
Adult Jazz Programing
CCJA Adult Jazz Small Groups
In 2018, CCJA sought to create an arm of the organization for talented and curious adult musicians, bringing the organization's same excellent jazz educational programming to adults ages 18 and up. The CCJA Adult Small Groups are led by professional mentors with the occasional assistance of near-peer mentors. These mentors are all accomplished professional musicians, most of whom also teach at the collegiate level and they have a wealth of experience to share with students of all ages. Learn more about our faculty here.
The Denver CCJA Adult Group will meet throughout the academic year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) in the format of weekly rehearsals where CCJA students and faculty play and perform together as they study jazz improvisation, technique, style, theory, and history. Summer offerings will be available as well. Students are encouraged to express themselves improvisationally and through composing/arranging for their groups. At the end of each session, CCJA Adult Groups perform for the public, often at noted area jazz venues.
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Cancellation policy: Once a session has begun, we are not able to offer refunds. If you request a refund before the session starts, it will be issued during the first week of the session. We can work out credit toward a future program on a case by case basis. CCJA's costs are fixed once a session begins, based on the enrollment at that time. Thank you for your understanding.
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Spring 2026
Registration opens later today!
Denver Adult Small Groups
Denver Adult Small Groups
The Denver CCJA Adult Group is a 10 week course with 9 rehearsals and a performance. There, CCJA students and faculty play and perform together as they study jazz improvisation, technique, style, theory, and history. Each group is directed by a professional musician in the Denver music scene. Students are encouraged to express themselves improvisationally and through composing/arranging for their groups. Beginners are welcome!
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Tuition for this session is $365. Rehearsals take place from 5-6:30 or 7-8:30pm at 800 Kalamath.
Tuesday
Dates:
February 3, 10, 17, 24
March 3, 10, 17
April 7, 14
Performance: April 19th
@ 800 Kalamath
Thursday
Dates:
February 5, 12, 19, 26
March 5, 12, 19
April 9, 16
Performance: April 19th
@ 800 Kalamath
Guitar Ensemble: This will be just like a "normal" ensemble with bass and drums spots available, but rather than have horns or a vocalist playing the heads, up to 5 guitar players will play the heads as an ensemble. There will still be lots of instruction regarding improvising!
Kent Denver Adult Small Group
Kent Denver Adult Piano Ensemble
The Kent Denver CCJA Adult Piano Ensemble is a 10 week course with 9 rehearsals and a performance. There, CCJA students and faculty play and perform together as they study jazz improvisation, technique, style, theory, and history. Each group is directed by a professional musician in the Denver music scene. Students are encouraged to express themselves improvisationally and through composing/arranging for their groups. This group will consist of 4 piano players and a drummer, led by director Justin Adams. Find out all the amazing things you can do on the piano!
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Tuition for this session is $365. Rehearsals take place from 7-8:30pm at Kent Denver School.
Dates:
February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, April 7, 14
Performance: April 19th @ 800 Kalamath
Boulder Adult Small Groups
Boulder Adult Small Group
The Boulder CCJA Adult Group is a 10 week course with 9 rehearsals and a concert. There, CCJA students and faculty play and perform together as they study jazz improvisation, technique, style, theory, and history. Each group is directed by a professional musician in the Colorado music scene. Students are encouraged to express themselves improvisationally and through composing/arranging for their groups.
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Tuition for this session is $365. Rehearsals will take place on Thursdays from 7-8:30pm at the Carlson Gym on the CU Boulder campus.
Dates:
February 3, 10, 17, 24
March 3, 10, 17
April 7, 14
Performance: April 19th
@ 800 Kalamath
Dates:
February 5, 12, 19, 26
March 5, 12, 19
April 9, 16
Performance: April 19th
@ 800 Kalamath
