Players of all instruments and abilities are welcome but some basic ability to read music and, especially in the case of rhythm players, chord knowledge is helpful. Non playing partners are welcome and reduced rates can be arranged.
The course is essentially a "playing" course with tutored ensemble sessions. Any theory of improvisation and music will take place in this context. "Theory" sessions dealing with chord structure and other issues can be arranged at the time on a casual basis.
The course will consist on one or more bands, depending on numbers, each with a rhythm section and front line players and led by an experienced CLJazz tutor who will provide arrangements of jazz numbers in a variety of styles. All players will have the opportunity to improvise on the chord changes of the tunes.
Each band can only accommodate one each of keyboards, guitar,bass and drums and players of these instruments are advised to book early to avoid disappointment. A number of front line players can be accommodated and the bands will be organised to provide suitable balance of instrumentation and ability where possible.
Caer Llan house accomodates participants in shared rooms of four or six beds. It is possible to allocate a limited number of rooms to couples but these will need to be booked early.