Join us as we explore new sounds, grooves and rhythms from around the world. This course covers standard Big Band repertoire and introduces fundamental jazz skills such as call and response, riffing and the blues. There is also time spent listening to and discussing contemporary performers / music.

All instruments welcome - instrumentalists should be of a good grade 2+ standard but need no Jazz experience. Up to grade 8’s welcome. The final day culminates with a performance in JAPS Hall. Family and friends are invited to the performance.  Select here for an application form.

Tuesday 26th - Friday 29th August 2008

9.30am—3.30pm Tues-Thurs
9.30am—4.00pm Friday

BIG BAND TUTORS – Luke Annesley, Jim Howard and guest bass/rhythm tutor

Luke Annesley is a freelance musician, playing with his own quartet and many other orchestras. As well as recording and TV work he teaches saxophone at Dulwich College.

Jim Howard performs with jazz and contemporary music groups including his own band Hill of Beans. He teaches brass at JASSPA and DCPS, leads music workshops and is a composer for film / TV.

COURSE FEE       

£135. We offer a 10% discount for families sending more than one child.

VENUE                    

JASSPA at James Allen’s Preparatory School, East Dulwich Grove, Dulwich SE22 8TE

WHAT TO BRING                    

A packed lunch and plenty of drinks.
Bring all instruments played over grade 2 standard (Percussion and Piano provided)

PERFORMANCE       

3.30pm on Friday 29th August

Select here for an application form.