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2026 Summer Programs

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Summer Programs at Stanford Jazz Workshop

Our summer jazz immersion programs take place on the beautiful Stanford University campus, where everything – classrooms, performance venues, dining, and dorms – is just steps away.

During the summer, Stanford Jazz Workshop becomes a self-contained jazz village, fostering an environment where students can fully immerse themselves in music. With world-class faculty and artists always nearby, musical interaction happens naturally and often, creating an inspiring exchange between generations of jazz musicians.

The excellent and secure facilities of the Braun Music Center provide the perfect setting for this vibrant, collaborative experience.

One-Week Programs

Giant Steps Day Camp

Ages: Middle school musicians
Format: Day camp 
Dates: July 6-10

Step into jazz! Designed for middle school students, Giant Steps introduces jazz styles, improvisation, and ensemble playing through fun, hands-on learning and daily master classes.

Jazz Camp 

Ages: 12–17 (instrumentalists and vocalists)
Format: Day or residential (13+)
Dates: July 12-17 or July 19-24

Take your jazz skills to the next level.
Jazz Camp students deepen their musicianship through small ensemble rehearsals, classes, and jam sessions with world-class faculty. Residential students enjoy full campus life and nightly concerts.

Jazz Institute 

Ages: 14–18 ( instrumentalists and vocalists by audition)
Format: Day or residential
Dates: July 26-31

Live and breathe jazz at the highest level during the Jazz Institute. Study with acclaimed artists, perform in small combos, and experience nightly performances at the Stanford Jazz Festival in this intensive, advanced program.

Two-Week Programs

Giant Steps Two-Week Program

Ages: Middle school musicians
Format: Day camp only week one; residential option 13+ week two
Dates: July 6-17 (No instruction on Saturday, July 11)

For middle school musicians ready for a deeper dive, the Giant Steps Two-Week Program combines a week of Day Camp with a week of Jazz Camp. Students build confidence, explore improvisation, and experience the joy of jazz in a fun, supportive community.

Jazz Camp Two-Week Program

Ages: 12–17 (instrumentalists and vocalists)
Format: Day or residential (13+)
Dates: July 12-24

This extended 13-day experience gives students more time to grow as players and collaborators. With additional ensemble work, daily classes, and evening jam sessions, the Jazz Camp Two-Week Program offers a complete immersion in jazz learning and creativity.

Advanced Two-Week Program 

Ages: 14–18 ( instrumentalists and vocalists by audition)
Format: Day or residential
Dates: July 19-31

The most comprehensive SJW experience, the Advanced Two-Week Program pairs one week of Jazz Camp with a week of Jazz Institute. Students refine their technique, perform alongside top young musicians, and learn directly from renowned jazz artists and educators.