Get into Jazz: A new crash course in jazz!
Overview
Have you got the jazz bug but don’t know where to start? Then this 4-part introductory course is for you! It’s specially designed for people who already play an instrument and want to learn to improvise in a jazz band.
In a fun, relaxed atmosphere, we work on one tune per session, exploring different improvisation methods and discussing practice techniques.
Groups are limited to 7 participants plus bass and drums.
Who can join?
Anyone who plays an instrument to roughly Grade 5 level. Please enquire if you’re not sure it’s right for you!
When?
This course will be held on Wednesday mornings in October 2026.
Where?
Worthing. Please submit an enquiry for the exact location.
How much?
£200 per person for the 4 sessions.
Practical workshops: Intermediate series
Overview
Have you been playing your favourite jazz standards but want to go deeper into improvisation, explore jazz harmony and develop your performance skills? If so, this course is for you.
Over 8 sessions, we explore a range of jazz repertoire, styles and improvisation methods. At the end of the term there’s a gig (open to the public) where each workshop band performs a set.
The intermediate workshops are limited to 7 people, comprising bass, drums, piano, guitar (or vibraphone), and 3 front line instruments, such as saxophone, trumpet, clarinet, flute, trombone. Other instruments can be accommodated if not listed here!
Who can join?
Anyone who plays an instrument to roughly Grade 6 level and has some experience playing jazz standards. Please enquire if you’re not sure if it’s right for you!
When?
There are different ensembles and some run in the daytime whilst some run in the evening. The days can change from term-to-term so get in touch to find out the dates for the next course.
Where?
Courses take place in Worthing. Please submit an enquiry for the exact address
How much?
The practical workshops cost £320 per person per term. This includes all resources, tuition and the end-of-term performance opportunity. Fees and course length are subject to change and are confirmed before each course.
Theory courses
Overview
The theory course covers the essential components of jazz harmony: scales and modes, chord symbols and extensions, and tune analysis. The goal is to help you understand and interpret “lead sheets”, and get to grips with the theory and language around this genre of music.
Who can join?
This course is designed for people with some general music theory knowledge who want to explore the specifics of jazz harmony. The prerequisite for this course is that you have a basic understanding of key signatures, the circle of 5ths, and major and minor scales. If you’re not sure if it’s right for you, just enquire and we can have a chat.
When?
This varies per term but usually it’s held on a Saturday.
Where?
Currently, all courses are held in Worthing. Full details are provided when you sign up.
How much?
Please enquire about costs for this course.