Hello music lovers and families of music lovers,
The time is coming soon to gather the young people and celebrate our interest and joy in music. We’re excited about all the discoveries to be made, friendships to be formed and individual musicianship learning ahead…two weeks of incredible sounds and good vibrations. We are organizing a great teaching staff and mentoring teams. AND each age level group has at least one performance opportunity scheduled. Intermediate and Advanced music books will be ready for day one. These are to be brought each day and may be kept by the student after camp.
- beginning and intermediate 1
5th-8th July - advanced and intermediate 2
11th-15th July
Sessions at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in downtown Rockford.
To register contact: David Stocker 815-519-7599
Please Download and complete this Jazz Camp Application 2011 (pdf) . When completed either attach to an e-mail (originsofmusic[at]gmail[dot]com) or mail to Jazz Camp, c/o Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 920 3rd Ave, Rockford, IL 61104
Here’s what some of our alumni have said about Jam Jazz World Music Camp:
“Being a part of the camp for four years has broadened my horizons a lot. I learned how to bring melody into my solos..and how jazz comes together with world music.” - Danny Andrade, Tenor Saxophone
“Jam’ n’ Jazz Camp really helped me to develop my musical abilities and talents. I realized I could actually be a musician, not just some kid who played in the school band.” – Jim Johannsen, Baritone Saxophone, 2006 RAMI Nominee, 5 Man Trio
“I feel like I’m a better musician with more confidence because I was enjoying it, and it allowed me to explore music freely.” – Emily Pfleiderer, Flute.
Download a brochure (PDF, 3.17 MB)
A note about discounts & scholarships:
We’ve never turned away anybody for lack of funds. Moms who help with transport can ask for a discount…Kids who bring a friend to register get a discount. Siblings get a discount. Older kids can help with week #1 to get a stipend or tuition reduction for week #2. In the past we have awarded over $1000 in financial assistance.
P.S. This camp is dedicated to Musa Hollins, our friend, renowned Chicago Jazz performer, teacher and co founder of the Jazz Camp. We celebrate his life in music with our own.