John Seeley
Musician and Private Teacher
Jazz and Saxophone, Big Band and Specialised Workshops
John's workshops include:
An online Jazz and Saxophone Workshop every Wednesday afternoon, 2pm - 3.30pm
An in person Jazz and Saxophone Workshop every Thursday evening, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
An in person Big Band Workshop fortnightly on a Saturday afternoon, 1.30pm - 3pm
An online Big Band Workshop every Sunday evening 7pm - 8.30pm
An in person Beginners Jazz Workshop (more information coming soon)
The aim of these workshops is to provide a creative and relaxed atmosphere for musicians of all levels, to learn theory aspects of music, develop saxophone technique and gain practical knowledge of performing.
The workshops will explore saxophone and musicianship skills that will enhance the individual and group performer. This includes music theory, methods of practise, sight-reading, improvisation, aural work, and specific concepts to increase your knowledge on the saxophone.
The music used will range from Hard Bop, Modern to Contemporary Jazz and Popular music, and will be arranged to a high level.
The teaching of these workshops focuses on the 4 P's Principle. Posture, Pulse, Phonology, and Personality within the music, devised by Paul Harris. The method of teaching will follow a style called simultaneous learning. The ingredients of pieces are extracted and worked through by connecting areas of learning as aural, visual, rhythm and improvisation. These are then placed back into context, allowing the individual a deep understanding of the piece and its musical principles.
We are a relaxed, friendly, welcoming group of musicians and we are always looking for more members to join our Jazz family!
Please email jazzworkshop@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk or call 07492666612 for more information.
Jazz and Saxophone Workshops
Online Jazz and Saxophone Workshop Dates:
Wednesday 6th, 13th, 20th December 2023
Wednesday 3rd, 10th, 17th. 24th, 31st January 2024
Wednesday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 2024
Wednesday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th March 2024
Wednesday 10th, 17th, 24th April 2024
Wednesday 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th May 2024
Wednesday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th June 2024
Wednesday 3rd. 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st July 2024
Wednesday 7th, 14th, 21st August 2024
Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th September 2024
Wednesday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th October 2024
Wednesday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th November 2024
Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th December 2024
2pm - 3.30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
In person Jazz and Saxophone Workshop Dates:
Thursday 7th, 14th, 21st December 2023 - Quiz Night
Thursday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th January 2024
Thursday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th February 2024
Thursday 7th, 14th, 21st March 2024
Thursday 28th March 2024 - change of venue to Highlands Methodist Church, Sutherland Boulevard, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 3PT
Thursday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th April 2024
Thursday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th May 2024
Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th June 2024
Thursday 4th, 11, 18th, 25th July 2024
Thursday 1st, 8th, 15th. 22nd August 2024
Thursday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th September 2024
Thursday 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st October 2024
Thursday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th November 2024
Thursday 5th, 12th, 19th December 2024
7.30pm - 9.30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
Venue:
The Fisherman's Chapel
New Road
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex
SS9 2EA
In person Beginners Jazz Workshop Dates:
Designed for students with basic knowledge of their instrument (grade 1 - 3) and those who are new to Jazz music.
New dates for 2024 to be announced
7.30pm - 9pm
£10
Venue:
The Fisherman's Chapel
New Road
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex
SS9 2EA
For more information and future dates please email jazzworkshop@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk
Big Band Workshops
Play along to modern Big Band scores either in person or online.
Please email jazzworkshop@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk or call 07492666612 for more information.
In Person Big Band Workshop Dates:
Saturday 9th December 2023
Saturday 20th January 2024
Saturday 3rd, 17th February 2024
Saturday 2nd, 16th March 2024
Saturday 13th, 27th April 2024
Saturday 4th May 2024 (Special Ellington/Basie Workshop)
Saturday 11th, 25th May 2024
Saturday 8th, 22nd June 2024
Saturday 6th, 20th July 2024
Saturday 3rd, 17th, 31st August 2024
Saturday 14th, 28th September 2024
Saturday 12th, 26th October 2024
Saturday 9th. 23rd November 2024
Saturday 7th, 21st December 2024
1.30pm - 3:30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
Venue:
Hadleigh Old Fire Station - HOFS
20 High Street
Hadleigh
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 2PB
Online Big Band Workshop Dates:
Sunday 3rd, 10th, 17th December 2023
Sunday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th January 2024
Sunday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th February 2024
Sunday 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th March 2024
Sunday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th April 2024
Sunday 5th, 12th, 19th May 2024
Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th June 2024
Sunday 7th, 21st, 28th July 2024
Sunday 4th, 11th, 18th August 2024
Sunday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th September 2024
Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th October 2024
Sunday 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th November 2024
Sunday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd December 2024
7pm - 8.30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
Saxophone Workshop
A workshop practising all the things you need to do, but don't want to do!
Designed for players with a working knowledge of the saxophone and able to read music.
To book your place please email info@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk
Saturday 10th February 2024
1.30pm - 3pm
£10
Venue:
Hadleigh Old Fire Station - HOFS
20 High Street
Hadleigh
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 2PB
Sunday Special Jazz Workshop with Steve Waterman
This workshop is for intermediate players with only 20 places available, please email jazzworkshop@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk for more information and to book your place.
Sunday 30th July 2023
10:15am - 12:30pm
£10
Venue:
Hadleigh Old Fire Station - HOFS
20 High Street
Hadleigh
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 2PB
