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Jazz Creations with Joe Fonda

Jazz Creations with Joe Fonda

Under Joe’s expert guidance, you’ll dive into the process of re-imagining familiar melodies and harmonies, using techniques to expand and reshape the music in exciting new ways. Jazz Creations is the perfect class for intermediate musicians who are ready to stretch their creativity and explore jazz arrangements in a supportive ensemble setting.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your jazz skills or find fresh inspiration in classic tunes, Joe Fonda’s Jazz Creations class offers an opportunity to learn from an experienced jazz artist and bring a new dimension to every standard. Sign up today and experience the journey of jazz innovation!

We will work with the complete Jazz Continuum, which would include the study of playing on changes playing free, playing good swing and time and strong groove. The development of song form, and finding your own creativity. Last but not least, is discovering the joy and passion and energy that is necessary to bring life to the process of creating music. All instruments are welcome.

Intermediate level. 

When and where


When: Mondays, 7:00-9:00 PM
Date: Ongoing
Fee: $295 per 4 consecutive sessions.
Term pay option: click here for to learn more about term and yearly enrollment for additional savings!
Faculty: Joe Fonda

Location: New York Jazz Workshop
265 West 37th Street
on the 10th floor, Suite #1004
New York, NY 10018
(On the corner of 37th St and 8th Ave)

Discounts and Special Scholarship Opportunities for Students 26 and Younger
For students regularly enrolled in multiple workshops, we offer a 25% discount on each workshop after the first. If you are a student between 17 and 26 years old, you qualify to a 25% discount on any of our workshops. Please contact us for more information.

Testimonials

“Joe is an inspiring and creative teacher who encourages you to be free and exploratory in your playing.” Steve Hartman, student at NYJW
“Joe Fonda’s creative and fun approach to jazz, along with his unique arrangements, brings a vibrant energy and positivity to each lesson. His teaching style makes learning an enjoyable and inspiring experience for everyone in the class. Dan Michell student at NYJW.

For more information please click the register button and fill in the online form without commitment.

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  • Bebop/Improv WINTER intensive – 2 days.
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