About the Workshop
We are excited to announce our 9th annual Summer Jazz Workshop! Spend five days and evenings immersed in jazz, working with top-notch instructors through sectionals, classroom sessions, masterclasses, and ensemble rehearsals. Our evening concert series highlights our talented faculty and guest artists.
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August 10th – 14th, Monday - Friday
​University of Victoria MacLaurin Building
Victoria, BC V8N 4V3, Canada​​
Core Faculty
Sean Fyfe
Piano
John Lee
Piano, Bass, Drums
Graham Villette
Drums
Nicolas Marquez
Percussion
Ashley Wey
Piano
Jennifer Scott
Vocals
Joe Hatheril
Saxophone
Brian Tate
Vocals
Louis Rudner
Bass
Rhys Batstone
Saxophone
Dave Flello
Trumpet
Wes Carroll
Guitar
Workshop Pricing
Full Workshop - $650
Over 5.5 hours of comprehensive instruction
every day.
9 am - 4:15 pm.
Afternoon Masterclasses - $300
Choose a 90 minute masterclass to attend each day.
1 pm - 2:30 pm.
Piano Bootcamp - $400
Spend an afternoon at camp with Linda Gould and other Faculty.
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm.
Day Camper - $150
Attend on one of the days of your choice.
3.5 hours total, with the option to listen to a combo rehersal or take an extended lunch.
9:00 am - 2:30 pm.
Concert series tickets are included with the workshop.
Three evenings of double bills featuring UJAM faculty and friends. (Tuesday-Thursday)
at the Phillip T. Young Recital Hall. View the full lineup →
Policies
Bursaries​
We have limited funding to assist deserving students in attending the Workshop. Eligibility is determined by achievement and need. A form is available for download here. The deadline for submissions is June 30th.
Lunches
Due to regulations at UVic, we cannot guarantee any food catering during the workshop. Please plan to bring your own food to eat during the day.
Housing
As UVic does not offer on-campus housing during our workshop week, out-of-town participants will be responsible for their own arrangements. In the case of younger students, we will be compiling a list of local participants who may wish to take a billet.
Deposits
The Full Workshop and Piano Bootcamp are sold during registration as deposits of $300, and the balance for the workshop must be paid later.​ The second (final) half of these payments will be sent out by email on
June 1st, and will be due on July 31st.
Discounts
Discounts to the Workshop prices will be applied using the "coupon code" feature available at checkout. The coupons will be applied to the first payment made directly after filling out the Workshop Registration Form.
Acceptance
For some instruments, particularly in the rhythm section, we can accept only a limited number of participants to ensure that everyone has a place in an ensemble. We encourage early registration, as late registrants may be placed on a waitlist.
Video Audition & Theory Quiz
We are excited to be able to support a wide range of ages and musical abilities. Those who want to participate in the full workshop are asked to complete an audition video and theory quiz. These do not filter out participants. The information helps us to create a schedule that works for you. The audition and quiz are due June 30th. Submit early if possible.
How to complete the video audition
1. Record a video of you playing your instrument.
The video should demonstrate your current level of ability. It should be around 30 seconds - 2 minutes long. Ideally, the audio from your playing is clear and your instrument is visible.
2. Submit the video through the Workshop Registration Form, or by email at summerworkshop@ujam.ca
Either an unlisted youtube video or a google drive link is recommended.
How to complete the theory quiz
Take the quiz here:
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