Weekly Classes at Burlingame Space
New Cats
Wednesdays 7:30-9pm
Jun 22 - Aug 17
General Level
Tuesdays 5:30-7pm
Jun 21 - Aug 16
Vanguard Level
Tuesdays 7:30-9pm
Jun 21 - Aug 16
Fall Session 2022
New Cats Small Group
Wednesdays 7:30-9pm
Sep 28 - Nov 30
Concert Nov 30
General Level Big Band
Thursdays 7:30-9pm
Sep 29- Dec 1
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
General Level Small Group
Mondays 5:30-7pm
Sep 26- Nov 28
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Vanguard Big Band
Tuesdays 7:30-9pm
Sep 27- Nov 29
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Vanguard Small Group
Mondays 7:30-9pm
Sep 26- Nov 28
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Jun 21 - Aug 16
Jun 21 - Aug 16
Fall Session 2022
New Cats Small Group
Wednesdays 7:30-9pm
Sep 28 - Nov 30
Concert Nov 30
General Level Big Band
Thursdays 7:30-9pm
Sep 29- Dec 1
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
General Level Small Group
Mondays 5:30-7pm
Sep 26- Nov 28
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Vanguard Big Band
Tuesdays 7:30-9pm
Sep 27- Nov 29
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Vanguard Small Group
Mondays 7:30-9pm
Sep 26- Nov 28
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Sep 29- Dec 1
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Sep 26- Nov 28
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Sep 27- Nov 29
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
Sep 26- Nov 28
Plus a concert the week of Dec 4
General Level
The level of this class is intermediate and beyond. Students of all ages, with knowledge of scales and intermediate music reading skills are welcome. Experienced musicians who have taken a break and are looking to get back into playing will also be a good fit. We are always excited to add new musicians to the program. If you are new to us, and unsure which level, simply check in by email to determine which level is best.
Vanguard Level
PYJO Vanguard members are a mixture of advancing professionals, band directors, college students & top high school musicians. The music is much more challenging & the solo concepts are more advanced than the General Level.
New Cats Level
The level of this class is intermediate. Students of all ages, with knowledge of scales and intermediate music reading skills are welcome. This class is a great choice for those new to the PYJO program or those who have less experience in Jazz and Improvisation. We are always excited to add new musicians to the program. If you are unsure which level, simply check in by email to determine New Cats vs General.
If you want to learn, we want you to participate!
Self-Paced Video Learning
You can also sign up for Self-Paced Video Learning. Topics such as tune learning skills, improvisation concepts, theory topics, groove etc will be included. via archives from our spring & summer classes. Students can pick level appropriate challenges & work at their own pace. Questions can be emailed in.
Some classes will record throughout the session. We may not record at every class, but we will record often so students can get instant feedback about how they are performing! If need be, last 2-3 classes will be recording studio performance sessions. Recordings will be available in lieu of a live performance.
New Students
LEARN to PLAY it, HEAR it, TEACH it!
Returning Students
Easy Registration here!!
Beyond just musicians, PYJO alumni have branched out to many fields in music: College music professors, ethnomusicologists, radio hosts, band directors, private music instructors, touring musicians, L.A. studio musicians, composers, arrangers, booking agents, software developers, bandleaders, studio engineers & more. Not to mention the doctors, rocket scientists & others who still play music to relax!
"Ben, I wanted to let you know that Noah is doing great at UW(ashington). He has so much confidence performing thanks to you and Michelle. You really changed his life and we are all very grateful." Lissa K.-PYJO Parent
Links to Videos & mp3 of PYJO bands, summer bands, combos etc.
Rehearsals, Lessons, Recitals & Meeting Space. Rental Available!
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All Levels - Beginners to Professionals!
Founded The Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra in 2001.
