Jazzcamp West -What to Bring

First day schedule is as follows

Registration is between 10:00 - 11:00 AM on the first day of camp. When you arrive, you will see outside tables set up for registration as you enter Jones Gulch. Park your car in the designated area and come directly to the registration tables. You will be instructed from there. Those planning to pitch tents should arrive on the early side to have time to figure out where you will be camping and to get your tent set up. The first meal will be lunch served at 12:00 p.m. The first all-camp meeting will be at 2 p.m. The faculty will then be introduced. We will explain the program and the process of class registration. After the all-camp meeting there will be orientations and auditions, class registration, dinner at 6:30pm and the first night's faculty concert. Classes begin on Sunday morning.

Room assignments will be posted upon your arrival. If you have a specific preference about roommates, please call Stacey Hoffman at 510-287-8880 or email to admin@jazzcampwest.com. None of the sleeping areas can be locked, so be prepared to lock valuables in the office.

PLEASE LEAVE JEWELRY, VALUABLES ETC. AT HOME! Instruments and cameras can be locked up in the office. Although Jazz Camp is very safe, with so many people and an open environment, we want to encourage everyone to be mindful of valuables and money left unattended.

Bath facilities are shared and everyone eats together in a large dining hall.

WHAT TO BRING

All bedding including pillows, blankets, sheets, sleeping bags, etc.
Evenings may get cold so bring an extra blanket!
Flashlight
Jackets, coats, hats, gloves and scarves
Bathing suit and towels
All classroom equipment : manuscript paper, sheet music, fake books, blank tapes, portable tape recorders, music charts, batteries, pens and pencils, instruments.
Ear plugs, if you are not used to sleeping among other people.
Leotards, tights and sweatshirts for dance classes.
For dancers: Be prepared for various types of floors by bringing dance shoes, cotton socks, etc.
Alarm clock for waking up on time and watches to keep track of class time schedules throughout the day.
Singers - Bring a scarf to wear around your neck throughout the week. (Advice from our Gospel Choir Director) and any charts you may have.
If you are interested in horseback riding (available though Jones Gulch for an additional fee) bring suitable clothing.
Clothing should be casual. Many classes are right outdoors so be sure to have a sweater and coat for mornings and evenings. It's usually cool in the morning, very warm midday, and again cold at night. We are in a redwood grove not far from the ocean. Weather can be extremely hot or cold, so be prepared for both with appropriate attire for varying temperatures.
For those bringing tents: all bedding, cots or bed pads, and long extension cords.

MUSICAL EQUIPMENT

Jazz Camp West does not provide instruments to students except for pianos.
All drummers need to bring their drum kits. We have a new, indoor facility to set them up.
Bring amps, cords, electric keyboards for practice, and percussion instruments.
ALSO: guitar strings, reeds, music stands, extra amplifiers and amp cords, extension cords, and extra instruments if you have them.

We encourage people to bring a dolly or suitcase carrier to help with walking throughout the site if you carry a heavy instrument.
YMCA Camp Jones Gulch is a large site and some class locations may require a 5-10 minute walk.

Faculty concerts are held outdoors in an open amphitheater and can be up to 2 1/2 hours in length. Some people find bringing a cushion or blanket to the amphitheater makes the concert experience more enjoyable.

All facilities at Jones Gulch are very simple. Cabins are made up of different configurations of bunk beds- All Sarah Vaughan cabins are exactly the same with wooden built in bunk beds and one shared bathroom which includes a shower. Most Sarah Vaughan cabins will house 6 people each. All people staying in these cabins will have both a top and bottom bunk to themselves. Thelonious Monk cabins come in different shapes and sizes - housing different numbers of people. All have bunk beds with mattresses. Central bathrooms are close by and designated male or female. If you'd be more comfortable, consider bringing futons, sleeping pads, extra pillows, etc., especially if your not used to staying in a basic cabin.

You will be receiving a pre-camp packet early in June. Please bring this to camp with you. It will include:

Map to JazzCamp West
Map of site
Class schedule and description of classes
Information about Open Mike (our student performance time)
Rules, regulations, cleaning procedures, etc.

If you will be needing a ride OR have room to take other passengers, please contact Stacey Hoffman and she will try and arrange people into car pools.

If there are any other special considerations that you think we should know about previous to camp (such as medical problems) , please call Stacey. Camp Jones Gulch does provide vegetarian alternatives at every meal, but remember, if you have special food requirements, make sure you provide for these on your own before you arrive at camp.



