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

High School Vocalists

Prerequisite: 12 months instruction
Audition for placement only

July 16 – 21 or July 23 – 28, 2023

Stanford University Campus
campus housing with meal plan available,
or commute from off-campus

Program Highlights

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

Program Focus

Basic Repertoire, improvisation and voice key identification
Phrasing, improvisation and interpretation
Understanding charts, arranging, band communication
Basic vocal and microphone technique with daily extended combo rehearsals

TUITION: $1,475 per week

HOUSING AND MEALS: $990 per week

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Jazz Camp Vocal Program

Fun introduction to jazz singing, with a professional piano trio. 12–17 years of age. The emphasis is split between ensemble jazz and solo jazz. Singing fundamentals will be taught and emphasized.

Jazz Camp Vocal Program 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
Solo singing instruction & improvisation – daily rehearsals with a professional faculty piano trio directed by vocal faculty
Private lessons – every student receives a private lesson with SJW faculty
Jam sessions – fun, optional playing sessions with other instrumentalist students
Afternoon free time – relax, practice or take part in the talent show, dorm dance, ice cream social, sports, arts and crafts, and jam sessions.