Aaron Staebell, Director
Monday-Friday, July 14-18, 2025
9:00 am-12:00 pm
For students entering grades 7-12 in Fall 2024, and graduating seniors, NYSSMA Level 3-6
Join jazz educator Aaron Staebell – drummer for the cutting-edge band Bending and Breaking, and professor at Ithaca College – for this creative exploration into the world of jazz combos and improvisation. Students will be grouped in combos with students of similar age and experience, and participants will learn to hone their improvisation skills. The workshop will include performances by guest musicians, listening sessions and discussions of jazz styles, and opportunities for all participants to make music together in a larger group.
Camp will conclude with a performance on Friday, July 18 at 11:15 am.
Fee: $20 registration fee; $290* tuition. (Fees are as of Summer 2025.)
* Learn more about our Tuition Assistance by clicking here.