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Jazz Camp – July 13 – 18 & July 20 – 25

Join us at Jazz Camp for a week of learning, playing, and connecting through music.

Register now!
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Jazz Camp July 13 – 18 & July 20 – 25

Join us at Jazz Camp for a week of learning, playing, and connecting through music.

Register now!

Jazz Camp: Play, Learn, Connect

REGISTER NOW!

Join us at Jazz Camp, one of the world’s premier summer music programs! Open to young musicians ages 12–17, Jazz Camp welcomes instrumentalists and vocalists of all skill levels. Whether you’re an aspiring jazz improviser or just beginning your jazz journey, you’ll be immersed in a fun, supportive, and inspiring environment where you can learn, play, and grow alongside world-class faculty and fellow young musicians.

Join us at Jazz Camp, one of the world’s premier summer music programs! Open to young musicians ages 12–17, Jazz Camp welcomes instrumentalists and vocalists of all skill levels. Whether you’re an aspiring jazz improviser or just beginning your jazz journey, you’ll be immersed in a fun, supportive, and inspiring environment where you can learn, play, and grow alongside world-class faculty and fellow young musicians.

At the core of the Jazz Camp experience is playing or singing in a small band—just like the legendary ensembles heard on classic recordings by Miles Davis, Alice Coltrane, Horace Silver, Sonny Rollins, and modern greats like Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, and Roy Hargrove.

Each day, you’ll dive into a curriculum designed to strengthen your role within the combo, sharpening essential skills like listening, technique, vocabulary, improvisation, and leadership. As you rehearse and perform, you’ll not only develop as a musician but also gain a deeper appreciation for the rich and dynamic tradition of jazz.

At the core of the Jazz Camp experience is playing or singing in a small band—just like the legendary ensembles heard on classic recordings by Miles Davis, Alice Coltrane, Horace Silver, Sonny Rollins, and modern greats like Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, and Roy Hargrove.

Each day, you’ll dive into a curriculum designed to strengthen your role within the combo, sharpening essential skills like listening, technique, vocabulary, improvisation, and leadership. As you rehearse and perform, you’ll not only develop as a musician but also gain a deeper appreciation for the rich and dynamic tradition of jazz.

At Jazz Camp, six days of immersive learning will sharpen your jazz skills, expand your creativity, and connect you with lifelong friends—all while experiencing an exciting and inspiring summer of music. Whether you stay on campus or commute, you’ll thrive as part of the Stanford Jazz Workshop’s vibrant community of artists, educators, and passionate young musicians.

At Jazz Camp, six days of immersive learning will sharpen your jazz skills, expand your creativity, and connect you with lifelong friends—all while experiencing an exciting and inspiring summer of music. Whether you stay on campus or commute, you’ll thrive as part of the Stanford Jazz Workshop’s vibrant community of artists, educators, and passionate young musicians.

Your six days at Jazz Camp include:

Intensive Combo Experience

Under the guidance of world-class jazz artists and educators, you will refine your musicianship, enhance your improvisational skills, and develop leadership abilities through focused small ensemble rehearsals and performances.

Access to Leading Jazz Artists

Engage with renowned jazz musicians and educators in daily masterclasses, musicianship training, music theory sessions, and exclusive artist presentations.

Personalized Instruction

Your coursework is carefully tailored to match your experience level, whether you are new to jazz or already performing in your school’s jazz ensemble.

Emphasis on Improvisation

Through structured classes and rehearsals, you will explore and develop your improvisational skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Exploring Jazz in a Cultural Context

Jazz has played a pivotal role in American history, both as an art form and a force for social change. Gain insight into the profound contributions of jazz musicians to American culture and society.

A Thriving Jazz Community

Join a network of passionate young musicians and esteemed faculty, forming lasting connections that will support your growth as both a jazz artist and an individual.

On-Campus Residential Option

Living on campus enhances your Jazz Camp experience, providing additional opportunities to engage with faculty artists and attend Stanford Jazz Festival performances.

Final Performance Showcase

Jazz Camp culminates in a live performance, where you will showcase your growth and artistry by performing in a small ensemble for family and friends.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just beginning your jazz journey, Jazz Camp offers the ideal environment to explore, grow, and develop your unique musical voice.

Join us for an inspiring week of music, where you’ll sharpen your skills, connect with fellow musicians, and immerse yourself in the rich tradition of jazz.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just beginning your jazz journey, Jazz Camp offers the ideal environment to explore, grow, and develop your unique musical voice.

Join us for an inspiring week of music, where you’ll sharpen your skills, connect with fellow musicians, and immerse yourself in the rich tradition of jazz.

Program details

Who is Jazz Camp for? What are the dates and times?Where is Jazz Camp held?What is the cost of Jazz Camp?Is there an audition?What instruments are accepted?
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Jazz Camp is for high school vocalists and instrumentalists ages 17 and under, and for current middle school students ages 12 and up who will be comfortable in a high-school environment. Students under the age of 12 are considered for the program on a case-by-case basis.

We require that students have at least 18 months of instruction on their instrument or voice, either in a school environment or in private lessons.

There are two weeks for Jazz Camp: July 13 – 18, or July 20 – 25, 2025.

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.

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  • Tuition for six days of instruction: $1,650
  • Housing and meals: $1,100

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.

You can play just about any instrument at SJW, 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!
  • And many others — just ask us!