Get into Jazz: A new crash course in jazz!
Overview
This is a short, 4-part course for people who already play an instrument but have had little or no exposure to jazz or improvisation. Think of this as "Jazz 101".
We’ll work on one simple tune per session, talk about interacting within the jazz ensemble, learn about improvisation methods and discuss practice techniques.
Groups will be limited to 7 participants plus bass and drums.
Who can join?
Anyone who plays an instrument to roughly Grade 5 level.
When?
This course will be held on Wednesday mornings in June 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
Practical workshops are run as 7-piece ensembles, 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!
Over a period of 8-10 weeks, we explore a range of jazz repertoire, styles and improvisation methods. We’ll talk about interacting within the jazz ensemble, learn about improvisation methods and discuss practice techniques. At the end of the term there’s a gig (open to the public) where each band performs a set.
Who can join?
This is an intermediate group. The average participant is someone who has played some jazz already but is at the stage of wanting to gain more experience in a small jazz group, and get to grips with improvisation. It is possible to join with very limited knowledge of jazz harmony and theory but if this is the case, you might be encouraged to attend the theory course!
When?
The ensembles run for 8-10 weeks per term, with some during the day and some in the evening. Please get in touch to find out the dates for the next course.
Where?
Courses currently take place in a community hall in Worthing. Please submit an enquiry for the exact address.
How much?
The practical workshops cost £300 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.