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14th Annual Carleton University Jazz Camp: July 27-July 31, 2026

Thank you for your interest in the Carleton University Jazz Camp, an opportunity for musicians 12 of age and older to come and hone their skills with some of the finest jazz educators in the country.

Overview

Jazz enthusiasts from beginner to advanced are welcome. We have special programs designed for those who are just getting started, and for those who are more advanced. All ages from 12 and up are welcome.  Each year we welcome a blend of students from grades 7 and 8 through to university level, and adults through to seniors. Students can participate on standard jazz instruments, as well as other instruments (e.g. bassoon), upon request. We encourage string players (violin, viola, cello) to register for our Song-to-Stage camp. 

Students will have options to participate in a variety of activities:

• Big band ensembles
• Jazz combos
• Vocal ensembles
• Guitar ensembles
• Jazz theory and ear training
• Improvising classes
• Instrumental masterclasses
• Level-specific camp masterclasses

Those who are at an advanced level are asked to submit links to two contrasting performances of theirs to help with advanced placement for combos. Those who are at intermediate level are also encouraged (but not required) to do so as well. We will send out an email around the beginning of July with directions on how to make your submissions. 

Camp Hours

Camp hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m; with optional programming beginning at 8:30 a.m. (at no extra fee). Friday programming extends to about 6:00 p.m.

Concerts

Faculty concerts are held Monday to Thursday from roughly 3:15–4:30. Two final concerts for all camp participants to perform on the last day will be held on Friday at 1:00–3:00 p.m. and 4:00–6:00 p.m.). All concerts are free and open to the public, but donations to fund student scholarships will be welcomed at all concerts.

Concerts are held in Kailash Mital Theatre in Southam Hall on the Carleton University campus. Ensembles from the camp will get a chance to perform for family, friends and the general public.

Financial Support

Special thanks to our sponsors for their help and support of the Carleton University JazzCamp, especially the Carleton School for Studies in Art and Culture.

CUJazzCamp is proud to offer a full scholarship to be presented to a local student in need.

Contact Us

Questions? Please get in touch at jazzcamp@cunet.carleton.ca or using the form below.

You May Also Like our Song-to-Stage Camp

Check out Carleton Music’s other summer music camp, the new Song-to-Stage Camp, featuring songwriting instruction, mentored co-writing experiences, performance ensembles, instrumental and vocal instruction, songwriting circles, free concerts, and more. Registration opens February 1st.