Jazz and Improvisation Winter Camp 2026

This camp is booked out.

Current ticketholders may withdraw and request refunds before 11.59PM on Sunday 14 June.

Students on the waitlist will be contacted on Monday 15 June to confirm whether they have been offered a place.

We are inviting high school aged instrumentalists and vocalists in years 9-12 to spend a week on campus and explore the world of Jazz and Improvisation.

Meet like-minded musicians and develop your playing, skill set and creativity when approaching Jazz music and exploring Improvisation. The week of tuition is supported by a range of staff from the Jazz and Improvisation department at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music.

Participants will engage in instrument / voice specific workshops, small ensemble playing, group singing and rhythm, tools for improvisation, listening sessions, and more. No prior experience in jazz or improvisation is required.

The final afternoon will feature an informal concert of small ensemble performances to celebrate the week.

Winter Camp Schedule

Monday 29 June - Friday 3 July 10AM - 4PM

TIMETABLE

Registration

Registration includes 5 days of tuition at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music.

$400 Standard Registration
$200 Subsidised Registration

Please get in touch with fineartsmusic-tickets@unimelb.edu.au with a copy of your concession card to access the Subsidised Registration,

The Jazz and Improvisation Winter Camp is also offering fully supported places for students and families experiencing financial hardship and are in possession of a Government issued Health Care Card. If you are interested in securing a supported place, please get in touch with us at fineartsmusic-tickets@unimelb.edu.au.

Venue

The Winter Day Camp will be held in the St Kilda Road Music Building. The main entrance to the building is via sliding doors on St Kilda Road. Rooms within this building are then accessible via stairs or lift.

Past Participant Highlights

“Being taught by a phenomenal array of tutors fundamentally changed the way I think about jazz and improvisation, and also rekindled my love of it. I would absolutely recommend the camp for anyone who sees jazz and important part of their musical practice, even if one does not intend to pursue specifically jazz in the future, as the skills learnt are deeply transferable.”

“The Jazz and Improvisation Winter Camp was such a fun and inspiring experience. The teachers were amazing and I loved playing and improvising with other musicians. I got so much out of the full-day program. It was absolutely worth the travel. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves jazz and wants to grow as a musician.”

“J&I is what gives you the motivation to pursue in music” 

“It is an experience that you won't forget. Perfect for anybody who has a passion for any kind of music.” 

Hear from our current students who participated in J&I Winter Camp 2025:

Jess Johnston:

Ollie Lee

Proudly supported by Evans.

PARKING

Parking control hours around the Southbank Campus are 7am–10pm, everyday, and are capped at three hours. A $2-per-hour fee after 7pm is also now in place. There is no change to the $4-per-hour peak rate between 7am–7pm. Parking inspectors are regularly in the area fining drivers who overstay their meter, so we encourage everyone to be aware and avoid an expensive fine.

ACCESSIBILITY

We are committed to making our events accessible and will accommodate requirements wherever possible. All venues at the Southbank campus are wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at fineartsmusic-tickets@unimelb.edu.au if you have any questions.
To read more about accessibility at our venues, please visit:  https://finearts-music.unimelb.edu.au/access-our-events. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• If you have not arrived by the start of the performance, your ticket may be released to any waiting patrons at the door. Please arrive at the venue at least 15 minutes before the performance to secure your seat.  

• If you find that you are no longer able to attend, you can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before the event's start time so that we may offer your seat to someone else or contact us at fineartsmusic-tickets@unimelb.edu.au. This inbox is monitored Monday to Friday, 9AM – 5PM. 

• Admission to any of our concerts and events is strictly at the discretion of Front of House. We have zero tolerance for any disrespectful behaviour. 

• Please stay home if you feel unwell, even with mild symptoms. Face masks are welcome in all settings for community and personal safety.  

Image: Gregory Lorenzutti, 2025.