Jazz Classes Near Me

Looking for a boost of Broadway in your Summer? Step into the spotlight and experience the excitement of Broadway in this high-energy 3-day intensive designed for students in grades 7–12! This bootcamp is perfect for performers of all levels who are eager to grow their skills in singing, dancing, and acting, challenging themselves while building confidence and stage presence. Students will train in a supportive, fast-paced environment as they learn and perform iconic Broadway numbers in small and large group numbers. Throughout the three days, students will be encouraged to use their creative instincts, make bold choices, and collaborate with one another in a fun and engaging setting. The experience culminates in an informal showcase where students can share what they’ve learned. Due to the length of this course, students will be expected to spend dedicated time outside of class memorizing materials and practicing their choreography over the course of the 3 days. Music for the course may be released a few days prior to the class beginning for students to begin learning. Whether you're new to the stage or looking to grow your skills, this Broadway Bootcamp is a fun and inspiring way to express yourself, build confidence, and create something exciting together! When: August 6th-7th (12pm-4pm), August 8th (9am-12pm) We will conclude our time with a brief performance beginning at 12pm on August 8th. Required materials: Folder/Binder for sheet music Pencil Highlighter Paper Waterbottle Tennis Shoes / Jazz Shoes (Black Preferred) Come dressed for movement, prepared with the required materials, and ready to learn quickly!

This fun and energetic combo class introduces young dancers to the fundamentals of both jazz and tap dance in a supportive and engaging environment. Students will build coordination, rhythm, flexibility, balance, and musicality while learning beginner jazz technique and foundational tap skills. Class will include warm-ups, across-the-floor exercises, basic combinations, and age-appropriate choreography designed to keep dancers moving and learning. Through both styles, dancers will develop confidence, classroom discipline, listening skills, and performance quality while exploring movement and self-expression. Jazz encourages strong technique, sharp movement, and stage presence, while tap focuses on rhythm, timing, and sound awareness. This class provides a strong foundation for future dance training and performance opportunities. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to learn and have fun! Required Materials: Black tap shoes Tan jazz shoes Comfortable dancewear (leotard, leggings, dance shorts, or fitted athletic wear) Hair secured away from the face Water bottle Optional: small dance bag for shoes and belongings Recital Costume This registration fee DOES NOT include costumes. Parents can expect to purchase 1 costume for their child for the end of semester recital, selected by the instructor of the class. This costume purchase is required.

This Creative Movement Class is designed to introduce young dancers to the joy of movement through music, storytelling, games, and creative play. With jazz and ballet as the base, students will build coordination, balance, rhythm, listening skills, and body awareness while exploring movement in a fun and supportive environment. Creative Movement encourages imagination, confidence, and social interaction while laying the foundation for future dance training. Students will explore: Basic dance movement and coordination Rhythm and musicality Creative expression and imagination Balance, stretching, and motor skills Following directions and classroom skills Movement through stories, props, and games Required Materials: Ballet Shoes Comfortable dancewear (leotard, leggings, dance shorts, or fitted athletic wear) Hair secured away from the face Optional: small dance bag for shoes and belongings Water Bottle Recital Costume This registration fee DOES NOT include costumes. Parents can expect to purchase 1 costume for their child for the end of semester recital, selected by the instructor of the class. This costume purchase is required.

This upbeat and challenging combo class builds on the foundational skills introduced in Level 1 while continuing to develop technique, rhythm, coordination, and performance quality in both jazz and tap dance. Dancers will expand their vocabulary through more complex combinations, across-the-floor progressions, turns, jumps, and rhythmic tap patterns. Class focuses on strengthening musicality, flexibility, precision, and confidence while encouraging students to grow as performers. Students will continue developing strong classroom habits and dance terminology while learning to pick up choreography more quickly and perform with greater expression and style. In jazz, dancers will work on sharper movement quality, transitions, and stage presence, while tap training will emphasize timing, clarity of sounds, and rhythmic accuracy. This class is designed to help dancers build technical skills and confidence as they prepare for more advanced dance training and performance opportunities. This class will participate in a brief recital alongside other dance classes at the end of the semester. Students from Jazz/Tap Level 1 MUST get permission from the instructor to register for this course prior to registration. Required Materials: Black tap shoes Tan jazz shoes Comfortable fitted dancewear Hair secured away from the face Water bottle Dance bag for shoes and personal items This registration fee DOES NOT include costumes. Parents can expect to purchase a costume for their child for the end of semester recital, selected by the instructor of the class. This costume purchase is required and will range from $25-$40 in cost.

