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Adult Jazz Programing
CCJA Adult Jazz Small Groups and Big Band
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.
Cancellation policy: Once a session has begun, we are not able to offer refunds. 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.
CCJA Denver/Boulder Adult Group Sessions - Upcoming
Summer Institute 2023: 3-Week Session, begins June 5th
Boulder Summer Institute 1-Week Session, Begins June 5th
Summer Institute Adult Ensembles
Denver Beginning Adult Small Group
Open to adults, the Summer Institute Beginning Adult group is a great opportunity to learn the basics of playing with a jazz small group. Students will work with a local professional musician on basic jazz repertoire, improvisation, and jazz ensemble playing. No prior jazz experience is necessary, but some experience on your instrument is required. This session will culminate with a concert open to the public on June 23rd at 6:30pm.
Denver Adult Small Group
The Denver CCJA Adult Group will meet twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 3 weeks in the month of June. There, CCJA students and faculty play and perform together as they study jazz improvisation, technique, style, theory, and history. Students are encouraged to express themselves improvisationally and through composing/arranging for their groups. At the end of the session, the CCJA Adult Group will perform for the public on June 23rd at 6:30pm.
Boulder Adult Small Group
The Boulder CCJA Adult Group will meet June 19-22nd. There, CCJA students and faculty play and perform together as they study jazz improvisation, technique, style, theory, and history. Students are encouraged to express themselves improvisationally and through composing/arranging for their groups. This session will culminate in a performance for the public on June 23rd at 6:30pm.