What a summer!

Another great summer of Litchfield Jazz Camp comes to a close.  What an inspiring, amazing experience!  A big thank you to Executive Director Vita Muir, Music Director Don Braden, Director of Operations Albert Rivera, ALL of the LJC staff and teaching faculty, and of course to our students and parents! 

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Litchfield Jazz Camp featured on CT News 8!

To read the full article click here! Or watch the news segment below.

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Free Jazz After Work Concert Series Starts July 1

Washington, CT — Litchfield Jazz Camp is pleased to announce the return of its annual concert series Jazz After Work. The concert series runs from July 1 – 25, Monday through Thursday evenings from 7:15 – 8:30. Thanks to a grant from the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation we continue to

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Guitarist Vinny Raniolo to Join LJC Faculty This Summer

Litchfield Jazz Camp is pleased to announce the addition to its faculty this summer of guitarist Vinny Raniolo. Mr. Raniolo will be in residence during the Camp’s first week, June 30 – July 5. As a touring musician, performer, and educator, Vinny Raniolo is a rhythm guitarist in high demand

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“I’ve Got Rythmn….You Can Too”- Tips from guitarist Doug Munro

Check out this great instructional video (with accompanying chart) from guitarist and LJC Faculty member Doug Munro! FROM DM…When a reporter asked the great Dizzy Gillespie how he improvised he said, “ I think of a rhythm and put notes to it…” Without command of rhythm, both within yourself and

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Why Choose LJC?

“Litchfield Jazz Camp lifted my son up in a way that is just indescribable.”—Lisa, Camp Parent   Litchfield Jazz Camp has been a special place for musical and personal growth for 23 years. We accommodate day and boarding students at the Gunnery School in Washington CT. Ages 13 up may

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Auction Preview! Spring Spirits is May 4

We have some great silent and live auction items to share with you!  On May 4th, join us at the Litchfield Distillery for drinks, appetizers and jazz music to help us raise money to support music education at Litchfield Jazz Camp. There will be a brief live auction (hosted by

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UPDATE – Spaces are filling fast for LJC!

As of today,  piano is full for ALL 4 sessions, and guitar is full for session 1. There is only ONE space for drums left in session 1.  We have started a waiting list for the instruments that are currently closed.  If you would like to be added to the

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Spaces are filling up quickly!

Due to an overwhelming response to early registration this year, Piano for 2019 Litchfield Jazz Camp week 1 and week 2 are now full.  We have only one space for drums left in week 1.  We do have a wait list, please contact us at 860-361-6285 if you would like

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2019 Registration is OPEN!

Get a head start on next summer and reserve your spot at LJC.  Better yet, there are a lot of great perks if you register early (before January 31, 2019 for LJC tuition and discounts READ MORE). Litchfield Jazz Camp has been a special place for musical and personal growth for

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