JAZZ CAMP WEST - FINANCIAL AID

An 8-day jazz immersion program for adults and teens of all skill levels held in a stunning redwood forest in Northern CA.

Jazz Camp West

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FINANCIAL AID

2026 UPDATE: Workstudy applications for Jazz Camp West are OPEN

First review of Applications: March 1st, 2026

Final review of applications: May 1st, 2026

No applications will be accepted after May 1st, 2026

Jazz Camp West 2026 Workstudy Application

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Living Jazz has a commitment to work towards keeping Jazz Camp West accessible to all students regardless of their financial position. Therefore, we provide at least 20% of our participants financial aid based solely on financial need, not experience or age. So that our awards go to people who really need them, please honestly assess your personal financial situation before applying.

First review of Applications: March 1st, 2026

Final review of applications: May 1st, 2026

No workstudy applications will be accepted after May 1st, 2026

Camper Information

Will the Camper be a minor (under the age of 18) at the beginning of camp?

Birthdate

MM/DD/YYYY

Legal First Name

Legal Last Name

Preferred Name (i.e. Nickname)

Camper Phone Number

Primary Email Address

Camper Email Address

Camper Mailing Address

Camper Mailing City

Camper Mailing State

Camper Mailing Zip or Postal Code

Camper Mailing Country

Camper Mailing Country (Not Listed)

Dietary Restriction & Food Allergy Information

Any Dietary Restrictions?

Dietary Restrictions (PLEASE SELECT ALL THAT APPLY):

Dairy FreeGluten FreeLactose FreePescatarianVeganVegetarianOther (Please Specify)

Other Dietary Restrictions (Not Listed)

Any Medically Significant Food Allergies?

Medically Significant Food Allergies (PLEASE SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

Capsaicin (No Chili Peppers, Cayenne, Jalapeno, Habanero, etc.) CoconutCornDairy/LactoseEggsFishGlutenPeanutsSesameShellfishSoyTree NutsWheatOther (Please Specify)

Other Medically Significant Food Allergies (Not Listed)

Housing Selection

Please select your 1st Housing Choice/Preference for Jazz Camp 2026 from the options listed below:

Please select your 2nd Housing Choice/Preference for Jazz Camp 2026 from the remaining options listed below:

(Note: Your First Choice will show in Bold at the Top of the list and you will not be able to select the same choice twice)

What is the length of your rig (in feet)?

I'd like to request a Gender Inclusive Cabin

YesNoPlease note: Availability of Gender Inclusive Cabins will be based on demand, but we will accommodate if we can

Name(s) of Preferred Roommate(s)

Instrument & Discipline Information

What is your primary instrument/discipline?

For your primary discipline, what skill level would you say you're at?

Newbie - Looking to get into itBeginner - Been playing for 0-2 years and looking to improveIntermediate - Have played for 3-5 years and looking to sharpen skillsAdvanced - Have played for 5-8 years and want to play moreExpert - Pick a key, any keyProfessional - "Do you know who I am?"

What other disciplines/classes would you be interested in taking during the week of camp? (PLEASE SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

Accordion	Banjo	Bass	Bassoon	Beat Box
Big Band	Cajon	Cello	Clarinet	Combos
Dance	Drums	Ensembles	Flugelhorn	Flute
French Horn	Guitar	Hammond B3	Harb	Harmonica
Hip-Hop Dance	Jazz Dance	Keyboard	Latin Big Band	Mandolin
Marimba	Oboe	Percussion	Piano	Salsa
Sax	Sitar	Songwriting	Steel Drum	Tabla
Theory	Trombone	Trumpet	Tuba	Ukulele
Vibes	Viola	Violin	Vocals

Camper School Information

Is the camper currently a student?

What is the campers current enrollment status?

What school does the camper attend?

What kind of school is this?

What city and state is this school in?

Marketing Information

Camper's Shirt Size? (Note: All T-Shirt Sizes are Unisex Adult)

First Time Camper?

How Did You Hear About Jazz Camp West?

If other, please specify

Camper Demographics

Jazz Camp West works hard make itself accessible to a diverse range of populations. Donors and foundations typically ask for this information to be included in any fundraising appeal that we submit. We will keep this information anonymous.

Gender

Prounoun(s)

Does the camper identify as LGBTQ+?

