Our camps are designed to let you concentrate, explore and flourish as a developing jazz musician.
~ Signatory

Middle School Students
and students entering middle school in 2018

Prerequisite: 12 months instruction
Audition required for placement only

July 8 – 12, 2019
Stanford University Campus
Lunch option
Supervised late pick up option

Program Highlights

Tailored to experience and ability
Led by world-class jazz artists and educators

Program Focus

Small combo, one-on-a-part improvisation and performance
Instrument specific and vocal master classes
Jazz theory and musicianship classes for ear training
Extended combo rehearsals
Free admission to nightly Stanford Jazz Festival concerts and CoHo jams
A private lesson for each student
Fun social activities and sports
Showcase performance and family dinner on Friday at Stanford University (details will be provided)

Giant Steps Day Camp Vocal Program

Fun introduction to jazz singing taught by Erin Simón. The Giant Steps Day Camp vocal program is for middle school students who have had experience singing in choir or show choir. You’ll sing in ensemble, you’ll learn to scat solo, and you’ll have a great time.

Jazz Camp Classes and Activities:

Jazz theory – focuses on harmony, song forms, scales, and advanced concepts
Musicianship – focuses on ear training and rhythm exercises
Masterclass – virtuoso faculty members teach advanced techniques
Special presentations and demonstrations – SJW faculty relate their experiences as leading artists in jazz, perform live demonstrations, and answer questions about what it’s like to study, perform, compose, and live a life in jazz
Small ensembles / combos – daily rehearsals in small combos directed by faculty artists
Private lessons – every student receives a private lesson with SJW faculty
Jam sessions – fun, optional playing sessions with other students and faculty
Afternoon free time – relax, practice or take part in the talent show, dorm dance, ice cream social, sports, arts and crafts, and jam sessions.