Workshop fee: £40
Love the sound of jazz guitar but never known where to start?
If you’ve always wanted to try jazz guitar, this is the perfect place to begin.
This one-day workshop is designed for guitarists who are curious about jazz and want a clear, enjoyable introduction without feeling overwhelmed by theory or jargon. Discover how jazz guitarists create those rich chords, smooth rhythms and expressive melodic lines, while learning practical ideas you can start using straight away.
Suitable for players who already have some guitar experience and can play basic open chords or barre chords. Players from acoustic, folk, pop, blues, rock or fingerstyle backgrounds are all very welcome.
The workshop will cover simple chord shapes that instantly create a jazz sound, how to make everyday chords sound richer and more sophisticated, easy rhythm techniques used in jazz and swing, beginner-friendly improvisation ideas, playing through a classic jazz tune step by step, and how to continue developing your jazz playing.
No previous jazz experience is needed. You do not need to read music or tablature.
Please bring an acoustic or electric guitar (with small practice amp).
David Delarre is a guitarist, folk and jazz musician, composer and music educator, leading workshops and courses for conservatoires, schools, folk festivals and for the English Folk Dance and Song Society at Cecil Sharp House.
Through his work with the award-winning singer Eliza Carthy MBE and Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel, David has performed at a number of high profile venues and festivals across the UK and Europe. He has recently recorded sessions for BBC Radio 2, 3 and 4 and has also performed on BBC 1 for Jools Holland and BBC 1 Breakfast TV. His theatre credits include The Globe’s production of The Two Noble Kinsman and the Tony Award winning Broadway musical Hadestown.
Refreshments:
Tea & coffee is provided.
Participants on a full day workshop or course should bring a packed lunch and other snacks.
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