create the music that inspires you
Mission
It is the mission of Seattle Jazz Academy to create a community of students, instructors, and professional musicians that support, inspire and invigorate artistic and musical growth in jazz and improvisational music studies and performance.
jazz Guitar class with
Andrew Friedrich
Andrew is one of Seattle Jazz Academy's top guitar instructors. The video here was recorded at a masterclass given by Andrew in August of 2025. The class was a concert/masterclass hybrid which Andrew titled "Alone Together". Check it out to hear Andrew's beautiful playing and learn more about his approach to music.
Students speaking about their Seattle Jazz Academy experience
Alexia shares her experience learning at Seattle Jazz Academy.
Mark describes learning improvisation.
Curtis shares how studying jazz has increased his options for self expression in other genres.
