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Richmond Jazz School

Beginner Saxophone

Ready to start your saxophone journey? Experienced teacher Tony Woods will guide you through the fundamentals. This course is perfect for beginners eager to explore the world of jazz saxophone. You'll gain a solid foundation in technique and sound, all while learning in a supportive and collaborative environment. RHACC is a leading provider of jazz education, so you'll be learning from the best!

Easter Jazz School

Want to immerse yourself in the world of jazz this Easter? Richmond Jazz School offers an intensive jazz experience where you can learn and jam with fellow musicians. This three-day course draws on the expertise of our nationally recognised team of tutors, covering all areas of jazz for instrumentalists and vocalists. It's a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, explore new techniques, and connect with other jazz enthusiasts.

Ensemble 1

Want to develop your jazz performance skills and confidence? This Jazz Ensemble class will help you do just that! You'll examine and develop a repertoire of standard tunes and arrangements. This course is perfect for those at a lower intermediate level looking to improve their ensemble playing.

Friday Summer Intensive

Want to immerse yourself in the world of jazz? This intensive course runs every Friday for 6 weeks and is perfect for developing your jazz musicianship in a supportive and creative environment. It's a great taster for the longer Richmond Jazz School 1 Year Course, giving you the chance to review and expand your skills. If you're looking to grow as a jazz musician and connect with like-minded people, this course is for you!

Guitar Intermediate

Want to take your guitar playing to the next level and explore the world of jazz? If you're already comfortable with guitar in other styles or have just started your jazz journey, this course is for you. You'll gain the essential technical skills and musical knowledge to confidently play jazz guitar. This course is perfect for guitarists with some experience who want to delve into jazz.

Guitar Intermediate / Advanced

Are you comfortable playing jazz standards and eager to elevate your jazz guitar skills? This course is designed for you! You'll explore all aspects of jazz guitar playing in a supportive yet challenging environment. Perfect for those ready to develop their skills at a more advanced level, this course is run at the Richmond Jazz School in London. You'll gain confidence and expand your musical horizons.

Jazz Improvisation Workshop

Want to boost your jazz performance skills and confidence? This workshop is designed for you! We'll explore standard jazz tunes and arrangements, helping you develop your instrumental technique and ensemble skills. This course is perfect for musicians looking to enhance their jazz rhythm section performance and build a solid repertoire. You'll gain practical experience and the confidence to shine in any jazz setting.

Jazz Performance Ensemble 2

Ready to take your jazz performance to the next level? This Jazz Ensemble class is designed for advanced players like you. You'll explore a wide range of jazz tunes and arrangements, building your performance skills and confidence. This course is perfect for experienced musicians looking to refine their ensemble playing and expand their repertoire.

Jazz Vocal Advanced

Ready to take your jazz vocals to the next level? This course is designed for advanced singers like you who want to refine their skills, build confidence, and connect with a supportive community. You'll develop your song arrangement ideas, improve your mini-sets, and enhance your overall performance abilities. Join us and make music together in a welcoming workshop environment!

Jazz Vocal Performance

Want to take your jazz singing to the next level? Led by Linley Weir, this course offers a fun and creative environment to develop your skills. You'll get plenty of opportunities to perform and nurture your individual style. This course is perfect for singers looking to grow their confidence and explore the world of jazz.

Jazz Workshop 1

Want to develop your jazz skills in a relaxed and supportive environment? This workshop focuses on ensemble playing and improvisation, rather than polished performance. It's perfect for musicians looking to build confidence and explore jazz. RHACC is a leading provider of Jazz Education for Adults, offering courses for all levels. Join us and learn from professional jazz musicians!

Jazz Workshop 2

Ready to take your jazz skills to the next level? Jazz Workshop 2 is designed for musicians like you who want to explore advanced concepts in a supportive environment. You'll delve into a diverse repertoire, enhance your improvisation skills, and develop your rhythmic and harmonic awareness. This workshop welcomes all instrumentalists and singers looking to stretch out musically and learn from each other.

Jazz Workshop 3

Want to take your jazz skills to the next level in a supportive and relaxed environment? Jazz Workshop 3 is designed for musicians with some experience who want to develop their ensemble playing and improvisation. You'll learn new tunes, improve your rhythmic and harmonic awareness, and have a lot of fun with a friendly group of fellow musicians. All instrumentalists and singers are welcome! This course will help you grow your confidence and musicality.

Performance Ensemble 1

Want to boost your jazz performance skills and confidence? This Jazz Ensemble class will help you develop a repertoire of standard tunes and arrangements. You'll learn to perform with confidence as part of an ensemble. This group is designed for upper intermediate players looking to take their skills to the next level.

Rhythm Section Workshop

Are you a pianist, guitarist, bassist, or drummer looking to improve your jazz skills? This course is designed for you! You'll develop a repertoire of standard tunes and arrangements. You'll also build your performance skills and confidence within a rhythm section. This course will help you become a more confident and skilled jazz musician.

Rhythm Workshop & African/Latin Jazz Ensemble

Why Study This Course?
Rhythmic awareness is a crucial component to proficient musical expression. In this course you will have the opportunity to develop your sense of time and rhythm as well as your instrumental and ensemble skills.

Benefits and unique features of the course:
You will benefit from weekly rhythm development sessions in which you will study and perform various rhythmic concepts and exercises which you will then incorporate into your performance of jazz repertoire focussing on African and Latin styles.

Rehearsal sessions will develop your sense...

Saxophone Intermediate

Are you ready to take your saxophone playing to the next level? This exciting and practical course gives you the chance to dive deeper into the world of jazz saxophone. You’ll explore classic jazz standards, sharpen your improvisation, and push yourself in a supportive but challenging environment. If you’re already comfortable with the basics and want to grow as a player, this is for you.

Singing Introduction/Intermediate

Want to explore the world of jazz singing? Led by Wendy Linsey, this course offers a fun and creative environment where you'll learn practical skills and have plenty of opportunities to perform. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, this course will help you develop your voice and build your confidence as a jazz singer. Get ready to unleash your inner jazz vocalist!

Summer Jazz Guitar Intensive

Do you want to take your jazz guitar playing to the next level? This three-day Summer Jazz Guitar Intensive, taught by Mike Outram, is perfect for guitarists with at least two years of experience. You'll deepen your understanding of chords, scales, and melodies, and gain practical playing experience. This course will help you develop your accompaniment and improvisation skills, expanding your musical knowledge and confidence.

Summer Jazz School

Do you love playing or singing music and want to improve your skills? This course is designed for you! You'll benefit from our expert tutors and extensive resources. Whether you're a returning student or new to RHACC, you're welcome here. You'll learn by playing and singing in jazz ensembles, attending rhythm workshops, joining jam sessions, and even performing live. Develop your technique, confidence, and improvisation skills in a supportive and creative environment. Courses include Jazz Singing, Jazz Vocal Performance, and instrumental tuition on a wide range of instruments.

The Jazz Big Band

Do you want to develop your ensemble playing and improvisation skills in a supportive environment? The Richmond Jazz School Big Band offers you the chance to play alongside experienced jazz students. You'll be part of a full band, including rhythm section, saxophones, and brass. This course is perfect for musicians looking to enhance their jazz performance abilities and gain confidence in a big band setting.