Learn to play!
Students with no previous music experience are invited to begin their musical journey in this week-long summer camp. Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of their instrument of choice, including sound production, rhythm, and basic ensemble playing. Through guided instruction and collaborative music-making, students will begin playing songs within just a few days and share their learning in a culminating performance at the end of the week.
At the end of camp, they’ll be invited to keep learning in our Foundations program, which starts Fall 2026.
Program Details
2026 CAMP DATES
FOUNDATIONS - SOUTH
Monday, August 3 - Friday, August 7, 9 - 1 PM, daily
LOCATION TBA
FOUNDATIONS - NORTH
Monday, August 10 - Friday, August 14, 9 - 1 PM, daily
LOCATION TBA
INSTRUMENTS
Pick from Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Violin, Drums, Vibraphone, Voice.
Every student gets:
class materials and needed accessories
a free JazzED t-shirt
an instrument to use at camp* (if needed)
*A completed Instrument Loan Form is required if your student needs to use a JazzED instrument for the summer.
SLIDING SCALE TUITION
We believe that every student who wants to play should get to play. That’s why we offer a variety of tuition levels for our programming.
We encourage you to select the option that’s best for your family at this time.
If you’re unable to pay for tuition at any level at this time, we want you in our classes! Please click here to request a code for our no-tuition option. No questions asked, no info required.
If you’re able to choose a level that is above standard tuition, your support will go even farther to ensure:
Every student has access to JazzED programs, regardless of their ability to pay.
Teaching artists can earn a livable wage while mentoring and inspiring our next generation of musicians.
A new Washington State law (ESSB 5814) requires us to add sales tax to tuition. Sales tax will apply to all tuition amounts up to our standard tuition level.
You can also read our refund policy (recommended).
Questions?
If you have any questions about this program, or you need assistance with registration or sliding-scale tuition, please email programs@seattlejazzed.org and one of our program staff will be happy to help!
“It was a challenging learning environment, but encouraging and attainable as well. The instructors were incredible! And the process, communication, and organization was flawless. The camp inspired my kid to jump into learning music. They have been interested before but now they are passionate about it. ”
What parents are saying...
“My daughter had never picked up a clarinet before. In four days she was playing in a concert!”
“This camp could be life changing for your child. It will open up a new world. ”
“It was a great use of time, highly organized and our child walked away with a great experience!”
“JazzED is a place that is child-centered. What they love is music. You may be giving your child a lifeline. ”
“My son LOVED the Jazz Foundations Camp. ”
