Creative Music Workshop is a program where the ensemble is the classroom and improvisation is more than a style; it is a path for learning.  The CMW summer intensive gathers renowned musicians from across Canada and Europe. It takes place during the TD Halifax Jazz Festival, and thus provides students many opportunities to see numerous world class artists and to perform on the festival tent stage.

This year at the Creative Music Workshop...

Core Program
July 7-16

Musicians of all skill levels, aged 15 or older are provided with an opportunity to take their playing to the next level.  This stream follows the same model as the Creative Process, but includes dedicated instruction, additional rehearsal time and the opportunity to compose for and play in the TD Halifax Jazz Festival.

Times: Thursday 7th and Friday 8th 5:30pm-8:30pm, Saturday 9th to Friday 15th 9:00am-4:00pm and Saturday 16th is performance day.

This program is best suited for musicians who want plenty of practical experiences in their education and who are interested in dedicated instruction from leading international musicians and educators.

Creative Process
July 9-15

Creative minds of all disciplines learn the fundamental principles of CMW through a wide ranges of exercises, including listening, improvising, playing in ensembles and movement.

Times: 9:00am-12:00pm This program was created for all artistic disciplines, such as music, dance, drama, tactile and visual arts.

The sessions pass on knowledge not only about what it means to be a musician, dancer, etc., but what it means to be a creative thinker.

Clinics
Dates and times TBA.

The Creative Music Workshop is fortunate to have access to brilliant musicians; some whom live here and others who come to town for the festival. Confirmed clinicians for 2011 include local improvisatory hero Tim Crofts, Celtic songstress Mary Jane Lamond, and internationally renowned bassist Anthony Cox. 

*If you are 14 years old or younger, then you must speak with lead faculty member, Jerry Granelli for special permission. Call JazzEast 902 492 2225 to set up an appointment.

The Creative Music Workshop has a blog!  Click here to check it out.