Summer 2022 Jazz Camp Registration Open!

We are pleased to announce the opening of registration for Litchfield Jazz Camp 2022. NEW this summer, we have a big band option during week 1! Early Bird registration perks are back if you register by January 31. REGISTER EARLY– sign up and pay your deposit by January 31, 2022

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LJC Spring Semester April 10-May 15

The Litchfield Jazz Camp team have developed a fun, informative, and interactive virtual enrichment program. This program will run for 6 weeks on Saturdays. We are offering Master Classes, Special Interest topics, and Theory Lessons. Students can register for all available courses, or can choose between Master Classes & Special

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Virtual camp updates

We are 2 weeks away from the start of Virtual camp!  We have a fantastic faculty lined up with fun and engaging classes! You won’t want to miss the faculty concerts either – these will be live streamed via our social media channels throughout the two weeks of camp.  There

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LJC Scholarship deadline is April 15

Thanks to the generosity of our donors and local/regional businesses and foundations, we are able to provide need-based financial assistance for Litchfield Jazz Camp. This support ensures that the transformative experience camp offers accessible to ALL kids.  We are fortunate in that in 24 years, we have NEVER had to

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Litchfield Jazz Founder Vita Muir

End of year Appeal is in full swing!

Please consider a 100% tax deductible year end donation to Litchfield Jazz A Message from our Founder As we approach 2020, we are asking you one final time to help Litchfield Jazz have a financially successful season. We hope to persuade you to give generously by considering the following facts. 2019 was

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Camp Registration is OPEN

Camp registration is now open for summer 2020.  If you register before January 31, 2020 – you not only secure your spot before they are gone – but you become eligible for several perks and discounts! Everyone who signs up by January 31, 2020 and pays the required deposit will

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Camp dates announced for 2020

Litchfield Jazz Camp will be held for 4 weeks in the summer of 2020.  June 28 – July 3, July 5 – 10, July 12 – 17, and July 19 – 24.  Registration will open in November.  We recommend signing up early to secure your place. We filled up early

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Save The Date – Jingle & Mingle is BACK Dec 7!

Mark your calendars for the Holiday event of the season, Jingle & Mingle, a dinner party to support Litchfield Jazz Camp. At the lovely Litchfield Community Center, Saturday, Dec 7, the evening begins with hors d’oeuvres and an open bar, followed by a delicious holiday dinner and a musical performance.

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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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