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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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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“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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From The Experts – Tips For Musical Development

Here is an excellent resource for players who want to get ahead on their own with a little help from the experts.  This resource for developing improv skills was passed on by Chad Lefkowitz Brown (Chad LB), a one-time Jazz Camper who’s been on the road with Taylor Swift and

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