CL Jazz has been running weekend and summer courses for more than twenty five years. The courses focus on providing an opportunity to learn to play and sing jazz in a sociable and supportive setting, mixing structured sessions run by tutors with plenty of opportunities to play with other musicians. Singers and instrumentalists of all abilities and experience are very welcome. Our tutors cover a wide range of styles and encourage participants to extend their experience. There are usually approximately equal numbers of men and women participants, and in some circumstances children can be accommodated and involved in musical activities.
The summer course includes structured group sessions led by tutors, free time (to play/sing with others, practice or laze by the pool), performances, late night jam sessions and much talk and laughter at the bar. There is also usually a barbecue, concerts and a cabaret. Vocalists and players are encouraged to perform numbers of their choice with a rhythm section in informal settings in the bar as well as giving a final concert.
The course is held at Caer Llan House which
is near Monmouth, 15 miles from the Severn Bridge. Caer Llan House
is a study centre and is particularly suitable for the course
given its relaxed and friendly atmosphere, good facilities, playing
areas, bar and beautiful location. Accommodation is usually in
three/four-bedded rooms with en suite facilities. All meals are
provided.
All tutors are experienced at running jazz workshops for a range
of abilities.
If you would like to find out more or would like to have
a chat about the course, please ring George on 0208.858.2344.
or e-mail hillsbridges@hotmail.com
If you would like to book a place,
please send a deposit for £50 (payable to 'CL Jazz') to
CL Jazz, 10 Ballard House, Thames Street SE109DD giving your name,
address, instrument(s) played, phone number and e-mail if relevant.
If you are new to the course it is useful for us to know what
previous jazz/musical experience if any you have had.
THE COURSE BEGINS IN THE EVENING OF SATURDAY JULY 26TH AND ENDS
AFTER BREAKFAST ON SATURDAY AUGUST 2ND
TUTORS MAY INCLUDE: JILLY JARMAN (VOCALS); RAY BATSON; NED EDWORTHY;
SANDY SHEARER;JAMES LANCASTER; RICHARD EVERITT