Listening to milestone jazz recordings
  • Transcription
  • Arranging
  • Individual instrument sessions with warm up and practice tips
  • Historical perspectives
  • Guest Artists
  • Jazz theory and harmony sessions
    Understanding the Blues
    What’s in a ii-V-I ?
    Styles seminar
    Ear training