Stanford Jazz Workshop facts for kids
The Stanford Jazz Workshop (SJW) is a special group that teaches people about jazz music. It also puts on an exciting yearly concert series called the Stanford Jazz Festival.
SJW was started in 1972 by a talented saxophone player and teacher named Jim Nadel. Even though many of its activities happen on the Stanford University campus, SJW is its own separate group. It is not legally or financially connected to the university.
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Discovering Jazz at SJW
The Stanford Jazz Workshop offers different ways for people to learn and play jazz. It has programs for musicians of all ages and skill levels.
Programs for Young Musicians
SJW has a special Jazz Camp for young musicians aged 12 to 17. This camp helps them improve their skills and learn more about jazz. There is also a Jazz Institute for adults and older, more advanced young people. An Evening Summer Program is also available for those who want to learn in the evenings.
Helping Young Musicians
Every year, SJW helps more than 100 young people attend its Jazz Camp. They do this by giving out scholarships to students who need financial help. This makes sure that more kids can experience the joy of jazz.
A Global Community
Over the years, more than 10,000 students and artists have taken part in the Stanford Jazz Workshop and Festival. These participants have come from many different countries around the world. This shows how jazz connects people globally!
