Thought to be the first course of its kind, the Giant Steps Jazz Course combines the best features of a weekend workshop, a residential course and a full-time music education. Open to players of all jazz instruments, the course comprises three residential weekend modules, interspersed with four self-study weeks during which players have time to absorb and practice what they’ve learned by completing assignments.

By the end of the very first weekend, attendees will create and record two original group compositions, producing “head” arrangements, solos and backings! While the format of each weekend session is centred on playing, parts of each session is given over to theory and listening.

One of the most important steps in musical improvement is to develop the ability to analyse and understand what you are hearing without the need for painstaking transcription. This powerful and often under-valued technique is something of a secret weapon for the improving musician, and attendees will be exposed to the process of recording and immediately evaluating what they have played.

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