Jazz Combos

About

Participants in our Jazz Combos program are assigned to small ensembles, with consideration given to instrumentation, playing levels, and age. They explore jazz repertoire and learn the art of improvisation in weekly rehearsals and are given the opportunity to perform at various community events and concerts. This program has naturally evolved to include adult groups (Jazz Jambos) and youth groups (Jazz Combos). 

Details

Jazz Jambos 

Tuesdays during term time, 5:00 - 7:00pm

Jazz Combos:

1-hr rehearsals

Tuesdays (4:30pm) or Wednesdays (4:30pm or 5:30pm)

Eligibility

It is a requirement of our funding that our participants are ACT residents. However, non-ACT residents can apply, understanding that placement preference is given to ACT residents.

Jazz Combos participants are strongly encouraged to take individual lessons on their instrument while participating in the program.

All applicants, regardless of ability or previous experience, can be admitted to this program, however enrolment is subject to the availability of an appropriate ensemble.

How To Apply

To apply for the Jazz Combos program, please fill out the following application form: Application to the Community Music Centre 

We enrol our main round of participants at the start of each year; however, we are happy to accept applications all year round. Applicants who apply after our main round of streaming interviews will be placed on a waiting list and contacted for an interview should a place become available. We will often review our waiting list prior to the commencement of our Semester 2 programs.

Streaming Interviews

Streaming Interviews for the 2026 Jazz Combos Program (youth) are being held on the afternoon of Wednesday 26 November, 2025. For information about the requirements of these Streaming Interviews, please click here: Streaming Interviews

Fees

Fees can be paid here through the ANU's OneStop Secure Payment Portal.

Fees can be waived for current pension or healthcare card holders or anyone experiencing financial difficulties. If you would like to waive the fees for this program, please email us at communitymusiccentre@anu.edu.au

2025 Dates

Semester 1

Term 1: Monday 10 February - Friday 28 March (7 weeks)

Term 2: Monday 5 May - Friday 20 June (7 weeks)

End of Semester Concert: Tuesday 24 June

Semester 2

Term 3: Monday 28 July - Friday 26 September (9 weeks)

Term 4: Monday 13 October - Friday 14 November (5 weeks)

End of Year Concert: Friday 21 November

2026 Dates

Please see below for a link to a draft version of the 2026 CMC Semester dates.