The Sydney Jazz Orchestra provides a unique opportunity for school music/band programs to interact and learn from some of the most in demand musicians in Australia.
The Sydney Jazz Orchestra can cater to any of your educational needs.. from conducting workshops on improvisation to workshops on how to gel as an ensemble.
“These exceptional professional musicians gave our young musicians many suggestions and tips for how to get the best, most musical performances in a positive and constructive manner.
I would recommend that any school with a stage band or jazz program take advantage of the opportunity to invite SJO to visit for workshops, clinics and a performance. The experience of hearing and playing alongside the outstanding SJO musicians gave our students a truly unique experience that they will carry with them as they continue on their musical journey, exploring the exciting and challenging genre of big band and jazz music.”
David Stratton
Coordinator of Co-Curricular Music
Northholm Grammar School
“The Sydney Jazz Orchestra provided a thorough educational experience for our jazz band. Having each of the bands section leaders as part of the afternoon workshop was a key component of the program’s success. This enabled students to get expert tuition in the art of big band playing pertaining to their specific instrument and section. The day was capped off with an entertaining concert shared between our school band and the Sydney Jazz Orchestra with the finale being a combined performance where our students had the opportunity to trade solos with some of the countries most in demand musicians. A thoroughly worthwhile educational and entertaining evening.”
Craig McGown
Head Teacher Music
Winmalee High School