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• Clifford Brown Jazz Foundation - Names of those awarded scholarships by the foundation, with links to audio files of recordings by the great trumpeter.
• Greg Fishman Jazz Studios - This site is dedicated to the study of jazz improvisation. The site features original content discussing various aspects of jazz improvisation, theory, licks, chords and practice tips.
• Hal Galper Articles - Online versions of articles by the jazz pianist that originally appeared in publications such as "Down Beat" include Forward Motion, Comping, Stagefright, Practice and Performance Goals, and How to Learn a Tune.
• I Was Doing All Right - A jazz trumpet player's journey with musical and technical development, featuring ear training tools and improvisation tips.
• Institute for American Classical Music - Facility established by Vernon W. Lewis in Bala Cynwood, Pennsylvania, in support of jazz, gospel music, and African-American folk music, offering workshops, concerts, and mentoring.
• International Association of Schools of Jazz - [Netherlands] Organisation of institutions engaged in the teaching of jazz on a regular basis.
• Jazz for the Unhip - Basic facts about jazz for Generation Y as explained by Britney Spears. Instruction on instrumentation, improvisation, and well-known artists with photographs and links to audio files.
• Jazz Guitar Improvisation in One Lesson - Jazz guitar online diagrams outline limits of classical jazz harmony in major with improvisation options. More than isolated chords or single key area map. No previous theory required.
• Jazz House Kids - New Jersey foundation provides in-school and summer programs developing jazz instrumental and vocal skills in elementary and middle school students and their music teachers. Online ticket sales and donations.
• Jazz Impact Institute - Bassist, educator, and NEA grant recipient Harvey Gold, Ph.D., presents seminars with his jazz sextet to teach corporate employees how to handle change.
• Jazz Resource Center - Systematic approach to piano voicings and scales as well as transcriptions.
• The Jazz School - [Berkeley, CA, US] Non-profit school for all ages. Admissions and courses offered.
• Jazz theory and Improvisation by Pete Thomas - Online tutorials and resources on jazz theory, saxophone playing and composition by UK recording musician Pete Thomas.
• Jazzmasters Workshop - Non-profit organization providing free jazz education to school children in California and other states. Mentors, FAQ, contributions.
• Jeff Helgesen's Home Page - Features tens of jazz trumpet solos transcriptions. (PDF format). Includes Dorham, Hubbard, Fagerquist, Baker and other trumpettists.
• Joan Wildman: Articles on Jazz Improvisation - Some articles about improv and harmony by a professor at the University of Wisconsin. Also, soundclips, examples and links to other jazz sites.
• Psyching Out Improvisation Demons - Roger Freundlich shares his experience in teaching jazz improvisation to adult students.
• Purcell, Simon - British jazz pianist and educator offers downloadable play-along tunes and practice guides, with links to his quintet and the Glamorgan Summer School in Wales.
• SoYouWanna Learn About Jazz? - Full length article discusses the fundamentals of jazz appreciation, including history, styles, and personalities.
• WNUR Links to Jazz Education - WNUR's page of links to jazz education sites, university courses, and jazz charts.