Jazz Fundamental Exercises

Friday, January 23, 2026
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Description
This session will use a demonstration group to teach warm-up/fundamentals exercises for jazz. This can be applied to big bands or combos.
Speakers
Jon Carrothers
Learning Objective 1
Teach exercises that educators can use with their ensembles.
Learning Objective 2
Inspire educators to create and modify exercises to fit their own group.
Learning Objective 3
Illustrate some of the important fundamental concepts that should be addressed in a jazz setting.
Session Level
Middle School/Junior High, High School, Collegiate