Do you love to dance and want to learn more? Is dance a tricky spot for you in Theatre? Are you new to theatre and want to get your feet wet? Been dancing for a long time and want a refresher? This class is for you! Intro to Musical Theatre Dance introduces students to the fundamentals of musical theatre dance technique and performance. Dancers will explore jazz-based movement, musicality, character expression, and storytelling through choreography inspired by Broadway productions. Emphasis is placed on confidence, coordination, stage presence, and ensemble work in a positive and supportive atmosphere. Students will also have a few weeks dedicated to learning introductory tap steps. Students will develop skills that directly support future stage performances, including learning choreography quickly, taking direction, staying in character while dancing, and performing confidently as part of an ensemble. The techniques and performance habits introduced in class will help prepare dancers for TCHA musicals, community theatre productions, auditions, and future musical theatre opportunities both on and off the stage. No prior experience is required for this class. Required Materials: Water Bottle Folder + Paper for notes Pencil / Pen Jazz Shoes Tap Shoes (preferred but not required) Come to class dressed for movement and ready to learn!

Are you ready to experience the soulful music that Harlem is known for? Look no further than Harlem's renowned jazz clubs. Every night, passionate performers pay tribute to legendary artists such as Duke Ellington, Lena Horne, and more. Immerse yourself in the immortal sounds and rhythms of Harlem's vibrant jazz scene. But your evening doesn't have to stop there. Take a tour of Harlem's iconic 125th Street, followed by a leisurely stroll along Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. Soak in the history and culture of this iconic neighborhood before ending your tour at one of Harlem's best live jazz venues. And don't worry about going hungry – there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy delicious food and drinks while listening to the smooth sounds of live jazz. Make this evening one to remember by taking the A train to 125th Street and kickstarting the party. Don't miss out on this quintessential Harlem experience. (You should bring cash for entry fees, food. and drinks.)

Gather your friends or come solo to the ultimate paint and sip experience in Atlanta. Unleash your creativity while enjoying a lively atmosphere with music that hits all the right notes—R&B, Pop, Jazz, and more. A talented instructor guides you through the painting process, ensuring laughter and learning as you create your masterpiece. Bring your favorite drinks and snacks to fuel the fun and leave with new friends and vibrant artwork that captures the moment. This isn't just a class; it's a celebration of creativity and connection.

Join us on a journey through over four centuries as we walk down NYC’s oldest street! Originally a Native American footpath and Dutch farm road, site of the first free Black homesteads, it witnessed gang wars, the bloody Astor Place Riot, & Lincoln’s famous anti-slavery speech at Cooper Union. It was the working-class main street for sailors, shopgirls, gangs, gays, and waves of immigrant Irish, Italians, Germans, Jews, and Chinese. NYC’s first entertainment district, it has seminal links to tap dance, vaudeville, Yiddish theater, Houdini, Stephen Foster, Irving Berlin, Mae West, modern tattooing, Abstract Expressionism, Beat literature, improvisational jazz and punk rock. Though it declined in the 1900s, when flop houses and dive bars proliferated, it nonetheless became home to affordable jewelry, lighting, and restaurant supply stores, and a live-work home for artists like Marc Rothko, Maya Lin, William Burroughs, Robert Frank, and Debbie Harry.

