For students interested in hands-on, in-depth exposure to the jazz form, this camp for students ages 13 and up pairs teaching artists with students for five full days of small combo and big band playing.

Including master classes, ear training, sight-reading and improvisation, this intensive emphasizes instruction in all aspects of jazz, from appreciation to performance.

The camp culminates with a performance on Friday, July 19, at 5:30 p.m.  Regularly priced tickets are $10 and may be purchased by calling 813.229.STAR (7827) or 800.955.1045 outside Tampa Bay, in person at the Straz Center Ticket Sales Office or online at www.strazcenter.org. Handling fees will apply.

Camp registration is available by calling 813.222.1040 or by visiting www.patelconservatory.org.

The accredited Patel Conservatory offers summer camps and classes in dance, music and theater for students of all ages and experience levels. Each year, the Straz Center’s arts education programs enrich the lives of more than 50,000 students in our classrooms, on our stages and through the community.