WAYJO 2026 Progressions Registration

Progressions

A WAYJO Pathways Program for genders on the outskirts of Jazz

PROGRESSIONS caters for female and non-binary identifying instrumentalists who would like to learn more about jazz and improvised music, perform live at a professional Jazz Club, and work with some of Australia’s leading female jazz professionals. 

Running in Perth since 2014, over the last decade these workshops have seen countless young female, trans and non-binary musicians build support networks, refine their skills and increase confidence.

During our weekly workshops, alumni tutors and participants learn and prepare material for an opportunity to perform live in concert! 

PROGRESSIONS is a great opportunity to explore this exciting art form. 

Open to female identifying and non-binary instrumentalists aged 14-25. No auditions required! This one is not to be missed!  

DEVELOP the skills and confidence of young female, trans and non-binary musicians in jazz and improvised instrumental music.
BROADEN knowledge of jazz and improvised music.
INCREASE awareness of career options in jazz and related areas.
ENCOURAGE students to understand audition processes and apply for tertiary jazz courses.
NURTURE and foster friendships, ensembles and support networks among diverse jazz musicians.

KEY DETAILS

Registrations for 2026 Progressions open to public on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.

Early Bird Registrations sale for the 8-week workshops are $200 until 30 May, 11:59pm. Standard registration fee of $350 will apply afterwards.

PLEASE NOTE: The workshop fee is non-refundable.

2026 WORKSHOPS
All workshops run Saturdays, 2:00pm to 4:30pm at Perth Modern School – 90 Roberts Rd, Subiaco WA 6008

25th July 2026/ 1st August 2026 / 8th August 2026 / 15th August 2026 / 22nd August 2026 / Saturday 29th August 2026 / 5th September 2026 / 12th September 2026

*Please bring a portable music stand if you have access to one. 

2026 PUBLIC CONCERTS

Progressions Showcase: (Sunday, 13th September 2026) at Lyric's Underground. 

Event information: https://wayjo.com/event/progressions/ 

Ticket link: https://lyricsunderground.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/38fa41e3-c40d-4483-bc20-7eb8e7c7df36

Pathways Jam Session: (Sunday, 20th September 2026) in Lyric Lane's Courtyard. 

Event information: https://wayjo.com/event/pathways-jam-2/ 

A FREE family friendly day bringing together a double bill event with WAYJOs Pathways Programs. WAYJO's Northern Corridor Training Band will perform from 3pm and a Pathways Jam Session led by Gemma Farrell, Progressions Tutors and any Pathways participants who would like to play!) Follow this link for more information about Lyric Lane - https://www.lyriclane.com.au

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WAYJO sincerely thank the following organisations for supporting Progressions!

Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport, North-West Shelf Gas, Simon Lee Foundation, Wright Burt Foundation, McCallum Lincoln Trust, Perth Modern School

For more information about the workshops, please contact Program Coordinator Gemma Farrell gemma.farrell@wayjo.com
For questions about registrations and payments, please email admin@wayjo.com