After getting on board this original experience we will travel to the first stop in the prominent Jazz neighborhood of Harlem. The experience continues heading out of Manhattan into the Bronx to admire the grandeur of Yankee Stadium. The exploration of the Bronx continues to the “Joker Steps “and artistic murals- learning more about this famous street art and the history of The Bronx. Our exploration continues in Queens with a lively stroll at the fascinating Flushing Meadows Corona Park. U.S. Open National Tennis Center, Citi Field NY Mets baseball stadium, and Uni-sphere. Brooklyn is where we explore the Williamsburg neighborhood, the largest concentration of Hasidic Jews. The show continues down at Brooklyn’s waterfront, with a view of the world-famous panorama of Manhattan’s skyline and a pace at Domino park. This park’s architecture & landscape is a gorgeous way to admire the New York city bay and landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty & One world trade center.

Enjoy a fully narrated city tour of historic New Orleans, where you will visit the world famous French Quarter, Jackson Square, Audubon Park and even uncover the mysteries surrounding Voodoo. Then take to the waters for a cruise on the Mississippi River with the iconic Steamboat NATCHEZ. Enjoy an authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi. Come and discover New Orleans today! The Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, enjoying traditional live jazz, craft cocktails, and all the beautiful New Orleans sites, while also exploring the newly renovated riverboat. Make sure you check out all four decks – the top deck view is a sight to see!

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of New Orleans with a delightful Jazz Brunch aboard the Creole Queen Riverboat. Enjoy live music as you cruise down the Mighty Mississippi River, savoring a mouthwatering brunch featuring classic dishes like Chicken & Andouille Gumbo and New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp. Choose to indulge in bottomless mimosas or Cajun Bloody Marys while soaking in stunning views of the New Orleans skyline. - Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise with live jazz music on weekends - Brunch options available, featuring delicious Southern cuisine - Optional bottomless cocktails for an additional charge - Board from 10:00 AM, cruise departs at 11:00 AM and returns at 12:30 PM

Cruise into a brilliant and romantic sunset aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen! Underneath enchanting skyline views enjoy the lively sounds from Sullivan Dabney, Jr. and the Muzik Jazz band while delighting your taste buds with a deliciously prepared Creole-styled meal (if option is chosen). Grab one or two classic New Orleans cocktails inside at the bar, then take a stroll outside along elegantly designed wrought iron trimmed railings for a night full of stars and warm banter. Become part of the city's unique energy and let the sweet Mississippi River breeze sweep you off your senses onto the dance floor atop our promenade deck for a night full of pure New Orleans magic.

Treme' (pronounced Tre-May) sits adjacent to the French Quarter and is the oldest African-American neighborhood in the United States. Treme' is a vibrant area steeped in music and culture. Come explore this iconic gem and revel in New Orleans Jazz history with its roots in Congo square and Storyville, the birthplace of such Jazz greats as Alphonse Picou and Trombone shorty.

Hop aboard our luxury style vehicles to explore the iconic Whitney Plantation. On the morning of your tour, our driver will call you before their arrival and will also greet you when he or she arrives. While traveling out to the plantation he or she points out interesting facts along the way, listening to various types of New Orleans jazz music. Upon arrival at the plantation, they will check you in and give you information for the beginning to the end of the tour, such as what to explore after the tour and where to meet once the tour is over. The self guided tour is one hour fifteen minutes, we allow our guest time to explore the museum and use the restroom before heading back into the city. This tour goes out twice at 8:00 a.m. to approximately 1:30p.m. and 10:00 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. this time includes tour and travel time.

Welcome to Harlem. We are passionate about bringing the authentic live jazz music of Harlem to music lovers everywhere. Our mission is to showcase the best of seasoned and up-and-coming jazz musicians, who bring their A-game to every performance at the Harlem Jazz Series. Join us for an unforgettable experience – a mix of daytime and nighttime jazz sessions, featuring the most talented musicians in the industry. Our weekly sessions take place every Thursday and Friday at 7:00 pm. Ringing through the city – jazz for all No need to wait for the sun to go down or pay hefty prices for great music. With us, you can immerse yourself in the immortal sounds and rhythms of the greatest jazz champions in the world, such as Duke Ellington, Lena Horne, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Miles Davis. Our concerts are a tribute to their legacy, and their music continues to ring throughout the city every day.

