Join your fellow jazz enthusiasts and learn to approach jazz with a holistic understanding of its history and development. Jazz theory will be a daily focus. You’ll work closely with faculty in small ensembles, masterclasses, and group discussions.

Program Details

ELIGIBILITY

  • Grades: 9-12 (as of 2025-2026 school year)

  • Required skills: Students should possess the following:

    • Technical command of their instrument.

    • Elementary improvisation experience.

    • Basic knowledge of music theory (i.e., familiarity with major scales and 12-bar blues form).

2025 CAMP DATES
Monday, August 11 - Friday, August 15
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, daily

CAMP LOCATION
Seattle JazzED South Lake Union site (380 Boren Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109)

PERFORMANCE
Final performances are a meaningful part of the camp experience, offering a chance to celebrate your student's hard work. We'll share more details about the time and venue as soon as they are confirmed. We typically host the performance on the last day of camp. Stay tuned!

SLIDING SCALE TUITION
We are committed to this program being financially accessible for ALL families. You select the tuition amount that works for you. Your tuition supports our ability to pay educators a fair wage, provide classroom supplies and sheet music, and subsidize tuition for other families.

  • $800 (full tuition): Reflects the full cost of class and helps ensure everyone can participate.

  • $600 (25% off): A meaningful contribution that balances your needs and supports others.

  • $400 (50% off): A flexible option for families balancing other financial priorities.

  • $200 (75% off): A reduced rate for families prioritizing affordability.

  • $0 (FREE): Fully covered for families who need it, no questions asked.

You will have the option of choosing your tuition on the registration check-out page. Be sure to select the payment plan option if you want to break your payments up. Please note you will also have the option of paying your chosen amount in full if you prefer.  

If you'd like to pay a DIFFERENT sliding scale amount than the options here, fill out our easy online form, and we'll send you a custom tuition code. 

You can also read our refund policy (recommended).

Questions?

If you have any questions about this program, or you need assistance with registration or sliding-scale tuition, please email programs@seattlejazzed.org and one of our program staff will be happy to help!