	First day schedule is as follows Registration is between 10:00 - 11:00 AM on the first day of camp. When you arrive, you will see outside tables set up for registration as you enter Jones Gulch. Park your car in the designated area and come directly to the registration tables. You will be instructed from there. Those planning to pitch tents should arrive on the early side to have time to figure out where you will be camping and to get your tent set up. The first meal will be lunch served at 12:00 p.m. The first all-camp meeting will be at 2 p.m. The faculty will then be introduced. We will explain the program and the process of class registration. After the all-camp meeting there will be orientations and auditions, class registration, dinner at 6:30pm and the first night's faculty concert. Classes begin on Sunday morning. Room assignments will be posted upon your arrival. If you have a specific preference about roommates, please call Stacey Hoffman at 510-287-8880 or email to admin@jazzcampwest.com. None of the sleeping areas can be locked, so be prepared to lock valuables in the office. PLEASE LEAVE JEWELRY, VALUABLES ETC. AT HOME! Instruments and cameras can be locked up in the office. Although Jazz Camp is very safe, with so many people and an open environment, we want to encourage everyone to be mindful of valuables and money left unattended. Bath facilities are shared and everyone eats together in a large dining hall. WHAT TO BRING All bedding including pillows, blankets, sheets, sleeping bags, etc. Evenings may get cold so bring an extra blanket! Flashlight Jackets, coats, hats, gloves and scarves Bathing suit and towels All classroom equipment : manuscript paper, sheet music, fake books, blank tapes, portable tape recorders, music charts, batteries, pens and pencils, instruments. Ear plugs, if you are not used to sleeping among other people. Leotards, tights and sweatshirts for dance classes. For dancers: Be prepared for various types of floors by bringing dance shoes, cotton socks, etc. Alarm clock for waking up on time and watches to keep track of class time schedules throughout the day. Singers - Bring a scarf to wear around your neck throughout the week. (Advice from our Gospel Choir Director) and any charts you may have. If you are interested in horseback riding (available though Jones Gulch for an additional fee) bring suitable clothing. Clothing should be casual. Many classes are right outdoors so be sure to have a sweater and coat for mornings and evenings. It's usually cool in the morning, very warm midday, and again cold at night. We are in a redwood grove not far from the ocean. Weather can be extremely hot or cold, so be prepared for both with appropriate attire for varying temperatures. For those bringing tents: all bedding, cots or bed pads, and long extension cords. MUSICAL EQUIPMENT Jazz Camp West does not provide instruments to students except for pianos. All drummers need to bring their drum kits. We have a new, indoor facility to set them up. Bring amps, cords, electric keyboards for practice, and percussion instruments. ALSO: guitar strings, reeds, music stands, extra amplifiers and amp cords, extension cords, and extra instruments if you have them. We encourage people to bring a dolly or suitcase carrier to help with walking throughout the site if you carry a heavy instrument. YMCA Camp Jones Gulch is a large site and some class locations may require a 5-10 minute walk. Faculty concerts are held outdoors in an open amphitheater and can be up to 2 1/2 hours in length. Some people find bringing a cushion or blanket to the amphitheater makes the concert experience more enjoyable. All facilities at Jones Gulch are very simple. Cabins are made up of different configurations of bunk beds- All Sarah Vaughan cabins are exactly the same with wooden built in bunk beds and one shared bathroom which includes a shower. Most Sarah Vaughan cabins will house 6 people each. All people staying in these cabins will have both a top and bottom bunk to themselves. Thelonious Monk cabins come in different shapes and sizes - housing different numbers of people. All have bunk beds with mattresses. Central bathrooms are close by and designated male or female. If you'd be more comfortable, consider bringing futons, sleeping pads, extra pillows, etc., especially if your not used to staying in a basic cabin. You will be receiving a pre-camp packet early in June. Please bring this to camp with you. It will include: Map to JazzCamp West Map of site Class schedule and description of classes Information about Open Mike (our student performance time) Rules, regulations, cleaning procedures, etc. If you will be needing a ride OR have room to take other passengers, please contact Stacey Hoffman and she will try and arrange people into car pools. If there are any other special considerations that you think we should know about previous to camp (such as medical problems) , please call Stacey. Camp Jones Gulch does provide vegetarian alternatives at every meal, but remember, if you have special food requirements, make sure you provide for these on your own before you arrive at camp.