JULY 11-17, 2027
JULY 11-17, 2027
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held at Colby College in Waterville, Maine
Mission
Maine Jazz Camp (MJC) develops the potential of young people from diverse backgrounds through performing arts training and performance opportunities in jazz – an art form whose roots are deeply embedded in American history and culture.
MJC is devoted to training, enriching, and inspiring all youth nationwide by igniting within them an enduring passion for the arts. A strong sense of discipline and focus is entailed to learn this art form and being exposed to these traits at an early age can bring about success in any field and positive social change.
“Maine Jazz Camp completely changed my life and orientation to music. To be around other young people who were as excited about music as I was showed me that it was the path I wanted to take through life. The culture of camp placed a high value on having a strong ear - the foundations I learned at camp still come into play constantly in my musical life. My playing and listening abilities grew as much in the two weeks I attended camp as they did the entire rest of the year. The musical connections I made at camp 15 years ago are still as strong today in my life as a musician in Brooklyn.”
— Jake Lichter, alumni“In just two years at MJC I found some amazing friends, connected with former peers, and explored jazz outside of what I traditionally played. I found myself constantly entertained and informed by the faculty and their chosen music. It made my summer every time!”
— Arlo Shargo, current student
“I’ve been a student at Maine Jazz Camp for the past three years, and I each time I attend my love and knowledge of music only deepens. The faculty is welcoming, supportive, and knowledgeable. The community is like nothing else I’ve experienced, and I will forever be grateful to all of the meaningful moments that have been shared with me at Maine Jazz Camp.”
— Nate Plocinski, current student““
— alumni
