Welcome to the
Jazz Improv Institute
Master the Art of Jazz Improvisation – Online & In-Person
Are you ready to take your jazz playing to the next level?
The Jazz Improv Institute (JII) is a one-of-a-kind hybrid learning platform designed to help musicians of all levels master improvisation. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your skills, JII offers structured guidance through in-person classes and an online learning portal.
Are you an adult learner looking to finally jam with others… but also want guidance, feedback, and to get better and grow?
Or a student on break who’s tired of playing alone and wants to actually learn how to improvise?
Are you a classical player who wants to learn to play jazz and improvise?
Are you an adult learner looking to finally jam with others… but also want guidance, feedback, and to get better and grow?
Location & Schedule
In-Person in Falls Church + Online Access
In person jazz combos meet at Crescendo Studios in Falls Church, VA — weekly, in person, with flexible scheduling.
Schedule
Saturdays 11 AM – 1 PM
Weeknight sessions also available
Ongoing enrollment—spots open up each month
Group coaching & playing sessions
A supportive community
Structured learning (scales, tunes, voicings, jazz theory, warmups, etc.)
Personalized guidance to reach your musical goals
What You’ll Get
Online access to lessons, PDFs, and resources
Opportunity to perform and showcase your progress
A fun, welcoming, no-judgment zone!
Adult jazz lovers just getting started
Classical musicians looking to cross over
Students looking for an opportunity to learn to improvise in a structured setting
Who Is This For?
Hobbyists who want to get serious
Anyone who wants to jam with guidance!
$240/month (includes all in-person and online learning (student discount available)
Month-to-month enrollment — no long-term commitment
Cost & Commitment
One flat fee — no refunds or prorates
Holiday breaks observed
Come build your chops AND your confidence.
This isn’t just a jam — it’s a jazz learning experience with coaching, curriculum, and community. Spots fill quickly — message now to claim yours!LET’S CONNECT
Jazz Improv Institute
Mentoring Program
This is a comprehensive 3-month in-depth program for serious musicians ready to elevate their jazz improvisation. This program requires an interview and is best suited for a musician who has formal training up through Level 6, is looking to expand their gigs and opportunities, and has the capacity to put some time into their craft during the 3 month period.
The $3000 for 3 months includes full access to the online portal and all in-person classes at no additional cost.
Weekly Group Coaching Calls
Get real-time feedback and guidance.
Weekly Playing Feedback
& Evaluation
Submit recordings and receive direct insights.
Asynchronous learning
Music Industry Training
Learn about royalties, music business essentials, and a step-by-step process for elevating your jazz career. Note: being a musician is hard work!
PLUS: Full Access to Our Online Learning Portal
Packed with courses, exercises, and exclusive resources.
Personalized Evaluation
of Your Playing
Identify strengths and areas for growth
Resources
Get tailored exercises to improve specific weaknesses.
Jazz Arranging
Learn how to write killer arrangements for live and recorded performance.
PLUS: Weekly In-Person
Jazz Classes
For those in the Northern Virginia area, you will have access to group lessons on Saturday, 10 AM – 12 PM at Crescendo Studios, Falls Church, VA.
PLUS: Downloadable
PDFs for Practice
Includes Tunes, Scales, Jazz Theory Exercises, Vocabulary, and Warm-Ups.
Goal-Setting Process
You will define clear objectives
for your musical journey.
Guided Transcriptions
Learn transcription based on skill level: start with guidance, progress to published transcriptions, and eventually learn how to transcribe on your own.
Jazz Producing
Learn how to set up your own recording sessions, basic live acoustic mixing, and basic sound design for live swing music (rock or funk based grooves may require additional resources in terms of plugins and software).
PLUS: A Supportive
Learning Community
Monthly live Q&A sessions and progress tracking features.
Choose our Jazz Improv
Institute Workshop for just $240 per month
The $240/month membership includes full access to the online portal at no additional cost. Pay up front at the beginning of the month.
Weekly In-Person Jazz Classes
Every Saturday, 10 AM – 12 PM at Crescendo Studios, Falls Church, VA
Full Access to Our Online Learning Portal
Packed with courses, exercises, and exclusive resources.
Full Access to Our Online Learning Portal
Packed with courses, exercises, and exclusive resources.
Weekly In-Person Jazz Classes
Every Saturday, 10 AM – 12 PM at Crescendo Studios, Falls Church, VA
Why Choose the Jazz
Improv Institute?
Hybrid Learning
A perfect blend of live instruction and self-paced online courses
Practical Resources
Play-along tunes, structured warm-ups, and improvisation
Personalized Guidance
Learn directly from experienced jazz educators
Built for All Instruments
Improvisation lessons apply to all musicians
Jazz Improv Institute
Certification Program
The Jazz Improv Institute offers an 8-Level Certification Program mapped to a college-level curriculum. There is nothing else out there that compares and is targeted to adult learners, music educators, and classical converts.
Complete an online course and pass the assessments to receive a Certificate of Completion.
Progress through the 8 levels to track and validate your jazz improvisation skills. Each level requires a certain amount and level of transcription and performance.
Gain structured guidance to achieve professional-level playing ability.
Pricing
Mentoring Program
Weekly group calls, playing evaluations, goal-setting, transcriptions & mentorship
Price: $3,000 for 3 months (or $1,000 per month for three months)
Jazz Improv Institute Workshop
Weekly in-person classes + full online access + monthly live Q & A
Price: $240/mo
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Not at all! JII is beginner-friendly while also offering advanced materials for experienced musicians.
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Not at all! JII is beginner-friendly while also offering advanced materials for experienced musicians.
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Not at all! JII is beginner-friendly while also offering advanced materials for experienced musicians.
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Not at all! JII is beginner-friendly while also offering advanced materials for experienced musicians.
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Not at all! JII is beginner-friendly while also offering advanced materials for experienced musicians.
Frequently Asked Questions
Join Today & Start Improvising!
Don’t miss out on the chance to grow as a jazz musician. Whether you’re a beginner, music educator, or a classical musician making the switch, JII is the perfect place to start.
High School Students Only: We are launching the JII Jazz Honors Ensemble in the Fall!
Sign up now and start your jazz journey today!
In-Person Classes:
Saturdays, 10 AM – 12 PM at Crescendo Studios, Falls Church, VA
