Director’s Track — Without Attending Bands

High-Level Training, Observation & Development

Designed for directors attending independently—ideal for educators aiming to upgrade their skills, observe multiple bands, and absorb 3 days of immersive jazz pedagogy.

• 6 Hours — Director Courses
Focus on curriculum, rehearsal design, improvisation teaching, and ensemble development. 

    + Foundations for Repertoire Selection and Programming for 

       the High School Jazz Band.

    + Building a Jazz Culture at your school: festivals, competitions, 

       special events, booster groups, guest artists, commissions, 

       fundraising, travel, and more!

    + Teaching and ‘Directing’ the high school Jazz Band. Effective 

       techniques for developing YOUR style.

• 5 Hours — Observe Masterclass
  Watch Scott coach the directors' own bands.
• 2 Hours — Observe Scott Brown Rehearsing a Band
  Learn high-level rehearsal techniques from one of the best jazz educators in the United States.
• 3 Hours — Instrument Specific Clinics
  Attend sessions normally taught to students: brass, woodwinds, rhythm section, percussion, and more.

• 3 Hours — Jazz Improvisation Clinics
  Learn how clinicians teach improvisation to developing musicians
• 8 Hours — Observe of Clinicians Rehearsing Attending Bands
  See how different educators approach balance, tuning, articulation, and style.
• 5 Hours — Observe Salt & Pepper Clinics with Pro Band
  Watch multiple bands rehearse mixed with professionals—one of the most exciting learning opportunities of the workshop.

• Faculty Concert & Friday Night Open Jam Session

• Saturday Student Band Concert
  See the growth from the week in live performance.

• Saturday Night Festival Concert
  A world-class professional jazz performance.