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ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Brubeck Jazz Summit is a transformative jazz education program for outstanding pre-college musicians from around the world. Students learn from a diverse and passionate roster of world-class faculty and guest artists through combo rehearsals, masterclasses, career development, jam sessions, and performances. 

The Summit provides an inclusive and nurturing learning environment, where students and faculty build a strong community of lifelong connections. Students are challenged to grow musically and personally, and are provided with an educational experience designed to inspire and equip them in their journey as the next generation of creative leaders in jazz. 

A living legacy of the musician and international statesman, Dave Brubeck, the week-long Brubeck Jazz Summit is hosted by Classical Tahoe at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe campus located in a stunning mountain environment on the North Shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe.

2024 FACULTY & GUEST ARTISTS
Roxy Coss, Artistic director & saxophone
Lucas Pino, Artistic director & saxophone
Michael Rodriguez, trumpet
Rachel Eckroth, piano & vocals
Gerald Cannon, bass
Bryan Carter, drums & vocals
Darius Brubeck, piano
Chris Brubeck, electric bass & trombone
Dan Brubeck, drums

IMPORTANT DATES
Brubeck Jazz Summit: July 7 - 13, 2024
Early bird application deadline: February 1, 2024
Application deadline: March 31, 2024 - APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 15, 2024

ELIGIBILITY 
Applicants must be between the ages of 15-18 at the time of application. Jazz musicians of all instruments and voice are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Please navigate to the left under "Start an Application" and select "Brubeck Jazz Summit" to view program guidelines and start your application. You will need to create an Acceptd account or log into your existing account. Audition requirements are listed under "Program Guidelines" and also on our website at classicaltahoe.org/brubeckjazzsummit


APPLICATION FEE & FEE WAIVERS
Early bird application fee, if submitted by February 1, 2024 at 12am: $65
Application fee after February 1, 2024: $85

To apply for an application fee waiver on the basis of financial need, please contact Acceptd Support (support@getacceptd.com) to receive a fee waiver prior to submitting your application. 

If you are still seeking financial assistance for your application fee after contacting Acceptd, please contact Erin Lensing, program director at jazz@classicaltahoe.org

TECHNICAL QUESTIONS
For technical questions, please visit the Acceptd Help Desk.