The next Summer Jazz Camp will be held in June 2009.
For students 12-18 years old - 6th through 12th grade
Students receive two weeks of intense instruction and playing in various areas of jazz: theory, small ensemble, big band, master classes, instrument-specific instruction, arranging, and other areas. Skill level: Students should have basic playing knowledge on their instruments. This is not a class for people who have never played before.
The camp takes place at the Archbishop Mitty High School, 5000 Mitty Way, San Jose, CA 95129
Brian Brockhouse, jazz camp coordinator
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(408) 288-7557 ext.2342 fax: (408) 288 7598
San Jose Jazz members’ children and grand-children: $600 ($650 if paid after May 18, 2009) Non-members: $650 ($700 if paid after May 18, 2009)
Memberships start at $65 and include great benefits. Click for information on Membership, or call Madelyn Crawford at (408) 288-7557 ext.2335.
Scholarships are available and will be awarded based on need and ability.
Help students, fund a scholarship
There's an opportunity for jazz supporters to contribute to the Jazz Camp Scholarship Fund. Last year of 110 students at Camp, 40 received scholarship support. Invest in the future of Jazz--call Madelyn Crawford, 408-288-7557 x2335 to contribute. All contributions to the Scholarship Fund are fully tax deductible. Funders will be recognized at the Camp, in the San Jose Jazz newsletter and in the Festival program.
