THE JAZZ EXCHANGE SUMMER WORKSHOP

Come and be a part of The Jazz Exchange's inaugural Summer Workshop. Join our summer workshop led by our Artistic Director, Abel Mireles, and esteemed jazz educators in the El Paso area. Our program provides instrumental and vocal students with exceptional guidance to improve their fundamental skills and jazz performance techniques. Students will benefit from attending masterclasses led by renowned special guest artists, participating in small and large ensembles, and improvisation classes, and receiving valuable mentoring from professional musicians. Additionally, our program offers exciting history and culture lessons, jam sessions, and other fun-filled activities. Don't miss out, sign up now!

DATE
Monday, June 19 - Friday, June 23
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LOCATION
Pebble Hills High School
14400 Pebble Hills Blvd
El Paso, TX 79938

AGES + LEVELS

12-18yrs; all levels welcome
Must own or be renting an Instrument
With the exception of drummers, pianists, and vocalists

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IMPORTANT DATES

May 12: Online Registration Opens

May 15: Audition Window Opens

June 12: Registration Deadline & Audition Placement Deadline

June 5: Deadline for No Refunds

June 24: Perform at The Jazz Exchange Jazz Festival @ Sombra Antigua Winery (Mandatory)
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FACULTY + GUEST ARTISTS

Abel Mireles

Radam Schwartz

Ricky Malichi

Shaun Mahoney

Candice Reyes

Bruno Avitia

Special Guest Artists

Radam Schwartz - Organ/Pianist
Brad Goode - Trumpet

TUITION
​ Tuition: $300 per student
Registration Fee: $50
*Must register before sending your auditions

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AUDITIONS

Auditions will be judged first and foremost on the accuracy, so please prioritize a smaller portion of well-prepared material over performing everything (quality over quantity). The Jazz Exchange will have a better sense of your skill level with more material presented through your audition. As this is a placement audition, we do not need to hear you perform everything perfectly but instead are looking to understand the best placement for your optimal learning experience.

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LUNCH / SNACKS
​Students will be required to bring their own packed lunch. Snacks and water will be provided to the students throughout the week with the exception of two days when we will provide special treats to the students. More details will be sent to all registered students.

QUESTIONS
915.261.5256 | 915.926.0833
thejazzexchangecontact@gmail.com

CANCELLATION

There is a 100% refund for tuition (less the $50 initial registration fee) until June 1st.
There are no refunds beyond June 5th.
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DAILY SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday

8:30am - Drop-off

9:00am - Announcements

Period 1 - 9:30am - 10:20am Tech Class (Brass, Woodwinds, Rhythm Section)

Period 2 - 10:30am - 11:20am Improv I, II

Period 3 - 11:30am - 12:20pm Masterclass / Faculty Performance

Lunch - 12:30pm - 1:20pm

Period 4 - 1:30pm - 3:00pm Combos I, II, III

Period 5 - 3:15pm - 5:00pm Large Ensemble

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