Camp Directors: Paul Hofreiter and Megan Hofreiter
August 5-9
Grades 8-12
8:45AM - 12:30PM

Jazz Combo Boot Camp is a great opportunity for students of all instruments to take their existing knowledge of jazz to the next level by learning to play at a higher level with their peers under the guidance of working jazz professionals. Students will learn how to play in a small jazz combo setting—something not available in most middle/high schools, which usually only offer big band formats.

Melodic, harmonic and rhythmic instrumentalists will learn their roles in a small jazz group and how to “run” the ensemble, all while playing with professional musicians who will drive them past the level at which they normally play in a fun and challenging way. In addition to group lessons based on instrument, students will enjoy specialty classes such as combo class, jazz theory and improv, and a short listening class that will tie directly into what they are learning at camp.

Students can better get to know one another during a mid-morning break, during which they can relax and eat a quick snack that they have brought. Jazz Combo Boot Camp will conclude with a final performance on Friday, when the students can show off all they have learned during the week.

Prerequisites
Students must have some background in jazz, as this is not a camp for absolute beginners. Students must be entering grades 8 through 12 in the fall of 2013. Students will be contacted to schedule a placement hearing once they have registered. Questions regarding this process should be directed to the Conservatory office by calling 609-921-7104.

Location
Jazz Combo Boot Camp will be held on the Westminster Choir College campus in Princeton Hall. Directions will be sent in the confirmation packet.

$50 Late Fee added to tuition for registrations received one week prior to starting date of camp.

Fee includes assignment folder plus a Westminster Conservatory T-shirt.

A non-refundable deposit of $100 per session is due with the application. The balance of the fee is due by June 1. Registrations received after June 1 must pay in full. Cancellations after June 1 will receive a refund (less deposit, above) only if another student can be placed from a waiting list.

Refer a Friend Program
For each friend that you refer to Jazz Combo Boot Camp, you will receive a discount on your Jazz Combo Boot Camp tuition provided the friend registers for Jazz Combo Boot Camp and puts your name on their registration form in the Refer-a-Friend section.

Limit:  4 referrals per student

• Discount:  $25 off your tuition per referral