"Expectations were definitely superseded" - Christian Burgs
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"Rare, I would say transformative" - Ashton Dixon
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"Inspirational, Genuine and Authentic" - Angel Wong
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"Epic, incredible" - Leelan Jackson
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"Expectations were definitely superseded" - Christian Burgs | "Rare, I would say transformative" - Ashton Dixon | "Inspirational, Genuine and Authentic" - Angel Wong | "Epic, incredible" - Leelan Jackson |
Dive Deep into Jazz Mastery OVER 6 Days!
After welcoming over 100 students from 9 countries in its first year, Global Jazz Workshop returns this Summer — July 28 - August 2, 2025!
Led by Chad LB and Christian Wiggs, the Global Jazz Workshop boasts a full week of clinics, masterclasses, ensemble sessions and performances — located at the Omni Austin Hotel Downtown in the center of the Live Music Capitol of the World: Austin, Texas!
Sharpen your skills on everything ranging from improvisation, theory and musicianship to the essential knowledge needed to navigate the music business.
IMPORTANT DATES
JANUARY 30 — APPLICATIONS OPEN
MARCH 30 — APPLICATION DEADLINE
APRIL 14 — ADMISSION RESULTS, REGISTRATION OPENS
MAY 4 — EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE
MAY 18 — REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Who is eligible?
The Global Jazz Workshop serves musicians of all ages, instruments and skill levels!
Musicians will be grouped into ensembles according to their skill level; our programming caters to musicians ranging from developing improvisers to professional musicians looking to hone their craft!
GJW 2025 | Schedule
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DAY ONE
JULY 28, 2025 [MONDAY]
Our Workshop will kick off on Monday evening, with a Workshop-wide Welcome Event with faculty, staff and attendees.
Following our Welcome Event, there will be an open Jam Session on site for all attendees. Additionally, the historic Monday Night Jam will be held at the Elephant Room (9pm-1am), five blocks from the Omni.
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DAY TWO
JULY 29, 2025 [TUESDAY]
Beginning on Tuesday, we will begin our daily schedule to include:
- Ensembles, Theory & Musicianship Classes, Group Lessons, Big Band (if placed), Private Lessons (VIP Experience), Masterclasses, and Jam Sessions
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DAY THREE
JULY 30, 2025 [WEDNESDAY]
Programming continues with our daily schedule to include:
- Ensembles, Theory & Musicianship Classes, Group Lessons, Big Band (if placed), Private Lessons (VIP Experience), Masterclasses, and Jam Sessions
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DAY FOUR
JULY 31, 2025 [THURSDAY]
Programming continues with our daily schedule to include:
- Ensembles, Theory & Musicianship Classes, Group Lessons, Big Band (if placed), Private Lessons (VIP Experience), Masterclasses, and Jam Sessions
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DAY FIVE
AUGUST 1, 2025 [FRIDAY]
In addition to daily programming, we will host the second annual Global Jazz Workshop Faculty Gala concert on Friday evening.
- GJW Faculty Gala Concert
- Ensembles, Theory & Musicianship Classes, Group Lessons, Big Band (if placed), Private Lessons (VIP Experience), Masterclasses, and Jam Sessions
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DAY SIX
AUGUST 2, 2025 [SATURDAY]
On our final day of the Workshop, we will hold a truncated daily schedule in the morning.
During the afternoon and evening, we will hold the second annual Global Jazz Workshop Festival that will feature all of our student ensembles.
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DAY SEVEN
AUGUST 3, 2025 [SUNDAY]
All attendees depart after another incredible year in Austin!
No official Workshop activities will be held. See you in 2026!
LEADERSHIP STAFF
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Chad LB
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, CO-FOUNDER
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Christian Wiggs
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CO-FOUNDER
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Nathan Graybeal
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
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Astrid Asmundsson
MEDIA DIRECTOR
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Kevin Hrabak
LOGISTICS DIRECTOR
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Alejandro Sifuentes
CONTENT MANAGER
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