Performances + Events
Jazz Lab
June 28 – July 4, 2026
Jazz Lab is a week-long creative music program unlike anything you’ve ever experienced.
Musicians ages 13–18 work with world-class faculty and guest artists in small ensembles, instrumental workshops, and master classes, and enjoy incredible performances.
Spots are still open — we are accepting and reviewing registrations on a rolling basis as space allows.
Age Eligibility: 13-18
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About the Program
What to Expect
Jazz Lab is an immersive, week–long intensive designed to help you find your unique musical voice.
You will develop your improvisational skills and broaden your artistic perspective through small ensembles, innovative workshops, master classes, and Boston excursions. Your experience will be guided by expert faculty artists who teach at New England Conservatory, Berklee College of Music, The Juilliard School, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The week concludes with a final concert where you will perform alongside your peers and faculty mentors.
Who Should Attend
If you are a musician interested in Jazz between the ages of 13–18, you are welcome at Jazz Lab. Because the program focuses on the creative and collaborative side of music-making, you will find new ways of thinking about music whether you are a beginner or an advanced player. No audition is required.
Jazz Lab Faculty
Jazz Lab offers the opportunity to study with outstanding NEC faculty, including:
Artistic Director, Piano
Bass
Saxophone
Executive Director, Trombone
Voice
Daily Schedule
Learn what to expect from each day during Jazz Lab. Please note that this schedule is subject to change.
| 9–10 a.m. | Instrumental Workshop |
| 10:15–11:30 a.m. | Small Ensemble |
| 11:45–12:45 p.m. | Jazz Styles Course |
| 12:45–1:45 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:45–2:45 p.m. | Elective Courses |
| 3–4:15 p.m. | Master Class |
| 4:15–6 p.m. | Free/Practice Time |
| 6–7 p.m. | Dinner |
| 7–7:45 p.m. | Collaboration Hub/Jam |
| 8–9 p.m. | Artist Concerts |
How to Register
Eligibility
Jazz Lab welcomes musicians ages 13–18 eager to grow as jazz musicians and performers. Guided by expert faculty, students refine their technique, expand their artistry, and gain insight into the path ahead — whether preparing for college-level study or simply exploring jazz in a supportive environment.
Registration Process
To register for Jazz Lab, please visit the ASAP registration portal.
Register NowTuition and Fees
What’s Included
Participants in the program have the option to either stay on NEC’s Boston campus during the duration of the program or commute to campus each day. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided.
Residential Student Cost | Tuition, Housing, Meals: $2744
Day Student Cost | Tuition, Meals: $1844
Financial Aid
NEC believes that access to transformative music education should be within reach for every student. Our financial aid program is designed to make participation in our summer programs more affordable for families by considering each applicant’s financial circumstances and available funding. Please log into the Parent Portal and submit a Summer Financial Aid Application here.
