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2024 UNC Jazz Camp

Designed to be intensive, challenging, and inspiring, the UNC Jazz Camp is led by faculty from the University of Northern Colorado and special guest Don Aliquo.

Be a part of student big bands, combos, vocal jazz ensembles, jazz master classes, jazz theory and listening classes, student jam sessions, nightly faculty group concerts, and a special performance by the Colorado Jazz Orchestra.

  • Previous band or jazz choir choir experience required, grades 7-12.
  • Students living in Greeley, CO may elect to attend as a commuter and pay the tuition only.
  • A $100 deposit or full payment is required to reserve your spot. 
  • After completing the registration form, your will be redirected to your portal where you can pay camp fees via credit card or bank account and sign the waiver forms. 

Questions about the 2024 Jazz Camp? Email PVAEvents@unco.edu

Located in Beautiful Greeley, Colorado

Spend 6 days on the beautiful UNC campus in Greeley, Colorado, playing jazz with friends, the UNC Jazz Faculty, and special guest artists. 

Camp Details

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Dates

July 7-12, 2024

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Location

Greeley, Colorado

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Cost

Tuition: $425.00

Room & Board

Double Occupancy - $325

Single Occupancy - $375

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Looking Back at the 2023 Camp

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2023 Camp Details

  • Schedule

     

  • Audition Schedule

    Instrument

    Saxophone

    Trombone

    Trumpet

    Guitar

    Piano

    Bass

    Drums

    Voice

    Theory

    Audition Times

    1:30pm - 4:15pm

    2:00pm - 4:15pm

    2:30pm - 4:15pm

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    2:30pm - 4:15pm

    3:00pm - 4:15pm

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    3:00pm - 4:15pm

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    Location

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  • Room and Board

    Room and Board

    • The $310 Room and Board fee includes 5 nights double occupancy in Snyder Hall, 15 meals (starting with dinner on July 9 and ending with dinner on July 14) at Holmes Dining Hall, and parking.  Single occupancy rooms are available for an  additional $50.00.
      • Learn more about Nutrition, Dietician and Food Allergies while dining on campus 
    • Roomates will be assigned based on age and gender. If you would like to room with a specific student, please email PVAEvents@unco.edu
    • Students will be given a key card to access the residence hall and dining hall. Key Cards are $5 to replace and hard keys are $80.
  • Check-in & Check-out 

    Check-in

    eventCheck-in Date/Time: Sunday, July 9th from 1:00pm - 3:00pm

    location_onLocation: Brown Hall

    If not already received, the tuition/balance and release form is due at check-in. Students under the age of 18 may check-in without a parent/guardian as long as they have completed  the release. All students are required to attend an informational meeting at 4:30pm in the Campus Commons Performance Hall.

    Commuter students may check-in anytime between 1:00pm & 3:00pm at Brown Hall. 

    Auditions and Theory Assessments

    After check-in you will head to Frasier Hall for auditions and a theory placement assessment. This is nothing to worry about, as it's just our way of forming the ensembles. You can feel free to play a piece you are familiar with such as an etude or song (jazz standard, pop, classical, or other style)(Optional). You may be asked to solo on a blues and do a little sight reading. 

    • Audition Schedule

      Instrument

      Saxophone

      Trombone

      Trumpet

      Guitar

      Piano

      Bass

      Drums

      Voice

      Theory

      Audition Times

      1:30pm - 4:15pm

      2:00pm - 4:15pm

      2:30pm - 4:15pm

      2:30pm - 4:15pm

      2:30pm - 4:15pm

      3:00pm - 4:15pm

      2:30pm - 4:15pm

      3:00pm - 4:15pm

      2:00pm - 4:15pm

      Location

      FRAS 0053

      FRAS 0170

      FRAS 0058

      FRAS 0159

      FRAS 0090

      FRAS 0063

      FRAS 0052

      FRAS 0201

      FRAS 0085

    Check-Out

    eventCheckout Date/Time: Friday, July 14th following the large ensemble concert (3:30pm)

    location_onLocation: Wiebking Hall

    Parking

    For check-in, check-out and the Friday concert, parking is available on 8th Avenue and in any UNC lot. Lots are not monitored on the weekends or on Fridays after 1:00pm. V Lot is the closest lot to Brown Hall. For students bringing a vehicle to campus street parking is available on 10th ave. 

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  • Packing List

    Packing List

    For those staying on-campus

    • Enough Clothes for 5 days and 5 nights
      • Greeley in July is HOT!! We recommend shorts and t-shirts.
    •  Bedding
      • Sheets, blanket, and pillow (the beds are twin size)
    • Toiletries and a towel
    • See additional information about Brown Hall

    For Everyone

    • Instrument & extra accessories (reeds, slide oil, drum sticks, etc)
      • Local drummers and bassist should plan on bringing their equipment. If you play one of these instruments and are from out-of-town, please email PVAEvents@unco.edu. 
      • Drumsets may be dropped off at Frasier Hall 0063. 
    • Hat and Sunglasses
    • Sunscreen
    • Water bottle
    • Sneekers (we will be doing a lot of walking)
    • Snacks
  • Camp Instructors

    Camp Instructors

    • Dana Landry, Camp Director and Jazz Piano
    • Brian Casey, Bass
    • Jim White, Drums
    • Andrew Janak, Saxophone
    • Steve Kovalcheck, Guitar
    • Shawn Williams, Trumpet
    • Marion Powers, Voice
    • Don Aliquo, Saxophone
  • Free Time & Supervision 

    Free Time & Supervision

    • Throughout the week, students will have "free time" in which they can participate in activities, make new friends, and explore the UNC Campus. 
    • All students staying in the dorms will have a curfew of 10:00pm and lights out is at 11:00pm.
    • Jazz Camp counselors are UNC Jazz students and will not only supervise and engage students, but make music with them throughout the week. 
    • All student under the age of 18 must be supervised with a camp counselor while on campus.
  • Curriculum & Instruction

    Curriculum and Instruction

    • Each day of camp will include the listening, jazz theory & improv, large & small group rehearsal, masterclasses, and concerts
    • Upon arrival, our camp instructors will assess each student's playing skills and theory knowledge to place them in the appropriate ensemble and theory track
  • Concerts

    Jazz Camp Final Concerts

    Parents and families are welcome to attend any of the concerts

    Campers will receive a camp t-shirt for the concerts.

    Combo Concert

    Thursday, July 13 | 2:00pm, UNC Frasier Hall, Rm 0090 & 0063

    Large Ensemble Concert

    Friday, July 14 | 1:30pm, Campus Commons Performance Hall

    The Final concert for the 2023 Jazz Camp will be on Friday, July 14 at 1:30pm at the Campus Commons Performance Hall. Come hear what these incredible students have been working on all week!

    Street parking is always free and our lots are free Monday-Thursday after 5:00pm, Friday after 1:00pm, and all day on the weekends. 

    Other Concerts

    • Sunday, July 9 | 7:30pm, Campus Commons Performance Hall, UNC Jazz Faculty
    • Monday, July 10 | 7:00pm, Campus Commons Performance Hall, UNC Jazz Faculty
    • Tuesday, July 11 | 8:00pm, UNC Garden Theatre, Colorado Jazz Orchestra
    • Thursday, July 13 | 7:00pm, Campus Commons Performance Hall, UNC Jazz Faculty

    All Concerts are Free and Open to All 

 

Planning Your Visit

 

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