Learn to play Jazz and How to Improvise!
August 1 - 5 2011 | Lasell College | Newton, Massachusetts

No previous jazz or band experience necessary.

All students will be placed in a group based upon ability.

Beginners with one year of experience are welcome.

Each student will meet daily for jazz ensemble, master instrument classes, jazz theory and ear training.

Size of each ensemble group is limited to seven or fewer.

Supervised 90 minute sport or recreational activity each day. Use of available Lasell College facilities for soccer, basketball, ect.

Tuition is: $475 . A deposit of $150 will hold your place until August.

Sample Daily Schedule

8:00-8:30 Drop-off

8:30-9:45 Jazz Theory Class

9:45-10:00 Break - Juice, Snack

10:00-11:00 Jazz Ensemble

11:00-Noon Jazz History, Appreciation

Noon-1:45 Supervised Lunch, Sports,
Recreational Activity

2:00-3:00 Master Class

3:00-4:00 Jazz Ensemble

4:00-4:30 Parent Pickup

Late pickup available until 5:00 PM
for nominal charge


Final performance to follow on Friday

Harvey Finstein and Phil Neighbors have successfully led over 100 student jazz bands since the school opened in 1993.
Their experience will guide students to:

Develop improvisational skills.

Improve proficiency on their instrument.

Gain confidence through performance experiences.

Improve concentration and visualization skills.

Develop an appreciation for and understanding of jazz.

Gain self-respect and appreciate the efforts of others through group interaction.

Develop a love for playing music.

To reserve a space for August 1 - 5, please enclose a nonrefundable deposit of $150.00. Tuition is: $475. Please mail the form below and payment to: Harvey Finstein | P.O. Box 600275 | Newtonville, MA 02460.

Summer Jazz Program at Lasell College Application Medical Information Form

For more information, you may call Harvey Finstein at: 617-630-8272 or Phil Neighbors at: 617-306-7603


Harvey Finstein School of Music at Lasell College |
PO Box 600275, Newtonville, Massachusetts 02460 | (617) 630-8272
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