Race/Ethnic Background (PLEASE SELECT ALL THAT APPLY):

American Indian or IndigenousAsian or Asian AmericanBlack or African AmericanHispanic or Latina/Latino/LatinxMiddle Eastern or North AfricanPacific Islander or Native HawaiianWhite or CaucasianOther (Please Specify)Decline to state

Other Race/Ethnic Background (Not Listed)

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Jazz Camp West 2026 Workstudy Application

Scholarship Request

Living Jazz is committed to making our programs accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances. We offer a variety of scholarships, including full and partial awards, tailored to meet individual needs. While most scholarships focus on covering camp tuition, they typically do not include the cost of room and board. We encourage you to consider what portion of the cost you might be able to contribute when applying. Scholarships are awarded based solely on financial need, not artistic merit, ensuring that everyone has a fair opportunity to participate.

Have you received a scholarship in the past?

YesNo

If yes, which years?

Annual Household Income

How many total people live in your household?

How many of those are dependents?

What is the estimated amount you're able to contribute toward fees?

Please provide a brief statement (1–2 paragraphs) explaining your need for financial assistance. Include details about your current financial situation, how financial aid would help, and why attending Jazz Camp is meaningful to you.

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Primary Parent/Guardian Information

Primary Point of Contact

Parent/Guardian First Name

Parent/Guardian Last Name

Relationship to Camper

Preferred Phone Number

Preferred Email

Mailing Address

Mailing City

Mailing State

Mailing Zip Code/Postal Code

Mailing Country

Is there a 2nd Parent/Guardian that should be included in communications about Jazz Camp and/or the Camper?

Additional Parent/Guardian Information

Secondary Point of Contact

Parent/Guardian First Name

Parent/Guardian Last Name

Relationship to Camper

Preferred Phone Number

Preferred Email

Mailing Address

Mailing City

Mailing State

Mailing Zip Code/Postal Code

Mailing Country

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Jazz Camp West Terms & Conditions

Cancellation and Refund Policy

All cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@livingjazz.org.
If you cancel on or before May 31, 2026, you will receive a refund of all payments made.
If you cancel after after May 31, 2026 (7 days prior to the start of camp), you will receive a refund of 50% of all payments made.
There will be no refunds for “no shows."
All sales are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.

Health and Safety Protocols

Living Jazz is committed to the health and safety of its intergenerational community, which includes children, seniors, and individuals who may be medically vulnerable or immunocompromised. We strive to create an environment where all participants feel safe, supported, and respected. While we recognize that personal health practices may vary, our policies are guided by current public health recommendations and best practices. We will continue to follow guidance from the CDC and the American Camp Association and reserve the right to adjust our protocols as needed to help reduce the spread of communicable illnesses and maintain a healthy program environment.

Acknowledgement of Terms

By completing this registration form you confirm your agreement to the tuition and discounts, cancellation and refund policies outlined above and you understand that adherence to health and safety protocols and respectful behavior is required for participation.

I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions for Jazz Camp Registration

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Contact Information

Scholarships / Work Study

All scholarships are considered work-study positions. Campers will be required to help with tasks that will not take more than 1 hour per day. Workstudy campers will also stay an 2 extra hours to help us close up camp on the final day. Work-study jobs are assigned on the first day of the program.

Living Jazz is honored to provide scholarship support through the Bill Graham Memorial Scholarship Fund and individual support. Living Jazz also provides financial support through several memorial scholarships funds established in memory of beloved family members.

Interested students MUST inquire on or before May 1. Scholarships/work-study positions are available to all students, regardless of age, interest, or level of experience. The Gabriel Trupin Memorial Scholarship Fund supports scholarships specifically for dance students. If you are applying for a scholarship, please do not fill out a regular enrollment form. Also please do NOT send in a deposit with your application. Deposits are non-refundable. If you are not awarded financial aid, at that point, you are welcome to fill out a regular enrollment form if your situation permits.

Important Information Regarding Scholarships

Along with filling out your scholarship application, YOU MUST also provide:

A brief explanation of your current financial situation, why you need financial aid, why you want to come to camp and if you have any special skills you can offer us during the week at camp.

All of our scholarship awards are considered work-study positions. If you receive financial help, you will be asked to participate by helping with a chosen task that will not take more than a total of 1 hour a day. These tasks include helping move the tables in the dining hall to prepare the room for our dance classes, piano crew, moving equipment, camp store support, clean-up crew, etc. All work-study students must stay approximately 2 extra hours on the final day to help close up camp. You should be ready to go home around 4-5 pm on the final Saturday. If you are able to arrive a day early, and stay late to help set-up and break down camp, give us a call to let us know. People interested in this should either be familiar with putting together drum kits or be strong enough to help move music equipment.

A work-study meeting will be held on the first day of camp before dinner to assign work-study jobs and answer any questions.

Questions - Leave us a voicemail at (510) 858-5313 or email us at info@livingjazz.org