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Berklee Admission FAQ
The scoop on the requirements for acceptance into the famous music college (this is Berklee in Boston, not the Berkley in California). You may be surprised to know that an audition is not required for acceptance.

The Dick Grove School Without Walls: Beyond Chops
Correspondence program that allows musicians to study at home. Supported by video, CDs and books. Focuses on improvisation, theory, harmony, comping, ear training, and more.

Jazz Vermont
Summer camp run by musicians (including saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi) that organizes attendees into ensembles, and offers instruction and clinics.

Manhattan School of Music
This site provides visitors with resources to learn more about the jazz and commercial music guitar program at this highly-esteemed music school.

National Guitar Workshop
Summer guitar workshop based out of Connecticut. The program offers "Satellite Campuses" in California, Austin, Orlando, Nashville, Toronto, Seattle, England, and Germany.

USC Studio/Jazz Guitar
A guitar-specialized music school in the Los Angeles area that can be attended only if an audition is passed.