Chord Tone Soloing
There are many different approaches to improvisation. However, the vast majority of the masters play out of chord tones and Read More
Classes for Instrumentalists Courses
Drumset Improvisation 2
A continuation of Drumset Improv 1 with an emphasis on applying to standard repertoire. Students will play more melodies and Read More
Jazz Chops for Guitarists
A class for guitarists to play faster and with greater fluency without tensing up. Learn to play bebop lines and Read More
Intermediate Ensemble
Advanced Ensemble-New Arrangements of Old Standards
Taking old standards and making them new and exciting can be quite challenging. Learn how to “freshen” the music up. Read More
Advanced Ensemble Techniques
Learn to play in an advanced setting by sharpening your sightreading skills and performing challenging arrangements. For all instruments.
Salsa Piano
Learn traditional piano montunos needed for playing in Cuban ensemble. Learn the difference in the two claves and how the Read More
Max Roach Drumset
A class for drummers covering the time and solo techniques of Max Roach. This is a great class for improvisation Read More
George Shearing Ensemble 2
A class covering the repertoire and the “Shearing Sound.” Emphasis on ensemble playing, block chord voicings for piano, and tanscriptions Read More
Sonny Rollins Ensemble
A class covering the compositions and history of Sonny Rollins. Emphasis on solo transcription and ensemble playing. Songs will include Pent-Up Read More
Bird & Diz Ensemble
An ensemble focusing on the repertoire and stylings of the mid to late 40’s emergence of Bebop. The ensemble performs Read More
George Benson Ensemble
A class focusing on the music of the legendary jazz guitarist George Benson. The ensemble will feature drums, bass, B-3 Read More
Pat Metheny Ensemble
A class covering the repertoire and stylings of Pat Metheny. Emphasis will be made on sound, odd meters and improvisation. Read More
Herbie Hancock Ensemble (Electric)
A class covering the history, repertoire, and stylings of the Herbie Hancock fusion/funk period. For piano, bass, drums, sax, and Read More
Horace Silver Ensemble 2
A class covering the history, repertoire, and stylings of the Blue Note years of Horace Silver. The ensemble performs transcriptions Read More
Basic Rhythm Section Skills for Pianists & Guitarists
Introduction to rhythm section playing for pianists and guitarists by playing with a drummer and bassist. Emphasis on beginning jazz Read More
Chick Corea Ensemble
Study and perform the early compositions of Chick Corea. Students will play “Spain,” “You’re My Everything,” “Lithia,” “500 Miles High,” Read More
Grant Green Guitar Style
A 2 hour course concentrating on the soloing techniques/concepts used by Grant Green. These techniques will be studied through the Read More
Miles Davis Ensemble 2
A class covering the history, repertoire, and stylings of the mid-50’s and 60?s Prestige recordings of the famous quintet. The Read More
Art Blakey Drumset
A class for drummers covering the styles and techniques of Art Blakey. This is an intensive study of a jazz Read More
Jazz Drumset Essentials 2
A continuation of Jazz Drumset Essentials 1 with a emphasis on advanced comping techniques, and intro to soloing and brushwork. Read More
Art Blakey Ensemble 2
A class covering the history, repertoire, and stylings of Art Blakey and his Jazz Messengers. The ensemble performs transcriptions of Read More
Guitar Styles
Chester Thompson Drumset Master Class
A six-week course with drumming legend Chester Thompson. Each week will be a new topic varying from styles, technique, odd Read More
Jazz Keyboard Voicings 2
A continuation of Jazz Keyboard Voicings 1. Emphasis on sight reading chord charts, right and left hand voicings and more Read More
Charles Mingus Ensemble 2
A class covering the repertoire and history of Charles Mingus. This class is written for 5 horns and a rhythm Read More
Jazz Keyboard Voicings 3
Ensemble Master Class – Special Topics
In this class, the instructor will focus on a particular style, period, or music associated with a particular artist to Read More
Advanced Instrumental Ensemble
A performance ensemble for advanced students featuring intensive study of advanced repertoire and improvisational devices.
Introduction to the B3 Organ
A class covering the ins and outs of the Hammond Organ. Starting with a brief history of the instrument and Read More
Intro to Chord Melodies for Guitar
This class is designed to create your own arrangements for solo guitar. Students will study chord voicings, bass line movement, Read More
Charlie Christian and the Swing Era Jazz Guitar Style
This class will focus on the single-line soloing style of Charlie Christian and other prominent late Swing Era guitarists. Topics Read More
Rhythm Section Grooves for Rhythm Section & Vocalists
An important class for instrumentalists and vocalists, this course explains the different rhythmic grooves or styles that a performer can Read More
New Orleans Brass Band Ensemble
This performance-driven class covers historic and contemporary performance practices of the New Orleans Brass Band. Students will study musical artists, Read More
Latin Piano
This class is an overview of Salsa, Afro-Cuban, and Brazilian piano, including montunos, Latin bass lines, comping patterns for Bossa Read More
Soul Song: Set Your Inner Musician Free
This class is for all musicians – singers, instrumentalists, and writers alike. The course will focus on releasing the blocks Read More
Master Class
A class focused on special topics or skills, led by a master NJW instructor. Topic will vary with the instructor.
Drumming With Your Hands
Taught by legendary Nashville drummer Kenny Malone, this class will teach Malone’s system of hand-drumming in simple terms, covering such Read More
Blues and Swing Guitar
This is a class for the intermediate to advanced guitarist who wants to focus on the Blues and Swing style. Read More
Nashville Guitar Cats
Some of Nashville’s most famous and most frequently recorded guitarists will be guest artists in this 6 -week class. Each Read More
Jimmy Raney Guitar Style
Jimmy Raney was best known for his small ensemble work with artists like Stan Getz and Buddy Defranco. He was Read More
Nothing But The Conga
This 6-week class is designed to provide students with the knowledge of conga technique, which is essential for playing Cuban Read More
Jazz Piano Master Class
Students will work on composing their own arrangements of standard repertoire and will learn how to execute them in a Read More
Guitar Ensemble
Study and perform standards arranged for multiple guitars by Mundell Lowe, Lloyd Wells, and others. In this class, students will Read More
Latin Drumset
For the intermediate to advanced drumset player who wants to learn Brazilian and Cuban styles, this class includes an introduction Read More
Jazz Fusion Ensemble – A 12-Week Course
This is a great class for the contemporary jazz student who wants to learn about groove, concepts of time, and Read More
Comping for Pianists and Guitarists
Being a good rhythm player is just as important as being a good soloist. An art form in its own Read More
New Orleans Piano Styles
This class is a retrospective of New Orleans piano styles, including the songs and piano playing styles of Jelly Roll Read More
Advanced Keyboard Voicings
This class emphasizes right and left hand voicings as well as how to voice lead. Students will explore when to Read More
Pandeiro Fundamentals
The Pandeiro has earned a prominent place in the musical culture of Brazil because of its pervasive use and historic Read More