Youth Summer Jazz Camp 2026
June 1–4, 2026 · Montgomery Bell Academy · Nashville, TN
The Nashville Jazz Workshop's Summer Jazz Camp 2026 takes place at Montgomery Bell Academy's beautiful facilities in Nashville, where expert faculty deliver specialized instruction and ensemble experience built to meet our community’s needs. Thanks to feedback from hundreds of students and directors across Middle Tennessee, this camp takes an intensive focus on improvisation — for students at every level. We know how hard it is to carve out time for this kind of study during the school year, and this is your chance for deep, focused learning in the foundational tools of the jazz vocabulary.
Who should apply?
Students in grades 6-12
Vocalists and instrumentalists of all skill levels
Young musicians who want to strengthen their understanding of jazz in an immersive, supportive environment this summer.
Each camp day will run from 9AM-4PM.
Expert Faculty
Students will learn from our expert faculty, who are not only exceptional musicians but also dedicated educators. From college professors to touring artists, our instructors provide the highest quality jazz education for your student.
Specialized Instruction
Students will receive specialized instruction on technique and jazz vocabulary. Camp coursework is structured progressively:
Music Theory Foundations — Building the core concepts that make sense of jazz harmony and rhythm
Theory in Practice — Applying those concepts directly to improvisation in a hands-on setting
Improvisation Through Repertoire — Developing your voice as a soloist through classic jazz standards
Ensemble Experience
At the heart of jazz is communication, collaboration, and connection. Students will practice these skills in an ensemble setting, learning to listen deeply as well express themselves freely.
FAQs
Where will camp be held? Camp will be held at Montgomery Bell Academy’s pristine factilities just off West End in Nashville, TN.
What are the camp hours? Camp will run from 9AM to 4PM from June 1st-4th, 2026.
Will there be food provided? Students can bring their own lunch, or will have the option to purchase lunch from MBA’s cafeteria for $6 per day.
Tyler Bullock II, NJW alum and award-winning jazz pianist
Details
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Camp tuition is $450 per student. The MBA cafeteria will offer lunch for $6 per meal, or students are welcome to bring their own lunch. Limited scholarships are available. Click HERE to apply.
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Camp will take place at Montgomery Bell Academy at 4001 Harding Rd, Nashville, TN 37205.
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Camp runs from June 1st-4th, 2026. Camp days will run from 9AM to 4PM. Camp will culminate in a student performance at the NJW Jazz Cave at the end of the week.
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Stay tuned for faculty announcements!
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Fill out the registration form when you’re ready.
Students may choose to submit an optional audition recording (audio or video) for ensemble placement.
Optional audition recordings can be:
-2 choruses of a blues in F or 2 choruses on rhythm changes in B♭
-the jazz standard of your choice
Valid file formats are mp3, wav, m4a, MOV, and mp4.
Before you register, be ready to supply personal information like name, school, and musical background; record your audition file (OPTIONAL); and have your parent/guardian on hand to supply their information.