Jazz Port Townsend

Jazz Port Townsend Week-long master classes, workshops, and public performances.

Jazz Port Townsend
John Clayton, Artistic Director

Founded in 1977, Jazz Port Townsend is one of the nation’s oldest and most celebrated jazz workshops. Artistic Director John Clayton and a world-class roster of faculty mentors have created a unique format that will include master class coaching, combo performance, and informal jamming. Plus, you’ll choose from special electives like Big Band, ad

vanced jazz theory, or performance opportunities at The Upstage in downtown Port Townsend – all designed to hone your style, and strengthen your improvisational chops. The workshop culminates in public performances at Centrum’s famed 1200-seat McCurdy Pavilion, as well as club performances throughout Port Townsend – and your registration includes admission to all events. Whether you’re an aspiring player or an accomplished musician, Centrum’s jazz workshop will challenge your creativity, and inspire your passion for one of America’s most celebrated art forms.

Today is the extended audition deadline for Jazz Port Townsend 2026!Come learn from our celebrated faculty, meet likemin...
05/25/2026

Today is the extended audition deadline for Jazz Port Townsend 2026!

Come learn from our celebrated faculty, meet likeminded musicians, and enjoy the gorgeous scenery of Port Townsend.

Submit your audition today: https://centrum.org/program/jazz/

05/20/2026

Do you want a chance to work with Michael Mayo this summer in one of the most beautiful places in the US?

Look no further than Jazz Port Townsend! We still have room for vocalists and auditions have been extended to May 25. Submit yours today 🎤

https://centrum.org/program/jazz/

05/15/2026

Auditions extended to May 25!

Join Eric Verlinde and all of our wonderful faculty members for this year’s Jazz Port Townsend workshop.
Register today: https://centrum.org/program/jazz/


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Audition Deadline Extended to May 25!If you forgot to submit your audition or didn’t register in time, it’s not too late...
05/12/2026

Audition Deadline Extended to May 25!

If you forgot to submit your audition or didn’t register in time, it’s not too late.
Scholarships will start to be allocated next week to applicants who have already submitted auditions. Submit before funds run out!

https://centrum.org/program/jazz/

05/11/2026

Today is the audition deadline 🗓️

Join bassist Michael Glynn and rest of our amazing faculty for a week you’ll never forget. Register today!

05/06/2026

There’s still time to get your audition submitted for Jazz Port Townsend 2026!

Join multi-instrumentalist John Lee and all of our amazing faculty members this summer in gorgeous Port Townsend, WA. Auditions are due by May 11.

https://centrum.org/program/jazz/

05/04/2026

One week left to audition for Jazz Port Townsend!

Christine Jensen is one of our amazing faculty members this year. Join her and so many other world-class musicians for this week of learning, connection, and so much fun!

Auditions are due by May 11.

https://centrum.org/program/jazz/

04/30/2026

Quincy Davis is one of our amazing drum faculty members at this year’s Jazz Port Townsend!

Don’t miss your opportunity to learn from Quincy and all of our amazing teaching artists. Auditions are due by May 11!

https://centrum.org/program/jazz/

Come hang with the 2026 Jazz Port Townsend Piano Faculty!George CablesAdam BenjaminPat BianchiJohn HansenEric VerlindeAu...
04/27/2026

Come hang with the 2026 Jazz Port Townsend Piano Faculty!

George Cables
Adam Benjamin
Pat Bianchi
John Hansen
Eric Verlinde

Auditions are due 2 weeks from today on May 11.

https://centrum.org/program/jazz/

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223 Battery Way
Port Townsend, WA
98368

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