Ongoing Jazz Workshops
Peekskill, NY
Join our Jazz Workshop Series, where musicians of all ages and backgrounds can elevate their jazz skills and performance. Led by experienced professionals, these workshops are perfect for high school and college students, as well as adult musicians eager to deepen their understanding of jazz.
Enjoy personalized guidance in a collaborative setting, and connect with fellow jazz enthusiasts while participating in dynamic masterclasses and improvisation sessions. Developed by the award-winning saxophonist Ray Blue, this series promises an enriching experience with exceptional jazz artists and professional clinicians Jeff Barone, Joe Vincent Tranchina and others. Don't miss out on this opportunity for growth and connection!
Instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome.
When: We meet once a month, every third Thursday, starting on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6-8 pm.
Where: BeanRunner Cafe, 201 South Division St. & Esther St./Ray Blue Way, Peekskill, NY 10566
How much: $10/students under 18yrs. and $30/adults/session
For more information about the workshops, please contact Riitta Blue at cccjazzinfo@gmail.com or (646) 724-3377.
Learn from the band stand.
Intensive sessions
These intensive sessions focus on developing individual virtuosity and musicianship that is needed for ensemble playing. The key areas of focus include:
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Theory /Practice
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Hearing Rhythms
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Exploration
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Musical Painting
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Improvisation
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Repertoire/Performance
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Band Leadership Skills
A major component of the workshop philosophy is that we teach and learn “from the bandstand”. Being able to study with professional musicians, who provide feedback raises the level of all the ensemble members playing, and participating in the group’s regularly scheduled performances fosters confidence – newly developed skills and progress are brought to a new level.