Jazz Improvisation Workshop

Dr. Seth Carper, Instructor

Learn more about jazz improvisation, theory, ear training, and significant recordings with Dr. Seth Carper!

Tuesdays, beginning on February 11th
Level 1: 6-6:45pm
Level 2: 6:45-7:30pm
10 sessions: $235, scholarships available

Level 1: 

Open to teens (6th grade and older) on all instruments. This class is for anyone looking to gain a rudimentary understanding of jazz theory and improvisational style. Knowledge of all 12 major scales is encouraged but not necessary. 

Level 1 topics will include:
– Major and minor scales / chords including 7th chords
– Identifying common jazz forms
– Important jazz soloists
– Transcribing

Tuesdays, 6-6:45pm

10 sessions: $235, scholarships available

If interested in Level 1, contact Liz Shuhan at lizshuhan@opusithaca.org

Level 2: 

Open to teens (6th grade and older) on all instruments. Level 2 students should have approval from Dr. Seth Carper, either through completion of Level 1, or an informal placement meeting. Please contact Liz Shuhan (lizshuhan@opusithaca.org) to arrange a placement meeting. 

Level 2 topics will include:
– Advanced scales and harmony
– ii V I progressions
– Vocabulary building techniques (e.g. harmonic enclosures)
– Important soloists
– Transcribing

Tuesdays 6:45-7:30pm

10 sessions: $235, scholarships available

REGISTER HERE FOR LEVEL 2!

Enrollment remains open after the start date with pro-rated tuition.

Class Refund Policy

Classes should be paid in full at the time of registration. If a student needs to withdraw from a class, a partial refund may be issued within 2 weeks of the first class date.