Explore Jazz in a Welcoming Community
Join us at Jazz Camp, one of the world’s premier summer music programs for young musicians ages 12–17. Open to instrumentalists and vocalists of all skill levels, Jazz Camp offers a welcoming space to explore jazz, learn from world-class artists, and make lasting friendships.
Explore Jazz in a Welcoming Community
Join us at Jazz Camp, one of the world’s premier summer music programs for young musicians ages 12–17. Open to instrumentalists and vocalists of all skill levels, Jazz Camp offers a welcoming space to explore jazz, learn from world-class artists, and make lasting friendships.
Build Skills Through Collaboration
At the heart of the Jazz Camp experience is playing or singing in a small ensemble. Each day you’ll rehearse, take masterclasses, and strengthen essential skills — from listening and improvisation to technique, theory, and leadership. Along the way, you’ll deepen your understanding of jazz and grow as a musician while sharing the joy of music with peers who share your passion.
Build Skills Through Collaboration
At the heart of the Jazz Camp experience is playing or singing in a small ensemble. Each day you’ll rehearse, take masterclasses, and strengthen essential skills — from listening and improvisation to technique, theory, and leadership. Along the way, you’ll deepen your understanding of jazz and grow as a musician while sharing the joy of music with peers who share your passion.
Immerse Yourself in the SJW Experience
On campus or as a commuter, you’ll be part of the vibrant Stanford Jazz Workshop community. Beyond classes and rehearsals, you’ll connect with world-class artists, attend concerts, and join jam sessions that make every day unforgettable.
Immerse Yourself in the SJW Experience
On campus or as a commuter, you’ll be part of the vibrant Stanford Jazz Workshop community. Beyond classes and rehearsals, you’ll connect with world-class artists, attend concerts, and join jam sessions that make every day unforgettable.
Your six days at Jazz Camp include:
Small Ensemble Intensive
Refine your musicianship in daily small-ensemble rehearsals guided by world-class jazz artists.
Masterclasses & Musicianship
Learn directly from renowned faculty in instrumental and vocal technique, theory, ear training, and improvisation.
Personalized Learning
Follow a schedule tailored to your experience and goals, from beginner to advanced.
Improvisation at the Core
Build confidence and creativity through structured improvisation classes and rehearsals.
Jazz in Context
Explore the history and cultural impact of jazz and its most influential artists.
A Creative Community
Connect with passionate young musicians and inspiring faculty in an inclusive and supportive environment.
Residential life at Stanford
Immerse yourself fully in the Jazz Camp experience with easy access to faculty, peers, and nightly Stanford Jazz Festival concerts.
Final Showcase
Share your growth by performing with your ensemble for family and friends.
Discover Your Musical Voice
Jazz Camp provides the perfect environment to explore, grow, and develop your unique sound. Over the course of a week, you’ll sharpen your skills, form lasting connections, and immerse yourself in the rich tradition of jazz.
Discover Your Musical Voice
Jazz Camp provides the perfect environment to explore, grow, and develop your unique sound. Over the course of a week, you’ll sharpen your skills, form lasting connections, and immerse yourself in the rich tradition of jazz.
Program details
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Jazz Camp is open to instrumentalists and vocalists ages 12–17. Students must have at least 18 months of instruction on their instrument or voice and be able to read music. (Resident program available for ages 13 and up.)
There are two weeks for Jazz Camp: July 12 – 17, or July 19 – 24, 2026
Jazz Camp classes and programs occur during the following hours:
- Sunday from check in (11:00 a.m. for residents, 12 noon for commuters) – 6:00 p.m.
- Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
- Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Showcase 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Attendance is optional at the nightly Stanford Jazz Festival concerts, which run from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
All classes and performances are held at the Braun Music Center on the Stanford University campus, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford, CA 94305.
- Tuition for six days of instruction: $1,750
- Housing and meals: $1,250
Financial aid is available; you may apply for financial aid during the online registration process. Click for details on program pricing.
There is no audition to be accepted into Jazz Camp. We’ll ask you to submit a recording of your playing as well as to take an online music theory evaluation — both of which will help us place you in the classes and ensembles that are ideal for you. Once you register, we’ll email the instructions on how to create and submit your placement recording.
Most instruments are welcome at Jazz Camp, including:
- All brass instruments (trumpet, F horn, trombone, baritone, tuba)
- All woodwinds (flute, clarinet, saxophone)
- All strings (violin, viola, cello)
- All rhythm section instruments (guitar, piano, keyboards, vibraphone, bass, drums)
- Vocalists are welcome!
Jazz Camp Faculty
Download the 2026 Camp Brochure
