Happy Holidays! New Classes + Free Monthly Improv
December 23, 2025
December 2025 Newsletter
Wishing You a Musical Holiday Season
In addition to our long-running classes—Intro to Jazz Improv, Jazz Improv 2 and 3, Let's Sing Live, Let's Sing 2 Online, Jazz Creations, Blues in Brooklyn, Bebop Ensemble, Jazz Standards, Art of the Jam, and Brazilian Ensemble—we're thrilled to announce our new workshop lineup:
⚠️ Offered only once per year - don't miss out!
Learn theory online in real time from the comfort of your home. Every Saturday for 12 weeks, $465 for 12 sessions.
Sessions are recorded so if you miss one you will be able to catch up.
Saturdays starting January 17th, 11AM - 12PM
Join Saxophonist Eli Hershiser for a 2-hour jazz workshop deep-dive into the Great American Songbook. This course is open to all instruments and all levels and recommended for students with some jazz ensemble experience.
Wednesdays starting January 21st, 8-10pm
The voice is the most direct connection between your musical brain and expression – which is why every instrumentalist benefits from vocal training. This 8-week workshop starting January 20th will deepen your musicianship through voice work and performance practice. Bring your instrument along!
Tuesdays starting January 20th, 5-7pm
Ever felt lost when someone mentions "clave" or struggle to lock into a Second Line groove? This 12-week workshop is for all musicians and vocalists who want to master the essential rhythmic patterns that define contemporary music – from Charleston to polyrhythms. Rhythm is the foundation of everything we play and sing. Bring your instrument along!
Sundays 1-3pm (starting Jan 18) or Thursdays 9-11pm (starting Jan 21)
Play in an intimate jazz trio with world-class bassist Sean Conly. This exclusive format pairs just one pianist and one guitarist per session for maximum playing time and personalized attention. Explore essential repertoire, develop your improvisational voice, and master the interplay that defines great trio playing. Audition video required to match skill levels.
Trio 1 Starting Sundays 1/18 5-7pm
Trio 2 Starting Wednesday 1/21 4-6pm
(ongoing, 4-session packages)
Ready to deepen your skills, lead the band, and own your voice? This 8-week intensive takes you from technique to performance with a charismatic vocalist who studied with jazz legend Mark Murphy. Each session includes a pianist, the final 2 sessions feature a full band, and you'll perform live for an audience on May 3rd. Master breath control, phrasing, improvisation, and what it takes to confidently lead a rhythm section.
Sundays 2-4pm, March 1 – April 26 (performance May 3rd)
Join us for a free monthly improvisation class with the legendary Patience Higgins, offered in collaboration with New York Music Institute!
When: Every first Monday of the month
Time: 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Starts: January 5th, 2026
Level: All levels welcome!
We're proud to share Jazz for Piano by David Sharp - a comprehensive resource with deep analyses of compositions by Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, and many jazz masters.
Perfect for any instrument: While many examples include piano voicings, the analytical approach applies to any musician seeking to understand jazz at a deeper level.
Time is running out to join our Salvador De Bahia Adventure!
Dates: February 23 - March 2, 2026
Location: Salvador De Bahia, Brazil
Immerse yourself in Afro-Brazilian culture, music, and rhythm in this UNESCO "City of Music." Experience workshops with local musicians, visit beaches and markets, explore Afro-Brazilian percussion traditions, and enjoy authentic cuisine with live performances nightly.
Rates start at $1800 per person.
If you're considering this trip, please contact marco@newyorkjazzworkshop.com for more information, or register here - we need to finalize our group!
Join us in the heart of Tuscany for our annual Jazz Improvisation Workshop in Italy at a beautiful vineyard retreat!
Session 1: June 7-13Instrumental Focus + Vocalists Faculty: Marc Mommaas (sax), Kenny Wessel (guitar), Paolo Benedettini (double bass) Vocalists with jazz theory background welcome |
Session 2: June 14-20Vocal Focus + Instrumentalists Faculty: Michelle Walker (voice), Kenny Wessel (guitar), Paolo Benedettini (double bass) Instrumentalists who want to learn jazz standards comping and soloing are welcome |
Experience includes: Daily workshops, masterclasses, vineyard accommodations, trip to Florence, authentic Italian cuisine, cultural excursions, and nightly jam sessions under the Tuscan stars.
Details coming soon!
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable journey to Kyoto, Japan. More information about this exciting workshop will be announced in the coming months.
Stay tuned for faculty announcements, program details, and registration information!
Not sure what to ask for this holiday season? Point your friends and family to our Gift Card page where they can purchase a class or package of lessons with your favorite teacher!
Perfect for: Private lessons, group workshops, or any of our international programs. Give someone the gift of musical growth!
Thank you for making 2025 such a wonderful year of music and learning!
We can't wait to make music with you in 2026!
New York Jazz Workshop
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