In 1903 the Alberta streetcar line spurred the growth of this then-suburban neighborhood. Over the next decade, as the population of Portland doubled, Alberta thrived and its business district would mirror those streetcar districts throughout the city. In the 1940s, as the automobile took over, redlining created a thriving multicultural neighborhood that would become known for art, jazz, great food, and a tight community. We'll explore this now hip neighborhood, its ice cream, coffee, art, history, and find out what makes it so special. One hour, 1.25 miles (2 km).

Montclair is known locally as a haven for arts and culture, from the Jazz Festival to Montclair Film. But did you know it's also a mecca for food lovers from across the region? Join us for an immersive tour of the historic "Walnut Street neighborhood", home of some of the best-loved eateries in north Jersey, and learn the little-known back story of this multi-faceted culinary destination. Bring an appetite! We will cover about .75 miles of territory and visit four memorable restaurants, including: - an innovative, next generation Jersey pizzeria - a donut doyen and bakery at the heart of the Walnut St renaissance - a beloved craft brewery that hosts a cast of rotating, guest chefs - and more! What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate attire are recommended. We don't let the weather dampen our appetites, so our tours are conducted rain or shine. We are excited to host you!

Start this Honolulu sunset cruise with a “champagne toast” (non-alcoholic), before casting off to ply the waters of Oahu’s southern coast. Throughout the cruise you’ll enjoy a five course Maine lobster & Prime Tenderloin of Beef dinner served at your private table. As you slowly drift across the waters, enjoying the Waikiki lights, relax to the sounds of smooth jazz and the professional live entertainment. Sip on a selection of premium beverages being served in the comfortable lounge, and dance your way towards the private lanai of the Art Deco Super Nova Room. This evening of luxury, romance, and cuisine is unlike any other on Oahu, and is a memorable way to bring the day to a lavish, enjoyable close. Admire the picturesque sights of Diamond Head, Waikiki and the Friday night fireworks from the best views of the top deck.

Prepare to be transported through time as your experienced storyteller paints a detailed picture of what life was like during different eras of French Quarter history. From Yellow Fever and the toll it took on our city, to the famous Jackson Square and the establishment of La Nouvelle Orléans; from the history of enslaved peoples and their impact on religion and culture, to what makes the architecture in our city so incredibly unique; from our historical red light district, to the earliest notes of jazz. This tour will have you laughing and crying as you grapple with all that New Orleans has gone through to get where it is today. History lovers, join us on an adventure through the real, gritty history of New Orleans.

Meet your local Tour guide for an amazing evening walking tour of 2H and learn about African American history and heritage in D.C. Explore the U Street “Black Broadway” who was once truly the heart of Black culture in America, attracting locals and visitors for an unparalleled music and nightlife scene. It’s also the birthplace of celebrated DC hero, jazz musician Duke Ellington. Until the 1920s, the U Street Corridor was home to the nation's largest urban African-American community, this section of the city is as vibrant as ever, anchored by the lively 14th Street corridor to the west and the refurbished Howard Theatre bordering the Shaw neighborhood to the east, where a towering sculpture in reverence to Ellington stands. Food is eclectic and exciting. One of the best ways to experience food from soul food to Italian to the world-famous Ben’s Chili Bowl and uniquely, on the eastern end, you’ll the area known as “Little Ethiopia” for its concentration of residents from that country

Our Jazz tour is guided by local musicians, choregraphers, producers, and directors who are apart of the New Orleans Artist community. They are also Natives, Oral Historians, Cultural Ambassadors, and Preservationist. Join us and explore the evolution of music in the city known as "the birthplace of Jazz." Home to Louis Armstrong, Buddy Bolden, Sidney Bechet, Louis Prima, and Sharkey Bonano just to name a few. . .You'll be guided through the last remaining sites where Jazz, champagne, and romance reigned supreme. Learn about the people, the history, and the influences which contributed to the development of America's only gift to world culture... Jazz! ​