Workshops

The pandemic has proven to musicians that we need projects to keep us motivated. Hear Jen's journey through creating her project and chat about ways to make your project stick out!

Addressing the age-old question, “where/how do I start,” flutist and composer Jamie Baum will discuss practical exercises, tools and ideas on composition. Make composing another “piece of the pie” to form yourself into a more complete and creative musician. View her presentation outline.

Learn more about the world of dance in this conversation with the founding artistic director and choreographer of
Los Angeles-based JazzAntiqua Dance & Music Ensemble.

In the interwar years, a new genre of jazz age "modern songs" flourished in the colonial trade port of Shanghai. This presentation, as part of the China on the Palouse Speakers Series, will explore the historical origins of Chinese pop, and trace the complex maritime, migratory, and media routes that made this new music possible.

Be one of the first to see the newest piece of Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival commemorative artwork by U of I graduate Riley Helal. Joined by Art and Design Professor Aaron Johnson, Riley will talk about her work and its place in the LHJF commemorative art collection.

Lionel Hampton School of Music presents alumni with a wide variety of musical occupations. If you have ever asked yourself, “What will I do with a degree in music?” this workshop is for you.

Current Lionel Hampton School of Music students share insights into their personal experiences as music majors. Hear from students in various degree programs and see samples of their work.

Join Lionel Hampton School of Music faculty composers and arrangers Ruby Fulton, Daniel Bukvich, Kate Skinner, Vern Sielert and David Klement as they describe their compositional approaches and techniques in a wide variety of musical genres. These five musicians collectively have written music in all genres for choir, band, orchestra, soloists, chamber ensemble and film.

We all want to improve our performance skills, but how? Join Lionel Hampton School of Music performance faculty Christopher Pfund, Leonard Garrison, Miranda Wilson, Mark Thiele and Daniel Pinilla as they give tips and tricks to make your fundamentals fun and engaging.

Join us as we honor 2021 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Lionel Hampton with exclusive archival footage, historical discussion, and personal stories from former Festival Director and Professor Emeritus Lynn "Doc" Skinner and Lionel Hampton Big Band members Christian Fabian, Cleave Guyton, and Lance Bryant.

Demystify the elusive science of musical ear training in this workshop by exploring both the innate emotional and physical characteristics of chords and melodies.

Learn how to play or sing in a way that makes you the ultimate collaborator. Find out ways to keep your fellow musicians in mind and help everyone sound as good as they can.

Get to know our 2021 Virtual LHJF Headlining Artists! Learn about vocal group säje's musical journey and ask them questions about your own in this interactive workshop.

Robin will demonstrate how he becomes his own one-man band by utilizing his trombone, electronic effects, percussion pads, loops, and more! Learn how to enhance your compositions, arrangements, and overall approach to music with an electric touch.

Tune in live to have your questions answered by this incredible jazz legend! Hear Randy Brecker discuss his path to NYC, how he practices and writes, and suggestions on how to realize your individual talents.

Get to know our 2021 Virtual LHJF Headlining Artist! Learn about multi-talented Camille Thurman's musical journey and ask her questions about your own in this interactive workshop. Thurman

Hang with vibraphone master Jason Marsalis as he demonstrates and discusses vibe fundamentals that made Lionel Hampton famous.