TEL: 01923 331100 EMAIL: INFO@PURCELL-SCHOOL.ORG the purcell school > school for young musicians > music departments > music departments > jazz JAZZ Jazz is an established and flourishing department. Renowned within and outside the School, it comprises an inspirational team of experienced teachers and performers who are uniquely placed to oversee the development of creative musicians. Ensemble provision is an important part of the Jazz programme. As well as the School’s senior and junior improvisation groups, students can participate in ad hoc ensemble-based groupings and become part of The Purcell School’s celebrated Big Band. The Big Band gives non-jazz specialists a chance to perform alongside first study jazz players, and has provided students with the opportunity to work with eminent jazz players such as Laurence Cottle, Alan Skidmore, Tom Cawley and Colin Towns. Jazz students will also be given the opportunity to play in some of London’s most renowned Jazz venues, including Pizza Express Dean Street and the 606 Club. The department is a great gateway into studying jazz at conservatoire level, and students from the Jazz department regularly achieve considerable success. In 2016, for example, first study jazz trumpeter Alexandra Ridout won the prestigious BBC Young Musician Jazz Award, and jazz students are often sought after as members of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO) and the National Youth Jazz Collective (NYJC). Recent graduates of the department include the multiple Grammy Award winning jazz pianist Jacob Collier, Kit Downes, Jake Labazzi and Seth Tackaberry. Simon Allen Position: Head of Jazz WELCOME TO THE JAZZ DEPARTMENT Head of Jazz Simon Allen introduces the department in footage from our recent Virtual Open Morning. THE JAZZ ALUMNI BAND Celebrating the Jazz Department’s alumni successes with a new arrangement and recording of Duke Ellington’s It Don’t Mean a Thing. Lead Trumpet: Louis Dowdeswell (2010-2012) 2nd Trumpet: Tom Gardner (2012-2014) 3rd Trumpet: Alex Ridout (2015-2017) Alto Saxophone: Sean Payne (2013-2018) Tenor Saxophone: Simon Allen (Head of Jazz) Trombone: Daniel Higham (2010-2019) Keyboards: Rob Taggart (1990-1998) Guitar: Charlie Heywood (2011-2017) Bass: Seth Tackaberry (2015-2017) Drums: Sam Every (2012-2017) Audio Mix: Simon Allen Video Edit: Tom Bell Arrangement: Sam Every / Simon Allen RECENT JAZZ CONCERTS IN THIS SECTION SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MUSICIANS MUSIC DEPARTMENTS STRINGS KEYBOARD BRASS, PERCUSSION, HARP AND VOICE WOODWIND JAZZ COMPOSITION AUDIO PRODUCTION INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS ACADEMIC STUDY ONLINE COMPOSITION ACADEMY ENSEMBLES VIDEO GALLERY OUTREACH INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS View our Instrumental Lessons ENSEMBLE We run a large number of ensembles from a full-size Symphony Orchestra to trios CONCERT DIARY Events with The Purcell School CHAMBER MUSIC ACADEMY OFFERING IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE AND OPPORTUNITY LEARN MORE OUTREACH OUTREACH CAN TAKE MANY FORMS READ MORE LATEST NEWS WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS 26TH NOVEMBER 2021 Welcome to the latest edition of Purcell’s Weekly Highlights! The Global Genius Music Competition We were delighted to... WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS 12TH NOVEMBER 2021 Welcome to the latest edition of Purcell’s Weekly Highlights! Constanta International Competition Festival for Young Pianists Year 7... WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS 5TH NOVEMBER 2021 Welcome to the latest edition of Purcell’s Weekly Highlights! Wales International Piano Festival Competition We were so very... Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube © 2021 The Purcell School. Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Charity No.312855. A company Limited by Guarantee Sitemap | Contact Us | Policies | Disclaimer | Donate | Staff Vacancies Standard View | High Visibility School Website : innermedia.co.uk We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Cookie Settings Reject All Accept All